Discover a very rare opportunity to own a private slice of coastal Carolina charm in Ocean Isle Beach! Situated on 1.54 acres, less than 5 minutes from the beach, surrounded by beautiful, mature live oak trees, this 3-bedroom home offers an impressive 2,900+ square feet of living space. The owners have done many renovations and updates to this home. Most of the plumbing and electrical has been updated and the renovations were permitted. The southern style front porch spans the width of the house. Step inside and discover a spacious living room with a vaulted ceiling along with a grand light fixture. Enjoy a book on the bay window bench seat and relax by a cozy fireplace. The unique layout features two kitchens, ideal for multi-generational living, entertaining, and so much more. You will notice so much detail throughout, lots of modern features mixed with the original charm and accents. the primary suite has two closets and a large bathroom with both a tub and shower. The two guest rooms share a full bath by the front door. There is a wet room with shower by the back door and laundry room. If you need storage, you will LOVE this house. In addition to the attached two car garage, there is a HUGE detached building with multiple garage doors. The detailed building could use some cosmetic work but is structurally sound. Best of all, there is no HOA and you only pay county taxes! NC DOT has plans to pave the road in the near future (Buyers should inquire with them to confirm schedule). Finding a move-in ready large house with a huge, detached building, on more than an acre this close to the beach is so rare. You owe it to yourself to come explore this opportunity. Can be sold fully furnished if a Buyer is interested (sellers will remove contents if buyer does not want contents).
Beautiful property waiting for you to make it your own. This little gem is tucked away on Watts Road and is perfect for those looking for land or a fixer upper. The home is livable, but could use a good update. The property has a very large detached garage and a stocked pond with various species of fish. The land is absolutely stunning! It's rare to find a home with this much land so close to the beach. This property has many opportunities, maybe build another home and use the current as a rental or guest house or subdivide the current house from the parent parcel and sell it, and build your dream home near the pond.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,629
$48,080 + $206,020
$254,100
2024
$1,629
$147,600 + $206,020
$353,620
2023
$1,629 (−5.1%)
$147,600 + $206,020
$353,620
2022
$1,716
$147,600 + $206,020
$353,620
2021
$1,716 (+2.2%)
$73,800 + $193,470
$267,270
2020
$1,679 (+1.7%)
$73,800 + $193,470
$267,270
2019
$1,651 (−2.5%)
$73,800 + $193,470
$267,270
2018
$1,693 (+4.9%)
$73,800 + $193,470
$267,270
2017
$1,613 (+3.5%)
$93,900 + $182,030
$275,930
2016
$1,558
$93,900 + $182,030
$275,930
2015
$1,558 (−19.5%)
$93,900 + $182,030
$275,930
2014
$1,935
$212,990 + $174,608
$387,598
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.54 Acres
Year renovated
1973
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,726
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,726
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Brunswick County
APN
2120001904
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-7500
Medium Density Residential District
The R-7500 districts are established to provide for orderly suburban residential development. A limited number of commercial and civic uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions necessary to preserve and protect the residential character of the neighborhood. A special permit process for higher intensity development is also allowed, using discretion to balance issues of higher density with improved amenities. Due to the higher intensity developments contained in this district, it is intended to be applied to properties served by public sewer and water systems.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
8/10 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
Ocean Isle Beach, NC • 28469
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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57
68
50
57
39
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Feb
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Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Ocean Isle Beach. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
7.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5685 Watts Rd SW
$541,165
$7,835 under list price of $549K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 4 recent nearby sales, priced between $255K to $825K.