1606 E Dolphin Dr, Oak Island, NC 28465
OFF MARKET

1606 E Dolphin Dr
Oak Island, NC 28465

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 975 sqft

$668,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,843/mo*
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$668,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,843/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
975 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1973
Living Area
975 sqft
Price/Sqft
$686

About this House

Walk to the picturesque Atlantic Ocean plus Ocean Crest fishing pier and restaurant within 3 minutes from this 3rd row beach home on Oak Island. Generously furnished 5-bedroom 2.5 bath with guest quarters on the bottom level. Full kitchen on top and bottom floor for entirely separate living spaces! Large lot big enough for an inground pool, covered front porch and patio, storage shed and more! Great location to utilize as a vacation rental property. Decent potential with ample square footage for a fun family getaway property!
1606 E Dolphin Dr, Oak Island, NC 28465 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 975 sqft single-family home built in 1973. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $668,700, with a rent estimate of $2,622/month.

Home Details for 1606 E Dolphin Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining RoomCeiling Fan

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Piers

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Price History for 1606 E Dolphin Dr

DatePriceEventSource
05/21/2020$349,950ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/24/2020$349,950Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Oak Island

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$570K
$8KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$404
$12MoM
Available listings
270
4MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,249
Assessment$588,750
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1606 E Dolphin Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1617 E Beach Drive, Oak Island, NC
0.16
Single-Family Home
$991,515
08/04/25
3
2
1,030
1414 E Beach Drive, Oak Island, NC
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,030,000
12/03/25
3
2
1,579
1903 E Pelican Drive, Oak Island, NC
0.19
Single-Family Home
$720,900
01/07/26
3
2
1,344
111b SE 17th Street #A, Oak Island, NC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$729,000
02/20/26
3
2
1,491
1634 E Dolphin Drive, Oak Island, NC
0.13
Single-Family Home
$830,000
11/19/25
4
2
1,673
1616 E Dolphin Drive, Oak Island, NC
0.05
Single-Family Home
$750,000
06/15/26
4
3
1,770
926 E Beach Drive, Oak Island, NC
0.36
Single-Family Home
$787,000
03/11/26
3
2
1,120
1919 E Beach Drive, Oak Island, NC
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
06/08/26
4
2
1,536
2005 E Oak Island Drive, Oak Island, NC
0.39
Single-Family Home
$452,500
12/29/25
3
2
1,356
111-A SE 17th Street, Oak Island, NC
0.32
Single-Family Home
$729,000
04/20/26
3
2
1,491

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Oak Island

At least 87 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 99 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say it's quiet

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 49 % Say kids play outside

  • 41 % Say there are community events

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 35 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Tim Clare
    "Lots of neighbors walk their dogs regularly and use the dog park in smith park. It is a popular location South Harbor "
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  • tnp
    "The beach the weather the events North Carolina the resturants shops the grocery stores the banks the drug store south port summer spring falll new years paper lantern parade Marci gras "
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  • Natalie
    "Walking on beach during the off season. Dog friendly community where everyone loves morning walks………"
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  • Asjilcott
    "good parks, poor public schools, charter school & christian schools available within 10 miles of OKI "
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  • Tim Clare
    "Great part of costal North Carolina. Plan on living here a long time without regrets. Don’t forget about Southport!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood has shopping and food nearby. We also have a grocery store nearby by. This is a very friendly neighborhood!"
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  • Taf_19
    "Beach community - filled with full-time, part-time and tourists. All are usually very courteous and friendly. Laid back atmosphere."
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  • Nancyrhall
    "Safe and very family friendly! We are hoping to buy here. We have family living here. Great rec center."
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  • Jackiecastro
    "Sometimes the renters do not pick up after their dogs on the beach which is unacceptable Dogs need to be leashes certain times of the year (beach season) "
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  • Sue A.
    "I am on the water, for the most part it is quiet. The town of Oak Island doesn’t take care of the town the way it should"
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  • Scottieruss
    "I've lived here all my life it used to be really nice and now it's grown up so much it's not what it was. more crimes more drugs but it's but I have to deal with now because I don't have the money to move out of state or out of County. the rent here is unbelievably High and the water bill is even astronomical. "
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  • Chgrey1961
    "This is more of a retired community. If people do have children their kids are safe here They can ride their bikes. The schools here are good. I’d raise my kids here but my kids are already grown "
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  • Marycarol Jones
    "Mayberry by the sea. Population is growing. As of 2/19, 8,400 full time residents. Like stepping back in time 40+ years"
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  • Krissaunders6
    "The proximity to the beach is wonderful, but the beach crowd is very manageable. Wonderful throwback beach town."
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  • sld3009
    "Neighbors watch out for each other but don't cause problems. People are friendly, caring. Good at sharing information.y"
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  • tammymccaff
    "Small town, coastal community. most businesses are local merchants. The closest larger towns are Wilmington to the north and Myrtle Beach to the south. Love the small town community. "
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  • Rmccune98
    "plenty of room for walks and exercise. great pet shop with lots of supplies and a good variety of food"
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  • Teresa C.
    "Parks and recreation center free concerts free beach access pharmacy two local grocery stores, hospitals close by and many doctors and several urgent care centers"
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  • Rmccune98
    "Great place to live and have friends and family visit. I like the sound of the ocean especially at night. "
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  • Teresa R.
    "There is no public transportation and even if there were, I work 45mins away. It is a beautiful touristy place to live. It is also very clickish here."
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  • Rmccune98
    "Island life is great and love living here part time. Wonderful community, I look forward to retiring here. "
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  • Billie M.
    "Just moved here from Alabama. Very friendly people and lots of dogs which I love. Everyone seems to be happy bc they add most likely on vacation. Lots of food options. "
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  • Caitlyn M.
    "Lots of old people, contractors building houses, and it’s dead in the winter time! How fun it can be"
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  • Kellie C.
    "Not many people here during the slow season. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, be prepared for higher numbers...but even with the higher amounts of people here, you’ll still have 30’ of beach to your left and right, forward and back all to yourself!!"
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