GATED BEACH ACCESS WITH PARKING! Spacious Double Lot Home for Sale in Ocean Forest - 428 Holly Street, Emerald Isle, NC Experience coastal living on a rare double lot at this updated 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offering approximately 2,800 square feet of comfortable living space on 0.54 acres in the desirable Ocean Forest community along Emerald Isle's Crystal Coast. The standout double lot provides exceptional outdoor space, shaded by mature trees and complete with room for entertaining and family activities. Enjoy plenty of paved driveway parking, a 2-car attached garage with additional carport space, an outdoor shower, a storage shed, and a large screened-in porch featuring a relaxing hot tub--perfect for evening breezes and year-round enjoyment. Location perks make this property truly special: take a short walk to the public soundfront pier for fishing, kayaking, or simply enjoying serene waterfront views. For ocean days, gain convenient gated beach access with private parking and showers through the exclusive Ocean Forest HOA membership. IN THE HEART OF EMERALD ISLE! Restaurants, shopping, and all the best of Emerald Isle are just a quick stroll or golf cart ride away--ideal for both primary residences and vacation getaways on the Crystal Coast. Inside, the home offers versatile living with a game room complete with a pool table and brick fireplace, a flexible bonus room perfect for a home office or extra guests, a formal dining room, a welcoming kitchen, and a living area anchored by a second fireplace. Recent updates include new flooring, fresh paint throughout, updated lighting fixtures and ceiling fans (interior and exterior), a new oven, washer, dryer, hot water heater, HVAC, and a revamped irrigation and septic system. The roof was replaced in 2019, delivering modern comfort and peace of mind. If you're looking for an Emerald Isle home for sale on a spacious double lot with easy sound and gated beach access, this Crystal Coast property in Ocean Forest offers the perfect blend of privacy, convenience, and island lifestyle. Schedule your private tour of 428 Holly Street and see why this could be your next coastal oasis.
| MLS # | 100566494 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1978 |
| Days On Site | 131 |
| Listing Provided By | Landmark Sotheby's International Realty | Ryan Ayre |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,760 |
| Garage | 4 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Acreage | 0.54 |
| Water Front | Sound Side |
| Property View | None |
| Interior Features | Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Hot Tub, Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Heat Pump |
| Fireplaces Total | 2 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Room |
| Furnished | Unfurnished |
| Rooms Total | 0 |
| Exterior Features | Outdoor Shower, Irrigation System, Gas Log |
|---|---|
| Roof | Architectural Shingle |
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space |
| Lot Features | Sound Side |
| Waterfront Features | Sound Side |
| View | None |
| Construction Materials | Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Parking Features | Asphalt, Paved |
| Utilities | Water Available |
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| Tax Assessed Value | 747783 |
|---|---|
| Tax Book Number | 6 |
| Tax Legal Description | L 22 & 23 BC OCEAN FOREST |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Carteret |
| City | Emerald Isle |
| Zip Code | 28594 |
| Community Name | Ocean Forest |
| Elementary School | White Oak Elementary |
| High School | Croatan |
| Listing VS Median (in Ocean Forest) | |
Price: $875,000 low | high Med: $799,900 sqft: 2,760 low | high Med: 3,230 $ / sqft: $317 low | high Med: $248 On site: 131 low | high Med: 281 | |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Carteret |
| City | Emerald Isle |
| Zip Code | 28594 |
| Community Name | Ocean Forest |
| Elementary School | White Oak Elementary |
| High School | Croatan |
| Listing VS Median (in Ocean Forest) | |
Price: $875,000 low | high Med: $799,900 sqft: 2,760 low | high Med: 3,230 $ / sqft: $317 low | high Med: $248 On site: 131 low | high Med: 281 | |