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$1,321,826$715 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

506 OCEAN RIDGE DR

ATLANTIC BEACH, NC 28512
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,848 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1M low$1.6M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,835 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,216,628 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$674,986
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$541,642
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$796,387
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,216,628

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.55
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.47 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.94%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCARTERET
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 16 ft²Shed · 180 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Morehead City Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
E
Morehead City Primary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 2.8 mi
H
West Carteret High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi

District: Carteret County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28512These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.160
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.21%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,821
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.105 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,666
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,585
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

506 Ocean Ridge Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 92% of homes in Carteret County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Carteret County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Atlantic Beach 28512
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Atlantic Beach 28512
  • Older than 75% of homes in Carteret County

What homes are worth in Atlantic Beach 28512

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$142K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Atlantic Beach 28512.

How it measures up in Atlantic Beach 28512

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Atlantic Beach 28512.

Estimated value$1,321,826
CheaperTypical $619,354Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$715
CheaperTypical $452Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,848 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,388 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 2,091 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 506 Ocean Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAtlantic Beach 28512Carteret County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,321,82686% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$71591% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,848 ft²67% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac72% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than197726% of homes25% of homes

About 506 Ocean Ridge Dr

How much is 506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC is $1,321,826 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,036,547 to $1,607,105. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC last sell?

506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC?

506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,848 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC built?

506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC?

506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC is assigned to Morehead City Middle School (middle), rated A-; Morehead City Primary School (elementary), rated A-; West Carteret High School (high), rated B. All sit in Carteret County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC compare to other homes in Atlantic Beach 28512?

Among the 7,526 homes in Atlantic Beach 28512, it is worth more than 86% of them ($1,321,826 against a typical $619,354), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($715 against a typical $452), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,848 ft² against a typical 1,388 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 2,091 ft²) and it is newer than 26% of them (1977 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Carteret County, it is worth more than 92% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 506 Ocean Ridge Dr, Atlantic Beach, NC was $2,835. The county assessed it at $1,216,628.

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