# 3045 Island Drive, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $529,000 ($610/sqft), built 1982, 867 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $2,292/mo. Listed 129 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $529,000 |
| Price/sqft | $610 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 867 |
| Year Built | 1982 |
| Lot Size | 4,792 sqft (0.11 acres) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 129 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $2,292 |
| **Total** | **$2,292** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Dixon
- **Middle:** Dixon
- **High:** Dixon

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1982
- 0.11 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
Discover this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath beach cottage in North Topsail Beach, NC, perfectly located second row to the ocean with easy beach access. Enjoy serene sound views from the wrap-around deck, a perfect setting for morning coffee, evening sunsets, or entertaining friends and family. This fully furnished, turn-key vacation home offers all the comforts for a coastal retreat, family beach getaway, or investment property. After a day on the sand, rinse off in the hot-and-cold enclosed outdoor shower, fire up the charcoal grilling station for a summer barbecue, or relax on the screened-in patio while watching a summertime thunderstorm roll through. The fenced backyard provides a safe space for children or pets, and the home is just 2 miles from local shopping, restaurants, and town amenities. Investors will love the proven rental income of approximately $51K per year, making this a profitable vacation rental or second-home opportunity. Experience the timeless charm of a classic North Topsail Beach cottage, combining coastal living, sound and ocean views, beach access, pet-friendly outdoor space, and turnkey convenience--an ideal choice for beach lovers, vacationers, and rental investors alike.

## Location

- **Address:** 3045 Island Drive, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
- **County:** Onslow
- **Neighborhood:** Old Settlers Beach
- **Coordinates:** 34.463062, -77.482309
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=34.463062,-77.482309

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Heidi Barlow
- **Brokerage:** Emerald Isle Realty
- **Phone:** 9104772812
- **Email:** heidibarlow@eirealty.com

## Primary Photo

![3045 Island Drive - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/6824f24bdbdaa6cca402190c179a8272l-f3254308101r.jpg)

*54 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/3045-island-drive-north-topsail-beach-nc-28460-00543608)*

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**MLS#:** 100543608 | **Updated:** 2026-04-25
**Source:** listhub

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