For sale

$2,500,000

Est. $16,432/mo —

•

3,651

sq ft

9711 Dolphin Ridge Rd, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

About this home

Welcome to Once Upon a Time - Your Ultimate Beach Retreat with Private Pool and Direct Beach Access Nestled in the highly desirable Dolphin Ridge community, Once Upon a Time offers breathtaking ocean views, ample living space, and easy beach access, making it the perfect destination for families looking for the ultimate coastal escape. The second floor offers an expansive, open-concept living area where you can unwind and enjoy the panoramic ocean views through large windows. The fully equipped kitchen features updated appliances and sleek granite countertops, perfect for preparing meals. The adjoining dining area and cozy living room are ideal for gatherings or quiet evenings. On the third floor, the oceanfront primary suites provide the ultimate in comfort and privacy. Each suite is furnished with a luxurious King-sized bed, a private bathroom, and its own private balcony--ideal for watching the waves and enjoying the salty breeze. A recreation room can be found on the ground level with some extra flex space.

Single-familyProperty Type

1999Year Built

0.42 acresLot Size

$685Price/Sq.Ft.

$65/moHOA Dues

2 car garageParking

Listed by Judy O'Neill • Spinnaker's Reach

Listing updated: Aug 23, 2026 at 12:06pm

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:Hive MLS #100597763

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$16,432 per month

Principal and interest$12,477

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

White Oak Elementary

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi

10/10

Broad Creek Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.5mi

7/10

Croatan High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi

9/10

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9711 Dolphin Ridge Rd · $2,500,000

Strong offer

$2.5M and above

75% chance or better to win

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Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Elevator
Ceiling fans
Window coverings
Furnished
Fireplace

Bathrooms
Six full bathrooms

Kitchen
Electric oven
Self-cleaning oven
Refrigerator
Dishwasher

Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Electric water heater

Flooring
Carpet
Tile

Heating & cooling
Heat pump
Electric heating
Fireplace insert
Zoned heating
Central air
Zoned cooling

Sale and tax history for 9711 Dolphin Ridge Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,927 (+6.4%)

$891,402 + $1,237,706

$2,129,108

2024

$7,449 (+1.2%)

$891,402 + $1,237,706

$2,129,108

2023

$7,361 (+2.1%)

$758,381 + $535,340

$1,293,721

2022

$7,211 (+2.0%)

$758,381 + $535,340

$1,293,721

2021

$7,072 (+0.1%)

$758,381 + $535,340

$1,293,721

2020

$7,062 (+72.4%)

$758,381 + $535,340

$1,293,721

2019

$4,095

$758,381 + $535,340

$1,293,721

2018

$4,095

$758,381 + $557,894

$1,316,275

2017

$4,095

$758,381 + $557,894

$1,316,275

2016

$4,095 (+3.3%)

$758,381 + $557,894

$1,316,275

2015

$3,963 (−1.3%)

$758,381 + $557,894

$1,316,275

2014

$4,015

$688,407 + $645,129

$1,333,536

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

75 ft.

Lot depth

156 ft.

Lot size

0.44 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

4,155

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

4,155

Year built

1999

Style

Other

County

Carteret County

APN

537316936894000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 17, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

9/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

9/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Redfin Estimate for 9711 Dolphin Ridge Rd

$2,423,771

$76K under list price of $2.50M

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Rental earnings

Est. $11,017 per month, based on comparable rentals

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