





$279,000
About this home
One of the Last Remaining Homesites in Downtown Manteo, North Carolina. Opportunities like this are becoming exceptionally rare. Nestled within one of Manteo's premier waterfront communities, this 0.17± acre homesite is one of only two remaining buildable lots, offering the chance to build your dream coastal home in one of the most sought-after destinations on North Carolina's Outer Banks. This community overlooks the beautiful waters of Shallowbag Bay and Roanoke Sound, offering more than just a homesite--it offers an unmatched coastal lifestyle. Imagine beginning your mornings watching spectacular sunrises over the sound, spending afternoons boating or fishing, and ending your evenings with a walk along the waterfront boardwalk. The community provides direct access to more than 1.4 miles of scenic waterfront boardwalks and docks, along with a multi-slip marina, making it easy to enjoy everything the surrounding waters have to offer. Whether your passion is sailing, boating, kayaking, or fishing, the adventure begins just steps from your front door. Location is everything, and this property places you within walking distance of historic downtown Manteo, one of the most charming waterfront towns on the East Coast. Enjoy locally owned restaurants, waterfront dining, coffee shops, boutiques, art galleries, bookstores, and specialty shops while embracing the slower pace and welcoming atmosphere that have made Manteo a favorite destination for generations. Throughout the year, downtown Manteo comes alive with farmers markets, outdoor concerts, waterfront festivals, holiday celebrations, and community events. From your front door, you'll have a front-row seat to many of the town's most cherished traditions, including the beloved Christmas Parade that passes directly by the community and the spectacular Fourth of July and New Year's Eve fireworks over Shallowbag Bay. Living in Manteo also means having the very best of the Outer Banks at your fingertips. Spend your days exploring miles of pristine beaches, world-class fishing, historic lighthouses, the Wright Brothers National Memorial, The Lost Colony, Jockey's Ridge State Park, and countless opportunities for boating, surfing, paddleboarding, birdwatching, and coastal adventure. While millions of visitors travel to the Outer Banks each year for vacation, only a fortunate few have the opportunity to call this remarkable place home. Perhaps the greatest value of this property is its rarity. With only two buildable lots remaining in this desirable waterfront community, opportunities like this may not come again. As available homesites in downtown Manteo continue to disappear, finding a property that combines walkability, waterfront amenities, marina access, stunning views, and proximity to the heart of town has become increasingly difficult. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a luxury vacation retreat, or a long-term investment in one of North Carolina's most desirable coastal communities, this exceptional homesite offers a chance to build not just a house--but the coastal lifestyle you've always imagined. Property Highlights - 0.17± acre homesite in a premier waterfront community - One of only two remaining buildable lots - Beautiful views of Shallowbag Bay and Roanoke Sound - Direct access to 1.4+ miles of waterfront boardwalks and docks - Community multi-slip marina - Walking distance to historic downtown Manteo - Front-row location for the Fourth of July and New Year's Eve fireworks - Situated along Manteo's cherished Christmas Parade route - Close to Outer Banks beaches, fishing, boating, and coastal attractions - An exceptional opportunity to build in one of the Outer Banks' most desirable waterfront communities.
Property details
- MLS
- Hive MLS
- MLS #
- 100599889
- Property type
- Residential Lot
- Subdivision
- N/A
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 52
- On market date
- August 29, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- N/A
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.17 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 649
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.2:1
- District
- Dare County Schools
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.7:1
- District
- Dare County Schools
- Enrollment
- 583
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.9:1
- District
- Dare County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Manteo's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 1, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.







