Welcome to 1401 Canal Dr, Unit 3, located in the desirable Captain's Quarters community in Carolina Beach. This meticulously kept 3 br, 2.5 ba townhome offers 1,240 square feet of comfortable coastal living with thoughtful updates throughout & stunning canal views. The open concept living space feels bright & inviting, featuring smooth ceilings, updated bathrooms, & new LVP flooring with fresh stairway carpet installed in 2025. The kitchen was tastefully refreshed in 2024 with quartz countertops, elegant custom backsplash, & new appliances, making it both functional and stylish for everyday living or entertaining. Hurricane windows have been added in the kitchen, 2nd bedroom, & 3rd bedroom, along with a new primary bedroom sliding doors installed in 2018 that includes a 1-time transferable warranty. Step outside and enjoy new composite decking completed in 2023, perfect for relaxing after a day on the water. This unit comes fully furnished, including 2 kayaks, so it's ready to enjoy from day one. Boaters will appreciate the private 10' x 30' boat slip with lighting, electricity, & water, along with new community docks updated in 2024. The community pool was resurfaced in 2024 & offers a peaceful place to unwind. The property includes a private garage & ample additional parking, plus recent structural improvements to the building completed in 2025. Located just 1 block from one of the widest parts Carolina Beach, this home offers easy access to both the ocean & canal, with spectacular sunset views right outside your door. Short-term rentals are allowed with a minimum three-night stay, adding strong investment potential. HOA fees include a master insurance policy covering fire, flood, liability, & wind & hail, & recently proposed infrastructure improvements along Canal Drive add even more long-term value. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, 2nd home, or rental, this waterfront home delivers location, updates, & lifestyle in one complete package.
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB. Selling Office: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage.

Copyright 2026 NCRMLS. All rights reserved. North Carolina Regional Multiple Listing Service, (NCRMLS), provides content displayed here (“provided content”) on an “as is” basis and makes no representations or warranties regarding the provided content, including, but not limited to those of non-infringement, timeliness, accuracy, or completeness. Individuals and companies using information presented are responsible for verification and validation of information they utilize and present to their customers and clients. NCRMLS will not be liable for any damage or loss resulting from use of the provided content or the products available through Portals, IDX, VOW, and/or Syndication. Recipients of this information shall not resell, redistribute, reproduce, modify, or otherwise copy any portion thereof without the expressed written consent of NCRMLS.