Top-Floor Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA - Fully Furnished | Sound of the Sea 612, Emerald Isle, NC
Rare 6th-floor (true top-floor) condo at the highly desirable Sound of the Sea oceanfront complex - 8801 Reed Drive Unit 612. The moment you step inside, jaw-dropping, unobstructed Atlantic Ocean views stretch as far as the eye can see.
Sold fully furnished and turn-key - ready for immediate enjoyment or rentals!
What everyone is searching for:
True direct oceanfront
Top floor = maximum privacy, vaulted ceilings, and the absolute best views in the building
Large private covered balcony with sweeping views of the ocean and the community pool below
Proven rental income property in one of Emerald Isle's most popular complexes
Bright, open living area with walls of windows framing endless water vistas
Two spacious bedrooms + two full baths
Elevator building, assigned parking, on-site management
Complex amenities include oceanfront pool, private beach access, tennis/pickleball courts, and more.
Whether you want your own slice of paradise, a weekend getaway, or a strong-performing Crystal Coast investment property, this fully-furnished, top-floor oceanfront condo checks every box. Dolphins at sunrise, beach days steps away, and sunset cocktails on your private balcony at sunset.
Top-floor oceanfront units at Sound of the Sea rarely hit the market - don't wait!
For sale
Price cut: $10K (2/18)
$585,000
8801 Reed Drive #612, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
2beds
990sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1986
-- sqft lot
$567,200 Zestimate®
$591/sqft
$1,021/mo HOA
What's special
Vaulted ceilingsTrue direct oceanfront
- 126 days |
- 614 |
- 34 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 01, 2026 at 03:51pm
Listed by:
Ryan Ayre 252-241-4922,
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100544283
Originating MLS: Carteret County Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Primary Living Area
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: In Hall
Features
- Elevator, Furnished, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: See Remarks
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 990
- Total interior livable area: 990 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, Secured, On Site, Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: shared parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Open, Covered, Deck, Balcony
- Pool features: In Ground, See Remarks
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Water
- Waterfront features: Deeded Beach Access, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Water Rights, Waterfront, Water Access Comm, Ocean Front
- Frontage type: Oceanfront
Lot
- Features: Deeded Beach Access, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Water Rights, Deeded Waterfront, Ocean Side, Water Access Comm
Details
- Parcel number: 538311662110017
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Steel Siding, Stucco
- Foundation: Other, See Remarks, Pilings
- Roof: Tar/Gravel
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Lights
- Subdivision: Sound Of The Sea
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Waterfront Community, Basketball Court, Pool, Elevator(s), Gated, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Roads, Maintenance Structure, Management, Master Insure, Pickleball, RV Parking, Tennis Court(s)
- HOA fee: $12,254 annually
- HOA name: Cams
- HOA phone: 252-247-3101
Location
- Region: Emerald Isle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $591/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $485,608
- Annual tax amount: $2,221
- Date on market: 12/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 126 days
- Listing agreement: Blanket Listing Agreement
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$567,200
$539,000 - $596,000
$2,137/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $585,000-1.7%$591/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Price change | $595,000-1.7%$601/sqft |
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| 12/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $605,000+61.5%$611/sqft |
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| 9/27/2019 | Sold | $374,500-6.4%$378/sqft |
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| 9/10/2019 | Pending sale | $400,000$404/sqft |
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| 9/10/2019 | Listed for sale | $400,000$404/sqft |
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| 8/19/2019 | Pending sale | $400,000$404/sqft |
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| 5/4/2019 | Price change | $400,000-2%$404/sqft |
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| 2/27/2019 | Price change | $408,000-1.7%$412/sqft |
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| 11/12/2018 | Listed for sale | $415,000$419/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,221 +4.1% | $361,080 |
| 2023 | $2,133 +2.7% | $361,080 |
| 2022 | $2,077 +2.3% | $361,080 |
| 2021 | $2,031 +0.5% | $361,080 |
| 2020 | $2,021 +90.5% | $361,080 +7% |
| 2019 | $1,061 | $337,500 |
| 2017 | $1,061 | $337,500 |
| 2016 | $1,061 | $337,500 |
| 2015 | $1,061 +3.3% | $337,500 +15.5% |
| 2014 | $1,028 | $292,248 |
| 2013 | -- | $292,248 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | $445,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $445,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,108/mo
Principal & interest
$2858
HOA Fees
$1021
Property taxes
$229
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28594
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10White Oak ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Broad Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.3 mi
- 8/10Croatan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: White Oak Elementary
- Middle: Broad Creek
- High: Croatan
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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