131 Purdie Drive

Emerald Isle, NC
$ 775,000 Beds 3 Baths 2 Sq 1,579
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Once in a great while, an opportunity arises to own an oceanside home in Emerald Isle—this is one of them. This exceptionally maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath Sandpiper-style cottage has remained in the seller's family since its original construction and reflects years of thoughtful care and pride of ownership. Ideally positioned stretching from Purdie Drive to Emerald Drive, the property offers direct access to the island's bike path, making it easy to walk or ride anywhere up and down the island. Inside, the home features a spacious great room that seamlessly connects to an oversized sunroom and den—an addition that must be seen to fully appreciate how naturally the layout flows for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is designed for gathering, with a generous bar area and large pantry, perfect for hosting family and friends. The main living level includes a private en-suite bedroom and convenient handicap ramp access to the primary entrance. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath and are connected by an open staircase overlooking the main living space. A detached garage adds even more value, offering a large laundry area, two-car parking, and a finished second-level space ideal for storage, a home office, or future customization. This rare Emerald Isle offering combines location, history, and functionality—an oceanside retreat ready for its next chapter.

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  • Price
  • $ 775,000
  • City
  • Emerald Isle
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • CARTERET
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Oakland Hills
  • Lot Size
  • 0.34 Acres
  • Zip
  • 28594
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,579
  • Year Built
  • 1980
  • Taxes
  • $ 2374
  • Style
  • Single Family Residence
  • MLS#
  • 100553016
Listed By: Emerald Isle Realty
Data Source: Carteret County Association of REALTORS® (CCAR) - NCRMLS

Features

General

Living Area 1579.0
Heating Propane,Heat Pump,Fireplace Insert,Electric
Cooling Wall/Window Unit(s),Heat Pump
Utilities Cable Available,Water Connected
Possession Subject To Tenant Rights
Roof Shingle
Appliances Built-In Microwave,Washer,Refrigerator,Range,Dryer,Dishwasher,Electric Range
Zoning R2
Garage Spaces 2.0
Patio/Porch Features Open,Deck,Side Porch
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame
Year Built 1980
View None
Levels One and One Half
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
Taxes 2374.91
Parcel Number 539306498648000
County Carteret
Operating Expense 0.0
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
In City Limits? (Y/N) Yes
HOA No
Attached Garage No
Subdivision Name Oakland Hills
Garage Y/N Yes
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions HWY 24 to HWY 58; South across bridge to Emerald Isle; Follow Emerald Drive (HWY 58) to James Drive; Right on Jame Drive and then 1st Right onto Purdie Drive; 1st driveway on right
High School Croatan
City Emerald Isle
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 14810.0
Carport Spaces 0.0
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School White Oak Elementary
Property Attached Y/N No
Land Lease Y/N No
Home Warranty Y/N No
Middle/Junior High School Broad Creek
Lease Considered Y/N No
Structure Type Wood Frame,Stick Built
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 391467
Tax Lot L3
Legal Description L3 BA B31 OAKLAND HILLS

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Solid Surface,Ceiling Fan(s),Furnished,Pantry,Walk-in Shower,Blinds/Shades,Gas Log
Basement None
Flooring LVT/LVP
Furnished Y/N Furnished
Water Heater Electric
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Gas Log
Master Bed Level Primary Living Area
Total Stories 2
Basement (Y/N) No
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Laundry Features In Garage
Total Bedrooms 3
Entry Level 1
Room Type Living Room,Dining Room,Dining Area,Bedroom 1,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Sunroom,Den
Unit Type 3 Bedroom
Total Baths 2
Living Area Range 1400 - 1599
SmokingYN No

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Outdoor Shower,Gas Grill
Exterior Finish Vinyl Siding
Fencing None
Parking Features Garage Faces Side,Detached,Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Paved,Garage
Lot Features Ocean Side
Water Source Public
Total Parking 2.0
Lot Size Area 0.34
Foundation Details Slab,Crawl Space
Spa No
Building Area Total 1579.0
Lot Dimensions 75 x 202 x 75 x 200
Lot Size Acres 0.34
Road Surface Type Paved
Frontage Type See Remarks
Waterfront Y/N No
Road Frontage Type Maintained,City Street,State Road,Paved
Crops Included Y/N No
Horse Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Morehead City, NC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School White Oak Elementary
Middle School Broad Creek Middle School
High School Croatan High School

Price History

2/5/2026 Listed $775,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 28594

Price
AVG $1.69M
$780K
Taxes
AVG $4,009
$2,374
Year Built
AVG 1999
1980
Visits
AVG 206
297
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131 Purdie Drive Emerald Isle, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $775000 with 1579 sqft and a lot size of 0.34 Acres Acre(s). 131 Purdie Drive Emerald Isle has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1980. The property's zip code is 28594 which is in Emerald Isle, NC

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