1420 S Shore Drive, Surf City, NC 28445

New Listing
$1,690,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 2,217 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 9,060 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,690,000 List Date: 3/10/2026 Last Modified: 3/12/2026

Description

Prime Oceanfront Short-Term Rental Gem - SOL SEAker - Direct Beach Access & Breathtaking Views! Discover endless coastal bliss at this exceptional oceanfront retreat in the heart of Surf City, NC! Nestled on an extra-wide lot with 70+ feet of unobstructed Atlantic frontage, this one-of-a-kind reverse-floor-plan ranch-style home delivers stunning sunrise views, dolphin sightings, and direct private beach access just steps from your door. Located only 1.4 miles south of the iconic Surf City high-rise bridge, you're minutes from the pier, shops, restaurants, public park, and attractions like the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital. Boasting approximately 2,217 sq ft of living space, 4 spacious bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms, this home comfortably sleeps up to 14 guests with generous bedding (multiple queen beds plus twins/bunks). The bright, open-concept main level features vaulted ceilings, oversized windows flooding the space with natural light, and panoramic ocean views from the living area with electric fireplace, recliners, and smart TVs--perfect for unwinding after beach days. The fully updated farmhouse-style kitchen shines with new quartz countertops, fresh subway tile backsplash, stainless appliances, ample prep space, and bar seating for casual meals. Step outside to the expansive oceanfront deck--now enhanced with a brand-new hot tub for ultimate relaxation, freshly enameled deck floors offering a durable, slip-resistant finish ideal for sandy feet, and brand new dual 9' privacy screens on the back deck for secluded lounging. Covered areas, ample deck furniture, and an outdoor picnic table make al fresco dining and sunset watching effortless, with an outdoor shower for post-beach rinses. For added entertainment, the ground level includes a converted garage transformed into a spacious game room--ideal for friendly competition and rainy-day fun. Guests enjoy a full-size ping pong table, a regulation foosball table in the adjacent sitting area with pub table seating, plus plenty of room to relax and play. This bonus space ties perfectly into the lower level's bonus sitting area, providing easy access to parking and the final full bathroom. Additional highlights include multiple flat-screen/smart TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, keyless entry, washer/dryer, and parking for 9-10 vehicles--ideal for multi-family or group getaways. Recent upgrades ensure modern comfort while preserving the classic beach ranch charm. This proven performer is turn-key ready for short-term rental success--bookings thrive thanks to the unbeatable location, views, amenities, and thoughtful enhancements. Your guests will create memories that last a lifetime! As if that is not enough, the sellers are offering a 1 year home warranty to any buyer! Check out this list of updates: Kitchen remodel '26, Kitchen appliances '26, New hot tub '26, New deck paint '26, Deck privacy screens '26, New shake siding '25, New hurricane rated roof '25, New A/C downstairs '25, New A/C fencing '25, New A/C upstairs '24, New A/C ductwork '24, New garage doors/motors/tracks '24, Garage floor epoxy '24, Garage paint '24, New patio furniture '24, New LR furniture '24, New washer/ dryer '23, New fireplace '22, Hurricane shutters '22, Complete remodel '21. (Video tour available showcasing the inviting layout, oceanfront deck vibes, coastal elegance, and fun game room setup.)

More Information MLS# 100559342

Building/Ext Features

ud_i_08: 1

Property Interior Info

ud_i_10: 1 Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 2217 # Rooms: 7 # Baths - Full: 4 # Baths - Half: 0 # Baths - Total: 4 Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area Fireplace Y/N: Yes SqFt - Heated (Primary): 2217 # Bedrooms: 4

Contract Info

Delayed Marketing?: No Sub-Type: Single Family Residence Construction Type: Stick Built List Price/SqFt: 762.29 Stipulation of Sale: Standard Status: Active Marketing Start Date: 2026-03-10 Listing Price: 1690000 Current Price: $1,690,000

Location Information

City Limits: Yes Marketing City: Surf City Secondary Subdivision: N/A Street #: 1420 Pre Direction: S Street Name: Shore Street Suffix: Drive County: Pender State/Province: NC Zip Code: 28445 Subdivision: Not In Subdivision Geo Lat: 34.411659 Geo Lon: -77.566917

Remarks and Showing

Sign on Property: Yes Directions to Property: Cross the bridge and go right at the traffic circle. Home is 1.4 miles on the left.

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No Lot Acres: 0.21 Lot Dimensions: 72 x MHW Lot SqFt: 9060 Waterfront: Yes Waterview: Yes Location Type: Island

Legal & Taxes

Tax Assessed Value: 609927 Total Real Estate Property Taxes: 7563.09 Deed Book: 4720 Deed Page: 489 Legal: LT 2, PB 8/90 RUTH KING DIVISION Broker Owner: No PID: 4234-23-2951-0000 Tax Identifier: 4234-23-2951-0000 Plat Book: 8 Plat Page: 90 Lot #: 2 Special Assessments: n/a Tax Year: 2023 Zoning: INCORP HOA: No Cobra Zone: No Federal Flood Ins Avlbl: Yes Elementary School: Surf City Middle School: Surf City High School: Topsail

Garage & Parking

Total Parking Spaces: 7 Attached Garage Spaces: 3 Detached Garage Spaces: 0 Total # Garage Spaces: 3 Total Carport Spaces: 0

Parking Features

Golf Cart Parking: 1 Garage: Garage, Garage Paved: 1 Garage: 1

HOA and Neigh Amenities

No Amenities: 1

Attic

Stairs - Pull Down: 1

Basement

None: 1

Frontage Type

Oceanfront: 1

View Type

Ocean: 1 Water: 1

Property Condition

Updated/Remodeled: 1

Construction

Wood Frame: 1

Unit Type

4 Bedroom Or More: 1

Style

Ranch: 1

Lot Water Features

Deeded Beach Access: 1 Ocean Side: 1

Exterior Features

DP50 Windows: 1 Outdoor Shower: 1 Shutters - Functional: 1

Current Service Providers

Electric Provider: Jones-Onslow EMC Sewer Provider: Surf City Water Provider: Surf City

Exterior Finish

Shake Siding: 1

Terms

Cash: 1 Conventional: 1 FHA: 1 VA Loan: 1

Fencing

None: 1

Foundation

Pilings: 1

Flooring

Bamboo: 1 LVT/LVP: 1

Patio and Porch Features

Deck: 1 Front Porch: 1 Porch: 1

Pool Features

Hot Tub: 1

Roof

Shingle: 1

Levels

Two: 1

Entry Level Information

Entry Level: 1

Lot Features

Dunes: 1

Road Type/Frontage

Public (City/Cty/St): 1

Trash Collection

City Pick-UP: 1

Cooling

Central Air: 1

Heated SqFt

2200 - 2399: 1

Heating

Heat Pump: 1

Heating System Fuel Source

Electric: 1

Utilities

Assessment: 1 Sewer Connected: 1 Water Connected: 1

Sewer

Municipal Sewer: 1

Water Source

Municipal Water: 1

Appliances/Equip

Built-In Microwave: 1 Disposal: 1 Electric Range: 1 Refrigerator: 1

Fireplace Features

Electric: 1

Furnished

Furnished: 1

Interior Features

Built-in Features: 1 Ceiling Fan(s): 1 Furnished: 1 High Ceilings: 1 Pantry: 1 Walk-in Shower: 1 Wet Bar: 1

Laundry Features

Laundry Closet: 1

Dining Room Type

Combination: 1

Home Warr/Termite

Termite Company: Tri-County Pest Termite Company Phone: 9102701190

Rooms

Bathroom 1: 1 Bathroom 2: 1 Bedroom 2: 1 Bedroom 3: 1 Bedroom 4: 1 Living Room: 1 Master Bedroom: 1

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 1984

Property Features

Frontage Type: Oceanfront View Type: Ocean; Water Attic: Stairs - Pull Down Basement: None Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Construction: Wood Frame Unit Type: 4 Bedroom Or More Style: Ranch Exterior Features: DP50 Windows; Outdoor Shower; Shutters - Functional Exterior Finish: Shake Siding Fencing: None Foundation: Pilings Parking Features: Golf Cart Parking; Paved Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Front Porch; Porch Pool Features: Hot Tub Roof: Shingle Levels: Two Trash Collection: City Pick-UP Lot Features: Dunes Lot Water Features: Deeded Beach Access; Ocean Side Cooling: Central Air Heating: Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Electric Utilities: Assessment; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Sewer: Municipal Sewer Water Source: Municipal Water Fireplace Features: Electric Flooring: Bamboo; LVT/LVP Furnished: Furnished Interior Features: Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Furnished; High Ceilings; Pantry; Walk-in Shower; Wet Bar Laundry Features: Laundry Closet Heated SqFt: 2200 - 2399 Dining Room Type: Combination HOA and Neigh Amenities: No Amenities Rooms: Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Living Room; Master Bedroom Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Room Information

Master Bedroom Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bathroom 1 Bathroom 2 Living Room
Listing Office: REAL Broker LLC
IDX
Last Updated: March - 12 - 2026
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