1896 New River Inlet #1412, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
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1896 New River Inlet #1412,North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
$429,300
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,229 sq. ft.
- Condominium
- Active
Listed by: mckenzie l johnson
Office: exp realty
MLS#:100563285
Source:NC_CCAR
Price summary
- Price:$429,300
- Price per sq. ft.:$349.31
About this home
What is it like to own an oceanfront penthouse condo on Topsail Island, North Carolina? This is the answer.
Topsail Island is a 26-mile barrier island along the southeastern North Carolina coast, named in the days of piracy when buccaneers would hide their ships behind the dunes and merchant vessels could see only the tops of their sails. That history of hiding something extraordinary behind an unassuming exterior has never felt more appropriate than it does at Unit 1412 in Shipwatch Villas, a fully renovated top-floor penthouse with skylights, volume ceilings, dual water views, and two private balconies at one of the most recognized addresses on the island.
North Topsail Beach carries a town motto of Nature's Tranquil Beauty, and it earns it. Located on the northernmost 11 miles of Topsail Island, the town is known for being laid back and peaceful, with breathtaking Atlantic sunrises, spectacular Intracoastal sunsets, and maritime forests that feel genuinely untouched. North Topsail Beach consistently attracts buyers who want to maximize their coastal experience without paying the higher premiums seen in more commercialized destinations.
Unit 1412 is the penthouse that earns that description in full. Skylights exclusive to this floor pour natural light into every room from above. Volume ceilings amplify that light in a way no lower unit can replicate. The primary suite faces east for Atlantic sunrise views every morning. The guest suite faces west toward the Intracoastal Waterway for sunset views every evening. Two private balconies connect you to both. A complete renovation delivers brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring, updated bathrooms with solid surface countertops, a refreshed kitchen with stainless appliances, and fresh paint throughout. Every room is ready. Nothing is waiting for you.
From this address you are steps from direct private beach boardwalk access, an oceanfront community pool with sundeck, and tennis courts, and minutes from the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue Center and Seaview Fishing Pier, one of the longest piers on the North Carolina coast. Surf City waterfront dining and Wilmington's historic downtown are both within easy reach.
Shipwatch Villas is now VA approved. Qualified veterans, active duty service members, and military retirees can purchase using VA financing with little to no down payment and no private mortgage insurance required. Contact a VA-approved lender for current rates and terms. Camp Lejeune, MCAS New River, MARSOC, and Stone Bay are all within comfortable reach.
This unit has never been in a rental program, zero rental wear, zero deferred maintenance, and a completely clean slate for whoever comes next. Whether you are looking for a short-term vacation rental investment, a long-term rental income property, a primary coastal residence, or a lock-and-leave second home, this penthouse delivers on every front. Topsail Island short-term rental revenue has grown 17 to 26 percent year over year and comparable oceanfront units generate strong seasonal income. Never rented means you design the program, keep the first season, and build the reputation from a pristine starting point.
The number of miles of Topsail Island coastline does not increase. The number of penthouse units with skylights at Shipwatch Villas does not increase. Demand from relocation buyers, military families, retirees, and investors continues to grow. That is the investment case.
Top floor. Skylights. Renovated. Two elevators service the complex. Pool. VA approved. Topsail Island....
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Home facts
- Year built:1984
- Subdivision & Development:Shipwatch Villas
- Listing ID #:100563285
- Added:139 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 14, 2026 at 10:32 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:4
- Flooring:Tile
- Dining Description:Eat-in Kitchen
- Bathrooms Description:Walk-in Shower
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Refrigerator
- Living area:1,229 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air, Heat Pump
- Heating:Electric, Heat Pump, Heating
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1984
- Building area:1,229 sq. ft.
- Lot Features:Dunes
- Construction Materials:Cedar, Steel Frame, Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Covered, Open, Outdoor Shower
- Foundation Description:Pilings, Raised
- Levels:Three Or More
Schools
- High school:Dixon
- Middle school:Dixon
- Elementary school:Coastal
Utilities
- Water:County Water, Water Connected
- Sewer:Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$429,300
- Price per sq. ft.:$349.31
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, In Hall, Washer, Washer Hookup
- Amenities:Beach Rights, Blinds/Shades, Ceiling Fan(s), Community Pool, Elevator(s), Flood Insurance, Furnished, Maintenance Structure, Master Insure, Security, Trash, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Pool features:Community Pool
Parking
- Parking description:Asphalt, Parking Lot, Paved
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