#100489246, Listing office: Lighthouse Realty
$450,000 List price
142 Rush Point Rd Harkers Island, NC 28531
2 beds
2 full
1,395 sqft
0.5 acres
$323 / sqft
House
Property details
About 142 Rush Point Rd
Welcome to this charming storybook-style cottage, built in 1910 and thoughtfully updated in 1986. Nestled on desirable Harkers Island, this fully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers warmth and character. Key features include comfortable layout with one bedroom with attached bath on first floor and additional bedroom with private bath on second floor with sitting area, bright kitchen overlooking serene water, cozy screened porch, spacious deck sits beneath a majestic Live Oak tree - ideal for dining, relaxing or family gatherings. Additional observation deck/platform at waterside to savor dazzling sunsets. A 10-foot water easement (per deed) ensures access and view corridors for kayaking, fishing, or paddleboarding. Just steps from the waterfront, this cottage is perfect for those seeking a laid-back coastal lifestyle--with unsurpassed natural beauty and community charm. This is a rare slice of Harkers Island history, instantly livable, fully furnished, and offering a peaceful, water-centric way of life. Whether you're seeking a year-round retreat, vacation home, or investment opportunity, this cottage delivers on all fronts. (Dock belongs to neighbor and is not part of this property)
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size1,395 sqft
Lot size0.48 Acres
Year built1910
ParkingDirt, Unpaved, On Site
MLS #100518942
WaterfrontWater Access
Fireplace1
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Dryer
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood, Vinyl
- Interior: Blinds/Shades, Furnished, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Fireplace: 1
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Dirt, Unpaved, On Site
- Waterfront: Water Access
- Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
- List Price: $450,000
- Price/SqFt: $322
- Annual Tax Amount: $875
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Hwy 70 E to Harkers Island, 6th road on right, turn right onto Rush Point Rd., House on Right
- Year Built: 1910
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,395 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.48 Acres
- MLS Number: 100518942
- Office Name: Eddy Myers Real Estate
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $159,885 | $875 |
| 2023 | $159,885 | $875 |
| 2021 | $159,885 | $875 |
| 2020 | $159,885 | $1,148 |
| 2019 | $230,666 | $1,148 |
| 2018 | $230,666 | $1,148 |
| 2017 | $230,666 | $1,148 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Harkers Island Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.8 mi
•1163 Island Rd
4
Tiller School
Public Charter KG-5
3.7 mi
•1950 Live Oak St
7
Beaufort Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.1 mi
•110 Carraway Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $20,119. Most Harkers Island, NC residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
66%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
31%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
51%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
29%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Kmart
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Applebees
Bob Evans
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Buick
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
Oldies
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 142 Rush Point Rd
The listing price of 142 Rush Point Rd property is $450,000.
The property 142 Rush Point Rd is a house located in Harkers Island, North Carolina, 28531.
Active Listing: 142 Rush Point Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 142 Rush Point Rd are: Harkers Island Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Tiller School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Beaufort Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Beaufort Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Smyrna Elementary and Down East Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Morehead City Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), East Carteret High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Marine Science & Tech. Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), West Carteret High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $875 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 142 Rush Point Rd has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 142 Rush Point Rd is 1,395 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 142 Rush Point Rd is 1910.
This home is located at 142 Rush Point Rd in Harkers Island, NC and zip code 28531. This 1,395 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.48 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $450,000.
While more than 0 listings in Harkers Island, NC in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 2 were sold below. The number of listings in Harkers Island, NC decreased by 27.3% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $482,750 and the average listing age was 8 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.