New Oceanfront Short Sale on S fort Fisher Comes on Market in Kure

As soon as I saw this Kure Beach oceanfront home with 2569 square feet, 5BR and 4 BA come on the market for $599,000 my eyes bugged out.  I initially told myself that is at least a $650,000 home…and then I saw it is a short sale and the listing made more sense.  Short sales are usually listed 5-12% below market value.  they tend to sell 3-5% below market value.

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Most Expensive Oceanfront Kure Beach Home Sold in 2011

It’s always fun to see what we can’t afford eh? Seems like everybody wants to buy a home 5% out of their price range no matter what price they are in. Ask any buyer agent and you’ll get emphatic nodding in agreement….

And the winner for most expensive Kure Beach home sold is….

1055  S Fort Fisher Blvd,  Kure Beach, NC  28449  Sold in 2011 for $1,275,000.

Listing remarks:  Are you looking for a new oceanfront house? If you are then look no further! Fabulous 6 bedroom/6 bath (office has been turned into a 7th bedroom) with three levels, 4189 sq. ft. home located right on the Atlantic ocean! This vacation home makes an unbelievable short term rental property. An inground heated swimming pool with decking has been incl. All the top notch amenities are here including elevator and Anderson windows and doors. No expense was spared. Home comes completely furnished. There are 2 separate laundry rooms on different floors with full size machines. The kitchen has granite counters, tile back splash and stainless appliances – even has 2, yes 2, dishwashers to make easy clean-up after a shrimp boil! What’s even better than 2 dishwashers is the under the counter ice maker making it easy to fill a cooler to take to the beach! This spectacular property is booked out all summer with vacation rentals. Grossed 128,000 in rental income in 2010! Come take a look.

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Luxury Oceanfront Home in Kure Beach vs Budget Real Estate

So how much does it cost to buy oceanfront in Kure Beach.  Let’s say you’re retiring to the area from Arlington Virginia and you are ready for your dream  home.  You research awhile and realize you can get the best value in Kure Beach as opposed to Wrightsville Beach for example.  And Carolina Beach–too turist oriented for your likes.

Luxury Vs. Budget Oceanfront Real EState in Kure Beach

A better way to describe “budget” or “low end” real estate would be to describe the smaller home as a “cottage” as this listing does:

So many options with this oceanfront property. Nostalgic beach cottage on a wonderful lot in desirable Kure Beach. Renovations could leave you with a charming beach cottage or build your dream home on this prime site. Endless opportunity!

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I can’t wait up start showing homes for sale in Kure Beach.  Inventory is almost always countable on one hand as it’s a small community.  It’s s niche community that might fit you like a glove. Who doesn’t want to live in an oceanfront home, feel the breeze and smell the ocean.  Most homes have ocean views with upper level decks and family rooms.