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$482,525$196 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,467 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.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$483K
$398K low$567K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,142 (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.$1,225,603 (2026)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,225,603
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,225,603

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.38
20
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
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.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.26%
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyCARTERET
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.No

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

H
Croatan High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi
M
Broad Creek Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.4 mi
E
White Oak Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.9 mi

District: Carteret County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28594These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.33%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,103
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.196 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,563
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,981
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

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 less than 88% of homes in Emerald Isle 28594
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Emerald Isle 28594
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Carteret County
  • Among the newest homes in Emerald Isle 28594

What homes are worth in Emerald Isle 28594

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

This home
$285K$3.1M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Emerald Isle 28594.

How it measures up in Emerald Isle 28594

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Emerald Isle 28594.

Estimated value$482,525
CheaperTypical $832,737Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $496Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,467 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmerald Isle 28594Carteret County
Estimated valuepricier than$482,52512% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$196almost no homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,467 ft²77% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homes98% of homes

About

How much is , Emerald Isle, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for , Emerald Isle, NC is $482,525 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $397,594 to $567,456. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did , Emerald Isle, NC last sell?

, Emerald Isle, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is , Emerald Isle, NC?

, Emerald Isle, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,467 square feet of living space.

When was , Emerald Isle, NC built?

, Emerald Isle, NC was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve , Emerald Isle, NC?

, Emerald Isle, NC is assigned to Croatan High School (high), rated A; Broad Creek Middle School (middle), rated A; White Oak Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Carteret County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does , Emerald Isle, NC compare to other homes in Emerald Isle 28594?

Among the 6,178 homes in Emerald Isle 28594, it is worth more than 12% of them ($482,525 against a typical $832,737), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($196 against a typical $496), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,467 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Carteret County, it is worth more than 50% 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 , Emerald Isle, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for , Emerald Isle, NC was $4,142. The county assessed it at $1,225,603.

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