501 Dora Drive Manteo, NC 27954

Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home on a corner lot in the desirable Roanoke Village neighborhood of Manteo. While nestled in a quiet community setting, it is also walkable to downtown Manteo, where you can enjoy local restaurants, shops, and waterfront attractions. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone, providing the perfect spot for a rocking chair and morning coffee. Inside, the foyer opens to a large living room featuring pine hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light. The living area flows into the open kitchen and dining room, which boasts brand-new appliances and plenty of cabinet space, with a powder room and laundry area conveniently located nearby.

Upstairs, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and updated bathroom with porcelain tile flooring, a double-sink vanity, and new faucets. Two additional bedrooms share a hall bath that features a tiled tub/shower combination, updated vanity, and new luxury vinyl tile flooring. A spacious attic on this level provides excellent storage options. From the kitchen and dining area, step out to the back deck and private fenced yard, an ideal gathering space for family, friends, children, or pets. The backyard is equipped with twinkle lights on a sensor for evening ambiance, an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a beach day, and a fully outfitted shed that serves as a versatile retreat or hobby space. Complete with a window unit, wine cooler, mini refrigerator, and a commercial-grade 200 lb/day ice machine with water filter, this space is perfect for entertaining, hobbies, or extra storage. Another bonus is that the home is connected to municipal water and sewer through the Town of Manteo, eliminating the need to maintain a private septic system and offering extra peace of mind.

Additional features of this home include a generator hookup, encapsulated crawlspace with dehumidifier, an essential in a coastal town, tilt-in windows for easy cleaning, and an exterior wired camera system with motion activated floodlights. Whether you’re looking for a comfortable primary residence or an investment opportunity, this property offers both. Its walkability to town makes it easy to enjoy strolls to the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse, the Maritime Museum, Festival Park for live music, and all that downtown Manteo has to offer.

Updates include: FORTIFIED Roof (2023), ENCAPSULATED Crawlspace with DEHUMIDIFIER and French drain (2024), new Exterior Paint (2025), New Appliances—washer and oven (2025), refrigerator (2024), dryer (2023), Fresh Interior Paint (2025), Master Bath Update (2025), Second Bathroom Remodel (2023), New Plantation Window Blinds (2025), New Ceiling Fans in all Bedrooms and Living room (2023), Exterior Deck Stain (2025).