34 homes were sold in Nags Head during the 4th Quarter, October 1 - December 31 2009.  Nags Head homes had an impressive average sale price of $512,464.  This number was partly aided by the sale of 5 homes for over $1,000,000.  

Most of the homes over the $1,000,000 mark were from the, Geo T Stronrach subdivision and/or oceanfront.  Though the average home was sold for $512,464, the average home was originally priced at $549,062. 

For those looking to sell the average sold home was on the market for 218 days.  Just over 7 months it took to sell the average home.  

 

Nags Head 4th Quarter Sold Homes

 

  

Price Address Beds Full Baths Partial Baths Subdivision
$1,540,000   8227  S Old…

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Below you will find the homes sold in Kill Devil Hills from October 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009. There were a total of 55 homes sold in the quarter. There was an average sold price of $284,375. No homes over $1,000,000 were sold, but we did see 2 homes for $625,000 sold. For those considering, selling their home in Kill Devil Hills. The average list price of the homes sold was $298,392. In Kill Devil Hills we often see the list to sales price remaining close, so it is important to price your home correctly from the start. The average sold home was on the market for 192 days. If you are interested in learning more about selling your home, contact a consultant.

 

Kill Devil Hills 4th Quarter Sold Homes

 

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As of January 1, 2009, North Carolina bars and restaurants are smoke free.  Several Outer Banks restaurants had been transitioning to being smoke free as news that the ban passed became known.  Due to the state's long ties to tobacco, the ban has become national news.  Local restaurateur, Mike Kelly of Kellys Restaurant in Nags Head, was quoted in the LA Times about the smoking ban. 

 

NC smoking ban for restaurants, bars signals another shift in state's tobacco history

By: GARY D. ROBERTSON

Associated Press Writer

DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — In dozens of states, Gary Richards wouldn't have been able to light up a Marlboro before tucking into his meat-lover's pizza, as he did at…

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Sea turtles strand in record numbers on Outer Banks

By Catherine Kozak

The Virginian-Pilot

 

Frigid temperatures and stormy weather have stunned record numbers of endangered sea turtles off the Outer Banks, forcing volunteers to scramble to save them within the 24-hour survival window.

So far, 44 of the cold-blooded creatures have been transported to the Network for Endangered Sea Turtles rehabilitation center at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, said aquarist Christian Guerreri.

That's a record number of cold-stunned turtles for the Outer Banks, she said. Last winter, 28 were found off barrier island beaches.

Guerreri said four turtles have died, and nine have been sent to other rehabilitation facilities, including five…

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Eating at Tortugas Lie is like taking a trip to the islands without having to leave Nags Head.  This Caribbean style restaurant offers authentic island favorites like, jerk beef and chicken, conch fritters, Tortola Chicken, and more.  It also serves delicious local Outer Banks seafood like Tuna, clams, and shrimp.   

Besides a delicious menu, the interior of Tortugas Lie is quite interesting with coral and fish tanks, hundreds of licenses plates covering the ceiling and walls, and a decidely Island feel.  Whether for food or drinks, Tortugas Lie, is an excellent stop during a vacation or more regularly if you are fortunate enough to live here.

One small additional item that puts Tortugas atop my dining favorites, is that they have their daily specials…

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Though you can't tell.  There has been an arctic blast covering the entire Outer Banks.  Even saw some scattered flurries last weekend in Currituck County, and heard reports of snow from a friend in Corolla Light.  Though there is no snow in Kill Devil Hills, here are some pics on a cold winter afternoon.  Hopefully, snow pics will follow in the coming days.

 

 

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Ocracoke, N.C. lighthouse undergoes repairs

By Catherine Kozak

 

OCRACOKE ISLAND, N.C. - It's short and rather stout, has no fancy markings and can't be climbed.

But the Ocracoke Lighthouse, the state's oldest continuously operating beacon, is beloved among the Outer Banks lighthouses for its simplicity and its charming village location.

And it's getting some work done.

Rehabilitation of the 1823 tower's interior, which began recently, will include replacing cast iron railings on the balcony, repointing the brick mortar, replacing rotting window frames and repainting.

Even though work on the tower was last done 27 years ago by the Coast Guard, the 65-foot lighthouse - the shortest in North Carolina - is basically in good condition,…

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     This weekend is the 12th Annual Outer Banks Wedding Expo Weekend.  According to their website.  Their will be over 130 local vendors.  This is an excellent yearly event for those brides to be.  For more information on the wedding expo weekend, visit, 12th Annual Outer Banks Wedding Expo Weekend.

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Sales have doubled in Corolla in the last 3 months!

 

 

There were 16 properties that sold in Corolla ocean side from June 1 to August 31, 2009.  There were 32 properties sold from September 1 to December 20, 2009.

 

Since June 1, the prices have ranged from $305,000 to $2,880,000 million.  Below is a breakdown of prices per square foot and what communities had the most sold homes:

 

There were 15 properties sold in Whalehead which had a sold price per square foot ranging from $142.00 to $438.00 for ocean front.

 

There were 14 properties sold in Ocean Sands ranging from $141.00 to $334.00 per square foot.

 

Six properties sold in Pine Island with a price of $257.00 to $438.00 per square…

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NCcoast.com has a great look at the Kill Devil Hills Christmas house.  As the article states, millions of people from throughout the world have viewed the amazing Christmas display, put up by this Kill Devil Hills family.

 

Learn why Jim and Ann Poulos create a holiday masterpiece in Kill Devil Hills NC

 

What brought you to the Outer Banks?

As I remember, in the spring of 1977-78, there was an accident involving a Southern Ice truck and a train. The driver of the ice truck was killed, and I took over the route as an independent contractor. In 1979, I built an ice house in Kill Devil Hills and started Carolina Southern Ice.

What gave you the idea to turn your property into a holiday wonderland?

Ann and I were raised in military families and times…

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