Welcome to Tropical Winds, where island living meets comfort and convenience! This fully furnished top-floor condo offers stunning ocean views and a rare 793 sq ft, 1-bedroom / 2 full-bath layout. Located on a quiet, one-way street just steps from beach access, you can enjoy the sound of the waves and the ocean breeze every day. Inside, you'll find updated stainless steel appliances, refreshed bathroom vanities and fixtures, and tasteful coastal decor. A large ground-floor storage unit for all your beach gear. This property is perfect as a primary residence, beach getaway, or income-producing short or medium-term rental. The current owners have had great success renting it out. Tropical Winds is known for its well-maintained amenities, including a pool, and HOA covers flood and master insurance, pest control, termite bond, trash, water, and basic cable & internet. HVAC replaced in 2025 for peace of mind. Enjoy easy access to island restaurants, shops, and attractions, plus Carolina Beach Lake and the iconic Boardwalk-all just minutes away. Whether you're looking for a turn-key rental or your own coastal retreat, this condo checks all the boxes.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 13' x 11'
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 4
- Living Room Dimensions: 17' x 11'
- Living Room Level: Main
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Furnished
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet
Appliances
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 11' x 9'
- Kitchen Dimensions: 9' x 8'
- Kitchen Level: Main
Waterfront and Water Access
Exterior and Lot Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Screened
- Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Street Additional Info: Unit C5
- Porch: Yes
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: On Site, Paved
Home Features
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Flood Insurance, Maint - Comm Areas, Maint - Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Master Insure, Pest Control, Trash, Water
- Association Fee: 6108
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 509
- Association Name: Tropical Winds Homeowners Association
- Association Phone: 2017057814
School Information
- Elementary School: Carolina Beach
- High School: Ashley
- High School District: New Hanover
- Middle School: Murray
- School District: New Hanover
Multi-Unit Info
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 1756
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: New Hanover
- Directions: 421 S. over Snows Cut Bridge, pass lake, then left into parking lot.
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Tropical Winds
- Parcel Number: R09014-002-014-019
- Property Location: Island
- Subdivision: Tropical Winds
- Zoning: T-1
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 793
- Year Built: 1985
- Building Area Total: 793
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Levels: 3rd Floor Unit
- Property Age: 40
- Roof: Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Structure Type: Wood Frame
- Total Area Sqft: 793
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Municipal Water