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517 Canal Drive

Carolina Beach, NC 28428
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Bed 4

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Bath 4

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SqFt2,600

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Acres0.18

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RARE HARBOR-FRONT LIVING WITH EXCEPTIONAL BOATING ACCESS! Beautifully appointed and ideally situated just one block from the ocean, this extraordinary single-family home offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with direct access to the water. Enjoy stunning harbor views, expansive outdoor living, an elevator and two private boat slips, all just minutes from the Carolina Beach Marina, Boardwalk, restaurants and entertainment. Inside, soft coastal hues, tasteful furnishings and refined finishes create a soothing and sophisticated atmosphere. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, natural wood cabinetry, a gas range, and an island with bar seating that adjoins an informal dining room. The spacious living room showcases vaulted ceilings and walls of windows that fill the home with natur al light while framing breathtaking sky and water views, and opening to a 35 foot covered waterfront porch. Four generous-sized bedrooms include two luxurious primary suites. The top-floor suite is a private retreat with a clawfoot soaking tub, tiled walk-in shower, private water closet, and ocean views plus two balconies. The second suite offers a spacious bath with dual vanity, tiled shower/tub and a waterfront deck. Four generous bedrooms include two luxurious primary suites. A third bedroom has an ensuite bath, while the fourth offers flexible space for an office, game room or both. You'll appreciate the many closets and ample storage throughout the home. Outdoor living shines with more than 1,000 square feet of deck and balcony space to soak up coastal breezes, beautiful water views and spectacular sunsets. The private pier and floating dock with two slips make boating, fishing, paddle boarding and kayaking effortless, while offering flexibility to customize your waterfront setup to suit your needs. From the dock or deck, enjoy seasonal fireworks and a front-row seat to the September Dragon Boat races and December holiday boat parade. Year-round, dolphins, seabirds and turtles provide endless entertainment. At ground level, you'll find an outdoor shower and a large, locked storage room for securing bicycles, fishing gear and beach essentials. Parking is flexible, easily accommodating four cars plus a golf cart and boat trailer. Sold fully furnished and move-in ready, the home has been used as a second residence, yet also offers excellent short- or long-term rental potential. Single-family harbor-front homes offering this combination of luxury, boating access and proximity to the beach rarely come to market. Come experience the exceptional coastal lifestyle this home has to offer!

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,950,000

AD Id : 89500246

MLS Id : 100595846

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.18 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,600

Year Built : 2002

County : New Hanover

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 7 Basement: None
  • Flooring Information

    Tile, Hardwood
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Elevator Roof: Shingle Appliances: Gas Range, Electric Water Heater Laundry Features: Laundry Room Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Heat Pump, Electric Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Heat Pump Water front: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2002 Building Area Total: 2600 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch Private Pool: No Water front Features: Waterfront Access View: Marina, Ocean, Sound, Water
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Dock, Boat Slip, Balcony

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 50 x 160 Main Square Feet: 0.18 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.18 Lot Size Square Feet: 7841

    Property Information

    Subdivision: Not In Subdivision Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Three Or More Property Age: 24

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $1950000 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: R08819-001-002-000 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $6022.46

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Carolina Beach
    Junior High School: Murray
    Senior High School: Ashley
  • Utility Information

    Cable Available
  • Location Information

    Direction: Cross Snows Cut bridge and proceed to Carl Winner Avenue, turn left then turn le3ft on Canal Drive. Travel about .3 miles. Property will be on your left. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Security System
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Address Estimate Bed Bath Sq. Ft Lot Size
1504 Canal Drive, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $944,900 5 2 1,667 1,667 SqFt
1308 Carolina Beach Ave.., Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $644,900 3 2 1,120 1,120 SqFt
103 Georgia Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $750,000 3 3 2,188 2,188 SqFt
1202 Canal Drive, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $630,000 3 2 1,264 1,264 SqFt
415 Oceana Way, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $2,795,000 6 7 3,909 3,909 SqFt
101 Delaware Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $619,000 2 1 937 937 SqFt
1111 Canal Drive, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $2,848,000 4 4 2,960 2,960 SqFt
805 Carolina Beach Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $777,000 3 2 1,150 1,150 SqFt
715 Carolina Beach Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $1,350,000 9 7 4,074 4,074 SqFt
500 Carolina Beach Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 $1,590,000 8 4 2,390 2,390 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 08/18/2026 @ 03:29

MLS: 100595846 LISTED BY: Jaci Ponzoni, Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB SOURCE: Hive MLS (North Carolina Regional)

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