Welcome to this gorgeously updated 6-bedroom, 3 full bath coastal home in Carolina Beach, offering extensive renovations inside and out. The exterior features a new GAF Camelot II designer roof installed to fortified specifications, fresh exterior paint, new gutters, mostly new windows, new deck handrails, new zoysia sod, a newly poured driveway, and one of HVAC units is new including the air handler and ductwork. Inside, enjoy new LVP flooring, a fully remodeled kitchen with new appliances, floating shelves, tile backsplash, soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, and a farmhouse sink. The bathrooms have also been completely updated with tile showers (first floor and primary suite), a soaking tub in the primary bath, new vanities, and modern plumbing fixtures. Additional updates include a new Rinnai propane tankless water heater, new interior paint throughout, new light fixtures and ceiling fans, new interior doors, modern trim molding, and a new washer and dryer. This property also includes 195 sq ft of unpermitted ground-level space, which includes the 6th bedroom and a bonus room. If included, the home would offer a total of 2,693 heated sq ft (buyer to verify). Located in desirable Carolina Sands offering a community clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, and private beach access, this home delivers the full coastal lifestyle experience. Move-in ready and beautifully refreshed!
For sale
Price cut: $9.9K (3/11)
$925,000
917 Riptide Lane, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
6beds
2,693sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$901,700 Zestimate®
$343/sqft
$39/mo HOA
What's special
Modern plumbing fixturesModern trim moldingNewly poured drivewayNew deck handrailsNew interior paint throughoutNew vanitiesGranite countertops
- 121 days |
- 1,612 |
- 59 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 21, 2026 at 05:40am
Listed by:
Greg Barber 910-228-7925,
Barber Realty Group Inc.
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100542727
Originating MLS: Inc.
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 15.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 12.9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 12.3
Bedroom 4
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 12.9
Bedroom 5
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 11.9
Bedroom 6
- Description: Unpermitted
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 12.2
Bonus room
- Description: Unpermitted
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7.6 x 15.1
Dining room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 12.2
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 14.4
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 12.4
Living room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,498
- Total interior livable area: 2,693 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Privacy,Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 4,791.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 102
Details
- Parcel number: R09013001188000
- Zoning: R-1B
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Other, Pilings
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Carolina Sands
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Access, Clubhouse, Pool, Picnic Area, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
- HOA fee: $468 annually
- HOA name: Carolina Sands HOA
- HOA phone: 458-0716
Location
- Region: Carolina Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $343/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $668,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,992
- Date on market: 11/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 121 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$901,700
$857,000 - $947,000
$3,379/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/11/2026 | Price change | $925,000-1.1%$343/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Price change | $934,900-1.6%$347/sqft |
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| 11/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $949,900+60.2%$353/sqft |
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| 1/6/2025 | Sold | $593,000-4.4%$220/sqft |
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| 12/6/2024 | Contingent | $620,000$230/sqft |
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| 10/30/2024 | Price change | $620,000-8.8%$230/sqft |
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| 10/15/2024 | Price change | $680,000-2.2%$253/sqft |
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| 9/25/2024 | Price change | $695,000-3.5%$258/sqft |
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| 8/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $720,000+118.8%$267/sqft |
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| 12/7/2016 | Sold | $329,000-4.6%$122/sqft |
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| 10/3/2016 | Listed for sale | $345,000+24.5%$128/sqft |
Source: BlueCoast Realty Corporation #100031416 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2013 | Sold | $277,000-2.8%$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2013 | Price change | $285,000-5%$106/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty Corp #484214 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2013 | Price change | $299,900-4.8%$111/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty #484214 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2012 | Listed for sale | $315,000+5%$117/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2012 | Listing removed | $299,900$111/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty Corp #479529 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2012 | Listed for sale | $299,900$111/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty #479529 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,992 -1.7% | $668,400 +50.4% |
| 2024 | $3,043 +3% | $444,300 |
| 2023 | $2,955 -0.7% | $444,300 |
| 2022 | $2,977 -2.9% | $444,300 |
| 2021 | $3,066 +8.8% | $444,300 +26.1% |
| 2020 | $2,818 | $352,300 |
| 2019 | $2,818 | $352,300 |
| 2018 | $2,818 +2.6% | $352,300 |
| 2017 | $2,748 +13.9% | $352,300 +25.2% |
| 2016 | $2,414 +6.1% | $281,300 |
| 2015 | $2,276 +21.8% | $281,300 +18.7% |
| 2014 | $1,869 | $236,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $236,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $236,900 -33.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $356,951 |
| 2010 | -- | $356,951 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $165,437 |
| 2004 | -- | $165,437 +11.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $148,537 |
| 2002 | -- | $148,537 |
| 2001 | -- | $148,537 |
| 2000 | -- | $148,537 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,956/mo
Principal & interest
$4539
Property taxes
$378
HOA Fees
$39
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28428
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Carolina Beach ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Charles P Murray MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 5/10Eugene Ashley HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carolina Beach
- Middle: Murray
- High: Ashley
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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