Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Emerald Isle, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Emerald Isle, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
9201 Coast Guard Road unit: F202 Emerald Isle, NC Welcome to your own piece of paradise in the prestigious oceanfront community of Pebble Be...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 612 sq.ft.	$285,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.38% Traditional cash on cash: -2.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $660 Traditional Rental Income: $199 Airbnb ROI: -2.38% Traditional ROI: -2.98%
7316 Archers Creek Drive Emerald Isle, NC Situated on a generous corner lot on the sound side of Emerald Isle, this coastal retreat ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,099 sq.ft.	$775,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.8% Traditional cash on cash: -0.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $742 Airbnb ROI: -0.8% Traditional ROI: -0.94%
5713 Emerald Drive Emerald Isle, NC Only 4 rows from the ocean, this exceptional Emerald Isle retreat is a true beach lover's ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,725 sq.ft.	$650,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.15% Traditional cash on cash: -0.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $567 Airbnb ROI: -0.15% Traditional ROI: -0.6%
113 Sea Gull Road Emerald Isle, NC 113 Seagull Road is like discovering Pirate's Booty hidden in plain sight. This rare Emera...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,926 sq.ft.	$950,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.38% Traditional cash on cash: -0.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $503 Airbnb ROI: -0.38% Traditional ROI: -0.76%
9707 Poseidon Road Emerald Isle, NC Coastal Comfort in Dolphin's Ridge - Custom-Built & Close to the Shore This thoughtfully d...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 2,696 sq.ft.	$1,310,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.01% Traditional cash on cash: 0.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $3348 Airbnb ROI: -1.01% Traditional ROI: 0.78%
9201 Coast Guard Road unit: F204 Emerald Isle, NC Charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in beautiful Emerald Isle offering the perfect coastal li...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 889 sq.ft.	$425,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.63% Traditional cash on cash: -2.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $800 Traditional Rental Income: $269 Airbnb ROI: -1.63% Traditional ROI: -2.15%
9804 Heath Place Emerald Isle, NC Located on a quiet cul-de-sac just steps from the beach, this updated island home offers a...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,514 sq.ft.	$978,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.24% Traditional cash on cash: 0.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $2122 Airbnb ROI: -0.24% Traditional ROI: 0.8%
103 Grace Court Emerald Isle, NC Located on the desirable 3rd row setting in Emerald Isle, this beautifully renovated home ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,109 sq.ft.	$1,399,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.39% Traditional cash on cash: 0.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $2282 Airbnb ROI: -0.39% Traditional ROI: 0.46%
7121 Ocean Drive unit: West Emerald Isle, NC Wake up to the sound of waves rolling ashore and savor breathtaking ocean views from every...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,690 sq.ft.	$1,200,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.38% Traditional cash on cash: -0.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $1371 Airbnb ROI: -0.38% Traditional ROI: -0.21%
8801 Reed Drive unit: 612 Emerald Isle, NC Top-Floor Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA - Fully Furnished \| Sound of the Sea 612, Emerald Isle...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 990 sq.ft.	$585,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -3.21% Traditional cash on cash: -3.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $800 Traditional Rental Income: $352 Airbnb ROI: -3.21% Traditional ROI: -3.44%
205 Aberlady Bay Emerald Isle, NC Coastal Elegance with Deeded Beach Access Perfectly positioned in one of Emerald Isle's mo...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 5,650 sq.ft.	$2,200,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.77% Traditional cash on cash: 0.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $2772 Airbnb ROI: -0.77% Traditional ROI: 0.01%
313 Loblolly Street Emerald Isle, NC Tucked away on a peaceful soundside street, this coastal retreat offers the best of Emeral...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,612 sq.ft.	$719,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.21% Traditional cash on cash: -0.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $360 Airbnb ROI: -0.21% Traditional ROI: -0.93%
8504 Reed Drive Emerald Isle, NC Located in the heart of Emerald Isle, this immaculate 3 bedroom/2 bath beach home offers t...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,085 sq.ft.	$695,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.15% Traditional cash on cash: -1.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $214 Airbnb ROI: -0.15% Traditional ROI: -1.12%
2414 Ocean Drive Emerald Isle, NC SECOND ROW TO THE MIGHTY ATLANTIC IN GORGEOUS EMERALD ISLE! A Big Beautiful Home With Ocea...	5 beds \| 6 baths \| 3,039 sq.ft.	$1,749,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.33% Traditional cash on cash: 1% Airbnb Rental Income: $2005 Traditional Rental Income: $3644 Airbnb ROI: -0.33% Traditional ROI: 1%
303 Live Oak Street Emerald Isle, NC Welcome to a coastal retreat where comfort, flexibility, and island living come together e...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,230 sq.ft.	$899,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.39% Traditional cash on cash: -0.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $1038 Airbnb ROI: -0.39% Traditional ROI: -0.15%
312 Cape Fear Loop Emerald Isle, NC Seller is extremely motivated! Move-in ready and perfectly positioned in the gated communi...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,544 sq.ft.	$674,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.41% Traditional cash on cash: -0.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $633 Airbnb ROI: -0.41% Traditional ROI: -0.74%
214 Sandfiddler E Emerald Isle, NC Welcome to this charming coastal 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage nestled in an exclusive oceanfr...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,800 sq.ft.	$750,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.39% Traditional cash on cash: -0.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $833 Airbnb ROI: -0.39% Traditional ROI: -0.4%
101 24th Street Emerald Isle, NC 2nd Row Full Duplex in Emerald Isle!	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,340 sq.ft.	$869,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.12% Traditional cash on cash: -0.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $317 Airbnb ROI: 0.12% Traditional ROI: -0.94%
9100 Reed Drive unit: 3202 Emerald Isle, NC Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this beautifully updated and furnished, 1 BR /1 Bath c...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 672 sq.ft.	$315,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.61% Traditional cash on cash: -2.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $660 Traditional Rental Income: $291 Airbnb ROI: -2.61% Traditional ROI: -2.84%
2106 Ocean Drive Emerald Isle, NC Welcome to 2106 Ocean Drive - a furnished coastal retreat just steps from the sand with di...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,253 sq.ft.	$1,050,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.13% Traditional cash on cash: -1.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $170 Airbnb ROI: -0.13% Traditional ROI: -1.16%
102 Fairfax Road Emerald Isle, NC Welcome to coastal living reimagined at this beautifully renovated home in the heart of Em...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,640 sq.ft.	$889,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.34% Traditional cash on cash: -1.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $288 Airbnb ROI: -0.34% Traditional ROI: -1.01%
5423 Emerald Drive Emerald Isle, NC BEAUTIFUL UPDATES AT 5423 Emerald Drive This retreat offers the kind of coastal lifestyle ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,445 sq.ft.	$1,295,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.38% Traditional cash on cash: -0.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $1187 Airbnb ROI: -0.38% Traditional ROI: -0.37%
6815 Canal Drive Emerald Isle, NC Unobstructed Intracoastal Waterway views and spectacular sunsets highlight this sound-side...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,519 sq.ft.	$695,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.07% Traditional cash on cash: -0.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $521 Airbnb ROI: -0.07% Traditional ROI: -0.56%
7118 Archers Creek Drive Emerald Isle, NC Welcome home to this beautiful house in the very popular Archers Point neighborhood! The o...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,568 sq.ft.	$965,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.43% Traditional cash on cash: 0.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $1517 Airbnb ROI: -0.43% Traditional ROI: 0.32%
1810 Emerald Drive Emerald Isle, NC Experience the best of coastal living at this beautifully updated soundfront home in Emera...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,440 sq.ft.	$1,375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.63% Traditional cash on cash: -0.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $512 Airbnb ROI: -0.63% Traditional ROI: -0.89%
9902 Colonel Hanson Court Emerald Isle, NC Enjoy relaxed beachside living in this thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home, jus...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,891 sq.ft.	$1,375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.04% Traditional cash on cash: 0.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $2548 Airbnb ROI: -1.04% Traditional ROI: 0.04%
2909 Pointe W Drive unit: 3B1 Emerald Isle, NC Turn-key OCEANFRONT investment opportunity at PIER POINTE WEST! This furnished first-floor...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,134 sq.ft.	$620,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.14% Traditional cash on cash: -2.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $800 Traditional Rental Income: $301 Airbnb ROI: -2.14% Traditional ROI: -2.45%
8801 Reed Drive unit: 115W Emerald Isle, NC Lovely oceanfront condo offering an outstanding rental opportunity in the highly desirable...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 990 sq.ft.	$558,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.74% Traditional cash on cash: -3.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $800 Traditional Rental Income: $205 Airbnb ROI: -2.74% Traditional ROI: -3.26%
7028 Archers Creek Drive unit: North Emerald Isle, NC Sound-Side Living in Archer's Creek - Updated Half Duplex with Income-Producing Potential!...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,033 sq.ft.	$535,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.02% Traditional cash on cash: -1.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $280 Airbnb ROI: -0.02% Traditional ROI: -1.14%
307 Cape Fear Loop Emerald Isle, NC Beautiful well appointed 4 bedroom 4 1/2 bath home in the gated sound side community of Ca...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 3,752 sq.ft.	$1,099,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.39% Traditional cash on cash: 2.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $3942 Airbnb ROI: -0.39% Traditional ROI: 2.32%
416 Sunrise Court Emerald Isle, NC This absolutely breathtaking coastal home and deeded boat slip with lift embodies the very...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,822 sq.ft.	$1,295,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.43% Traditional cash on cash: 0.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $2462 Airbnb ROI: -0.43% Traditional ROI: 0.64%
403 Emerald Landing Drive Emerald Isle, NC Nestled within the coveted serene, sound-front community of Emerald Landing, 403 Emerald L...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,115 sq.ft.	$940,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.65% Traditional cash on cash: -0.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $676 Airbnb ROI: -0.65% Traditional ROI: -0.84%
106 Wyndward Court Emerald Isle, NC Ideally located near The Point in Emerald Isle, this beautifully upgraded coastal retreat ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,174 sq.ft.	$950,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0% Traditional cash on cash: -0.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $901 Airbnb ROI: 0% Traditional ROI: -0.31%
1905 Emerald Drive Emerald Isle, NC Coastal Luxury Just Steps from the Shore with Breath Taking Views! This stunning 3rd-row h...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 2,737 sq.ft.	$1,620,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.25% Traditional cash on cash: 0.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $2005 Traditional Rental Income: $3180 Airbnb ROI: -0.25% Traditional ROI: 0.88%
9201 Coast Guard Road Emerald Isle, NC Step inside B204 at Pebble Beach and feel the ease of coastal living from the moment you a...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,120 sq.ft.	$578,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.98% Traditional cash on cash: -2.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $1235 Traditional Rental Income: $209 Airbnb ROI: -0.98% Traditional ROI: -2.15%

Real Estate investment in Emerald-isle, NC

There are 131 properties for sale in the city of Emerald Isle . The median list price in Emerald Isle is $830,000 and the average price per square foot is $449. In April 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Emerald Isle is N/A%. The average monthly rental income in Emerald Isle is $1,371.

Emerald-isle, NC Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 131 investment properties available for sale in Emerald-isle.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Emerald Isle.

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Emerald-isle with average rental income of $1,371.

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Investment Property for Sale in Emerald Isle, NC

9201 Coast Guard Road unit: F202

Emerald Isle, NC

1 beds | 1 baths | 612 sq.ft.

$285,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -2.38%

Traditional cash on cash: -2.98%

Airbnb Rental Income: $660

Traditional Rental Income: $199

Airbnb ROI: -2.38%

Traditional ROI: -2.98%

7316 Archers Creek Drive

Emerald Isle, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,099 sq.ft.

$775,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.8%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.94%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1235

Traditional Rental Income: $742

Airbnb ROI: -0.8%

Traditional ROI: -0.94%

5713 Emerald Drive

Emerald Isle, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,725 sq.ft.

$650,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.15%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.6%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1235

Traditional Rental Income: $567

Airbnb ROI: -0.15%

Traditional ROI: -0.6%

113 Sea Gull Road

Emerald Isle, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,926 sq.ft.

$950,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.38%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.76%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1235

Traditional Rental Income: $503

Airbnb ROI: -0.38%

Traditional ROI: -0.76%

9707 Poseidon Road

Emerald Isle, NC

4 beds | 5 baths | 2,696 sq.ft.

$1,310,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.01%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.78%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1635

Traditional Rental Income: $3348

Airbnb ROI: -1.01%

Traditional ROI: 0.78%

9201 Coast Guard Road unit: F204

Emerald Isle, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 889 sq.ft.

$425,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.63%

Traditional cash on cash: -2.15%

Airbnb Rental Income: $800

Traditional Rental Income: $269

Airbnb ROI: -1.63%

Traditional ROI: -2.15%

9804 Heath Place

Emerald Isle, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 2,514 sq.ft.

$978,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.24%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.8%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1635

Traditional Rental Income: $2122

Airbnb ROI: -0.24%

Traditional ROI: 0.8%

103 Grace Court

Emerald Isle, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 2,109 sq.ft.

$1,399,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.39%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.46%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1635

Traditional Rental Income: $2282

Airbnb ROI: -0.39%