47 days on market
$526,990
448 Knotts Island Rd
Knotts Island, North Carolina 27950
MLS# 10626409 · KNOTTS ISLAND NC · Currituck County NC
Updated May 5, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,044/mo
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Price / sq ft
$250
2,107 sq ft
Days on market
47
HOA
None
Year built
1987
39 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,107
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryKnotts Island Elementary—
- MiddleCurrituck County Middle—
- HighCurrituck County—
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About this home
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 p…
Listed by Catherine Sassone · Atkinson Realty
VaHome Team property overview
448 Knotts Island Road sits on a full acre in one of coastal Virginia and North Carolina's most unhurried corners — a 4-bedroom, 2-bath home built in 1987 with 2,107 square feet of space, genuine elbow room, and a wildlife refuge practically at your back door.
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Why this home stands out
An acre of land this close to the Outer Banks coast is genuinely rare, and 448 Knotts Island Road delivers it alongside 2,107 square feet of single-family living built to last. The 1987 construction means solid bones and real room sizes — four bedrooms, two full baths — without the cramped footprints that define newer infill builds. Add a wildlife refuge less than a mile away and you have a lifestyle that's hard to replicate anywhere near this coastline.
KNOTTS ISLAND NC and the Knotts Island real estate market
Knotts Island is a peninsula community tucked between Currituck Sound and the North Carolina–Virginia border, and it operates on its own clock. There are no stoplights, no strip malls, and no traffic jams — just marsh views, open sky, and a tight-knit community of people who chose this place on purpose. If you've been scrolling through town houses for sale in crowded coastal markets and wondering why nothing feels right, Knotts Island answers that question quickly. The land here is wide, the neighbors know each other, and the pace is genuinely slower. Getting on and off the island means either a scenic drive through Currituck County or a short ferry ride across the sound — both of which feel more like amenities than inconveniences once you've made the commute a few times. The broader Currituck County area blends rural character with reasonable access to Virginia Beach and the northern Outer Banks, making this peninsula a legitimate home base rather than just a weekend escape.
What's nearby
Day-to-day basics are closer than you'd expect for a rural peninsula. Dollar General is just 0.2 miles away, and Knotts Island Market — a genuine local grocery — is within 0.3 miles, so quick runs for essentials don't require leaving the island. The real draw, though, is what's outside your door: Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge is 0.7 miles from the address, offering thousands of acres of marshland, waterfowl habitat, and quiet trails. The Great Marsh Trail 0.3 Mile Loop is under a mile away and makes a perfect morning walk. This is a neighborhood where the outdoors is the amenity.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Dam Neck Annex is about 37 minutes from 448 Knotts Island Road, and NAS Oceana runs roughly 42 minutes — both manageable for daily commutes. A VA loan can make a full-acre property like this surprisingly accessible, and BAH rates for the Virginia Beach area give you real purchasing power in a market where land this size is uncommon. The quiet peninsula setting is a genuine decompression zone after a long day on base.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been searching for obx houses for sale and keep finding the same dense beach-block layouts, Knotts Island Road offers something different — a 1987 single-family home on a full acre, bordered by wildlife refuge land and marsh, where the lot is as much a feature as the house itself. This is a property with a sense of place that newer construction simply can't manufacture.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 448 Knotts Island Road from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is approximately 37 minutes from 448 Knotts Island Road under normal conditions. The route takes you north through Currituck County and into Virginia Beach.
How do you get on and off Knotts Island?
Knotts Island is accessible by a scenic road route through Currituck County or via the Knotts Island Ferry, which crosses Currituck Sound and connects to Currituck on the mainland — a popular option for commuters heading toward Virginia Beach.
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 coastal peninsula community where land tends to be limited.
Is 448 Knotts Island Road in a flood zone?
Knotts Island is a low-lying coastal peninsula, so flood zone status is an important consideration — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA designation for this address.
What parks or outdoor areas are near 448 Knotts Island Road?
Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge is just 0.7 miles away and encompasses thousands of acres of protected marshland and wildlife habitat. The Great Marsh Trail 0.3 Mile Loop is under a mile from the address and offers an easy, scenic walk.
Want to know more about 448 Knotts Island Road or the Knotts Island peninsula? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail — reach out today.
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Location & Neighborhood
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448 Knotts Island RD, Knotts Island
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,107
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$526,990
Price / Sq Ft
$250
Annual Taxes
$1,867
Monthly Tax
$156
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.35%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Mar 24, 2026 | $526,990 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $526,990 | — |
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,044/moPrincipal & interest
$2,734
Property tax
$156
Home insurance
$154
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Atkinson Realty · MLS# 10626409
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$526,990
448 Knotts Island RD, KNOTTSISLAND NC 27950
Knotts Island, North Carolina 27950
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