Active
4 beds2,450 sqft

1278 Duck Rd, Lot 51, Duck, NC 27949

Est: $968/moGet pre-approved
CondoProperty Type
1984Year Built
$20/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$7,200/yrHOA Fees

Description

Welcome to the WATERS - Share #7. Semi-soundfront with water views! The Waters home features a reverse floorplan, which maximizes views of the sound in the living area, kitchen, and entire top floor. The screened in porch overlooking the sound is the perfect place to enjoy meals and stunning Outer Banks sunsets! Immerse yourself in the renowned beach-town of Duck for 5 weeks a year and experience all the seasons in the beautiful Outer Banks! As a fractional owner at Ships Watch, you'll enjoy 10%...Welcome to the WATERS - Share #7. Semi-soundfront with water views! The Waters home features a reverse floorplan, which maximizes views of the sound in the living area, kitchen, and entire top floor. The screened in porch overlooking the sound is the perfect place to enjoy meals and stunning Outer Banks sunsets! Immerse yourself in the renowned beach-town of Duck for 5 weeks a year and experience all the seasons in the beautiful Outer Banks! As a fractional owner at Ships Watch, you'll enjoy 10% ownership of a stunning home and get to use it for 5 weeks each year. The best part? Ownership is deeded and lasts beyond your lifetime! Say goodbye to unexpected expenses, because the monthly HOA dues cover everything from interior and exterior maintenance to utilities, taxes, insurance, and weekly cleanings. And that's not all - community amenities like an Olympic-sized pool with lap lanes and breathtaking sound views, a boardwalk to the beach, a soundfront pier, and tennis courts are all included! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a piece of paradise in the Outer Banks!
104 days on Market
  • Listed by: Leslie Gilmore leslie@greatescapesobx.com • Great Escapes Vacations & Sales
  • Listed by: Brad Bentley bbentley@outlook.com • Great Escapes Vacations & Sales
Last updated: 06/26/2026 11:36 AM • Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 133294
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$968 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$266

Property Taxes

$102

HOA Dues

$600

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Property Information for 1278 Duck Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $1,220 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Co-Ownership (5 Weeks +)
  • County: Dare County
  • Architectural Style: Reverse Floor Plan, Coastal
  • View: Sound
  • Waterfront Features: Semi-Soundfront
  • Zoning: RS-1

Building Information

  • Building/Complex: 1278 Duck Rd
  • Year Built: 1984

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 36.176253
  • Longitude: -75.756049
  • Subdivision Name: Ships Watch
  • Year Built: 1984
  • ZH Flood Zone: X
  • Full Subdivision Name: Ships Watch
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved, Underground
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Amenities: Boat Ramp, Boat Dock, Ocean Access, Outdoor-Comm. Pool, Outdoor-Comm. Tennis, Playground, Sound Access, Board Walk, Common Area
  • Association Fee Includes: Building Maintenance, Cable TV, Electricity, Common Insurance, Flood Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pool, Road Maintenance, Sewer/Septic, Taxes, Tennis Courts, Water, Walkways
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,220.35
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assoc Fee Y Or N Or Voluntary: Yes
  • HOA Contact: Signature Touch
  • HOA Contact Info: 252-261-2231

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Road Surface Type: Paved, Private
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 2450.0
  • Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
  • Property Sub Type: Co-Ownership (5 Weeks +)
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed Book: 2688
  • Deed Book Pg Number: 811
  • Bill of Sale In Amt Y Or N: Yes
  • Furnishings Available Y Or N: Yes
  • Bank Or Institution Owned: No
  • Pin Number: 985907782679
  • Headline: The Waters at Ships Watch!
  • Primary Htd Lv Ar SF: 2450.0
  • Additional Htd Lv Ar S F: 0
  • Total Htd Lv Ar S F: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Municipal
  • Fuel Tanks: Leased

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Feature
  • Pool Type: Association
  • E Exterior: Lap Siding, Shakes, Wood
  • Pool: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Pool Features: Outdoor Pool, In Ground, Association
  • Roof: Asphalt
Interior Feature
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer, Wine Cooler
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Partial: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Piling
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Interior Features: , Wet Bar
  • Electronic Locks: None

Agent

Sale and Listing
  • Listing Id: 133294

Rental

Rent Information
  • Sale Or Rent: S
  • Estimated Annual Fee Amt: 7200

Property History for 1278 Duck Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #133294

$49,900—
Jul 7, 2020

Sold

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #106422

$18,500—
Jun 30, 2020

Sold

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #106807

$17,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/23/2026

Listed (Active)

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #133294

$49,900
07/07/2020

Sold

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #106422

$18,500
06/30/2020

Sold

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #106807

$17,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 1278 Duck Road

This home is within Dare County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Kitty Hawk Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

First Flight Middle School
Public6 to 8

First Flight High School
Public9 to 12

Dare Learning Academy
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1278 Duck Road is a condo for sale in Duck, NC 27949. This property was listed for sale on June 24, 2026 by Great Escapes Vacations & Sales, it's currently listed at $49,900. It has been on the market for a total of 104 days and was last sold on July 8, 2020. This listing's school district is Dare County School District. Nearby schools include Kitty Hawk Elementary School, First Flight Middle School and First Flight High School. 1278 Duck Road is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,450 sqft condo built in 1984.

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