Fully furnished turn-key Duplex offering beautiful canal views, ''The Enchanted Mermaid'' combines coastal charm, an established vacation rental history, and the flexibility to live in one unit or rent both units. Each two-bedroom unit features a fully equipped kitchen, its own washer and dryer, and private outdoor living space. The upper unit offers one full bath, a marina-facing sunroom, and a deck with partial ocean views. The lower unit features 1.5 baths, an updated kitchen with a gas range, refreshed bathrooms, a screened-in front deck, and an additional covered deck in the back. Outside, the oversized lot provides plenty of room to relax and entertain by the fire pit, with a vinyl fenced backyard for privacy and a detached wired storage for beach gear, bikes, and paddleboards. Updates include a new HVAC system, plus 2023 improvements featuring a French drain, crawl space encapsulation, and dual sump pumps with battery backup and a gas hook-up for a generator. Spend your days at the beach, explore the nearby waterways, and enjoy restaurants, shopping, and entertainment just minutes away. Whether you're seeking a vacation retreat, an income-producing property, or a coastal home with room for guests, this move-in-ready duplex offers the best of beach living. Schedule your private showing and make The Enchanted Mermaid your own coastal getaway! Your beach escape can also be your next investment!
| MLS # | 100593303 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Duplex |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Pending With Showings |
| Year | 1954 |
| Days On Site | 73 |
| Listing Provided By | Salt Water Real Estate LLC | Christine Irvine |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 |
| SQ Feet | 1,920 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Units | 2 |
| Zoning | R-1 |
| Acreage | 0.14 |
| Property View | Canal, Water |
| Interior Features | Wash/Dry Connect, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s) |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Closet |
| Furnished | Furnished |
| Roof | Membrane, Shingle |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space |
| View | Canal, Water |
| Construction Materials | Block, Asbestos, Wood Siding, Wood Frame |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | No |
| Parking Features | Shared Driveway, Gravel, Assigned, Unpaved, On Site |
| Utilities | Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
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| Tax Assessed Value | 677000 |
|---|---|
| Tax Book Number | 3 |
| Tax Legal Description | LOT 16 BLK 12 CAROLINA BEACH |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | New Hanover |
| City | Carolina Beach |
| Zip Code | 28428 |
| Elementary School | Carolina Beach |
| High School | Ashley |
| Listing VS Median (in 28428) | |
Price: $614,900 low | high Med: $677,000 sqft: 1,920 low | high Med: 1,921 $ / sqft: $320 low | high Med: $353 On site: 73 low | high Med: 58.5 | |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | New Hanover |
| City | Carolina Beach |
| Zip Code | 28428 |
| Elementary School | Carolina Beach |
| High School | Ashley |
| Listing VS Median (in 28428) | |
Price: $614,900 low | high Med: $677,000 sqft: 1,920 low | high Med: 1,921 $ / sqft: $320 low | high Med: $353 On site: 73 low | high Med: 58.5 | |