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This stunning coastal home complete in 2021 offers a perfect blend of luxury and comfort, featuring an open-concept design that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. High ceilings throughout the space create an airy and expansive feel, while large windows flood the interior with natural light. The master suite is a private retreat, complete with an en-suite bathroom. Two guest bedrooms and spacious hall bath with walk-in shower. The home also includes a beautifully appointed guest apartment below, perfect for visitors seeking privacy and convenience. Apt has kitchenette/living, full bath, and large bedroom. Covered parking under home and covered deck to enjoy all weather. Although home not in gated Colington Harbour, it is a part of the community and Owners can enjoy resort-style amenities within the association, including a sparkling pool for relaxing afternoons, well-maintained tennis courts for active recreation, and a boat ramp for easy access to the sound, making it the ultimate haven for coastal living! All at an affordable price!!!
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4 bd
2 ba
This adorable home in the favorite Nags Head community of Southridge is waiting for your final touches! With four bedrooms, two full baths, a large utility closet, walk in laundry room/pantry and two linen closets, its perfect for a primary residence or a Nags Head getaway close to everything! The list of upgrades include ceramic tile throughout and elegant twisted iron stair balusters. The kitchen has been fully renovated with stainless steel GE Cafe Series appliances, gas range, modern espresso finish cabinets, granite countertops, and a mosaic glass tile backsplash. This spacious home has two full bathrooms-one that is fully renovated and one that just needs the finishing touches of a vanity, toilet, plumbing and light fixtures and a small portion of tilework. Both have been renovated to create a sleek and sophisticated feel with custom tile and glass shower doors. Other upgrades include a 2022 Trane HVAC condenser and a 2021 hot water heater. The location is perfect for a bike ride or walk to see the sunsets, or a stroll on the soundfront beach area at the Jockey's Ridge State Park.
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This Nags Head location is highly desired by buyers because both the beach and Nags Head Woods are super close. You can also easily get to coffee shops, the YMCA, the grocery store and two Nags Head parks. This home was built with a ground floor mother-in-law suite and used as that for over 30 years. Upstairs is two bedrooms, a bathroom, a large living, dining, kitchen area and a sunroom. On the ground floor is a room that is used as a bedroom, a bathroom, a kitchen and living area. There is no interior stairwell between upstairs and downstairs. Total square footage of heated living area, (1456 SF), is both upstairs and downstairs. With a little TLC you will have a home you can enjoy for years and years!
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"PRETTY MAMA" OCEANFRONT W/ FABULOUS OCEAN VIEWS! *** ELEVATOR & HEATED POOL ... and HUGE GAME ROOM W/ MINI KITCHEN & ARCADE GAME! *** EXCELLENT RENTAL INVESTMENT INCOME PRODUCER ... 2024 Rents $239,472 ... a 9% RETURN! *** ELEVATOR TO ALL 3 LEVELS ... PRETTY MAMA IS AN 8 Bedroom Oceanfront in the Heart of Nags Head w/ Nice Heated Pool, Deep Lot w/ High Protective Dune System *** Original Tax Plat shows Land Dimensions: 50 feet by 418 feet *** Located Approx. Milepost 10 on the Beach Road *** Big Driveway for plenty of Guest and Family Parking *** MULTIPLE En Suite Bedrooms w/ Full Baths (See Broker Notes for rental description and website link for this home) * Primary Powder Room just off the Great Room for guests *** Starting on the Top Level 3 - You will love the Large Open Great Room w/ Custom Interior Finishes and Furnishings * Cozy Kitchen w Double Refrigerators * High Ceilings, Gas Fireplace w/ Built in Entertainment Center * Primary Oceanfront En suite bedroom with Ocean Views! * Also, Fabulous Ocean Views from Sun Deck off Great Room - great space to Entertain or to just enjoy the nearly 180-degree Ocean Views, the smell of the salt in the air & the gentle waves releasing on the Beach! *** Level 2 Features Multiple En suite Bedrooms w Full Baths (One Bedroom features a large ACCESSIBLE BATHROOM for those with disabilities) & Oceanside Deck the width of the home - with access from the bedrooms * Main Front Entry Foyer & Front Covered porch mid-level between Levels 1 and 3 *** Level 1 Features a Huge Open Great Room with tile floor, Kitchenette, Pool Table, Sliders out to POOL & Hot Tub & Walkway to Beach! *** 2nd Bedroom on Ground Level off Game Room features door to rear Pool Deck area for easy access to bathroom *** Home Rents w Pets - there is a dedicated pet area (new in 2022) on the South side of the Pool *** You will want to head out past the pool gate to the Dune - Check out the Dune Top Platform Sun Deck - what a great place to take in the beach & the View ... or sit out on a starry night - the Constellations & The Milky Way will WOW you as will the SUNRISES OVER THE OCEAN ... also a great place to have your morning Coffee! *** Close to all kinds of shopping, restaurants, and Family Fun ... miniature Golf, go karts, Wright Brothers Monument, Jockey's Ridge, Pirates Cove & Oregon Inlet Fishing Centers, Downtown Manteo & so much more! *** PRETTY MAMA is offered fully furnished (with listed exclusions) *** NEW IN 2022: Interior Touch-Up Painting, New Ceiling Fans, Various New Decor, including leather sofa, new lamps, new area rugs, New King Bed Mattresses and Bedspreads, New Full-Size Refrigerator, New PVC Tables, New Park Grills, New Dog Run, New Pool Liner, New Rec Room TV Added, New Dune Deck Flooring and some new Walkway step treads *** List of additional Updates 2023 and 2024: Microwave, refinish dining room flooring, tables and chairs, Elevator upgraded to meet Weston's Law, Pac Man Arcade Game, Lower Level Refrigerator, Outdoor Polywood Furniture, Dryer, Tiki Bar, Floors Refinished, Bathroom Faucets and Shower Heads, Interior AND Exterior Paint *** See Rental Company Beach Realty K1226 Pretty Mama Photos & Description at rental Website Link: https://www.beachrealtync.com/outer-banks-rentals/pretty-mama *** Beach Realty 2023 Rents $234,304 * 2024 Rents $239,472 ... AS OF 3-28-25 YTD RENTS FOR 2025 OFF TO A GREAT START W $120,742 BOOKED *** Beach Realty 2025 Rent Projection $240,278 *** Perfect Home for a Buyer who wants Rental Income! *** High Praise from a prior Guest: "Pretty Mama is in the ideal location for visiting the OBX to the north or south and close to the best places to eat. It has all the Features & Amenities ... Heated Pool, Elevator, Game Room, Dune Deck, Fabulous Ocean Views, Pet Friendly, and everyone from Beach Realty were friendly." *** Buy Now and Capture a Majority of the Rental Income with only a partial year of expenses! ... You will Love this Oceanfront Home ... Come see!
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"PRETTY MAMA" OCEANFRONT W/ FABULOUS OCEAN VIEWS! *** ELEVATOR & HEATED POOL ... and HUGE GAME ROOM W/ MINI KITCHEN & ARCADE GAME! *** EXCELLENT RENTAL INVESTMENT INCOME PRODUCER ... 2024 Rents $239,472 ... a 9% RETURN! *** ELEVATOR TO ALL 3 LEVELS ... PRETTY MAMA IS AN 8 Bedroom Oceanfront in the Heart of Nags Head w/ Nice Heated Pool, Deep Lot w/ High Protective Dune System *** Original Tax Plat shows Land Dimensions: 50 feet by 418 feet *** Located Approx. Milepost 10 on the Beach Road *** Big Driveway for plenty of Guest and Family Parking *** MULTIPLE En Suite Bedrooms w/ Full Baths (See Broker Notes for rental description and website link for this home) * Primary Powder Room just off the Great Room for guests *** Starting on the Top Level 3 - You will love the Large Open Great Room w/ Custom Interior Finishes and Furnishings * Cozy Kitchen w Double Refrigerators * High Ceilings, Gas Fireplace w/ Built in Entertainment Center * Primary Oceanfront En suite bedroom with Ocean Views! * Also, Fabulous Ocean Views from Sun Deck off Great Room - great space to Entertain or to just enjoy the nearly 180-degree Ocean Views, the smell of the salt in the air & the gentle waves releasing on the Beach! *** Level 2 Features Multiple En suite Bedrooms w Full Baths (One Bedroom features a large ACCESSIBLE BATHROOM for those with disabilities) & Oceanside Deck the width of the home - with access from the bedrooms * Main Front Entry Foyer & Front Covered porch mid-level between Levels 1 and 3 *** Level 1 Features a Huge Open Great Room with tile floor, Kitchenette, Pool Table, Sliders out to POOL & Hot Tub & Walkway to Beach! *** 2nd Bedroom on Ground Level off Game Room features door to rear Pool Deck area for easy access to bathroom *** Home Rents w Pets - there is a dedicated pet area (new in 2022) on the South side of the Pool *** You will want to head out past the pool gate to the Dune - Check out the Dune Top Platform Sun Deck - what a great place to take in the beach & the View ... or sit out on a starry night - the Constellations & The Milky Way will WOW you as will the SUNRISES OVER THE OCEAN ... also a great place to have your morning Coffee! *** Close to all kinds of shopping, restaurants, and Family Fun ... miniature Golf, go karts, Wright Brothers Monument, Jockey's Ridge, Pirates Cove & Oregon Inlet Fishing Centers, Downtown Manteo & so much more! *** PRETTY MAMA is offered fully furnished (with listed exclusions) *** NEW IN 2022: Interior Touch-Up Painting, New Ceiling Fans, Various New Decor, including leather sofa, new lamps, new area rugs, New King Bed Mattresses and Bedspreads, New Full-Size Refrigerator, New PVC Tables, New Park Grills, New Dog Run, New Pool Liner, New Rec Room TV Added, New Dune Deck Flooring and some new Walkway step treads *** List of additional Updates 2023 and 2024: Microwave, refinish dining room flooring, tables and chairs, Elevator upgraded to meet Weston's Law, Pac Man Arcade Game, Lower Level Refrigerator, Outdoor Polywood Furniture, Dryer, Tiki Bar, Floors Refinished, Bathroom Faucets and Shower Heads, Interior AND Exterior Paint *** See Rental Company Beach Realty K1226 Pretty Mama Photos & Description at rental Website Link: https://www.beachrealtync.com/outer-banks-rentals/pretty-mama *** Beach Realty 2023 Rents $234,304 * 2024 Rents $239,472 ... AS OF 3-28-25 YTD RENTS FOR 2025 OFF TO A GREAT START W $120,742 BOOKED *** Beach Realty 2025 Rent Projection $240,278 *** Perfect Home for a Buyer who wants Rental Income! *** High Praise from a prior Guest: "Pretty Mama is in the ideal location for visiting the OBX to the north or south and close to the best places to eat. It has all the Features & Amenities ... Heated Pool, Elevator, Game Room, Dune Deck, Fabulous Ocean Views, Pet Friendly, and everyone from Beach Realty were friendly." *** Buy Now and Capture a Majority of the Rental Income with only a partial year of expenses! ... You will Love this Oceanfront Home ... Come see!
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LOOKING FOR A BEACH HOME ON THE OUTER BANKS WITH OUT SPENDING A MILLION DOLLARS ?? - THEN COME TAKE A LOOK AT THIS 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATH JACK AND JILL BEACH HOME THAT IS JUST WAITING FOR YOU!!! - OLD NAGS HEAD COVE COMMUNITY HAS A BOAT LAUNCHING AREA THAT TAKES YOU RIGHT OUT TO THE SOUND AND THE BEST FISHING EVER!! ALSO THERE IS A TERRIFIC CLUB HOUSE AND A GREAT COMMUNITY POOL. THIS HOME IS CENTRALLY LOCATED AND JUST WAITING FOR YOUR "OWN PERSONAL" TOUCHES. EASY TO SEE ANYTIME 4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, $522,000 HOP, SKIP AND JUMP TO OCEAN.
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6 bd
4 ba
5224 sq ft
A truly one-of-a-kind property awaits built by premiere builder Pete Hunter! This stunning estate sits on over a half acre of pristine ocean frontage. It is beautifully landscaped with new exterior paint, gorgeous new Trex decking, and vinyl handrails that wrap all the way around the home, offering over 3,000 square feet of decking. Enjoy the sound of the waves crashing from the private dune gazebo or watch the sunrise over the Atlantic from the ship's watch on the top level. This home is one of the largest in the ocean at Village of Nags Head; you will appreciate the large bedrooms and expansive great room with multiple sitting areas. The heart of pine wood flooring and stone fireplace are simply stunning. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight and has two sinks, double wall ovens, exquisite custom cabinetry, and a pantry. You can enjoy the large game room with a billiard table, entertainment center, and kitchenette on the ground level. The huge walk-in laundry room with cabinetry is also on the ground level. Two large bedrooms also share an oversized full bathroom on the ground level. The mid-level features an inviting entry foyer, transoms over the bedroom doors, two spacious bedrooms with a shared bathroom, a massive ensuite that overlooks the ocean and has a generous seating area, a large walk-in closet, a huge bathroom with his and her sinks, jet tub, and a walk-in shower. The home's top level features an expansive great room with beamed cathedral ceilings and sweeping views of the Atlantic. The stone fireplace was hand-crafted floor to ceiling and is a masterpiece. The top-level ship's watch has a wet bar and beautiful woodwork. Recent updates include new hot water heaters, new trex decks and handrails, exterior paint, new HVAC units.
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Tucked away on a serene hillside CUL-DE-SAC in the coveted OLD NAGS HEAD COVE community, this exceptional property is a MUST-SEE! Elevated on a bluff, it boasts breathtaking PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE ROANOKE SOUND and the historic shores of Roanoke Island. At 21 FEET ABOVE SEA LEVEL, the expansive second-level screened porch—accessible from the dining room, living room, and kitchen—offers an ideal spot to take in the stunning scenery. For an even more unforgettable experience, step into the ELEVATOR and head up to the third-level deck to enjoy spectacular sunsets and the mesmerizing night sky of the Outer Banks. And to top it off, you’ll have a front-row seat to the 4th of July fireworks show, with perfect views of Manteo, Nags Head, and Kill Devil Hills displays. Impeccably maintained by its original owners, this charming classic saltbox was built in 1989 by Jeffrey Haskett, owner of Haskett Homes, Inc. In 2017, Haskett Homes completely renovated and expanded the property, bringing it to its impressive 2,544 square feet. Starting at the top, LEVEL 3 boasts thoughtfully designed spaces, including an expanded en-suite bedroom with a double walk-in tiled shower, a walk-in closet, and private access to the sundeck. A second en-suite bedroom with a skylight offers additional comfort, and a spacious office with an elevator provides access to all three levels. From the office, step outside onto the sundeck for stunning views of the sound. Upon re-entering the home, a welcoming loft with a sofa bed and TV rounds out the level 3 features. As you walk along the balcony overlooking the open and airy living and dining areas on LEVEL 2, you descend into a completely open floor plan that sets the stage for entertaining and lovely family gatherings. The flow into the fully updated kitchen is seamless. A CHEF’S DREAM, the kitchen features custom cabinetry, modern stainless steel appliances, a wall oven, a large island, a pantry, and an additional storage room. Level 2 also features a bedroom with a full bath that conveniently serves the living areas. LEVEL 1 is accessible via the interior spiral staircase next to the elevator or through the dry entry in the carport. This level features a cozy bedroom with two double bunks, a full bath, and a spacious laundry room with a washer, dryer, and chest freezer - all new in the 2017 renovation. From the back door, step out onto a ground-level patio and enjoy a large outdoor shower, perfect for rinsing off after a day at the beach or a visit to the community soundfront pool. The front carport offers ample space for two vehicles and includes a generous storage room that doubles as a storage shed. Adjacent to the carport is a WHOLE-HOUSE GENERAC GENERATOR fueled by the seller-owned 250-gallon propane tank, also fueling the TANKLESS ON-DEMAND RENAI WATER HEATER. The home’s layout is well-designed, with multiple staircases providing easy access to decks and entries both front and rear. The newly landscaped yard, complete with terraced garden boxes, offers a lovely setting for outdoor entertaining or a peaceful summer garden retreat. Please refer to the SELLER UPGRADES in the associated documents for a complete list of over $300,000 in improvements made since 2017. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to view a beautifully maintained, move-in-ready, furnished home in the heart of Nags Head. Schedule your appointment today! Take 30 seconds out of your day to enjoy the sound-side views from the video by pasting this link into your browser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxsntO5Hdck THANK YOU!
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VERY WELL MAINTAINED! SEMI-OCEANFRONT! GORGEOUS PANORAMIC VIEWS FROM THE ROOF TOP DECK! IDEAL LAYOUT! Experience the Outer Banks lifestyle in this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home w/ LOTS OF UPDATES over the last few years, perfectly situated just a SHORT WALK FROM THE BEACH. With an ideal floor plan, refreshing coastal charm and abundant outdoor living spaces this property is a great rental or second home! The top level boasts a bright and airy open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with abundant natural light creating a welcoming space to gather, plus a convenient half bath and a spacious primary bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. On the mid-level, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms. YOU WILL LOVE ALL THE DECK SPACE! Multiple decks, on both levels, oceanside and soundside, offer more than enough space! Take in the breathtaking ocean views from the rooftop deck, gather with everyone on the back deck while the sun sets, get away with a book on the screened in porch or the mid-level hammock, enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning watching the sunrise off the living room deck. And if that's not enough...your PRIVATE POOL awaits to relax in after a long beach day. The community also offers a community pool and tennis courts. Plus, you're just minutes from some of the area’s best attractions! Walk to the beach access just a few lots down, enjoy a casual waterfront dinner at Fish Heads Bar & Grille at the Outer Banks Fishing Pier. Explore Jennette’s Pier, the NC Aquarium, outlet shopping, local dining hotspots like Miller’s and Sugar Creek, jet skiing, putt-putt and historic Manteo. And if you're in the mood for a little adventure, this location provides easy access to the secluded beaches of Hatteras Island. With already 13 weeks booked this year and a rental projection of $80K this is an investment opportunity not to be missed!
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This welcoming semi-oceanfront home provides comfortable spaces, popular amenities, strong rental history, ocean-to-sound views, and it can easily be customized to your liking! The layout includes an open great room, 8 bedrooms, 5 full baths, a mid-level sitting area, and a ground-level game room. LEVEL 1: Game room (pool table, mounted flatscreen TV, and 2 drink ledges with bar seating), king bedroom, queen bedroom, duo bunk bedroom #1, duo bunk bedroom #2, two full bathrooms, and access to rear pool area. LEVEL 2: Mid-level sitting area (sofa, table and chairs, TV and microwave), three queen bedrooms (two share Jack 'n Jill bathroom and two have access to ocean-facing deck), hallway full bath, utility room, and ocean-facing covered decks with picnic table. LEVEL 3: Great room with ocean views and access to oceanside sun deck (rear deck stairs lead to roof level deck with bench seating and panoramic ocean and sound views), dining area (two tables with seating for 14), kitchen (island with storage and bar seating for 5, granite countertops, cabinets with soft close drawers, two refrigerators, dishwasher, range/stove, and microwave), bedroom (full size futon, rear deck access and sound view), and full hallway bath. This property's owners and guests can access popular private and Association outdoor amenities including: PRIVATE - refreshing pool, soothing hot tub, outdoor seating and dining, gas grill, outdoor shower, and basketball goal & ASSOCIATION - outdoor swimming pool, outdoor tennis courts, and gazebo. (South Creek Acres Homeowners Assn: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067330895417)
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Welcome to 3318 S. Wrightsville Avenue, a custom-built 5-bd, 5.5-ba home, just 230 yards from beach access, with ocean views, pool & spa, rec / billiard room, mid-level sitting area, loft, fenced yard, all in the sweetest spot of Nags Head. This amply named "Mi Casa, Su Casa" property features unique upscale finishes throughout, offering a stylish feel, and a 3,140sf floorplan design that provides spacious living areas & comfortable sized bedrooms. Expansive open and covered decking, with Ocean Views from inside and out. The private saltwater pool & hot tub area is the perfect retreat for relaxing after a day at the beach, and the decking, rec room, and common areas provide spaces for all the friends you'll have! The top floor provides a large open great room with soaring ceilings, a beautiful double sided gas fireplace with faux stone surround, builts in's, extra transom windows, providing a comfortable area to relax. The home is set in a tranquil, treed environment surrounded by beautiful live oaks, within the high quality Old Nags Head Place community, with attractive surrounding homes, on a large 15,000sf homesite, and the fenced yard adds extra space already set up for family and pets. Located in one of the best spots in Nags Head, this home is within walking distance to the area’s most iconic restaurants, Dowdy Park, NH pier, shops, and grocery...all via quiet back roads. Hardwood floors and stairs, with custom metal balusters, tiled floors, upscale cooks' kitchen with silestone counters & gas range, custom tile shower, attractive furnishings and decor, comprehensive electronics package, ample deck and pool furniture with many composite pieces, quality window treatments including plantation shutters, propane plumbed to top deck, stampcrete driveway accents, 3 interior & 1 exterior owners storage areas, and more. Meeting all the needs of vacationers, this home provides consistent rental income ($59k-$62k in 2024), solid 2025 rentals on the books, with perfect timing for a new Buyer. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to stake your claim of paradise in Nags Head! Additional photos & floorplans: https://listings.jonathanclarkphoto.com/sites/gegggkb/unbranded
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Own a piece of Nags Head history. This oceanfront parcel in the historic district of Nags Head contains 2 homes. The "little" house is 682 sq foot with 1 bedroom kitchen living room combo bathroom and office area. This house has a new roof, windows and HVAC. Most of the house was rewired including a new sub panel and replumbed. Appliances are 3 years old. The "Big" house is 5 bedrooms 2 1/2 baths. The roof on this house is 5 years old HVAC was installed in 2024. It is a zoned system. Most of the house has been rewired and the electric panel was updated. Appliances are new. Windows are new in 2025. The property allows you to rent either house and use the other for family and friends or rent both. Enjoy the ocean breeze from the wrap around covered deck on the big house or watch the hang gliders soar over Jockeys Ridge.
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The evolution of OBX vacations started on the shores of Nags Head. From the wealthy planters of yore to today's happy vacationers, Nags Head was and is a destination. You have probably found this page because you are considering purchasing a beach house in Nags Head. This is your lucky day, because on this page you can find every home, condo, and piece of land that is for sale in Nags Head.

Nags Head is the southern most town on the Outer Banks, north of Oregon Inlet. Bordered by The Atlantic Ocean on the east and the Roanoke Sound on the west and the town of Kill Devil Hills to the north and Cape Hatteras National Seashore as the southern neighbor. 3/4 of Nags Head borders are on Nature consisting of either the Atlantic Ocean. the Roanoke Sound or Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The town is comprised of roughly 60 subdivisions/communities containing a combined total of 6400 parcels of which 1,000+- are still vacant (as of 2-1-16). The US Census Bureau indicates a year round population of 2,800 residents, underscoring the popularity of 2nd home ownership with out of sate owners.

Nags Head has 20 public ocean access areas and 4 public sound access areas, all with free parking, including the sound beach at Jockeys Ridge State Park. The oceanfront beach is open to the public and you can walk from one end of town to the other along the ocean's edge and never cross private property.

To help make it easier for you, we have sorted the properties for sale in Nags Head into convenient categories like investment homes, condos, vacant land, oceanfront houses, houses located on the sound and for the boaters there is even a section for canalfront homes in Nags Head.

Nags Head Subdivisions