1896 New River Inlet Road 1101

North Topsail Beach, NC 28460

$439,000

$375 per Sq.Ft.

Active
2 beds
2 baths
1170 Sq. Ft.
Residential
Built in 1984
MLS #100569136

2 beds

2 baths

1170 Sq. Ft.

Residential

Built in 1984

MLS #100569136

Set along the oceanfront in Shipwatch Villas, this fully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 full bathroom condo delivers the kind of effortless coastal lifestyle today's buyers are after. Whether you're seeking a personal retreat or a short-term rental opportunity, this property is already set up to do both seamlessly. Inside, you'll find a bright, open layout that showcases updated finishes and an easy flow from the kitchen into the living space, all leading to a private balcony where ocean views take center stage. The kitchen pairs style and function with butcher block countertops (freshly sealed in April 2026), a built-in microwave, range (replaced in 2025), dishwasher, and refrigerator. Tile flooring flows throughout the main living areas, complemented by durable LVP flooring in the bedrooms designed for both function and style. Meticulous care and well-planned improvements throughout create a strong sense of confidence for both homeowners and investors. Major improvements include a new water heater (2023), a new HVAC system (2025), and a Category 5-rated sliding glass door added in March 2025 - an important upgrade for coastal durability. Residents enjoy community amenities including a pool, picnic seating and a grilling area, and direct beach entry, while the HOA covers key items such as flood insurance, roof maintenance, a termite bond, water, sewer and trash services - making ownership refreshingly low-maintenance. First-floor unit with elevator and stair access from ground level From the peaceful beaches of North Topsail Beach to the laid-back energy of nearby Surf City and the historic charm of Wilmington, enjoy endless opportunities for dining, boating, shopping, and coastal adventures just minutes from your doorstep. Turnkey, income-ready, and ideally positioned on the coast, this is a property designed to work for you and be enjoyed the moment you arrive.

Interior Features

Total bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Full bathrooms

2 full bathrooms

Half bathrooms

0 half bathrooms

Kitchen appliances

Built-in microwave, washer, refrigerator, range, dryer, disposal, dishwasher

Interior features

Ceiling fan(s), furnished

Flooring

Lvt/lvp, tile

Cooling

Central air

Heating

Heat pump, electric

Exterior Features

Water front

Yes

Water features

Deeded beach access, ocean side, water access comm

Fencing

None

Exterior features

Wood siding

Roof

Shingle

HOA Information

HOA

Yes

HOA fees

$8,755.76

HOA amenities

Roof maintenance, waterfront community, barbecue, beach access, community pool, elevator(s), flood insurance, maint - comm areas, maint - grounds, management, master insure, picnic area, sewer, street lights, termite bond, trash, water

Utilities

Cable available, sewer connected, water connected

Schools

Elementary school

Dixon

Middle school

Dixon

High school

Dixon

Other Information

Tax assessed value

$340,000.00

Tax amount

$3,689.00

Tax year

2025

Zoning

R-5

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