You can’t go wrong with this 4th row deal!

July 29, 2014 By Ilona
936 Whalehead Drive, Corolla, NC 27927

936 Whalehead Drive
Corolla, NC
MLS# 84585

What a house! This home has it all. HUGE game room on the ground floor with wet bar and refrigerator. Nice sitting area, 2 bedrooms and full bath on the ground floor. Large outdoor pool with all day sun. The second floor has 4 more bedrooms and a tv room. Top floor master bedroom with very large and OPEN living room with dining area, countertop bar and full kitchen. Enjoy a screened porch on the back of the home and volleyball area. Wide open sun decks with lots of seating and very nice ocean view. Solid rental history. A lot of house for the money. You can’t go wrong with this 4th row deal!

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New Price For 738 Cormorant Court!!

July 28, 2014 By Ilona

738 Cormorant Court New Price

738 Cormorant Court
Corolla, NC

MLS #82055

Nothing is even close to this absolutely charming home tucked into the corner of a quiet cul de sac. Enjoy the surprisingly short walk to the beach through the convenient walkway. You’ll love the hot tub as well as the 11 x 23 private pool.

Perfect for family and friends or as a rental!!
Steady rental income of over $28,000 per year!!

The deck space on two levels of the home is perfect for shade, sun or
just to enjoy a glass of wine after a day of relaxing at the beach.

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July Update for the Outer Banks

July 25, 2014 By Ilona

We are half way through the season and the traffic is an unkind reminder. Saturdays have been a bear for sure. The weather has been quite pleasant for the most part. With the exception of good old Arthur swinging through over the 4th! The beaches north of Oregon Inlet were spared from any major damage. Not even an evacuation! That was odd for sure.

There are a few noteworthy topics this month. 

Mid-Currituck Bridge – After months and months of silence on this topic there’s been a few rumblings. Not good news at all, even though two local Reps are staying positive, it’s an unlikely project to be revived any time soon.

You be the judge – Article 1 and Article 2:

Insurance for NC – Unless you act today, thousands of NC property owners could continue to face sharp increases in their insurance rates, as much as 35% for barrier islands and 25% statewide. The North Carolina General Assembly is considering a bill right now that would protect them. It would create transparency, accuracy, and fairness in the insurance rate-setting process. The House passed the bill unanimously, and now it’s time for the Senate to take action. Please contact NC State Senator immediately and request a vote on HB 519, Property Insurance Rate-Making Reform.

Click here for more info.

Market Update – Not much has changed since last month. Activity is strong, while prices continue to be affected by the large inventory numbers. Average days on the market is still over 200 days for most areas. The month’s supply of inventory for most locations is at least 12 months with Duck showing 18 and Corolla at a whopping 30 months. What does this mean? It means we are still recovering. This is not a short term process.

I’m putting together a special email with a full Fall Forecast for the Outer Banks Market. If you want to receive the Fall Forecast, email me at [email protected] with the words “Fall Forecast”. 

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Close Beach Time Fun at this Amazing Corolla Location!

July 24, 2014 By Ilona

946 Whalehead Drive, Corolla, NC 27927This home has an amazing location right on the corner of the walkway straight to the beach. The home sits back off the road with a volleyball court in front and private pool and hot tub in back. There are three entry ways – a covered door, one from the north side and also from the back of the home. Three of the four bedrooms on the lower level have access to a deck facing east. The top floor master has a private deck as well. Enjoy top floor deck space on the east and west side of the home. Newer carpet and furniture as well as meticulous maintenance by the owner make this a must see.

MLS# 82489        $510,000

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Watch Summer Sunsets from Your Deck in Duck!

July 18, 2014 By Ilona

197 Schooner Drive Duck NCThis home is in top condition and will make an excellent second home in a most desirable neighborhood!

$747,500     MLS# 84094

What a cream puff. Enter on the first floor to 2 large bedrooms, game room and full bathroom. The bunk room is a child’s dream.

With three sets of bunks, plenty of floor play room and very fun decor they are sure to have a fantastic time. You can also enter the home from the second level into a media/tv sitting area. There are 3 bedrooms on the mid level with one full master and another hall bathroom. Each bedroom has deck access.
You can also exit the back of the home to a deck with staircase to the pool area. On the top level you’ll find an open and very bright great room, kitchen, dining room and ship’s watch. The expansive east facing decks offer wonderful sunrises and ocean views! Finishing out the top floor is a lovely master bedroom with full bath and jetted tub. The entire house has been newly painted, fresh carpet, all new furniture and decor, new flooring in the kitchen, new granite countertop island, new HVAC units in 2012, pool liner in 2013, bathroom floors 2011, new stove and microwave 2013, hot tub motor rebuilt 2014, new king mattresses in 2014.

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New Price for 756 Mariner Drive, Corolla, NC!!!!

July 16, 2014 By Ilona

New Price for 375 Mariner

756 Mariner Dr.
Corolla, NC

Was $399,900 NOW $375,000
MLS# 82451

This home is so bright and beautifully decorated. You’ll enjoy the short walk to the beach, unobstructed ocean views, ample deck space on both levels, three separate living rooms/dens, wide open kitchen, fireplace, 5 spacious bedrooms and great memories for your family to make.

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Summer Fun Awaits at this “Sunflower” Cottage in Corolla!

July 15, 2014 By Ilona

Ready for Summer Fun on the Outer Banks!

Great Price AND Available to Lease for Summer Fun!

Actual ocean views, nice deck space, screened porch, sunny and bright interior, top floor bedroom, easy flow floor plan, awesome community amenities, hot tub, bright open kitchen, ground floor entrance, cul de sac location, laminate wood floors and a fantastic price round out the benefits of the “Sunflower” beach cottage. MLS# 77980

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This Cottage is Ready to Entertain in Corolla!

July 10, 2014 By Ilona

738 Cormorant Court, Corolla, NC 27927738 Cormorant Court, Corolla

$379,000   MLS# 82055

Absolutely charming home tucked into the corner of a quiet cul de sac. Enjoy the surprisingly short walk to the beach through the convenient walkway. You’ll love the hot tub as well as the 11×23 private pool.  This cottage is perfect for your family and friends. The pool deck provides ample space for sunning or entertaining. The kitchen is open and bright.

The deck space on two levels of the home is perfect for shade, sun or
just to enjoy a glass of wine after a day of relaxing at the beach.

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Make Summer Memories in this Home in Corolla!

July 8, 2014 By Ilona

756 Mariner Drive, Corolla, NC 27949

756 Mariner Dr.
Corolla, NC

$399,900

MLS# 82451

This home is so bright and beautifully decorated. You’ll enjoy the short walk to the beach, unobstructed ocean views, ample deck space on both levels, three separate living rooms/dens, wide open kitchen, fireplace, 5 spacious bedrooms and great memories for your family to make.

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Spend Summers Next to your Private pool and Hot Tub in Corolla!

July 3, 2014 By Ilona

946 Whalehead Drive, Corolla, NC 27927This home has an amazing location right on the corner of the walkway straight to the beach. The home sits back off the road with a volleyball court in front and private pool and hot tub in back. There are three entry ways – a covered door, one from the north side and also from the back of the home. Three of the four bedrooms on the lower level have access to a deck facing east. The top floor master has a private deck as well. Enjoy top floor deck space on the east and west side of the home. Newer carpet and furniture as well as meticulous maintenance by the owner make this a must see.

MLS# 82489        $529,000

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