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$499,990
$237 / sqft · est. $2,896/mo →
4beds
2baths
2,107sqft
112days on market

448 Knotts Island Rd, Knotts Island, NC 27950

Under ContractResidential · built 1987 · KNOTTS ISLAND NC

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Beautiful Craftsman Style Island Retreat. Enjoy this 4 bdrm/2 bath home on a beautiful one acre lot with mature trees. Adjacent to wildlife sanctuary. Home features: All new windows & hardiboard siding in 2022, New 5V Rib Galvalume metal roof, Detached oversized garage/workshop, mature trees/landscaping, beautiful hardscape with inground pool. HVAC 4 years old, Propane gas fireplace, Crown Molding in LR, 2 wells on property (house and irrigation well), Beautiful Fiberglass inground pool with travertine border. Covered outdoor space with custom paver fireplace for outdoor entertaining, Flooring-Hardwood, carpet, vinyl, tile, Master with oversized closet/dressing room and large bath with Walk in double head master shower, Generator Ready, Hot tub conveys "as-is" . This house has everything you could want in a serene setting.

Listing courtesy of Catherine Sassone · Atkinson Realty · REIN MLS #10626409

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

448 Knotts Island Road sits on a full acre in one of coastal North Carolina's most unhurried communities — four bedrooms, two baths, and 2,107 square feet of living space built in 1987, minutes from Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge and a short drive to Virginia Beach bases.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 448 Knotts Island Road apart is the combination of genuine elbow room and genuine quiet. A full acre of land in a peninsula community that borders a national wildlife refuge is a rare find anywhere near the Hampton Roads metro. The 1987 construction gives you a solid, established home with room to personalize, while the lot size means outdoor projects, gardens, or simply open space are all on the table.

KNOTTS ISLAND NC and the Knotts Island real estate market

Knotts Island is a small, unhurried peninsula community in Currituck County, North Carolina — physically separated from the mainland and accessible either by a short ferry ride from Currituck or by driving north through Virginia Beach. That geography shapes everything about daily life here. Neighbors know each other. Traffic is light. The pace is slower by design, not by accident. The community sits between Currituck Sound to the west and the Atlantic flyway marshlands to the east, making it a genuine destination for people who want space, water access, and wildlife as part of their everyday backdrop. Knotts Island NC draws a mix of longtime locals, outdoor enthusiasts, and buyers relocating from busier corridors who are ready to trade commute stress for a different kind of lifestyle. Currituck County's jurisdiction means North Carolina property taxes and regulations apply, which is worth factoring into your planning. The island has a small-town character that feels increasingly rare this close to a major metro area.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are simpler than the remote feel might suggest. Dollar General is just 0.2 miles away, and Knotts Island Market is 0.3 miles — both close enough for quick stops without a long drive. When you want to get outside, Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge is 0.7 miles from your door, offering trails, birding, and paddling access across thousands of protected acres. The Great Marsh Trail .3 Mile Loop is less than a mile away and makes for an easy morning walk with serious scenery. Larger shopping and dining options are available once you cross into Virginia Beach.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Dam Neck Annex is about 37 minutes away, and NAS Oceana runs roughly 42 minutes — manageable drives that open up a very different housing option than you'd find closer to base. A VA loan can make a full-acre property like this one more accessible than you might expect, and the Currituck County cost of living tends to work in your favor compared to Virginia Beach addresses at similar square footage.

For buyers drawn to character

If cookie-cutter subdivisions and HOA newsletters aren't your style, Knotts Island is worth a serious look. The peninsula's geography keeps development pressure low and the community feel intact. At 448 Knotts Island Road, you get a 1987 home with a full acre, a national wildlife refuge less than a mile away, and a neighborhood that hasn't been homogenized. This is a place with actual character — the kind that takes decades to develop and can't be replicated.

More buyer questions

How far is 448 Knotts Island Road from Dam Neck Annex?

The drive from 448 Knotts Island Road to Dam Neck Annex takes approximately 37 minutes under normal conditions, routing north through Virginia Beach. The commute involves a mix of rural and suburban roads once you cross into Virginia.

How do you get to Knotts Island from the Virginia Beach side?

From Virginia Beach, you drive south on Princess Anne Road into Currituck County and across the North Carolina state line — no ferry required from that direction. A free state-operated ferry also connects Knotts Island to Currituck, NC on the mainland side, giving residents two route options.

Is 448 Knotts Island Road in a flood zone?

Knotts Island's proximity to Currituck Sound and coastal marshlands means flood zone status is an important consideration for this address. Check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and zone details.

What is the lot size at 448 Knotts Island Road?

The property sits on a full 1-acre lot, which is notably generous for a home in this price corridor and gives you meaningful outdoor space compared to most suburban alternatives near the Hampton Roads area.

Are there outdoor recreation options near 448 Knotts Island Road?

Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge is just 0.7 miles away and offers trails, wildlife observation, and water access across a large protected area. The Great Marsh Trail loop is under a mile from the property and provides an easy, scenic option for daily walks.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Currituck County well. Reach out to talk through what life at 448 Knotts Island Road could look like for you.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

  • ElementaryKnotts Island Elementary
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  • MiddleCurrituck County Middle
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  • HighCurrituck County
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Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1987

Price / sqft

$237

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,867/yr

County

Currituck County NC

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10626409

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
2,107
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Fin. Rm Over Gar, Foyer, Pantry, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan, Generator Hookup
Accessibility
Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Craftsman
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Metal
Exterior
Fiber Cement
Pool
In Ground Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
1.0000
Subdivision
KNOTTS ISLAND NC
Zoning
RES
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 2 Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE.
Miscellaneous
Fuel In Tank Conveys
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Pet on Premises

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 37053C

Flood Risk

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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

$2,896/mo

Principal & interest

$2,594

Property tax

$156

Home insurance

$146

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$499,990

Price / Sq Ft

$237

Annual Taxes

$1,867

Monthly Tax

$156

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.37%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMar 23, 2026$499,990—
Price reducedMay 23, 2026$499,990−$27,000
Currently listed—$499,990—

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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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 448 Knotts Island Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Knotts Island Elementary, Currituck County Middle, Currituck County. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 448 Knotts Island Rd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Are there parks near 448 Knotts Island Rd?+
Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge is about 0.7 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 448 Knotts Island Rd?+
Dollar General is about 0.2 miles away.
Does 448 Knotts Island Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 448 Knotts Island Rd built?+
It was built in 1987, 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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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Catherine Sassone · Atkinson Realty · REIN MLS #10626409

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448 Knotts Island Rd, Knotts Island, North Carolina 27950 · MLS #10626409 · 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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