All The Homes For Sale In Southern Shores On The Outer Banks NC

Oceanside getaway in the Outer Banks! This Southern Shores cottage is about 215 yards from the Fifth Avenue beach access, so the ocean is only a short walk away with no highway to cross! The home sits on a great private lot among mature live oaks. It offers four bedrooms- 2 upstairs and 2 downstairs. The main living area has an airy cathedral ceiling with wood beams, hardwood floors, and a wood burning fireplace. It is open to kitchen and dining making it a perfect place to relax after a day at the beach. There is a large screened porch to enjoy the ocean breeze. On the lower level, there is an additional area that could be used as a den or rec room. Outside, there is an in ground pool with a concrete pool deck. The double enclosed shower with a dressing room and foot wash is spacious! Multiple decks are available whether you want to sun or enjoy the shade. A relaxing soak in the hot tub is always a wonderful way to end the day! This location is hard to beat! Duck and Kitty Hawk's shops and restaurants are just a few minutes drive away. Schedule your showing today!

Huge Price Reduction! Discover the charm of coastal living in this inviting 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home ideally located on the oceanside of Southern Shores. Nestled on a beautifully wooded lot, the property offers exceptional privacy and a peaceful setting while being just an easy stroll to the pristine beaches of the Outer Banks. The spacious floor plan provides comfortable living for family and guests, making it an excellent choice as a primary residence, second home, or vacation getaway. Enjoy the best of Southern Shores, with its quiet streets, mature maritime forest, and convenient access to the beach, bike paths, parks, shopping, and dining. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a home in one of the Outer Banks' most sought-after coastal communities.

Welcome to 152 Ocean Blvd, an extraordinary oceanfront estate in Southern Shores that captures the timeless charm of classic Old Nags Head architecture with cedar shake siding and a durable metal roof. Perfectly situated on an impressive, over-one-acre lot with 100 feet of direct oceanfront along a coveted, low-traffic stretch of coastline, this magnificent seven-bedroom residence offers unobstructed views of the Atlantic and effortless private beach access. Step inside through a grand foyer to admire custom hardwood floors, fine granite countertops, and elegant marble tile throughout a thoughtful layout serviced by an elevator reaching every level. All seven bedrooms are private en suites featuring their own custom baths, with five bedrooms located on the lower levels alongside a quiet library and sitting room, a spacious laundry room, a private home theatre, and a sprawling recreation room complete with a custom sports bar, surround sound, pool table, and private deck. Ascending to the breathtaking top level, the main living room anchored on one side by a stone-covered gas fireplace overlooking the shoreline, flowing into an expansive dining area and a chef's gourmet kitchen equipped with a gas stove, double refrigerators, and double dishwashers. Two luxurious master suites also grace the top level, opening onto sweeping oceanfront decks ideal for soaking in the sea breeze. Outside, your personal coastal resort awaits with a sparkling private heated pool, a soothing hot tub, a poolside cabana with a bar and half bath, and a spacious dune-top deck where you can watch the waves roll in. Generac whole home generator on site for peace of mind. In addition to an oversized 3 car attached garage offering ample storage for vehicles, tools, bicycles, and beach gear, this rare estate includes a detached, conditioned two-car garage topped with private living quarters featuring its own kitchenette and full bath. This flexible private space could be used as large office, private gym, entertainment room, or more. Ideally positioned for convenience to the northern beaches and charming downtown Duck while remaining just minutes north of the central Outer Banks' premier shopping, dining, and attractions, this well-appointed estate is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity as a primary residence, coastal retreat, or lucrative investment boasting the potential for over $350K in annual rental income.

Experience the best of Outer Banks coastal living at 249 Wax Myrtle Trail. Ideally located in the heart of Southern Shores, this meticulously maintained 5-bedroom, 4-bath home offers over 2,900 square feet with generous living areas and a versatile floor plan. Set high and dry on a prime X-zone lot buffered by trees, the property combines its spacious interior with a private outdoor retreat featuring a large saltwater pool and an expansive, fully fenced backyard. Designed with both everyday living and entertaining in mind, the bright, updated main level has an open floor plan connecting the living room, dining area, and kitchen, with access to both the front and rear decks. Also on the main living level is the the spacious primary bedroom and en suite, two guest bedrooms and a full hall bath. The upper floor provides a versatile loft measuring approx. 20’ x 10’, flanked by two generous guestrooms and a hall bath. The ground level offers a flexible bonus room or office, another full bathroom, and a comfortable rec room with a built-in bar, ideal for movie nights, game days, or gathering after a day by the pool or at the beach. Outside is where this home truly shines, with a covered porch just off the ground-level rec room offering an inviting spot to relax and enjoy a picturesque view of the huge saltwater pool and expansive backyard. An outdoor shower adds convenience after a swim or beach day, and the fully fenced grassy yard provides plenty of room for people and pets to gather and play. A natural buffer of trees lends privacy and tranquility to this park-like retreat. The elevated homesite enhances the sense of space while giving you the added peace of mind that comes with an X-zone location. Careful upkeep and impact-resistant windows and sliders provide further reassurance, while a two-car garage adds everyday convenience. The beach is within walking distance, and the Sound is just minutes away, with local shops, restaurants, and everything that makes the Outer Banks special nearby. Whether you’re looking for a year-round home, vacation retreat, or investment property, 249 Wax Myrtle Trail offers a spacious, versatile layout, a desirable setting, and coastal lifestyle amenities!

Charming 3 bed, 1.5 bath home in sought after Southern Shores. Classic beach box with natural theme. Enjoy the expanded outside decks with roof top deck and extra sitting areas. Take in the sound and smell of ocean air. Designated walkway across Rt 12., then steps to the beach. Bring your fish home and clean at the outside sink. Rinse off in the outdoor shower. Community offers soundside park and playground, boat ramp, oceanside parking and lots of bike paths. Sold fully furnished. Come enjoy this happy home!

Price Reduction! Welcome to your ultimate coastal retreat! Perfectly designed for high-yield weekly rentals or comfortable year-round living, this exceptional 6BR/4.5BA home absolutely does not disappoint. Enjoy an easy, breezy walk to the ocean! Your route from Wax Myrtle Trail to Hillcrest Drive features a pedestrian-controlled stoplight, ensuring a safe and seamless crossing directly to the pristine Hillcrest beach. Enjoy an Elevated Living & Outdoor Oasis, commanding a great elevation above the street, the property features a sparkling private saltwater pool surrounded by an expansive deck—the perfect backdrop for sunbathing, grilling, and entertaining. The heart of the home boasts a beautifully appointed kitchen and dining area complete with a gas cooktop, premium granite countertops, and dramatic vaulted ceilings that maximize the sense of space. A dedicated third-floor lounge area enhances the open, airy feeling of the home, giving guests or family members plenty of room to spread out and relax. Built to handle the crowd, there is plenty of parking to easily accommodate weekly renters. This high-performing turn-key ready rental property turns over on Sundays. Opportunities like this on Wax Myrtle Trail rarely last long. Schedule your tour today and see this coastal gem before it’s gone!

Just five lots from the ocean in desirable Chicahauk! This 4-bedroom, 2-bath Southern Shores home offers an outstanding location, convenient beach access, and a proven vacation rental history averaging approximately $44,000 annually (VRBO #1150595). Recent improvements include Andersen windows (2017), exterior paint (2020), carport, backyard improvements and exterior LED lighting (2022), downstairs bathroom remodel (2025), and a new gas stove and fresh interior paint throughout (2026). There are more updates in associated docs. Enjoy Chicahauk amenities including tennis, basketball, playground, picnic areas and community pathways. Southern Shores amenities include multiple beach accesses, walking and biking trails, parks, tennis and pickleball, soundside recreation, and three community marinas with boat launch access.

Classic Southern Shores...Well-maintained waterfront home; solid, spacious, single-story convenience! Direct access both creekfront and canal front to Currituck Sound on wide, deep Ginguite Creek. Walk out and hop on your boat...kayak, stand-up-paddle, ski, fish, crab right from your dock. Home naturally aligns with surrounding maritime waters. Life creek-side is soothing: birdwatcher's canvas with continuous scenes of waterfowl. Ospreys fish, great blue herons glide, eagles soar and ducks & geese take flight overhead. Hummingbirds, chickadees, blue birds and more hover and nest. INSIDE...Designed to maximize your waterfront lifestyle in comfort. Heavy duty insulated, UV treated Anderson windows inspire you with awesome, panoramic views. Home is truly unique with eye-catching features from hardwood floors to stone fireplaces (Living Room fireplace stones handpicked from Narragansett Bay) to bead-board ceiling in den. Kitchen with dining area and large island makes entertaining easy; Dining room invites guests to be seated. Layout enlarges as you move to library/den where reading or curling up to watch a movie is easy. Sun/Florida room looks out on vast expanse of privacy canal-side. Four bedrooms and four full baths; two bedrooms have ensuites. Each bedroom/ensuite has ample closets. Spacious laundry room with washer, dryer, built in ironing-board, utility sink, large counter space and storage. OUTSIDE...Boaters' dream location. Front yard has private dock and boat lift on deep canal. Boat, paddleboard, kayak or walk wrap-around deck from canalfront to creekfront. Longest private dock on creek (150') provides depth for larger boat with tie-up pilings and ample room for recreational boats. Ski, fish or crab right from back yard! Extensive decking length of home gives breath-taking views: Bask in nature's beauty from upper deck as Ginguite Creek flows directly into the Currituck Sound. Outdoor shower with direct access door to laundry room. "Boat house" to store skis, fishing equipment and garden tools...easy living! Outside closet with water faucet on creek-side deck gives room for gardening supplies. Landscape lighting both canal and creek-side. WHAT TO DO?...Experience the look and feel of being on a cruise with unlimited excursions! Cast a line and drop crab pots from dock or catch a game of croquet on front lawn, golf at Duck Woods Country Club nearby. Easy and direct access to the Currituck Sound. Water ski, kayak, paddleboard; boat out to fish, crab, dock, shop, eat and be entertained in nearby Duck or across the sounds in Manteo. From ocean sunrise to sound sunset: more to do than can be imagined. EASY ACCESS...From Ocean to Sound. Sidewalks and roads in Southern Shores connect to treasures of the Outer Banks. Dare County has excellent elementary, middle and high schools and hosts a community college and trade school offerings. Known for the location of the First Flight with the iconic Wright Memorial and Visitor's Center, the Outer Banks offers creative recreation...Jockey's Ridge State Park with hang gliding and kite flying, Parks & Rec with indoor and outdoor facilities, Library and Senior Center (Baum Center), bike paths and walkways. Everything for daily needs nearby. Most shops locally sourced; familiar names of larger stores dot the area giving it a spirit of the thriving, seasoned community it is. LOCATION...Skip the traffic. Easy ingress and egress when coming across Wright Memorial Bridge or heading to the mainland! Beautiful clean beaches and the surf of the Atlantic Ocean on the East—restaurants, shops, places of worship, activities in-between—and an amazing waterside home and dock on the West...93 Osprey Lane marks the spot: a treasure you will be glad you discovered on the Outer Banks!

Experience Southern Shores the way visionary founder Frank Stick intended in this rare maritime forest sanctuary. Custom-built by renowned artisan Possum Silver as his personal residence, this distinctive Outer Banks home is set naturally into the landscape on the leeward side of the dune line and protected from the elements. Cul-de-sac setting ads to the privacy and tranquility of this unique property. Built with an exceptionally sturdy block foundation and a full basement, a unique feature for the area. The home blends craftsmanship with lasting value. Inside, character abounds with heart pine floors, juniper tongue-and-groove ceilings, and a wood-burning fireplace and Gorgeus upgraded Kitchen. Nice Offering 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the property boasts abundant storage, including an extra-large walk-in attic. XL rear ground level enclosed storage. The versatile ground level also offers great potential to be easily converted into a separate suite. Be sure to check out the Fire Pit! *Functioning well for Gardening.

Experience a fresh take on the classic cottage at OBX Dream. Perfectly positioned for privacy in an established neighborhood, this 2015 home by Forest Seal offers easy beach access and ocean views—showing as beautifully in person as it does in photos. Originally designed as a second home and lightly rented, it’s ideal for vacation getaways or year-round living. The thoughtfully designed floor plan captures effortless coastal living with bright, open-concept spaces that flow seamlessly for gathering and relaxing. Two king suites feature private baths and deck access, while two additional bedrooms open to a charming hammock deck. A spacious game room provides extra entertainment space and leads to the private pool and outdoor living area. Built for lasting quality and low maintenance, features include composite decking, a fiberglass pool, storm shutters on top-level sliders, low-maintenance landscaping, hardwood floors, granite countertops, and tile flooring.

Experience the pinnacle of Outer Banks luxury in this extraordinary seven-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bath oceanfront estate, ideally situated along the pristine shores of Southern Shores. Offering an exceptional combination of breathtaking coastal surroundings, sophisticated design, and resort-inspired amenities, this remarkable residence embodies the very best of oceanfront living. Extensively renovated with impeccable attention to detail and never rented since December 2020, the property presents a rare opportunity to own a truly distinguished coastal retreat. Thoughtfully reimagined to balance timeless elegance with modern comfort, the home’s interiors showcase an impressive collection of upscale finishes and architectural enhancements. From the grand entry foyer, accented by custom shiplap detailing and a beautifully redesigned staircase featuring solid wood treads and sleek iron railings, every element reflects a commitment to quality and craftsmanship. A fresh, neutral color palette, designer lighting, upgraded solid interior doors, and refined finishes throughout create an atmosphere of understated coastal sophistication. The heart of the residence is a stunning, fully renovated gourmet kitchen, masterfully designed for both everyday luxury and effortless entertaining. Custom cabinetry, polished quartz countertops, an elegant tile backsplash, and an oversized farmhouse sink complement a suite of professional-grade appliances, including a Sub-Zero French-door refrigerator and a 48-inch Wolf six-burner propane range. A reverse osmosis water filtration system adds another layer of convenience. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the expansive top-level living and dining spaces, where custom built-in shelving, shiplap accents, statement lighting, and thoughtfully selected finishes create an inviting setting for gathering and entertaining. Designed to accommodate family and guests in exceptional comfort, the residence offers seven spacious bedrooms and seven-and-a-half bathrooms, providing an ideal balance of privacy and shared living. The beautifully renovated primary bathroom evokes a private spa, complete with a custom glass-enclosed shower, dual vanities, sophisticated tilework, and contemporary fixtures. Luxury vinyl plank flooring enhances the top-level primary suites and mid-level television room, while multiple living and entertainment spaces, including a dedicated game room, ensure ample room to relax and reconnect. Outdoors, an impressive collection of resort-style amenities transforms the property into a private coastal oasis. The expansive pool deck features a heated swimming pool with upgraded concrete surrounds, a new pool heater, pump, and lighting. A premium hot tub offers the perfect place to unwind, while a newly constructed covered gazebo creates an inviting poolside retreat. The covered lower-level lounge, complete with an outdoor SunBrite television, provides an additional setting for relaxed gatherings and entertaining. Newly installed decking and low-maintenance vinyl railings enhance the front and rear outdoor spaces, extending the home’s luxurious living experience into its spectacular oceanfront surroundings. Beyond its beautiful interiors and exceptional amenities, the residence has benefited from substantial capital improvements since 2020. Notable upgrades include a combination asphalt and metal roof, two 3-ton Trane HVAC systems, updated exterior double-entry doors, refreshed window trim, upgraded exterior lighting across all levels, and a newly installed fire and security alarm system. A dedicated 240-volt electric vehicle charging outlet and a new irrigation well pump further enhance the property’s convenience and functionality. Equally compelling as a private oceanfront sanctuary or an investment opportunity, the property carries projected annual rental revenue of $308,000, offering the potential for meaningful income in one of the Outer Banks’ most desirable coastal communities.

As you wind beneath a majestic canopy of live oaks, gently drifting with the natural undulations of the dunes, the quintessential charm of Southern Shores embraces you the moment you arrive. Serenity. Tranquility. Warmth. Since 1983, this meticulously maintained, gently used retreat has welcomed generations of family and friends into the quiet solitude of the Outer Banks maritime forest—wrapping around you like a familiar, favorite blanket. Here, local wildlife, soft ocean breezes tinged with salt air, and infinite starry nights offer an unforgettable backdrop for creating lifelong memories. Designed for seamless coastal living, the home opens into a main-level great room featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, warm natural light, and an inviting wood-burning fireplace made for cozy autumn nights and crisp spring gatherings. The layout flows perfectly into the dining area and kitchen, fully equipped and sold completely furnished so you can begin enjoying paradise on day one (see Bill of Sale for details). Expansive wraparound decking creates outdoor living spaces in every direction—perfect for catching morning light to the east or gathering to watch the sunset. Downstairs, a welcoming foyer sits alongside a dedicated laundry room and direct access to the spacious, covered carport. The main floor features a peaceful primary ensuite, thoughtfully sized to accommodate a king bed, along with two additional bedrooms that share a beautifully updated guest bath featuring modern LVP flooring and a cultured marble vanity. Ground-level, the home caters to easy beach days and relaxed outdoor entertaining, complete with a private outdoor shower, a generous storage room for beach gear, and a shady covered patio perfect for picnic setups and refreshing beverages. Party lights, anyone? Set on an expansive 0.48-acre lot, the property offers rare potential, with ample space to add a private swimming pool, expand outdoor entertainment areas, or create additional living space. Life is defined by its ages and stages; don’t miss the opportunity to make this timeless Outer Banks haven your own.