$567,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
196 Lighthouse Rd, Ocracoke, NC 27960
Est. Refi. Payment $3,227/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Nov 6, 2023 for $464,750
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$568KSince last month
Increased$4K (+0.7%)Since last year
Increased$38K (+7.1%)Since last sale
Increased$103K (+22.2%)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 +250% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $568K |
| July 2026 | $564K |
| June 2026 | $569K |
| May 2026 | $556K |
| April 2026 | $548K |
| March 2026 | $547K |
| February 2026 | $536K |
| January 2026 | $547K |
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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 |
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0.10 | Single-Family Home | $625,000 | 05/22/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,763 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $531,750 | 10/06/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,159 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $600,000 | 08/10/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,576 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $690,000 | 07/10/26 | 3 | 3 | 2,465 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $475,000 | 10/03/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,344 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $520,000 | 04/16/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,185 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $725,000 | 12/23/25 | 3 | 3 | 1,186 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $535,300 | 06/02/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,352 |
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 |
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0.05 | $411,700 | 1 | 1 | 475 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $665,000 | Studio | 1 | 325 | Recently Sold | |
0.02 | $565,900 | 2 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.07 | - | 2 | 2 | 391 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $565,900 | 2 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.03 | $375,000 | - | - | - | For Sale | |
0.09 | $375,000 | - | - | - | For Sale | |
0.11 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.12 | $1,190,000 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,823 | For Sale | |
0.12 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.06 | $587,500 | 4 | 2 | 2,113 | Recently Sold |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1910
Lot Size
0.33 acres
Parking
Garage
About this House
Calling all investors! Historic Ocracoke Cottage with huge upside. Cottage is on an oversized lot - Ocracoke minimum lot size is 5,000 sq ft. The cottage was originally built by Isaac O'Neal and was moved in 1930 from the North Pond area to its current location. Property backs up to the Castle Condos which is notoriously island high ground. Property features a historic island cottage with an attached apartment with private entrance. New owner could rent one space while living in the other or have two rental units. There is also an unattached 1 gar garage of 384 sq ft with a concrete floor and fiber cement siding. House and apartment currently have month to month tenants that provides reliable monthly income. Listing agent must accompany showing. Home has 3 bedrooms and a bonus room office.
196 Lighthouse Rd, Ocracoke, NC 27960 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home built in 1910. It last sold for $464,750 on Nov 6, 2023 (22% below the $595,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $567,900, with a rent estimate of $1,363/month.
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by William C Adams, (252) 220-4886
The Rich Company of Ocracoke/OBX
Bill Rich, (252) 333-2596
The Rich Company of Ocracoke/OBX
Bought with: Betty J Oelschlegel, (252) 928-2809, Ocracoke's Lightship Realty
Source: OBAR, MLS#123058

Home Details for 196 Lighthouse Rd
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Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2 |
Heating & Cooling Heating: PropaneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Propane |
View No View |
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Parking & Garage Other Parking: Garage: DetachedNo CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Garage |
Frontage Waterfront: NoneNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 23 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1910 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential |
Building Construction Materials: Wood Siding |
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Price List Price: $595,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Wed Aug 30 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: (21) Sold - Sold CO OP by Member |
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Direction & Address City: OcracokeCommunity: None |
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Lot Area: 0.33 acres |
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Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash |
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Business Information Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months |
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Furnished |
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Mls Number: 123058 |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
Nov 6, 2023 Source: OBAR #123058 | Sold | $464,750 |
Aug 31, 2023 Source: OBAR #123058 | Contingent | $595,000 |
Aug 7, 2023 Source: OBAR #123058 | Listed For Sale | $595,000 |
May 28, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $350,000 |
Feb 6, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $350,000 Price decreased by 7% |
Dec 3, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $375,000 |
Market trends in Ocracoke
Last updated July 2026
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Around this home
What Locals Say about Ocracoke
At least 2 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say people would walk alone at night
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say it's quiet
88 % Say kids play outside
86 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
50 % Say parking is easy
50 % Say there's wildlife
43 % Say there's holiday spirit
33 % Say streets are well-lit
33 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
25 % Say neighbors are friendly
25 % Say there are community events
20 % Say there are sidewalks
17 % Say car is needed
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 196 Lighthouse Rd
- What is 196 Lighthouse Rd estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 196 Lighthouse Rd in Ocracoke, NC is $567,900.
- What is the price history for 196 Lighthouse Rd?196 Lighthouse Rd in Ocracoke, NC last sold for $464,750 in November 2023.
- Is Ocracoke a buyer's or seller's market?Ocracoke is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What are the closest schools to 196 Lighthouse Rd?The closest schools to 196 Lighthouse Rd in Ocracoke, NC are Ocracoke School (K-12, rated 8/10).
- How big is the lot at 196 Lighthouse Rd?The lot at 196 Lighthouse Rd in Ocracoke, NC is about 0.33 acres (14,375 sq ft).
- Does 196 Lighthouse Rd have a garage?Yes, 196 Lighthouse Rd in Ocracoke, NC has a garage.

