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Oceanfront Investment Opportunity in Hatteras Village

Classic Coastal Cottage with Views, Location, and Rental Potential – 58227 Empire Gem Lane

58227 Empire Gem Ln, Hatteras
58227 Empire Gem Ln, Hatteras

Located at 58227 Empire Gem Lane in Hatteras, this classic 4 bedroom, 2 bath beach cottage offers the kind of setting that keeps vacationers coming back year after year.

Tucked just behind the dunes, the home delivers wide open Atlantic views, direct beach access, and that laid back coastal lifestyle buyers are looking for in the Outer Banks real estate market.

Ocean Views That Sell Themselves

One of the standout features of this home is the main living area. Vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and windows all around bring in natural light and keep the ocean front and center. The open layout flows easily from the kitchen to the dining area and into the living space, then right out onto the oceanfront deck.

For renters and second home buyers alike, this is exactly what they want. A place where mornings start with coffee overlooking the ocean and evenings end with the sound of waves in the background.

Outdoor living is just as important here. The spacious sun deck overlooks the dunes, and beach access is just steps away, making it easy for guests to enjoy everything the Outer Banks is known for.

A Smart Investment with Upside Potential

This home has that classic old Hatteras charm that so many buyers love, combined with an opportunity to update and make it your own. For investors, this is where the value really comes into play.

With four bedrooms and a desirable oceanfront location, the property is well positioned for strong rental performance once refreshed. Buyers looking to build equity through updates will appreciate the ability to modernize while still preserving the character that makes this home special.

Oceanfront homes in Hatteras Village remain in high demand, and opportunities like this do not come around often.

Location Matters on Hatteras Island

Hatteras Village continues to be one of the most sought after areas on the Outer Banks, especially for buyers interested in rental income and long term value.

From this location, you can hop on your golf cart and head to Teach’s Lair Marina to see what the charter boats brought in for the day, grab dinner at one of the waterfront restaurants, or browse the shops at The Landing. The Hatteras Ferry Dock is just minutes away, offering easy access to Ocracoke Island for day trips that guests love.

This combination of oceanfront setting and village convenience is exactly what drives repeat renters and strong occupancy rates.

58227 Empire Gem Ln, Hatteras
58227 Empire Gem Ln, Hatteras

Trisha Midgett

Hi, I’m Trisha Midgett, broker-in-charge at Midgett Realty and the lead agent of Trisha Midgett & Team, a top-producing real estate team on the Outer Banks. I’ve been helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the Outer Banks real estate market for over 30 years, with a strong focus on Hatteras Island and the surrounding OBX communities. From oceanfront vacation homes to second homes and investment properties, my team and I work across the entire Outer Banks, including Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Manteo, Corolla, and Ocracoke. In 2024, our team closed 212 transactions, followed by 181 transactions in 2025, reflecting a consistent track record of results in a unique coastal market. I specialize in second homes, vacation properties, short-term rental and investment real estate, and seller strategy, helping clients understand pricing, rental potential, and long-term value. With decades of experience on the Outer Banks, I bring deep local knowledge of neighborhoods, rental dynamics, and market trends to every transaction. Clients often tell me they appreciate my honest advice, fast communication, strong negotiation skills, and laid-back, easy-to-work-with approach. I’m honored to have earned over 450 five-star reviews on Zillow, 220+ Google reviews, 171 five-star Homes.com reviews, 122 five-star FastExpert reviews, and a 5-star rating on Realtor.com, with verified transaction history publicly displayed. I’ve also been recognized as one of America’s Top 100 Real Estate Agents™ for North Carolina, received HomeLight Top Producer and Top Negotiator Awards, and earned Outer Banks Coastal Life Readers’ Choice Best Real Estate Team honors. Whether you’re buying your first beach cottage, selling a vacation rental, or investing in a second home on Hatteras Island or anywhere on the Outer Banks, my team and I are here to guide you every step of the way and make the process as smooth and successful as possible.
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