Waterfront 1952 cottage on the Straits overlooking Harkers Island and Browns Island. Simplistic charm - perfect for vacation get away or a place to call home. This property offers Southern exposure on waterside, sunrises and beautiful sunsets. Bulkhead has recent been repaired in 2017, new roof in 2022, Outside Storage Shed. House is built on a slab and did not have any flooding with Hurricane Florence. Dock and boat lift can be installed with CAMA permit. Close to Cape Lookout National Seashore, Beaufort, nearby restaurants, marinas and public boat ramp. .
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Market trends in 28528, NC
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
97.6%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$262K
$58 MoM
Avg. days on market
17d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
0 MoM
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Sale history for 148 Down Home Rd
Date
Event
Price
Hive MLS #100374902
May 24, 2023
Sold
$399,000
$243/sq ft
Mar 24, 2023
Price Changed
$399,500
$243/sq ft
Mar 20, 2023
Listed
$414,000
$252/sq ft
Hive MLS #11305614
Sep 23, 2016
Sold
$185,000
$113/sq ft
Dec 2, 2013
Listed
$200,000
$122/sq ft
+10
Gorgeous southerly view of Brown's Island, Harker's island and the Straits. Bulk-headed waterfront lot. House needs some work but is livable. Would make a great weekend get away.
Hive MLS #11302522
Nov 3, 2013
Listing Removed
—
May 7, 2013
Listed
$310,000
$189/sq ft
Hive MLS #11204818
Apr 30, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 31, 2012
Listed
$330,000
$201/sq ft
Hive MLS #11203355
Oct 26, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jul 19, 2012
Listed
$350,000
$213/sq ft
Hive MLS #11104347
Jun 15, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Oct 20, 2011
Listed
$350,000
$213/sq ft
Hive MLS #11100412
Oct 11, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jan 24, 2011
Listed
$375,000
$228/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,300 (+13.5%)
$199,335 + $149,014
$348,349
2024
$1,145 (−6.1%)
$199,335 + $149,014
$348,349
2023
$1,219 (+5.3%)
$137,912 + $63,415
$201,327
2022
$1,157 (+1.7%)
$137,912 + $63,415
$201,327
2021
$1,137 (−0.7%)
$137,912 + $59,092
$197,004
2020
$1,145 (−18.4%)
$137,912 + $59,092
$197,004
2019
$1,403 (+0.9%)
$137,912 + $59,092
$197,004
2018
$1,390
$192,800 + $67,464
$260,264
2017
$1,390 (+0.5%)
$192,800 + $67,464
$260,264
2016
$1,383 (+4.9%)
$192,800 + $67,464
$260,264
2015
$1,318 (−12.7%)
$192,800 + $67,464
$260,264
2014
$1,510
$250,274 + $66,473
$316,747
Tax history for 148 Down Home Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,300 (+13.5%)
$199,335 + $149,014
$348,349
2024
$1,145 (−6.1%)
$199,335 + $149,014
$348,349
2023
$1,219 (+5.3%)
$137,912 + $63,415
$201,327
2022
$1,157 (+1.7%)
$137,912 + $63,415
$201,327
2021
$1,137 (−0.7%)
$137,912 + $59,092
$197,004
2020
$1,145 (−18.4%)
$137,912 + $59,092
$197,004
2019
$1,403 (+0.9%)
$137,912 + $59,092
$197,004
2018
$1,390
$192,800 + $67,464
$260,264
2017
$1,390 (+0.5%)
$192,800 + $67,464
$260,264
2016
$1,383 (+4.9%)
$192,800 + $67,464
$260,264
2015
$1,318 (−12.7%)
$192,800 + $67,464
$260,264
2014
$1,510
$250,274 + $66,473
$316,747
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
27 ft.
Lot depth
110 ft.
Lot size
0.64 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,444
Year built
1952
Style
Other
County
Carteret County
APN
733604729430000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Unpaved, On Site
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Wood Stove, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Master Downstairs
Appliances: Gas Oven, Water Softener, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Concrete
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Fencing: None
Roof: Membrane, Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1644
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Block, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
On Waterfront
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 0.64
Lot Size Dimensions: 102 x 246 x 206 x irr
Lot Size Area: 0.64
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.64
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,165.01
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 70 E to Harkers Island Rd, turn left on Straits Rd, right on Pigott Road, right on Ferry Dock Rd, left on Down Home Rd,
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,444
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.64 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Carteret County
APN: 733604729430000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 25, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Carteret County Association of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
Smyrna Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
5/10
East Carteret High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$517,000 – $626,000
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