Motivated seller!!! Fully updated raised beach-style home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 2,084 sq ft across two stories. Updates include new HVAC unit, fresh interior/exterior paint, new carpet & LVP flooring, updated bathrooms, and a refreshed kitchen with updated cabinets, new stainless-steel appliances, countertops & backsplash. Kitchen/dining combo, spacious living room with abundant windows, and a huge deck overlooking a .75-acre wooded lot on a dead-end road for a private, secluded feel. Conveniently located under 15 minutes to Emerald Isle and close to restaurants and shopping. County-approved for short-term rental use, offering excellent flexibility for personal use or income potential. Buyer to confirm all applicable requirements.