276 days on market
$635,000
133 Blue Heron Ln
Knotts Island, North Carolina 27950
MLS# 10599734 · KNOTTS ISLAND NC · Currituck County NC
Updated Jun 1, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,655/mo
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Days on market
276
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- ElementaryKnotts Island Elementary—
- MiddleCurrituck County Middle—
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About this home
Great potential in this formerly approved subdivision, Over 50 plus acres of both cleared and wooded land located on a wonderful high ridge in the southern end of Knotts Island. Homeowners would enjoy water views, exceptional fishing, hunting and sunsets from the Currituck Sound. Easily accessible boat launch located within a half mile of Fentress Farm Estates.
Listed by Brian Colombrito · The Real Estate Group
VaHome Team property overview
133 Blue Heron Lane is a 51-acre land parcel on Knotts Island, North Carolina — a rare, large-acreage opportunity on a quiet barrier island community tucked between Currituck Sound and the Virginia border, offering genuine seclusion with surprising regional access.
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Why this home stands out
Fifty-one acres on Knotts Island is not something you come across often. This is the kind of land that invites a custom homestead, a working farm, a hunting retreat, or simply a private sanctuary on one of the most unhurried stretches of coastal Carolina. The scale here gives you room to dream big — whether that means horses, crops, a pond, or simply wide-open sky in every direction.
KNOTTS ISLAND NC and the Knotts Island real estate market
Knotts Island, NC sits at the northern tip of Currituck County, physically connected to Virginia Beach by a thin strip of land and accessible from the North Carolina side only by the free Knotts Island Ferry across Currituck Sound. That geography shapes everything about life here. The community is small, tight-knit, and deliberately slow-paced — the kind of place where neighbors wave and wildlife outnumbers traffic. The island is home to the Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge, drawing waterfowl hunters, birders, and kayakers year-round. Farmland and marshland define the landscape, and the night sky is genuinely dark. For anyone searching for Knotts Island NC land for sale, 133 Blue Heron Lane represents one of the largest available footprints on the island. Currituck County governs the area, keeping taxes modest relative to coastal Virginia. It is a rare address — rural in the truest sense, yet within a reasonable drive of Virginia Beach conveniences.
What's nearby
Daily errands require a short ferry ride or a drive north into Virginia Beach, but the tradeoff is a lifestyle most people only imagine. The Knotts Island Ferry terminal is the island's social hub in its own quiet way, and the crossing to Currituck takes roughly 45 minutes. Once on the mainland, Moyock, NC offers fuel, a grocery stop, and basic services within about 20 minutes. Virginia Beach's full retail corridor — grocery chains, hardware stores, medical offices, and restaurants — is accessible in roughly 40 to 50 minutes depending on your route. The Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge trailheads are practically at your doorstep.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Dam Neck Annex is approximately 42 minutes from Knotts Island, making this acreage a realistic option for service members who want maximum distance from base life without sacrificing commute viability. A VA loan can be used to purchase land paired with a primary residence construction — worth exploring if you're planning to build. The privacy and acreage here are hard to match anywhere near the Hampton Roads corridor.
For buyers drawn to character
If your vision involves a working farm, a private hunting camp, a horse property, or simply land that nobody else can see into from the road, 51 acres on Knotts Island is a serious canvas. The island's wildlife refuge surroundings, coastal Carolina light, and genuine agricultural character make this a property for buyers who know exactly what they want — and are willing to go find it.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 133 Blue Heron Lane from Dam Neck Annex?
The drive from Knotts Island to Dam Neck Annex takes approximately 42 minutes under normal conditions, routing north through Virginia Beach via the land connection or ferry crossing depending on your starting point.
Is Knotts Island accessible by road or only by ferry?
Knotts Island can be reached by road from the north through Virginia Beach, or by the free Knotts Island Ferry from Currituck on the North Carolina side — the ferry crossing takes roughly 45 minutes and runs on a published schedule.
What can 51 acres on Knotts Island be used for?
Knotts Island's agricultural and rural character supports a wide range of uses including farming, equestrian property, hunting land, and custom homestead construction — buyers should confirm specific zoning and permitted uses with Currituck County directly.
Is 133 Blue Heron Lane in a flood zone?
Knotts Island's coastal and low-lying geography means flood zone status is an important consideration; buyers should review the current FEMA flood map for this parcel and factor flood insurance requirements into their planning.
Does this property have HOA restrictions?
No HOA is associated with 133 Blue Heron Lane, which is typical for large rural acreage parcels on Knotts Island — land use is governed by Currituck County zoning rather than a homeowners association.
Curious about building, farming, or simply owning 51 acres on one of coastal Carolina's most distinctive islands? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan to talk through your vision.
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Sale & Tax History
List Price
$635,000
Price / Sq Ft
$0
Annual Taxes
$2,100
Monthly Tax
$175
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.33%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Aug 29, 2025 | $635,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $635,000 | — |
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,655/moPrincipal & interest
$3,295
Property tax
$175
Home insurance
$185
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.
Listed by The Real Estate Group · MLS# 10599734
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$635,000
133 Blue Heron LN, KNOTTSISLAND NC 27950
Knotts Island, North Carolina 27950
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