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Knotts Island › ALL OTHERS AREA 200 › 178 Whites Neck Ln✓ Source: REIN MLS #10637191 · record updated Aug 31, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$519,000
$286 / sqft · est. $3,054/mo →
2beds
2baths
1,817sqft
93days on market

178 Whites Neck Ln, Knotts Island, NC 27950

ActiveResidential · built 2003 · ALL OTHERS AREA 200

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

2003

Price / sqft

$286

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,511/yr

County

Currituck County NC

MLS #

10637191

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,817
Stories
1
Flooring
Other, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Loft, PBR with Bath
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Log Home
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Log
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 200
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car
Possession
AT CLOSING

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Situated on approximately 4.9 acres in Knotts Island, NC, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath log cabin home offers water views and a private setting. Built in 2003, the home features 1,817 square feet with vaulted ceilings, exposed wood interior walls, and large windows providing natural light and views of the surrounding property and water. The open living area flows into the kitchen and dining spaces, and the home also includes a spacious loft overlooking the main living area, offering flexible space for a sitting area or an office. A covered front porch provides additional outdoor living space. The property also includes a detached garage/workshop offering additional storage, parking, or hobby space.

Listing courtesy of H Kim Old · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10637191

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

A two-bedroom, two-bath home on Knotts Island, North Carolina — 1,817 square feet of quiet coastal living built in 2003, set apart from the mainland by the Currituck Sound and connected by a free state ferry. Life here moves at its own pace.

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Why this home stands out

Knotts Island is genuinely rare: a small barrier community reachable by a scenic ferry ride across the Currituck Sound, with no bridge traffic and no strip-mall sprawl. At 178 Whites Neck Lane, you get a well-proportioned 2003-built home with two full baths and over 1,800 square feet — enough room to breathe — in a setting that most Hampton Roads buyers never even consider, and that's exactly what makes it worth a closer look.

ALL OTHERS AREA 200 and the Knotts Island real estate market

Knotts Island sits at the southern tip of Currituck County, North Carolina, physically separated from the Virginia Beach mainland by the Currituck Sound. The free NC DOT ferry from Currituck connects the island to the broader region, making the commute feel like a daily decompression rather than a chore. The island is largely preserved wetland and wildlife habitat — part of the Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge borders the community — so the landscape stays open, green, and genuinely uncrowded. Neighbors here tend to know each other. The pace is slower, the skies are wider, and the light off the sound at dusk is the kind of thing that makes people stay far longer than they planned. For buyers comparing coastal North Carolina properties, this corner of Currituck County offers a lifestyle that's hard to replicate anywhere closer to a city.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands require a ferry ride or a drive north into Virginia Beach, so Knotts Island rewards people who enjoy a quieter rhythm. That said, IslandLotus Yoga & Spa is just 0.8 miles away — a genuine local gem for wellness, recovery, and slowing down intentionally. The Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge trails are essentially at your doorstep for hiking and birding. Currituck's broader amenities, including grocery and dining options, are accessible via the ferry connection, and Virginia Beach's full commercial corridor is reachable within a reasonable drive once you're on the mainland.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Dam Neck Annex is roughly 42 minutes away once you factor in the ferry — not a daily-commute distance for everyone, but for service members who value space, privacy, and a true separation between work and home, Knotts Island delivers something the crowded corridors near base simply can't. A VA loan can make the financing side straightforward, and the island's low-density character means your off-duty hours actually feel like off-duty hours.

For buyers drawn to character

If your checklist includes 'somewhere genuinely different,' 178 Whites Neck Lane is worth the ferry ride. Knotts Island is not a subdivision — it's a living coastal community bordered by federal wildlife refuge land, connected to the mainland by water, and largely untouched by the development pressures that have reshaped so much of coastal Virginia and North Carolina. The 2003-built home gives you modern bones inside a setting that feels timeless.

More buyer questions

How far is 178 Whites Neck Lane from Dam Neck Annex?

The drive from Knotts Island to Dam Neck Annex is approximately 42 minutes, which includes the free NC DOT ferry crossing from Currituck. Service members who value a clear boundary between work and home often find the commute worthwhile.

How does the Knotts Island ferry work?

The NC DOT operates a free passenger and vehicle ferry between Knotts Island and Currituck on a regular daily schedule. The crossing takes roughly 45 minutes and connects residents to the mainland without a toll or fee.

Is 178 Whites Neck Lane in a flood zone?

Knotts Island is a coastal community and portions of the area carry flood zone designations — your lender and insurance agent will pull the current FEMA map panel for this specific parcel, and the property's FloodRisk tile on this page shows the official designation.

What is the lot and property type at 178 Whites Neck Lane?

The property is a residential single-family home built in 2003, offering 1,817 square feet, two bedrooms, and two full baths. Specific lot size details are available in the listing data section of this page.

Are there amenities within walking distance of Whites Neck Lane?

IslandLotus Yoga & Spa is just 0.8 miles away, and the Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge trail system is close by for outdoor recreation. For grocery shopping and broader retail, residents typically make the ferry crossing to the Currituck or Virginia Beach side.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of coastal North Carolina well. Reach out to schedule a visit — ferry ride included in the experience.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

  • ElementaryKnotts Island Elementary
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  • MiddleMoyock Middle
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  • HighCurrituck County
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VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 4 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 37053C

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$3,054/mo

Principal & interest

$2,693

Property tax

$209

Home insurance

$151

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Price context — similar nearby homes

$499,000 – $849,900

The 3 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 1 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

105 Knotts Landing LN · 0.3 mi · 1,959 sqft$849,900 sold 2026-06
166 Blackfoot RD · 0.9 mi · 1,707 sqft$499,000 under contract
448 Knotts Island RD · 2.5 mi · 2,107 sqft$499,990 under contract

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$519,000

Price / Sq Ft

$286

Annual Taxes

$2,511

Monthly Tax

$209

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.48%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 30, 2026$519,000—
Price reducedAug 28, 2026$519,000−$20,900
Currently listed—$519,000—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Knotts Island Assessor (Google)

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

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Market tempo

93 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 178 Whites Neck Ln in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Knotts Island Elementary, Moyock Middle, Currituck County. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 178 Whites Neck Ln in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 4 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is there a gym near 178 Whites Neck Ln?+
Yes — IslandLotus Yoga & Spa is about 0.6 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Does 178 Whites Neck Ln have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 178 Whites Neck Ln built?+
It was built in 2003, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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178 Whites Neck Ln, Knotts Island, North Carolina 27950 · MLS #10637191 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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