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Homes For Sale In The Town Of Kill Devil Hills NC

Kill Devil Hills has an odd name but the story behind it brings to life the folk history of the area. Rum was the drink of choice back in the colonial times. A ship wrecked on the shores of Kill Devil Hills laden with a shipment of rum. The locals scavenged the shipment, as was customary in those days, and hid the rum behind the sand dunes where the Wright brothers later flew the first plane. The rum was strong enough to "Kill the devil" and those dunes where the rum was hidden was nicknamed Kill Devil Hill and the name has stuck like a sandspur.

On December 17, 1903, Wilbur and Orville Wright made the first successful power-driven airplane flight from the sand dune known as the Kill Devil Hill near the town of Kitty Hawk. History records the first flight in Kitty Hawk but the location of the flight was actually in Kill Devil Hills.

Kill Devil Hills is the oldest town on the Outer Banks of North Carolina having incorporated in 1953. Still a baby of a town compared to most localities across the US, it is the most established town on the Outer Banks. Kill Devil Hills is comprised of 63 subdivisions/communities containing some 8,000+ parcels of which some 1,000 are vacant lots. According to the US Census Bureau, there are 10,500 year round residents. Kill Devil Hills has the highest percentage of year round residents of all the towns on the Outer Banks. This is where you will also find most of the restaurants, stores and ancillary services that a permanent population requires. There are also a large number of vacation homes making Kill Devil Hills the perfect location.

Bordered by Kitty Hawk on the north, Nags Head on the south, the Atlantic Ocean to the east and Kitty Hawk Bay to the west, Kill Devil Hills has 17 free public beach accesses on the ocean front, 2 sound accesses, 1 sound boat ramp, 2 children's play grounds, and a pleasant selection of beach houses. Kill Devil Hills is one of the most vacation friendly resort towns on the east coast.

This brand new home is located on an elevated lot out of the flood zone and has plenty of privacy. This oversized lot is is approximately .66 acres, is wooded and offers a serene setting in the Colington Heights section of Colington Harbour. There is a one year builder's warranty on this fine turn key home. There are nine foot ceilings throughout the house and they exude spaciousness. The great room has beautiful Luxury Vinyl flooring and a sliding glass door that opens onto a private sundeck. There is a convenient half bath and a new washer and dryer just off the great room. The kitchen includes granite countertops, quality cabinets, a pantry and stainless steel appliances that include a refrigerator with ice maker, range/oven, dishwasher and microwave oven. The convenient island affords extra counter for food preparation and serving. This charming home has three bedrooms with carpeting, one of which is ensuite with a walk-in closet and a beautiful bathroom with tile floor and granite double topped vanity and a large tile shower with frameless glass door. The two guest bedrooms share a guest bathroom offering a tile floor and granite top vanity. This beautiful home offers low maintenance vinyl siding, dry entry through a large ground level utility room, an outside shower and two zone heat pumps. Colington Heights shares the amenities of Colington Harbour, they include a soundfront beach, soundfront park and playground and a private boat ramp. for accessing the estuarine waters of Albemarle Sound, Roanoke Sound, Currituck Sound, Croatan Sound and Kitty Hawk Bay. Incredible fishing, sailing, paddleboarding, windsurfing, kayaking and pleasure cruising. Colington Harbour Club memberships are available to property owners of Colington Heights which include a large community pool, tennis courts and clubhouse.
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Current VA loan may be assumable, tenant's personal items in the house but tenants are not usually home. Easy to show, lockbox on site
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$121k Gross Rental Income for 2026 to date! Welcome to Herbie’s, your classic OCEANFRONT beach cottage in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. This 4-BEDROOM, 2-BATH coastal retreat offers sweeping, unobstructed ocean views and the timeless charm of an Outer Banks getaway, all just steps from the sand. Wake up to the sound of the waves and enjoy breathtaking ocean views from many rooms throughout the home. Spend your mornings on the screened porch enjoying the ocean breeze, or soak up the sunshine from the spacious sun deck that wraps from the back to the side of the home. Inside, the home features a classic and functional beach cottage layout designed with comfort and gathering in mind. The open living area and kitchen are centrally located, both positioned to take advantage of the ocean views. Durable tile flooring throughout the main living space makes beach living easy after long days in the sand and surf. The layout offers excellent functionality for families and guests alike. The spacious king bedroom features a private ensuite bath with a tiled shower, while the remaining 3 bedrooms share a second full bath with a tub. Sleeping arrangements include a king bedroom, 2 queen bedrooms, and a bunk room, providing plenty of space for family and friends. The septic permit is for 3 bedrooms; however, the home has long functioned as a TRUE 4-BEDROOM, 2-BATH property. Herbie’s underwent an extensive renovation in 2013 when the owners took the home DOWN TO THE STUDS. Major improvements included new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, windows, doors, roof, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, and more, blending classic beach cottage character with updated systems and finishes. The septic system was replaced in 2025. Centrally located in Kill Devil Hills, Herbie’s places you close to some of the Outer Banks’ favorite local spots. Grab your morning coffee from Ashley’s Espresso Parlour, treat yourself at Mom’s Sweet Shop, or easily explore nearby restaurants, shopping, and attractions. The convenient central location offers easy access to all the best of the Outer Banks while still enjoying the privacy and beauty of oceanfront living. Herbie’s has also proven itself as a STRONG RENTAL PERFORMER. After joining a new rental program in January 2025, the property generated OVER $100,000 IN GROSS RENTAL INCOME during its first year, even with owners reserving personal use time. Approximately $117,000 is on the books for 2026 with bookings continuing to come in. For additional rental information, reviews, and booking details, visit the rental website here: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1316054910352994841?unique_share_id=838f619a-0c11-462a-8425-6fdaddeedfb2&viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76&source_impression_id=p3_1779963015_P3xgkcbHdYKrSYD3 From its stunning ocean views and thoughtful layout to its strong rental history and unbeatable location, Herbie’s captures the essence of classic Outer Banks oceanfront living. AVAILABLE TO SHOW During Turnover on 9/20-9/22, 9/26, 9/26-10/4, 10/8, 10/11, 10/15-10/16
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New to the market, this beautifully maintained four-bedroom, three-bath home offers an inviting blend of comfort, character, and versatility, ideally situated on a spacious corner lot in Kill Devil Hills. Designed with an effortless one-level living configuration, the main level features a bedroom and full bath, an open living area, kitchen, dining space, and laundry, creating an easy and functional layout for everyday living or vacation guests. Upstairs, a private ensuite bedroom with full bath is complemented by two additional bedrooms, providing a comfortable separation between shared and private spaces. Throughout the home, gorgeous wood-beamed vaulted ceilings add warmth and architectural character, while the screened porch offers the perfect setting for lingering evenings after a day at the beach. Covered decks extend the living space outdoors, and an outside shower provides a welcome convenience for sandy beach days. The semi-enclosed garage has been thoughtfully utilized as a game and media room, adding valuable recreational space for family and guests. With all plumbing replaced and two new HVAC systems installed in 2021, the home offers meaningful updates alongside its coastal charm and excellent overall condition. Whether envisioned as a full-time residence, second home, or investment property, this is a remarkably well-rounded opportunity in a convenient central Outer Banks location. Enjoy easy access to the iconic Wright Brothers National Memorial, Nags Head Woods Preserve, Avalon Pier, and Jockey’s Ridge, along with an abundance of local shops, restaurants, and everyday conveniences, all just minutes away.
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Welcome to Seaduction, a premier semi-oceanfront investment opportunity! Thoughtfully designed to capture both elevated coastal living and strong rental performance, this luxury estate offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and income potential. Offering seven spacious en suite bedrooms, a mezzanine level flex room retreat, eight full baths, and two half baths, the home provides privacy and comfort across five expansive levels, with elevator access to four floors for convenience and accessibility. The interior showcases high-end finishes throughout, including custom cabinetry, solid surface countertops, custom tile work, Craftsman-style trim, and luxury lighting, all complemented by high-end, professionally curated furnishings that create a cohesive, upscale aesthetic where no detail has been overlooked. Designed for both elegance and durability, the gourmet kitchen features a large island with stainless steel appliances and flows seamlessly into a generous dining space to accommodate large gatherings with ease. Multiple covered decks and oversized windows frame panoramic Atlantic views, while the resort-style backyard delivers a private heated pool, hot tub, cabana bar, outdoor shower, and fenced yard. Interior entertainment spaces include a comfortable media lounge and a fully equipped recreation room with wet bar, pool table, shuffleboard, and arcade game. Ideally situated just 300 feet from convenient beach access beside Avalon Pier, Seaduction places the Atlantic Ocean only a few steps away—making sunrise walks, effortless beach days, and evenings by the water part of the everyday experience. With dining, entertainment, and fishing just moments from your doorstep, this prime location further enhances the home’s strong rental appeal and lifestyle value. Seaduction represents a rare opportunity to secure a turnkey, high-performing coastal asset.
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Looking for an adorable cottage that is “Just as You Wish?” If so, wish granted: this bungalow is cute, clean and ready for you! The location is great on a very quiet street with the beach access just 300 yards away! Nestled in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, enjoy walking to the Wright Brothers Monument, the lifeguard station, Stop N Shop and more! The home features three bedrooms, 2 full baths, an open concept living area. The finishes and décor are on point and its ready for you to enjoy. The deck is perfect for sunning and listening to the waves. Under the home is classic—open space to enjoy shade, breezes and friends with a relaxed beach vibe. There is plenty of storage for toys! You are going to love this place. Life is short…be happy and make good things happen!
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Soundfront Living in Gated Colington Harbour! Enjoy gorgeous sound views, unforgettable sunsets and the added advantage of high elevation from this rare 5-bedroom soundfront home in the gated waterfront community of Colington Harbour. The sellers have been living their dream here, taking a Southern coastal cottage and sprinkling it with a bit of Nantucket-inspired charm to create a home that feels warm, welcoming and distinctly coastal.The sellers have been living their dream here, taking a Southern coastal cottage and sprinkling it with a bit of Nantucket-inspired charm to create a home that feels warm, welcoming and distinctly coastal. With approximately 3,000 square feet, 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, this home offers plenty of room for a primary residence, second home or vacation rental. The top floor features an expansive open floor plan with hardwood floors and cathedral ceilings, highlighted by a beautiful wood-planked nautical ceiling that adds warmth and coastal character. The spacious kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a smooth glass cooktop and a striking stainless steel exhaust hood, all opening to the main living area. One of our favorite features is the two cozy sitting nooks overlooking the sound, perfect spots for watching the sunset, enjoying conversation, reading, playing games or simply taking in the view. Also on the top level are four bedrooms arranged with Jack-and-Jill baths, providing a functional layout for family and guests. The ground level offers even more living space with a welcoming foyer, large game room featuring high-end LVP flooring and a built-in bar, a fifth bedroom and full bath, along with beautiful sound views throughout. Situated on an approximately 11,500-square-foot lot, additional features include a garage, outdoor shower and high elevation. And then there’s the lifestyle that comes with Colington Harbour. This gated waterfront community with 24-hour security offers a soundfront beach and pool, tennis courts, basketball court, playground, small marina, dock and boat ramp all within walking distance and offering plenty of ways to enjoy life on the water.A spacious soundfront home, wonderful views, spectacular sunsets and a hard-to-find five-bedroom floor plan, all offering the coastal lifestyle right from your own property. .
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Updated Colington Cottage!! NEW ROOF! NEW WINDOWS! NEW HVAC AND MORE! This home is beautiful and move-in ready! Over 1,300 square feet of heated living space between the top level and ground level. The potential this home has is endless! The upstairs has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and an open concept living area, with all NEW flooring throughout! Continue downstairs, and you will find a newly renovated, permitted, large bedroom and custom bathroom. The stunning bathroom has a gorgeous tile shower with three shower faucets including a rainfall shower. The vanity was custom made and will take your breath away with its elegance. With built-in shelves in the dining room, walk-in closets on every floor, and a large utility room this home has excellent storage space. Venture to the huge backyard and find plenty of space for outdoor activities! Let your next adventure begin and call this adorable home yours! Located in the X flood zone in Colington Harbour! Your dream property and home sweet home awaits!
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Coastal living just steps from the beach! This fully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Outer Banks cottage offers the ideal combination of relaxed coastal living, character, and income potential. Located across from the Wright Brothers Memorial, the home is ideally situated for enjoying the best of the Outer Banks. The interior has been fully remodeled and professionally decorated, with vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings throughout creating a bright, open and inviting feel. The living room flows naturally into the kitchen, featuring beautiful dolomite countertops that continue up the backsplash for a custom, cohesive look. A large covered front deck provides an exceptional outdoor living space for morning coffee, afternoon shade, or relaxing after a day at the beach. Thoughtfully designed and furnished, the home is offered turnkey and ready to enjoy as a primary residence, second home, or vacation rental. Its walkable beach access (Asheville St Access) distinctive coastal character, and desirable location make this an especially appealing Outer Banks property. Renovation done Winter 2025 by The Renovation Company. Septic Drain Field replaced 2025. Electrical Meter and Panels upgraded 2025. (Permits on file with the town). HVAC is 2008, but still heats and cools as intended (Delta T performed inspection Spring 2026) Showings begin Saturday 9/19.
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Welcome to Anika Way, a truly gorgeous 2023-built home tucked into the sought-after Water Oak community and backing directly to the Wright Brothers Memorial National Park. That protected National Park land behind you is something no amount of money can build or replicate, and it gives this property a sense of openness, privacy, and permanence that is genuinely rare on the Outer Banks. From the moment you walk through the door, the condition speaks for itself. Pristine is the only word for it. Built in 2023 and meticulously maintained since, this home shows better than new construction, with none of the wait or the punch list. The owners went well beyond the builder's standard package at nearly every turn. The heart of the home is a bright, open living and kitchen area anchored by a showstopping quartz waterfall island, upgraded from the builder's original plan to a significantly larger footprint. It seats a crowd, gives you all the prep space you could want, and naturally becomes the place everyone gathers. Quartz countertops carry throughout the kitchen, and the gas range is a genuine upgrade any cook will appreciate. Overhead, exposed beams add architectural warmth and character, elevating the space well beyond what you typically find in a home of this vintage. The adjoining living room centers on a gas fireplace, a true focal point that anchors the room and delivers instant ambiance at the flip of a switch. Electrical has already been run above the fireplace, so mounting a television there is simple and clean if you want it. Motorized shades in both the living room and the primary bedroom let you control light and privacy at the touch of a button, a small luxury you will use every day. The first-floor primary ensuite is a standout, delivering the ease of single-level living while preserving privacy from the additional bedrooms. Quartz countertops continue in the primary bathroom, tying the finishes together beautifully. In total the home offers four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, giving you flexibility for guests, a home office, a bunk room, or whatever suits the way you live. Every bathroom in this home has been upgraded. Fully tiled showers and tub surrounds, upgraded vanities, and elevated fixtures mean there is not a builder-grade bathroom in the house. Both guest bathrooms feature granite countertops, offering warmth and contrast alongside the quartz found in the kitchen and primary suite. Then there is the backyard, and this is where Anika Way really separates itself. The heated saltwater pool extends your swim season well past the summer months, and saltwater means softer water and easier maintenance. The covered back patio was made for long evenings outdoors, whether that is morning coffee, an afternoon in the shade, or dinner with friends as the sun goes down. Rain or shine, you have a comfortable place to sit outside. A full irrigation system keeps the landscaping green and healthy with almost no effort on your part, which matters here on the coast. This is a phenomenal home for entertaining. Guests gather at the island, the doors open, and the party moves outside to the pool and patio without missing a beat. The flow between indoor and outdoor living is effortless, exactly what you want in a coastal home. Water Oak residents also enjoy access to a community pier, adding another dimension to the coastal lifestyle and making the water part of everyday life here. Location, condition, and upgrades rarely line up this well. Backing to protected National Park land, built in 2023 and kept immaculate, upgraded thoughtfully throughout, and finished with a heated saltwater pool and covered patio, Anika Way is completely move-in ready as a primary residence, second home, or investment property. Photos are beautiful, but they do not fully capture this home. Schedule your private showing and see it in person.
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Welcome to this charming, single-level residence nestled home located in the community of Baum Bay Harbor. Offering an ideal all-on-one-floor layout, this home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, an attached 1-car garage, and ample driveway parking situated on an impressive 13,000-square-foot lot. The front of the property has a nice size open sun deck completed in 2025 in addition to a covered screen porch located off of the dining room that was completed in 2022. You will love this home and its location! The current owners have owned the home since 2002 and made several updates over the years. Some updates include, Water Heater replaced in 2024, Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring added in the Kitchen, Living, Dining and all (3) Bedrooms in 2022, Bath flooring added in 2021 & 2022. Quaint community located a short distance to the Beach Access on Ocean Bay Drive, shared with the Kill Devil Hills Ocean Rescue facility offering lifeguards, bathhouse, outdoor showers, and handicap friendly. Within short distance of the Kill Devil Hills Rec Center, Public Tennis Courts, Skate Park, Library, Dog Park and Playground, all 3 First Flight Schools, Shopping, Restaurants and the Wright Memorial.
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Situated on a large lot with a fenced yard, this home is an absolute charmer! Enjoy sunsets as you sit on the front deck overlooking the Run Hill Nature Preserve, and enjoy the convenience of being a short drive (or walk) to all that Kill Devil Hills has to offer! This home sits on a quiet street with no through traffic and you are a short walk to First Flight schools and the Wright Brothers Memorial. Inside there is an open living and kitchen area with tall ceilings as you walk in the front door. Down the hall is a large ensuite master bedroom/bathroom, with plenty of room for your things. 2 additional bedrooms share another hall bath, providing great functionality as a year-round home or a vacation rental. Downstairs is a laundry room/dry entry, but the real star of the show is the yard! This home offers a large fenced back yard with thoughtful landscaping and lots of green grass - there's plenty of room here for your pets to run and play! The owners recently installed a drip irrigation system in the fenced backyard to keep things looking great. There's also an outdoor shower and plenty of seating so you can relax and enjoy. This home also offers a hot tub under the large covered area - after a day at the beach or a day on the fishing boat you can relax in the hot tub no matter the weather! The owners have done several recent updates to the home, including new LVP flooring in 2023, a new HVAC unit in 2022, new washer and dryer in 2023 and 2025, new decking in 2025, and paint throughout the house in 2022. This home is a wonderful option for anyone who wants to enjoy all of the shops and restaurants of Kill Devil Hills without being in the middle of it. Let "RVA Hideaway" be your hideaway at the Outer Banks!
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