2596 Cedar Island Rd

1,580 Sq. Ft.
$301 / Sq. Ft.
1,580
Sq. Ft.
$301
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to coastal living on Cedar Island! This charming property at 2596 Cedar Island Road offers a peaceful 2 bedroom, 2 bath retreat just minutes from the Cedar Island Ferry and the . Situated along scenic Highway 12, this home, with almost two acres on Core Sound and over 100 feet of waterfront, provides easy access to fishing, boating, and all that the coastal lifestyle has to offer. The home features spacious living areas and plenty of natural light, with potential for updates to make it your...Welcome to coastal living on Cedar Island! This charming property at 2596 Cedar Island Road offers a peaceful 2 bedroom, 2 bath retreat just minutes from the Cedar Island Ferry and the . Situated along scenic Highway 12, this home, with almost two acres on Core Sound and over 100 feet of waterfront, provides easy access to fishing, boating, and all that the coastal lifestyle has to offer. The home features spacious living areas and plenty of natural light, with potential for updates to make it your own. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, a rental investment, or a full-time residence, this property offers endless possibilities. Enjoy the quiet pace of island life while still being within reach of Beaufort, Morehead City, and surrounding coastal towns. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Down East paradise!
  1. Listed by Brittany Wheatly • Brokerage DRE #C40462 • Wheatly and Combs Premier Properties
    P: (252)-241-7080 C: (252)-241-7080 wheatlycombsproperties@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Eden Combs • Brokerage DRE #C40462 • Wheatly and Combs Premier Properties
    P: 336-202 C: 336-202 edencombsrealtor@edencombsrealtor.com

Property Details for 2596 Cedar Island Road

Subdivision Name
Not In Subdivision
View
Sound
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Sound Side
Zoning
Unzoned
LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2026 07:10 AM

Property Details for 2596 Cedar Island Road

StatusActive
MLS #100531868
Days on Market131
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1969
Lot Size1.93 AC / 84,071 SF
CountyCarteret County

Location

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Building Information for 2596 Cedar Island Road

Stories1Year Built1969Building Size-Lot Size1.93 AC / 84,071 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,430 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,315

Property Taxes

$115

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2596 Cedar Island Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Island
  • In City Limits: No
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: From Beaufort take Hwy 70 East to Hwy 12 (Cedar Island Rd). Continue into Cedar Island and the home will be approximately 1 mile on the right at 2596 Cedar Island Rd.
  • Latitude: 35
  • Longitude: -76
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained, City Street, State Road
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 840604714013000
  • Tax Book Number: 0
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT HWY 12 CEDAR ISLAND
  • Tax Map Number: 0
  • Tax Assessed Value: $323,564
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: Atlantic
  • High School: East Carteret
  • Middle Or Junior School: Down East
Parking
  • Detached Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Attached Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Parking Total: 0.0
  • Parking Features: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Range: 1400 - 1599
  • Building Area Total: 1580.0
  • Frontage Type: Sound Front
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.93
  • Lot Size Area: 1.93
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 84071.0
  • Lot Features: Sound Side
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100X878X102X835
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1580.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 1724
  • Deed Page: 495.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Other
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Brick
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Attic Features: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Dining Room Type: Combination
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: None
  • Levels: One
  • Room Type: Dining Area
  • Rooms Total: 5
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Operating Expense: $.00
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 2596 Cedar Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100531868

$475,000
Jan 28, 2026

Price Change

NCRMLS #100531868

$475,000
Jan 27, 2026

Withdrawn

NCRMLS #100531868

$499,900
Sep 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100531868

$499,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100531868

$475,000
01/28/2026

Price Change

NCRMLS #100531868

$475,000
01/27/2026

Withdrawn

NCRMLS #100531868

$499,900
09/22/2025

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100531868

$499,900

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

Public Records for 2596 Cedar Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$160,990Additions$162,574Total$323,564
Tax Record2025$1,376 ($115 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,580 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,580 SqFtStories1Lot Size87,948 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1969Year Renovated1995CountyCARTERETAPN8406.04.71.4013000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2596 Cedar Island Road

This home is within Carteret County Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 12 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Atlantic Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Bridges School
Public6 to 12

East Carteret High School
Public9 to 12

Marine Sci. & Tech. Early College HS
Public12 to 13

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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2596 Cedar Island Road is a single family home for sale in Cedar Island, NC 28520. This property was listed for sale on September 22, 2025 by Wheatly and Combs Premier Properties, it's currently listed at $475,000. This listing's school district is Carteret County Public School District. Nearby schools include Atlantic Elementary School, Bridges School and East Carteret High School. 2596 Cedar Island Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,580 sqft single family home built in 1969.

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