Charming Coastal Living in Newport! Welcome home to this beautifully maintained property offering the perfect mix of comfort, space, and modern upgrades. Sitting on . 63 acres, this home features a spacious fenced backyard and a lovely back deck—perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. Inside, enjoy a bright open layout with stainless steel appliances, modern finishes, and plenty of natural light. Shed has water and electric connected. Property Furnishings are negotiable. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Newport, Morehead City, and Beaufort, it offers peaceful country living with quick access to shopping, dining, and schools. Recent improvements installed between 2023 and 2025 include a fortified roof, water heater, well pump, ductwork, mini split, and refreshed landscaping. Currently operating successfully as ''The Elephants Abode'' Airbnb, this home is move-in ready and full of coastal charm—perfect as a first home, vacation retreat, or investment property along the Crystal Coast.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$197Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Copeland & Bernauer Real Estate Team• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast AB
Fantastic and newly renovated home will make a perfect investment property or starter home! Easy living and low maintenance on one level featuring kitchen with stainless steel appliances and beautiful tile backsplash, spacious bedrooms, oversized laundry and storage room, and plenty of open and airy living space. Large back deck great for grilling and entertaining. Nestled on a large lot conveniently located near Newport schools, dining and shopping, area bases and Crystal Coast beaches!
Hive MLS #100047661
Jul 28, 2017
Sold
$45,000
$28/sq ft
Feb 12, 2017
Listed
$73,000
$46/sq ft
+23
Investors Dream! This is an amazing price for this home! Great fixer upper with so much potential or home for someone. Just needs a little TLC! Sun room offers so much natural light and a back deck that is made for entertaining. This is the home improvement project you've been looking for.
Hive MLS #11005351
Apr 19, 2011
Sold
$34,600
$22/sq ft
Dec 14, 2010
Listed
$59,900
$37/sq ft
Hive MLS #90079596
Apr 19, 2011
Sold
$34,600
$22/sq ft
Dec 14, 2010
Listed
$59,900
$37/sq ft
Hive MLS #11003839
Nov 8, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Aug 10, 2010
Listed
$74,900
$47/sq ft
Hive MLS #10803379
Dec 31, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jul 9, 2008
Listed
$95,000
$59/sq ft
Hive MLS #10803396
Dec 31, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jul 9, 2008
Listed
$60,000
$37/sq ft
Hive MLS #10803380
Nov 4, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jul 9, 2008
Listed
$140,000
$87/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$796 (+38.3%)
$41,090 + $191,938
$233,028
2024
$575 (−8.6%)
$41,090 + $170,275
$211,365
2023
$629 (+2.8%)
$54,625 + $44,756
$99,381
2022
$612 (+3.3%)
$54,625 + $44,756
$99,381
2021
$593 (−1.3%)
$54,625 + $43,205
$97,830
2020
$601 (−0.4%)
$54,625 + $43,205
$97,830
2019
$603 (−8.0%)
$54,625 + $43,205
$97,830
2018
$655 (+3.8%)
$54,625 + $51,161
$105,786
2017
$632
$54,625 + $64,191
$118,816
2016
$631 (+1.9%)
$54,625 + $64,191
$118,816
2015
$619 (+38.8%)
$54,625 + $64,191
$118,816
2014
$446
$71,045 + $45,551
$116,596
Tax history for 588 Nine Foot Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$796 (+38.3%)
$41,090 + $191,938
$233,028
2024
$575 (−8.6%)
$41,090 + $170,275
$211,365
2023
$629 (+2.8%)
$54,625 + $44,756
$99,381
2022
$612 (+3.3%)
$54,625 + $44,756
$99,381
2021
$593 (−1.3%)
$54,625 + $43,205
$97,830
2020
$601 (−0.4%)
$54,625 + $43,205
$97,830
2019
$603 (−8.0%)
$54,625 + $43,205
$97,830
2018
$655 (+3.8%)
$54,625 + $51,161
$105,786
2017
$632
$54,625 + $64,191
$118,816
2016
$631 (+1.9%)
$54,625 + $64,191
$118,816
2015
$619 (+38.8%)
$54,625 + $64,191
$118,816
2014
$446
$71,045 + $45,551
$116,596
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
299 ft.
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,104
Year built
1946
Style
Other
County
Carteret County
APN
633809177407000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 2026.
R-20
Low To Moderate-Density Residential District
A single-family residential district established to maintain a density of approximately two dwelling units per acre.
Dec 2, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Electrical
Dec 1, 2025 • Final
Residential (renovation)
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.