Welcome to your oceanfront opportunity in the heart of Nags Head! This spacious 8-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom coastal home sits on prime oceanfront real estate with incredible potential for the savvy buyer. The top floor features an open-concept design that showcases spectacular ocean views, creating an impressive space for entertaining and relaxation. Generating $178,305 in owner gross rents in 2025, this property shows strong income potential! This well-maintained property features solid bones with room for your personal touches. Step inside to unobstructed ocean views and the thoughtfully designed open-concept layout perfect for vacation rentals. The top-level living room offers comfortable space to relax, while the kitchen boasts granite countertops and stainless appliances with ample dining options including breakfast nook overlooking the ocean, formal dining, and bar seating. The mid-level deck features a hot tub overlooking the pool and protective dune - perfect for unwinding. Spacious bedrooms and smart layout create the ultimate vacation experience. The lower level game room with wet bar provides easy access to the pool and beach walkover. Recent major improvements include a new roof (2021), new pool heater (2022), fresh interior paint and most bedding, updated flooring throughout most of the home, and living room windows. Most windows and siding are original, offering an excellent opportunity to update and personalize to your taste. Prime location near OBX Fishing Pier, Fish Heads, restaurants, shops, and Outer Banks Mall. This property offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and rental-readiness, with cosmetic enhancement possibilities to truly make it your own. Don't miss this chance to own prime oceanfront real estate with proven rental history and room to add value through updates! Please note: The rear pool fence has been replaced with wooden fencing since photos were taken.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$487Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Becky Reed• Keller Williams Outer Banks KDH
Sale and tax history for 8721 S Old Oregon Inlet Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
OBMLS #132298
Jul 31, 2026
Price Changed
$1,900,000
$487/sq ft
May 4, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 12, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 27, 2026
Listed
$1,999,000
$513/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 27, 2021
Sold
$1,565,000
$401/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 30, 2014
Sold
$831,000
$213/sq ft
Public Records
May 27, 2005
Sold
$1,402,500
$360/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,277 (+12.2%)
$1,128,800 + $844,300
$1,973,100
2024
$4,702 (+1.5%)
$1,128,800 + $844,300
$1,973,100
2023
$4,633
$612,800 + $539,700
$1,152,500
2022
$4,633
$612,800 + $539,700
$1,152,500
2020
$4,633 (+3.5%)
$612,800 + $523,100
$1,135,900
2019
$4,474
$612,800 + $523,100
$1,135,900
2018
$4,474 (−0.2%)
$462,300 + $466,400
$928,700
2017
$4,485 (+9.6%)
$462,300 + $466,400
$928,700
2016
$4,093 (−0.1%)
$462,300 + $466,400
$928,700
2014
$4,098
$462,300 + $465,200
$927,500
Public record
Beds
8
Baths
5.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,912
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,912
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dare County
APN
008015000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 14-22% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° 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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Historical weather
Nags Head, NC • 27959
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Nags Head. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 8721 S Old Oregon Inlet Rd
$1,812,260
$88K under list price of $1.90M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $1.9M.