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Outer Banks Waterfront Ownership

For some reason, blankly staring at a body of water has the ability to relieve stress and leave one feeling relaxed. Throw in the sound of waves crashing on the beach or water lapping up against a bulkhead or pier and it's time to break out the lounge chair and sip on something cold.

The Outer Banks offers a variety of water frontage and water views to satisfy your desire for fun on the water. Read the brief descriptions below descibing the 3 major types of water front properties and follow the links for more detailed information about each.

OBX Oceanfront

Owning an ocean front house on the Outer Banks is a dream shared by a lot of people. Not many of them have the resources and/or the courage to actually make that dream come true. If you are one of the fortunate ones looking to buy an ocean front property then you should find these articles helpful OBX Oceanfront Articles.

OBX Soundfront

Soundfront: These properties are located directly on the various sounds (like the Currituck, Albemarle, Roanoke, Croatan or Pamlico Sounds) on the western side of the barrier islands. They often have private docks and offer views of spectacular sunsets. Here are some articles to show you the ins and outs of sound front ownership. OBX Sound Front

OBX Canalfront

Canalfront: Found in select neighborhoods like Colington Harbour and Old Nags Head Cove, these properties are located on navigable canals, providing direct boat access from your backyard to the sound. Not all canals are the same, so follow this link to find out what to watch out for when looking for OBX Canalfront Properties

Here are all of the water front homes currently for sale on the Outer Bnaks

Experience the best of Outer Banks oceanfront living at 115 E Sea Spray Court in Nags Head! Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this six-bedroom oceanfront home offers expansive ocean views, direct beach access, and the private amenities vacationers love. Multiple ocean-facing decks provide the perfect place to enjoy the coastal breeze and watch the sunrise over the Atlantic, while the screened porch offers a peaceful setting to unwind and take in spectacular sunsets over the sound. The private pool and oceanside hot tub create an inviting outdoor retreat, adding to the home's appeal as a vacation destination. Inside, the spacious layout features five full bathrooms, a half bath, four primary suites with private baths, and generous gathering spaces designed for family and friends. An updated kitchen, gas fireplace for off-season enjoyment, garage, outdoor showers, and fish cleaning station add to the home's functionality. Located in desirable Nags Head, this established vacation rental presents an opportunity to own an oceanfront property with existing rental history, personal-use potential, and the timeless appeal of beachfront living on the Outer Banks. Whether you're looking for a coastal getaway, an income-producing investment, or both, this oceanfront retreat is worth a closer look.
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Just One Look is all it takes to appreciate the oceanfront setting and beautiful Atlantic views offered by this classic Nags Head beach home. Located at Milepost 21.3, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath property offers a laid-back coastal atmosphere with the beach just beyond your doorstep. The spacious, furnished oceanfront deck provides the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee, soak up the sunshine, or unwind to the sound of the waves. Inside, the home features a comfortable living area, a separate den, and a functional layout designed for gathering after a day at the beach. Conveniently located near local restaurants, shopping, and Outer Banks attractions, this oceanfront property offers an opportunity to own a classic Nags Head beach retreat in a desirable coastal setting. Whether you're looking for a personal getaway, an investment property, or a place to enjoy the Outer Banks for years to come, Just One Look is worth a closer look.
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SELLER OFFERING NEGOTIABLE CLOSING COST ASSISTANCE OR INTEREST RATE BUYDOWN! ASSUMABLE VA LOAN OPPORTUNITY—ASK FOR DETAILS!MOVE-IN READY, ONE-LEVEL LIVING WITH POND VIEWS IN LAUREL WOODS ESTATES!Welcome to 173 Laurel Woods Way in Currituck, NC, where comfortable one-story living meets the benefits of an established neighborhood! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers an open floor plan, NEW luxury vinyl plank flooring, a 2-car garage, fenced backyard, and covered rear porch overlooking a peaceful community pond.Inside, the bright, open living, dining, and kitchen areas create a welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining. All three bedrooms and both bathrooms are conveniently located on one level, offering a practical floor plan without stairs.Step outside to your covered rear porch and enjoy relaxing pond views from your fenced backyard. Whether you're entertaining, grilling, or enjoying a quiet evening outdoors, this home offers an inviting setting.MORE THAN JUST A HOME—ENJOY THE LAUREL WOODS ESTATES LIFESTYLE! Community amenities include walking trails, scenic ponds, playgrounds, basketball, and RV parking.Located in Currituck County, with convenient access to Chesapeake, Virginia, Hampton Roads, Elizabeth City, and the Outer Banks, this property offers an appealing combination of neighborhood amenities, outdoor living, and regional convenience.Nearby attractions include Morris Farm Market, Back 40 Live, local restaurants, shopping, and coastal recreation.WHY WAIT? With seller assistance available toward closing costs or a rate buydown, plus a potential VA loan assumption opportunity, this home deserves your attention!Schedule your private showing today and discover the value of living in Laurel Woods Estates!Seller concessions subject to negotiated terms. VA loan assumption subject to lender/servicer approval and applicable requirements.
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Welcome to 109 Blue Heron Road in Shiloh, NC, where life on the water meets a peaceful Camden County setting. This tastefully decorated 3-bedroom, 2-bath canal-front home offers approximately 1,500 square feet of living space, plus additional finished space on the ground floor that provides even more flexibility. The main living level offers a comfortable, inviting layout with plenty of natural light and views that remind you why you came to the water in the first place. Step outside to multiple decks and patio areas overlooking the canal, creating wonderful spaces for morning coffee, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. For boating enthusiasts, this property delivers. A private dock and boat lift put boating, fishing and kayaking right in your backyard. For additional launching options, Milltown Boat Ramp and One Mill Park provide nearby public boating access.The ground floor features additional finished space with a full bathroom and its own mini-split HVAC system, making it ideal for guests, a home office, recreation room, hobby space or other flexible uses. This ground-floor finished area is not included in the approximately 1,500 square feet of advertised living area, giving the property valuable usable space beyond the main living level.Best of all, there is NO HOA. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle in a peaceful Shiloh setting, this property offers the opportunity to slow down and enjoy the outdoors while still being part of northeastern North Carolina's coastal lifestyle.Whether you're looking for a primary home, second home, weekend getaway or boating retreat in Camden County, 109 Blue Heron Road offers a combination that's hard to find: private dock, boat lift, beautiful water views, generous outdoor living areas, additional finished space and no HOA. Bring the boat and come see what life on Blue Heron Road is all about.
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Nestled just 34 minutes to the OBX.Discover Waterfront living with Private Pier & Endless Views. Live like your on vacation every day!One of RiversEdge's true soundfront estates.Discover exceptional soundfront living at 178 Mariners Way in Moyock, NC, offering more than 4,300 square feet, Currituck Sound views, boating access, and an impressive combination of space and amenities.? Designed to make the water the centerpiece, the dramatic great room features soaring 20-foot ceilings, expansive windows, a gas fireplace, and sweeping Sound views. The chef-inspired kitchen flows into the main living areas, while a formal dining room, private office, den, recreation/movie room, and professionally soundproof studio provide flexible spaces for work, entertaining, fitness, media, or creative pursuits.? The spacious first-floor primary suite features an ensuite bath, walk-in closet, and convenient laundry area. Upstairs, a guest suite offers its own full bath and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath, and a second laundry area adds convenience.? Outside, a private pier and boat lift provide direct access to the Currituck Sound and Intracoastal Waterway for boating, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Enjoy days exploring northeastern N?C waterways and evenings watching spectacular sunsets over the Sound.Community amenities include a boat ramp, sandy beach, clubhouse, and pickleball court.Located near the NC/VA state line, this Moyock waterfront property offers convenient access to Chesapeake and Hampton Roads, with Elizabeth City, Corolla, and the Outer Banks within reach.For those comparing luxury waterfront properties in Moyock, Currituck County, Hampton Roads, Virginia Beach, and the Outer Banks, 178 Mariners Way offers a compelling combination of substantial living space, direct water access, private boating amenities, and panoramic Sound views.More than a water view—this is an opportunity to live on the water. Schedule your showing and experience the Currituck Sound lifestyle.
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Pondfront Living, Golf Course Views + Incredible Sunsets in The Village at Nags Head overlooking Hole 8 at Nags Head Golf Links! Welcome to your own peaceful waterfront retreat in one of Nags Head’s most sought-after communities. Perfectly positioned along the pond overlooking hole 8 in The Village at Nags Head, this 5-bedroom home captures gorgeous pond and Roanoke Sound views, spectacular golf course views and Outer Banks sunsets, and an abundance of outdoor living space designed to make the most of its beautiful setting. The reverse floor plan places the main living spaces exactly where they should be—on the top level, where the water and golf course views take center stage. An open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area creates a bright and inviting gathering space, with easy access to the spacious sun deck overlooking the pond and toward the sound. Whether you’re enjoying morning coffee outside or winding down as the sun sets over the water, the views are a highlight from morning to night. The top level also features a private primary suite with an en-suite bath and even more views. The mid level offers four additional bedrooms, thoughtfully arranged with two Jack-and-Jill baths, along with a conveniently located laundry area. Step outside to the expansive wraparound covered deck for even more room to relax, entertain, and simply enjoy the coastal breeze and peaceful waterfront surroundings. On the ground level, a two-car garage provides exceptional parking and storage space with plenty of room for beach gear, bikes, kayaks, fishing equipment, and all the extras that come with the Outer Banks lifestyle. The backyard offers the perfect space for lawn games, and you can walk right down the street to the community sound access. The Village at Nags Head also offers an array of community amenities, including an Oceanfront outdoor pool and clubhouse with private beach access, parking, and a bath house, as well as a beautiful sound front beach area with kayak and paddle board storage and launch, two sound side piers, and a premier community golf course. (Additional joining fee for Nags Head Links and Village Beach Tennis - see associated docs for fast facts). The location puts you in the heart of Nags Head with easy access to the beach, shopping, dining, watersports, golf, and some of the Outer Banks’ most iconic destinations. Jockey’s Ridge State Park, Jennette’s Pier, Outlets Nags Head, Nags Head Golf Links, Bodie Island Lighthouse, Oregon Inlet, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and nearby Roanoke Island and Manteo are all within easy reach. With its pondfront setting, beautiful golf course and water views, unforgettable sunsets, multiple levels of outdoor living, and central Nags Head location, this home offers the ideal combination of coastal lifestyle, space, and convenience. Come see why life is better by the water!
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Perched high at the edge of Colington Harbour, this inviting SOUND-FRONT 3-bedroom, 2-bath home captures spectacular views across Kitty Hawk Bay and the Albemarle Sound. This home underwent extensive RENOVATIONS in 2021, and features a wall of windows which fills the home with natural LIGHT while showcasing the ever-changing beauty of the water. Inside, the cozy living room features beamed ceilings and a warm, welcoming feel. The adjoining kitchen offers newer appliances, abundant cabinet and counter space, and a convenient breakfast bar—perfect for casual meals or gathering with family and friends. Spacious, comfortable bedrooms provide plenty of room to relax and unwind. Step outside to the large deck, an ideal spot for morning coffee, entertaining guests, or watching breathtaking sunsets over the sound. The tiered, bulkheaded backyard leads down toward the water and offers multiple spaces to relax, entertain, and enjoy long summer days by the sound. This is a special opportunity to own a WATERFRONT retreat recently remodeled in one of the Outer Banks’ most scenic settings. Colington Harbour is a gated community that features a private community boat launch, a community pool (with add'l membership), a playground area and private beach, basketball courts and tennis/pickleball courts. Check out the virtual tour and floorplans as well! Sold fully furnished and great rental projections on file! Will make a nice investment property or imagine using this as your Coastal getaway, perfect for all seasons.
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Fleur De Sea is ready for its next adventuring family! This property makes a perfect second home or investment opportunity. The home boasts six spacious bedrooms—including two master suites—and 4.5 bathrooms distributed across four floors. An open floor plan features vaulted ceilings, large closets, and multiple deck access points, offering guests plenty of room to spread out. Enjoy quiet time on the decks or retreat to the peaceful fourth-floor study. Fleur De Sea’s location is absolutely perfect for any water sports enthusiast! The private pool is ideally situated for long, sunny days and unending views. If you prefer the beach, the ocean access is only a short walk away. You are here to relax and enjoy the salt air. Conveniently located is the Tri-Villages walking path, the property location offers easy access to popular local attractions, including the Rodanthe Pier, REAL Water sports, shopping and many restaurants. Come and see this lovely home for yourself!
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Welcome home to your waterfront dream location! 2307 Bay Drive in Kill Devil Hills has a Semi-Soundfront home on East side of Bay Drive. Stroll across Bay Drive to where your parcel continues and is secured by bulkhead and adorned with Private 350' Pier, 10k lb rated boat lift and bonus Jet Ski Lift. Relax, crab, fish, swim or boat in peace and enjoy your private unrestricted views of sunsets over Kitty Hawk Bay in the Albemarle Sound. Alternatively, enjoy elevated views from your covered decks or top level sun deck. Top Level has large En-suite with private entrance to Sun Deck, gas fireplace, Custom tile shower and jetted tub that looks over the most spectacular Soundside sunsets. Bring your own Bubbles! Additional Bedrooms on the East Side of home have walk-in closets with large closets with built-in storage. The Mid-Level has West Facing Kitchen, Living and Dining. Travel down the Hall to full Bathroom, Laundry Room, Flex Room and Large En-Suite with lots of storage. The entire ground floor of home has 3 car garage and copious amounts of workspace and storage. Flow from one space to the next in this well thought out floorpan and make this your home or Vacation Getaway for 2026! If an investment property is what you are looking for, Bay Drive has gained in popularity with its gracious sunset views and large walking paths leading to the Wright Brothers' Memorial Monument! Property Website: https://listings.lighthousevisuals.com/sites/engwolyb/unbranded
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A True Oceanfront Masterpiece — Custom-Built Luxury Without Compromise. Offering over 4,500 square feet of refined coastal living, this exceptional estate delivers craftsmanship, scale, and amenities rarely found on the Outer Banks. The main house welcomes you through custom mahogany double glass doors and features three master suites, three additional bedrooms, and lavish custom tile baths with shower jets and rain heads. An elevator servicing three floors ensures effortless access throughout. The show-stopping gourmet kitchen boasts a 48" double oven with six gas burners and griddle, drawer microwave, oversized Sub-Zero refrigerator, granite countertops, blue kill pine walls, western tongue-and-groove cedar ceilings, knotty alder doors, and custom registers—every detail thoughtfully designed. The first level is built for entertaining, with a game room, multimedia area with 65" TV, and a convenient kitchenette with granite countertops, sink, drawer microwave, and beverage refrigerator—perfect for seamless poolside living. The fully self-contained guesthouse offers two bonus sleeping quarters, two bathrooms, a custom spiral staircase, washer and dryer, kitchenette, and comfortable living space—ideal for hosting family or friends in total privacy. This is more than a home. It’s a statement.
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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!
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Where the wild horses roam free and the Atlantic Ocean meets 1.3 acres of pristine coastal privacy, you will find this spectacular ten-bedroom, ten-and-a-half-bathroom oceanfront estate. Located just 2.3 miles up the off-road beaches—a world away from the everyday, yet effortlessly accessible—this near 5,000-square-foot custom masterpiece was completed in 2018 to offer the absolute pinnacle of Outer Banks living. Showing like a brand-new home, the property has been meticulously maintained, featuring complete interior and exterior paint freshly completed in 2026, along with recently replaced HVAC systems to ensure total peace of mind. Boasting 60 feet of direct ocean frontage, the home delivers mesmerizing, unobstructed wave-breaking views to the east for breathtaking sunrises, alongside stunning sunset views over the Currituck Sound and its outer islands to the west. Designed flawlessly for grand-scale entertaining and total relaxation, the outdoor oasis features expansive east and westside decking that frames the panoramic views, leading down to a massive backyard pool area. This exterior retreat comes complete with a brand-new 2026 hot tub, a dedicated kiddie pool, a built-in grilling area, a gas firepit, and abundant lounge seating. Stepping inside to the ground level directly from the pool deck, you are greeted by a spectacular entertainment pub featuring a full wet bar equipped with an ice maker, microwave, refrigerator, and multiple flat-screen televisions. This space flows seamlessly into a spacious game room with a pool table, which sits adjacent to a private, dedicated movie theater room perfect for evening films and gaming. An elevator services all levels of the home, and this ground floor is rounded out by two luxury en-suite bedrooms, plus a third bedroom utilizing a shared full bath. The mid-level serves as an ideal secondary retreat, offering a large central gathering area, convenient dual stackable washers and dryers, and five spacious en-suite bedrooms, several of which feature beautiful custom tile showers. Ascending to the top level, you will be utterly memorized by the sweeping ocean views framed perfectly through a dramatic wall of windows. The massive living room features vaulted ceilings, an electric fireplace, and direct access to both the east and west decks. Nearby, the chef’s dream kitchen is fully loaded to handle large crowds, boasting dual refrigerators, dual dishwashers, a double wall oven, a stovetop range, premium granite countertops, and a large island with bar seating. Two grand en-suite bedrooms anchor this top tier, each boasting upscale tile showers and private deck access. Beyond its physical beauty, this property is a proven investment powerhouse situated securely in the coveted X flood zone, meaning no flood insurance is required. It has a highly productive history of grossing over $200k annually for the last several years, and the current 2026 season is already outperforming expectations with $215k in rental income already booked. For serious buyers looking for a transparent and smooth transaction, a comprehensive pre-listing home inspection is available for review. Whether you are seeking a lucrative rental machine to anchor your investment portfolio or a private family legacy estate, this Corolla gem is unmatched in both luxury and performance.
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