Spacious Oceanfront Living with Strong Vacation Rental Potential – 1601 N Virginia Dare Trail Unit 103
Oceanfront condos with space, privacy, and strong investment potential are becoming harder and harder to find on the Outer Banks. That’s why Trisha Midgett and Team are excited to introduce this rare opportunity at Crystal Shores Condos in the heart of Kill Devil Hills.
With nearly 2,000 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, direct beach access, and stunning ocean views, this beautifully updated condo offers the comfort of a beach house with the convenience of low-maintenance condo living. Whether you’re searching for an Outer Banks investment property, second home, or personal oceanfront retreat, this property checks all the boxes.
Rare Oceanfront Condos Like This Don’t Come Along Often
Crystal Shores is one of those communities people hold onto for years. With only 15 owners, many of them long-term or second-home owners, opportunities to buy here are few and far between. Investors looking for oceanfront real estate in Kill Devil Hills know how rare it is to find a spacious condo with this combination of size, location, and amenities.
This first-floor unit offers one of the best setups for beach living and vacation rentals. Step out onto the oversized 32-foot-wide private covered oceanfront deck, walk down your private deck stairs, and you’re just steps from the beach access and sand. Guests and owners can easily go back and forth from the condo to the beach all day long, which is a huge draw for vacation renters.
Designed for Comfortable Coastal Living
Inside, the condo feels bright, open, and welcoming from the moment you walk in. The spacious great room features 9-foot ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace with custom mantle, and incredible ocean views through expansive 8-foot-high impact sliders and windows stretching across the oceanfront side of the home.
The connected dining and kitchen areas also enjoy ocean views, creating the perfect gathering space after a day on the beach. The large primary suite offers direct deck access, oceanfront views, a walk-in closet, and room to truly relax.
Two additional bedrooms, updated bathrooms, large closets, dedicated laundry room, foyer, and abundant storage make this floorplan ideal for larger families and vacation guests alike.
Amenities That Make Vacation Rentals Stand Out
Investors know that convenience and amenities matter when it comes to rental performance, and Crystal Shores delivers.
Community features include:
- Oceanfront community pool
- Elevator access to all levels
- Reserved covered garage parking
- Large owners storage room
- Dune-top sun deck
- Community grilling area
- Sturdy concrete construction
This unit is also ideally positioned right beside the pool and elevator, making unloading groceries, luggage, and beach gear simple for owners and guests alike. The elevator runs all the way to the ground level, and the spacious storage room provides easy access for surfboards, beach chairs, fishing gear, and more.
Community Pool 
Prime Kill Devil Hills Location
Location is another reason this condo stands out among Outer Banks investment properties. Crystal Shores is centrally located in Kill Devil Hills, putting owners and guests close to shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday conveniences.
Goombays Grille & Raw Bar is right across the street, while Publix, Lowe’s, local restaurants, coffee shops, and beach stores are all just minutes away. Visitors love the convenience of being close to everything while still enjoying the peaceful feel of oceanfront living.
Oceanfront properties on the Outer Banks continue to attract buyers looking for both lifestyle and income potential. Spacious, updated condos with direct beach access and resort-style amenities tend to perform especially well in the vacation rental market.
With easy beach access, beautiful updates, amazing ocean views, and one of the best locations in Kill Devil Hills, this Crystal Shores condo presents a rare opportunity for investors seeking strong vacation rental potential combined with personal enjoyment.
