121 Shell Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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OFF MARKET

121 Shell Dr
Emerald Isle, NC 28594

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,296 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$810,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,634/mo*
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$810,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,634/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,296 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$811K
Since last month
Decreased$16K (-1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$43K (+5.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$371K (+84.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +155% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$811K
July 2026$813K
June 2026$827K
May 2026$831K
April 2026$816K
March 2026$822K
February 2026$804K
January 2026$790K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
432 Emerald Cir, Emerald Isle, NC
0.40
Single-Family Home
$380,000
02/17/26
3
3
1,806
8626 Reed Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
0.14
Single-Family Home
$828,000
01/30/26
3
4
2,230
424 Emerald Circle, Emerald Isle, NC
0.38
Single-Family Home
$610,000
12/04/25
3
2
1,276
110 Mangrove Boulevard, Emerald Isle, NC
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
08/20/25
3
2.5
1,580
314 Jones Street, Emerald Isle, NC
0.58
Single-Family Home
$465,000
07/28/26
3
2
1,300
405 Emerald Landing Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
0.42
Single-Family Home
$270,000
12/15/25
4
3.5
2,593
314 Parkins Dr, Emerald Isle, NC
0.50
Single-Family Home
$615,000
11/05/25
3
2
1,144
314 Parkin Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
0.50
Single-Family Home
$615,000
11/05/25
3
2
1,144
8504 Reed Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
0.50
Single-Family Home
$660,000
06/08/26
3
2
1,085
8732 Emerald Plantation Road, Emerald Isle, NC
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,180,000
01/14/26
3
2
1,568

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
118 Shell LOT 18, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
118 Shell #West, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.04
$813,900
5
4
2,358
Off Market
8626 Reed Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.14
$828,000
3
4
2,230
Recently Sold
123 Sandbur Dr. W, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.14
$793,300
4
4
1,440
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.15
$1,200,000
6
8
2,928
For Sale
123 SANDBUR Drive #East, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.15
$778,700
4
3
1,440
Off Market
123 W Sandbur Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.15
$673,390
4
4
1,484
Recently Sold
8624 OCEAN VIEW, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.18
$917,900
4
4
2,000
Off Market
110 Sandbur Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.19
$930,300
3
2
1,440
Off Market
8711 Ocean View Drive #West, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.20
$1,320,300
5
3.5
2,521
Off Market
8703 Ocean View Drive #East, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.21
$2,990,000
5
5
4,050
For Sale
8707 Plantation Drive #104, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
0.22
$451,400
3
2.5
1,675
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1984
Lot Size
0.28 acres
Living Area
1,296 sqft
Price/Sqft
$626

About this House

Oceanside home with short walk to beach, shops, restaurants & more! Not a vacation rental but great potential! Gas log fireplace, sunroom, tile & carpet, open & covered decks, workshop, 2 car garage, extensive landscaping, recently replaced heat pumps, bonus room on ground level, large shed in back yard, HOME WARRANTY! Great price! Don't miss out!!

Neighborhood Description

Quaint oceanside Island neighborhood backs up to new gated community of Sea Oates wher million dollar plus homes are to be built. Great location off the highway 58, but close to all restaurants, shops, movie theatre, phamacy, post office and health care
121 Shell Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,296 sqft single-family home built in 1984. It last sold for $440,000 on Jul 28, 2008. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $810,800, with a rent estimate of $3,009/month.

Home Details for 121 Shell Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Other, Carpet
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: PilingPatio

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1984Year Updated: 1987
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 28, 2008
Source: Hive MLS #10800567
Sold
$440,000

Market trends in Emerald Isle

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What Locals Say about Emerald Isle

At least 47 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 84 % Say it's quiet

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 64 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say there are community events

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Mariancollier
    "I grew up in this area and everyone is community like family. Very helpful and strong Christians. Always a pleasure to visit and beautiful year round. "
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  • Cubprincipal
    "Safe, quiet and friendly. Great amenities too. Wonderful location. Very close to beach, sound, shopping center, bars and restaurants. "
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  • matthewrboucher
    "Lots of dogs! It’s a trailer park with 100% ownership/no rental. So you see the same dogs all the time. Good walkability, everyone is friendly. "
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  • Jessie Garlitz
    "Its ur own instincts to trust on who you want to trust. The perfect place if you want to enjoy the beach or the area"
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  • Dianne L.
    "The ocean beach is 2 blocks away & the sound is 75 steps away. We’re on a culdesac. Secluded from highway traffic."
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  • Dianne L.
    "Best Beach on the east coast, all water sports, fishing tournaments, seafood festival, St Patrick’s parade, fireworks on 7/4, wild horses, sea turtles, aquarium, maritime museum, queen annes revenge being salvaged & more."
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  • Doug
    "My family and I really enjoy this area and feel very safe. We enjoy the restaurants and of course the beach. There are fun putt putt places and an aquarium. It is very laid back and quiet here, however there are some things to do."
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  • Doug
    "Very safe and friendly community. We live here with our 17 month old son and always feel safe. It’s very quiet September thru May, and summer months are mainly families vacationing."
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  • Jon W.
    "Beast family beach on the Crystal Coast. Lots of things to do while on the Island. Rental rates are reasonable as well. "
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  • Linda K.
    "My neighborhood is very safe while being convenient to the hub of our little community. Everyone around here is very friendly. There’s usually several people out walking their dogs and ready to chit chat a bit.."
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  • Victoriaacrawford
    "Great community, always willing to help out with anyone in need. Not many cons to living here except for the summer traffic! "
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  • Patriciafurbank
    "Beach fun in the summer seems good but schools are still closed since Florence so maybe wait until schools are back up and running"
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  • Heeldad
    "There are plenty of dog owners in the neighborhood. Everyone here keeps their dog on a leash and picks up after them. I think a dog owner would be happy here. "
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  • Heeldad
    "Mostly vacation homes and less commercial establishments. Very clean and well organized. The planned events are awesome. "
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  • Heeldad
    "I can walk to the beach in 5 minutes without crossing a major road. The yard is full of birds. There is one main business area and the rest is residential. "
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  • srfdoc
    "Visiting holiday trav l Park. First time to the isle. We will be back. Nice beaches. Quiet area. Folks are very friendly and helpful. Great community"
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  • sandymccaw
    "Emerald Isle, and particularly Lands End gated community is a friendly place for families, singles, young marrieds, and retirees. We have a very active social committee that plans and presents over the top events, great security, etc. Every street has it's own charm...no need to live on the beach to enjoy it with our beachfront pool, clubhouse, overlook, and access!"
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  • einc1953mb
    "We permanently retired here this summer. Wanted to be near the beach and the inter-coastal waterway. Love that we can walk or bike anywhere. Restaurants, grocery stores, movie theater are all within walking distance from our home. The town is well-kept with landscapers. Beautiful beaches."
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  • Bobbiburns1966
    "I live here on Emerald Isle, we have beautiful clean beaches, lots of vol. activities and beautiful blue skies."
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Frequently asked questions about 121 Shell Dr

  • What is 121 Shell Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 121 Shell Dr in Emerald Isle, NC is $810,800.
  • What is the price history for 121 Shell Dr?
    121 Shell Dr in Emerald Isle, NC last sold for $440,000 in July 2008.
  • Is Emerald Isle a buyer's or seller's market?
    Emerald Isle is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Emerald Isle?
    Residents describe Emerald Isle, NC as dog-friendly, quiet, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Emerald Isle, NC.
  • How big is the lot at 121 Shell Dr?
    The lot at 121 Shell Dr in Emerald Isle, NC is about 0.27 acres (11,761 sq ft).