Southern Shores Homes with Canal Front Frontage

Southern Shores Homes with Canal Front Frontage

Welcome to Southern Shores, North Carolina, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Dare County. Known for its serene coastal charm and picturesque landscapes, Southern Shores offers a unique blend of tranquil living and vibrant community life. With its stunning beaches, lush maritime forests, and a wealth of outdoor activities, this delightful town is the perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a permanent residence.

One of the standout features of Southern Shores is its breathtaking canal front properties. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of water lapping against your dock, with the sun casting a golden glow over your private slice of paradise. Homes with canal front frontage not only provide stunning views but also offer direct access to the waterways, making them ideal for boating, kayaking, or simply enjoying a leisurely afternoon by the water.

The real estate market in Southern Shores is diverse, catering to a variety of lifestyles and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a cozy beach cottage, a luxurious waterfront estate, or a charming family home, there’s something here for everyone. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere, excellent schools, and a plethora of recreational opportunities, from biking and hiking to fishing and swimming.

In Southern Shores, you’re not just buying a home; you’re investing in a lifestyle. With its perfect blend of natural beauty, community spirit, and waterfront living, this charming town is ready to welcome you home. Explore the possibilities and discover the magic of canal front living in Southern Shores today!

Newest Southern Shores Homes with Canal Front Frontage

$699,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Enjoy relaxed coastal living in this inviting canalfront home in Southern Shores. This home sits on a gorgeous corner canalfront lot that is located in an X Flood Zone. Dock your boat out your back door where you are just a short boat ride to the bay where you can enjoy fishing or boating with friends and & family. Ideally located near schools, shopping, restaurants, and golf courses, the property combines waterfront serenity with access to everyday amenities. Enjoy the outdoors by gardening year around in the greenhouse or in the spacious backyard. Grill out, entertain friends and family, or simply unwind on the expansive sun decks or on the screened in porch. This home is outdoor living at its best. Venture inside the front door to an open concept living and dining area featuring hardwood floors, exposed beams, and a wood burning fireplace. A spacious kitchen with granite countertops is ready for the chef in the family. The generously sized Master Suite is also located on the first floor with an ensuite bathroom and two walkin closets. Also on this level there is an office space, half bathroom, & Laundry area. The second level offers two large guest bedrooms with large closets and a shared guest bathroom. There is plenty of storage in the walkin storage closet as well as attic storage space. This spacious canal front home offers the perfect combination of waterfront living, comfort, & convenience on the Outer Banks and is ready to welcome your personal touch.

124 S Dogwood Trail, Southern Shores

Listing courtesy of Basnight Realty.

$1,099,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
CANALFRONT SOUTHERN SHORES HOME! BUILT IN 2022 WITH QUALITY CONSTRUCTION, REFINED FINISHES, EXPANSIVE SCREENED PORCH, FLEXIBLE LOWER LEVEL, AND PEACEFUL WATER VIEWS! Welcome to 166 S Dogwood Trail—a beautifully designed canalfront home in Southern Shores offering the rare combination of newer construction, thoughtful craftsmanship, privacy, and relaxed coastal living. Built in 2022 and lightly used as a private second home, this property feels fresh, elevated, and exceptionally well cared for, with timeless finishes and a layout designed to make the most of its peaceful waterfront setting. Designed by respected local residential designer Jeff Sawyer and built by Albemarle Construction, the home reflects quality and intention throughout. From the moment you arrive, the setting feels calm and private, surrounded by mature natural landscape, professionally designed grounds, irrigation, and thoughtfully placed plantings that continue to enhance the property’s sense of seclusion. The main level is bright, open, and beautifully connected to the outdoors. Engineered hardwood flooring flows through the main living areas, while expansive Marvin Windows bring in natural light and frame the surrounding landscape and canal views. The open-concept layout connects the kitchen, dining area, and living room with ease, creating a warm and inviting central gathering space for everyday living or entertaining. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring custom Schuler cabinetry with a beautiful two-tone finish, quartz countertops, modern appliances, a range hood, generous prep space, and excellent storage. The living area is anchored by a fireplace beneath the television, adding warmth and comfort to the home’s clean coastal design. One of the home’s most exceptional features is the oversized screened porch overlooking the backyard and canal. Spanning approximately 16 x 36 feet, this outdoor living space feels like a true extension of the home, with room for a large dining table, comfortable lounge furniture, ceiling fans, and year-round enjoyment of the peaceful water views. Whether beginning the day with coffee, hosting friends, or relaxing in the evening, this porch captures the quiet beauty of canalfront Southern Shores living. The bedroom layout is equally thoughtful. The spacious primary suite offers peaceful water views and direct access to the rear deck, along with a well-appointed en-suite bath featuring a standing shower, double vanity, and ample cabinetry. A second private suite includes excellent closet space and its own en-suite bath with a standing shower, creating a comfortable retreat for guests. An additional bedroom is generously sized with wonderful natural light, large windows, and ample closet space, located near a full hall bath and linen closet. Everyday functionality is beautifully addressed with a separate laundry room featuring a like-new stacked washer and dryer, abundant cabinetry, and generous counter space. The home’s finishes feel fresh and refined throughout, with much of the property showing like new. The lower level adds tremendous versatility, including a two-car garage and approximately 1,700 square feet of enclosed flex space designed for recreation, storage, workshop use, gym space, beach gear, indoor gathering, or future lifestyle needs. Built with flood-compliant materials and engineered flood vents, this level greatly expands the home’s functionality while preserving peace of mind. Constructed on 120 pilings with careful attention to structural integrity, 166 S Dogwood Trail offers the confidence of newer coastal construction in one of the Outer Banks’ most desirable communities. With its canalfront setting, refined finishes, expansive screened porch, generous storage, and quiet Southern Shores location just minutes from the beach, dining, shopping, and local amenities, this home is a rare opportunity to enjoy elevated, low-maintenance coastal living in a truly special waterfront setting.

166 S Dogwood Trail, Southern Shores

Listing courtesy of Landmark Sotheby's Internation.

$709,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Location, location, location in the heart of Southern Shores. With close proximity to the ocean, this beautifully updated home offers comfort, character, and extra space for flexibility. Loved and used as a second home with many improvements including an updated kitchen, beautiful hickory hardwood flooring, and fully renovated upstairs bathrooms showcasing fresh and timeless finishes. Vaulted ceilings with skylights let the light pour in, even on dreary days! The standout screened porch runs the full south side of the home and is everyone's favorite gathering space complete with insulated walls, ceiling, and floor plus storm shades for safety & comfortable use nearly year-round. Inside, the sunken living room is anchored by a charming wood-burning fireplace with slate hearth. 3 bedrooms nest upstairs, including an expansive Primary Suite with office/Sitting Room and wall of windows that overlooks the beautifully wooded private lot and canal. The Primary bath has been tastefully remodeled complete with glass-surround shower. The ground floor offers a versatile layout ideal for office space, a family or game room, hobby space, or overflow sleeping use, with a bed currently in place plus a full bath. The dry-entry garage lends access to the Laundry Room and connects to an enclosed workshop and storage area under the home. Outdoor living shines with this spacious waterfront setting! Enjoy a large, wooded homesite with canal frontage and a private dock, ideal for boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing in nature. Expansive front and rear decks connect seamlessly to the screened porch, creating multiple areas for entertaining and everyday living. The backyard features multi-level decking with a dedicated grilling area, gazebo, and bar space—perfect for gathering with family and friends. An outdoor shower with seating adds convenience after beach days, and there is ample storage for all your coastal gear, including a locking shed and under-house storage. Plenty of room for bikes, beach equipment, and water toys—everything you need to enjoy the Outer Banks lifestyle. Size and layout of a 4 bedroom with a 3-bedroom septic system. To learn more about SSCA offerings visit www.sscaobx.org/membership-benefits. Looking for more athletic & social involvement? Join nearby Duck Woods Country Club for access to additional club amenities with semi-private golf links, tennis/pickleball courts, private swimming pool, social events, fitness center & dining options. Virtual Tour available! Improvements: Exterior Paint & some siding replaced 2022, New Baths 2022, Roof 2018, Kitchen 2018, Hickory hardwood floors, Sellers removed an exterior breezeway downstairs to make all one enclosed space on ground floor 2016. Located in the heart of what Travel & Leisure dubs as 'One of the Top-Ranking Family Beach Vacation Spots in the US'! A wonderful opportunity in one of the Outer Banks’ most desirable communities. Schedule your tour today!

175 Beech Tree Trail, Southern Shores

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty - Kdh.

$399,000
Sensational 1 acre+ homesite in prime location of Southern Shores offering truly unique waterfront living. Surrounded by water on 3 sides the stage is set for the home of your dreams where you'll be bathed in privacy while you unwind to west-facing views and spectacular sunset skies. Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac just south of the Loblolly Marina with fast access to Ginguite Creek and the Currituck Sound where you'll be boating, fishing, kayaking, bird-watching, paddle boarding, visiting restaurants by water and more in mere minutes! Nice elevation adorned with beautiful mature trees await custom home build in the highly coveted community complete with gracious amenities; 3 private marinas, watercraft launches, a private soundfront beach, playgrounds, picnic areas, pickleball/tennis/bocce ball/basketball courts, soccer field, multi-use paths and handicap accessible beach accesses with private parking along our uncrowded beaches. Immense savings and less headache with the prelim work already complete including site eval, survey site study, & Septic permits! NEW Supreme Court ruling makes any wetlands 'not touching a body of water' non-jurisdictional eliminating the need for Cama permitting to fill at those small areas. Outstanding custom home design by Beacon Architecture & Design and Neal Contracting on file available for purchase. To learn more about SSCA offerings visit www.sscaobx.org/membership-benefits. Looking for more athletic & social involvement? Join nearby Duck Woods Country Club for access to additional club amenities with semi-private golf links, tennis/pickleball courts, private swimming pool, social events, fitness center & dining options. The wonderful parcel provides immense savings and less headache with prelim work already complete including site eval, survey site study & Septic permits. Outstanding custom Home design crafted down to the fine details by Neal Contracting, ready and available for purchase. An unparalleled property you must see to believe in the heart of what Travel & Leisure dubs as 'One of the Top-Ranking Family Beach Vacation Spots in the US'!

5 Live Oak Lane, Southern Shores

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty - Kdh.

$550,000
Come live your best life at 267 Hillcrest! Walk to the beach and enjoy a having your boat in the water in the back. This site has it all: over 50 feet of elevation., an easy walk to a private beach access and 77 feet of canal frontage. The lot is 100 feet wide and is a fabulous spot to build your dream home. SEE UPDATED ELEVATION PICTURES There is a shed on the lower portion of the lot which is adjacent to SSCA community property and accessible from Hickory. This is a one of a kind site! Southern Shores code allows for an accessory structure in addition to the primary home. The possibilities for a studio, boat house, party pavilion, greenhouse, or workshop are so intriguing. This property has the size and character to create spaces that will be enjoyed for generations!

269 Hillcrest Drive, Southern Shores

Listing courtesy of Carolina Designs Realty.

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