Emerald Isle Homes with Unpaved Parking Features

Welcome to Emerald Isle, North Carolina—where coastal charm meets tranquil living. Nestled in Carteret County, this picturesque town boasts stunning beaches, a vibrant community, and a laid-back lifestyle that draws visitors and residents alike. With its warm, inviting atmosphere and breathtaking ocean views, Emerald Isle is a slice of paradise on the Crystal Coast.

One of the unique features of homes in this serene locale is the availability of unpaved parking options. Many properties here embrace a rustic charm, offering ample space for vehicles without the constraints of traditional paved driveways. This not only enhances the natural beauty of the surroundings but also provides a practical solution for families and beachgoers who appreciate the convenience of easy access to their homes. Imagine returning from a day of sun-soaked adventures, parking your car on the unpaved area, and stepping right into your sanctuary.

Emerald Isle is more than just a beautiful destination; it’s a community that cherishes outdoor activities, from fishing and boating to biking along scenic trails. The nearby Emerald Isle Woods Park and the Crystal Coast’s pristine beaches offer endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee while listening to the waves or hosting a barbecue in your backyard, life here is all about enjoying the simple pleasures.

If you’re seeking a home that captures the essence of coastal living with the added charm of unpaved parking features, Emerald Isle is the perfect place to call home. Discover your dream property and embrace the lifestyle that awaits you in this coastal gem!

Newest Emerald Isle Homes with Unpaved Parking Features

$375,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Whether you are looking for a primary residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity, this Emerald Isle gem is ready to enjoy! It features a well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with a desirable split floor plan. Enjoy relaxing on the covered decks or rinsing off after a day at the beach in the outdoor shower. The thoughtfully designed yard offers storage space and covered shelters for your golf cart or other recreational gear along with ample parking. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, the beach, the sound, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier, Island Harbor Marina, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal living.

316 Fairview Dr, Emerald Isle

$682,000

1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Custom-built modular home on pilings featuring 9' ceilings, 6'' crown molding, and abundant natural light throughout. Interior highlights include fossilized eucalyptus wood flooring (Cali Bamboo brand), offering exceptional durability and style. The kitchen is enhanced by a full-size pantry and updated fixtures. Enjoy outdoor living on the welcoming front porch that extends along the side of the home, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This home is located just steps from private beach access at the end of the street,. There is no HOA. Major improvements include roof (2019), air conditioning condenser replaced (2019), water heater (2022), and recent 2024 interior updates. The second level offers outstanding expansion potential (approx. 500sqft), already framed with space for additional living area and fully plumbed for a future full bathroom. Property offers exceptional storage with a reinforced garage/workshop, a 7 x 11 shed, and upgraded exterior features including LeafFilter gutter system (transferable lifetime warranty). The home is energy-efficient with low utility costs. Ideally located close to many restaurants, shops as well as in the Carteret County school district. Please call for all the details and to make your appointment to view this charming beach home.

115 Sea Oats Dr, Emerald Isle

$2,075,000

8 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths

Summerplace is a fully-furnished oceanfront 8bdrm, newly updated, meticulously maintained, turnkey rental duplex with partial seller financing available with substantial down payment, located on the glistening Crystal Coast's prized beaches of Emerald Isle, with generous setback, new wide gravel driveway w solar lighted border, stunning ocean views from 6 of the 8 bedrooms. See Virtual Tour! Private beach access via newer solar-lighted deck terminates in rebuilt 16'x16' dune deck w. rocking chairs for coffee or sunset cocktails, then 4 steps to the sand! Visit the Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores in 15 min. or Bogue Island Fishing Pier in 10, & restaurants galore. Rents grossed $128K '22, $135K '23, $135K in '24 in under 14 weeks due to elective personal use, imagine year round rentals! Financials, Cash flow docs avail. A professional Prop Mgt Firm could have this rented many more weeks! Family used most of 2025 time due to remodeling, but May-July 2026 already booked at $105K. A pool, with proper permits, would increase rents further, buyer to assess. Each side has 4br2ba but with five beds on each side, the duplex sleeps 18. Upgrades 2022-2026 include: stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, smooth ceilings, recessed lighting, new sinks, new hardware, new main FL baths w. custom tiled showers and floors w. epoxy grout, main FL bedrooms with newer drywall, wainscoting, carpeting and wall lamps, new fans 1st FL, new beadboard wainscoting 2nd FL bedrooms, newer high-impact windows reset w. new flashing, new siding rear & sides, newer roof (2018), interior/exterior painted, HOT WATER and new plumbing in all three newer outdoor showers, outdoor showers ALL have HOT WATER, newer 2nd Floor deck with ocean views accessible to all 4 second FL bedrooms, HVAC replaced in the winter of 2022-2023, newer hot water heaters, electric panels, buried lines, and water lines upgraded to facilitate sale of one side if buyer chooses. Home sits on a deep .34 acre oceanfront lot with 8 bedroom septic, separate 4 bedroom septic permitted on each side, both pumped in Q4 2024. The owners self-manage units w. VRBO and direct website. Supplies, sand toys, boogie boards, outdoor furniture and linens all convey. Come peruse the reviews of paradise in our guest books to an ocean breeze on the dune deck!

5213 Ocean Dr E Unit E&W, Emerald Isle

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