710 Canal Drive, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$799,000
Property Type:
Multi-Family
Bedrooms:
4
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
1,900
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
6,098
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$799,000
List Date:
10/03/2025
Last Modified:
12/04/2025
Description
''Enchanted Mermaid'' Beachside Duplex - Steps from the Shore! Nestled in a prime coastal location just steps from the beach, this beautifully updated duplex offers the perfect blend of modern living and income potential. With breathtaking canal views, an impressive rental history, and two fully furnished 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom units, this property is a true gem. The Upper Unit is move-in ready with a private deck, washer and dryer, and cozy, beach-inspired decor. The Lower Unit, currently owner-occupied, is fully furnished, except for personal items, and boasts an updated kitchen with sleek cabinetry, a gas range, and a refreshed bathroom, along with its own outdoor deck. Both units offer flexibility—live in one and rent the other or use the entire property for shared living or vacation purposes. Additional highlights include a brand-new HVAC system, an oversized 50' x 125' lot, a vinyl-fenced backyard, and a storage shed perfect for a summer bunkhouse. Recent upgrades in 2023 include a French drain, sump pumps with battery backup, and crawl space encapsulation for peace of mind. With unparalleled rental potential, a prime location, and modern updates throughout, the Enchanted Mermaid is the ultimate beachside investment or getaway. Don't miss this rare turn-key opportunity!
More Information MLS# 100534181
Contract Info
Delayed Marketing?: No
Sub-Type: Duplex
List Price/SqFt: 420.53
Stipulation of Sale: Standard
Status: Active
Marketing Start Date: 2025-10-03
Listing Price: 799000
Current Price: $799,000
Location Information
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: Carolina Beach
Secondary Subdivision: N/A
Street #: 710
Street Name: Canal
Street Suffix: Drive
County: New Hanover
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28428
Subdivision: Other
Geo Lat: 34.042851
Geo Lon: -77.889386
Remarks and Showing
Sign on Property: Yes
Directions to Property: Take Lake Park Blvd N, then turn left on Winner Ave. Make another left on Canal, and the property will be on the right-hand side.
Building Info
New Construction: No
Property Exterior/Interior Info
Lot Acres: 0.14
Lot SqFt: 6098
Lot Dimensions: 50 X 125
Waterfront: No
Waterview: No
Location Type: Island
# Baths - Total: 2
# Total Units: 2
Fireplace Y/N: No
Stories: 2
Owner Occupied: Yes
Property Mgmt Company: Yes
Financials Available: Yes
Legal and Taxes
Tax Assessed Value: 677000
Total City Real Estate Property Tax: 959.31
Deed Book: 6637
Deed Page: 2056
Legal: LOT 16 BLK 12 CAROLINA BEACH
Broker Owner: No
PID: R08815-011-005-000
Tax Identifier: R08815-011-005-000
Plat Book: 3
Plat Page: 67
Special Assessments: None
Tax Year: 2025
Zoning: R1
HOA: No
Cobra Zone: No
Federal Flood Ins Avlbl: Yes
Elementary School: Carolina Beach
Middle School: Murray
High School: Ashley
Year Built: 1954
Garage & Parking
Attached Garage Spaces: 0
Detached Garage Spaces: 0
Total # Garage Spaces: 0
Total Carport Spaces: 0
Driveway Spaces: 4
Parking Features
Assigned: 1
Dirt: 1
On Site: 1
Shared Driveway: 1
Attic
Scuttle: 1
Basement
None: 1
Frontage Type
See Remarks: 1
Handicap Accessible
None: 1
View Type
Canal: 1
Water: 1
Construction
Block: 1
Wood Frame: 1
Lot Water Features
Third Row: 1
Exterior Features
Gas Grill: 1
Trash on Site: 1
Current Service Providers
Electric Provider: Duke Progress Energy
Internet Service Provider(s): Charter Spectrum
Sewer Provider: City/Town
Water Provider: City/Town
Exterior Finish
Block: 1
Wood Siding: 1
Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Fencing
Back Yard: 1
Full: 1
Vinyl: 1
Foundation
Crawl Space: 1
Flooring
Laminate: 1
Vinyl: 1
Fuel Tank
Propane Above Ground: 1
Fuel Tank Ownership
Owned: 1
Patio and Porch Features
Deck: 1
Enclosed: 1
Open: 1
Porch: 1
Pool Features
None: 1
Roof
Membrane: 1
Shingle: 1
Entry Level Information
Entry Level: 1
Road Type/Frontage
Paved: 1
Private Road: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Wall/Window Unit(s): 1
Heating
Forced Air: 1
Heating System Fuel Source
Electric: 1
Water Heater
Electric: 1
Utilities
Cable Available: 1
Sewer Available: 1
Water Available: 1
Water Source
Municipal Water: 1
Sewer
Municipal Sewer: 1
Appliances/Equip
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Electric Oven: 1
Gas Oven: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Furnished
Furnished: 1
Interior Features
Blinds/Shades: 1
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Furnished: 1
Walk-in Shower: 1
Wash/Dry Connect: 1
Security Features
Security Lights: 1
Smoke Detector(s): 1
Laundry Location
Hookup - Dryer: 1
Hookup - Washer: 1
In Hall: 1
Dining Room Type
Combination: 1
Side/Unit 1
Total Rooms: 5
# of Bedrooms: 2
Full Baths: 1
Half Baths: 1
Avg SqFt: 950
Furnished: No
Rent: 0
Occupied: Yes
Side/Unit 1 Cooling
Central: 1
Wall/Window Unit: 1
Side/Unit 1 Heating
Electric: 1
Forced Air: 1
See Remarks: 1
Side/Unit 1 Appliance
Cooktop - Gas: 1
Dryer: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Stove/Oven - Electric: 1
Washer: 1
Side/Unit 1 Features
Kitchen: 1
Living Room: 1
Patio/Balcony/Deck: 1
Side/Unit 1 Rent Frequency
Other: 1
Side/Unit 1 Owner Pays
Cable: 1
Cooling: 1
Electric: 1
Heating: 1
Lawn Maintenance: 1
Parking: 1
Pest Control: 1
Trash Removal: 1
Water/Sewer: 1
Insurance: 1
Side/Unit 2
Total Rooms: 5
# of Bedrooms: 2
Full Baths: 1
Half Baths: 1
Avg SqFt: 950
Furnished: Yes
Rent: 0
Occupied: Yes
Side/Unit 2 Cooling
Central: 1
Side/Unit 2 Heating
Forced Air: 1
Side/Unit 2 Appliance
Dryer: 1
Stove/Oven - Electric: 1
Washer: 1
Side/Unit 2 Features
Kitchen: 1
Living Room: 1
Side/Unit 2 Rent Frequency
6 Months: 1
Side/Unit 2 Owner Pays
Cable: 1
Cooling: 1
Electric: 1
Heating: 1
Lawn Maintenance: 1
Pest Control: 1
Trash Removal: 1
Water/Sewer: 1
Insurance: 1
Property ExteriorInterior Info
# Bedrooms: 4
SqFt - Heated (Primary): 1900
Property Features
Frontage Type: See Remarks
Handicap Accessible: None
View Type: Canal; Water
Attic: Scuttle
Basement: None
Construction: Block; Wood Frame
Exterior Features: Gas Grill; Trash on Site
Exterior Finish: Block; Wood Siding
Fencing: Back Yard; Full; Vinyl
Foundation: Crawl Space
Fuel Tank: Propane Above Ground
Fuel Tank Ownership: Owned
Parking Features: Assigned; Dirt; On Site; Shared Driveway
Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Enclosed; Open; Porch
Pool Features: None
Roof: Membrane; Shingle
Lot Water Features: Third Row
Cooling: Central Air; Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating: Forced Air
Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
Water Heater: Electric
Utilities: Cable Available; Sewer Available; Water Available
Water Source: Municipal Water
Sewer: Municipal Sewer
Flooring: Laminate; Vinyl
Furnished: Furnished
Interior Features: Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Walk-in Shower; Wash/Dry Connect
Security Features: Security Lights; Smoke Detector(s)
Laundry Location: Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer; In Hall
Dining Room Type: Combination
Terms: Cash; Conventional
Listing Office:
Salt Water Real Estate LLC
IDX
Last Updated: December - 04 - 2025
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