Whether you are looking for the perfect year round residence, vacation home or investment opportunity, look no further than "On The Rocks". This absolutely charming OCEAN FRONT 3 bedroom/2 full bath traditional with an additional sitting room will steal you heart!! Revel in your absolutely breathtaking views. Soothe away your worries in the hot tub to the sound of the surf and the glow of Hatteras Island’s largest nightlight, the historic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Watch for dolphins from the upper level deck, which offers fantastic views of the waves. A private walkway to the beach is perfect for quick and easy surf fishing, tanning, or just splashing in the waves. Relax under the stars around the beautiful custom fire pit. From the open first floor living/dining/kitchen area to the second level sitting room to the loft bedroom - this home offers unique features and views, views VIEWS!! No wonder "On The Rocks" is such a solid rental performer with more than $59K in rents for 2021 and more than $48K already booked for 2022!! This is an opportunity you do NOT want to miss. Get ready for life "On The Rocks". .. come and visit today!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
10,000 sq ftLot Size
Listed by Trisha Midgett• Midgett Realty - Rodanthe
Bought with Claudia Denelsbeck Laskow• Hatteras Realty by Casago LLC
Great opportunity to secure this unique oceanfront home in Buxton. Simple, yet comfortable floor plan, with stunning views looking Cape Point and Cape Hatteras lighthouse.
Public Records
Nov 15, 2004
Sold
$770,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,473 (+1.6%)
$115,400 + $136,500
$251,900
2024
$4,403 (+0.2%)
$519,200 + $272,900
$792,100
2023
$4,396 (+1.3%)
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2022
$4,341 (+1.3%)
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2021
$4,286 (+0.2%)
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2020
$4,278 (+25.1%)
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2019
$3,420
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2018
$3,420 (−0.2%)
$227,000 + $130,900
$357,900
2017
$3,426 (+4.6%)
$227,000 + $130,900
$357,900
2016
$3,274 (+38.6%)
$227,000 + $130,900
$357,900
2014
$2,363
$227,000 + $130,900
$357,900
Tax history for 46285 Old Lighthouse Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,473 (+1.6%)
$115,400 + $136,500
$251,900
2024
$4,403 (+0.2%)
$519,200 + $272,900
$792,100
2023
$4,396 (+1.3%)
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2022
$4,341 (+1.3%)
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2021
$4,286 (+0.2%)
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2020
$4,278 (+25.1%)
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2019
$3,420
$329,100 + $212,000
$541,100
2018
$3,420 (−0.2%)
$227,000 + $130,900
$357,900
2017
$3,426 (+4.6%)
$227,000 + $130,900
$357,900
2016
$3,274 (+38.6%)
$227,000 + $130,900
$357,900
2014
$2,363
$227,000 + $130,900
$357,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
10,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dare County
APN
023844000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved, Underground
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned