Just 3 miles from the Surf City Bridge and Topsail Island's beautiful beaches, 131 Poplar Branch Way offers the perfect blend of coastal convenience and everyday comfort. Ideally situated between Wilmington and Jacksonville, this home is located in the sought-after Poplar Branch community, complete with neighborhood sidewalks and easy access to local dining, shopping, Publix, and two free Surf City beach parking areas--making it easy to enjoy the best of coastal living.
Built by Caviness & Cates, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers close to 2400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. The welcoming foyer opens to an expansive floor plan featuring 9-foot ceilings, abundant natural light, and a cozy gas fireplace that anchors the main living area. The kitchen is designed for both entertaining and everyday living, showcasing granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a tile backsplash, generous cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and a convenient butler's pantry.
The formal dining room features elegant architectural details, while the breakfast nook and bar seating provide additional gathering spaces for family and friends. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers dual walk-in closets and a well-appointed ensuite bath with a soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanities, and a private water closet. Three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a laundry room complete the second floor.
Step outside to enjoy the screened patio and fully fenced backyard--perfect for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or weekend entertaining. Additional features include a 2-car garage, mudroom area, gutters, and a roof replaced in 2022 for added peace of mind.
Whether you're seeking a primary residence or a coastal getaway, this home combines generous living space, desirable community amenities, and an unbeatable location just minutes from Surf City, Topsail Island, and the area's most popular conveniences.
For sale
Price cut: $13K (9/12)
$465,000
131 Poplar Branch Way, Hampstead, NC 28443
4beds
2,398sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
9,148 Square Feet Lot
$462,500 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$38/mo HOA
What's special
Abundant natural lightNeighborhood sidewalksBreakfast nookGranite countertopsLaundry roomMudroom areaWelcoming foyer
- 115 days
- 1,128
- 72
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pinpoint Properties 910-444-1898,
REAL Broker LLC,
McClaine Laningham 919-348-2585,
REAL Broker LLC
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100580859
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Living Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Kitchen/Dining
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), Tray Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,398
- Total interior livable area: 2,398 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Open, Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: None
- Fencing: Full,Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 9,148 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 67 x 144 x 68 x 134
Details
- Parcel number: 42365472450000
- Zoning: RP
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Raised, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Poplar Branch
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Common Areas, Management, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Taxes
- HOA fee: $460 annually
- HOA name: Poplar Branch
- HOA phone: 330-402-0497
Location
- Region: Hampstead
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $241,773
- Annual tax amount: $3,288
- Date on market: 6/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 115 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$462,500
$439,000 - $486,000
$2,683/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2026 | Price change | $465,000-2.7%$194/sqft |
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| 8/18/2026 | Price change | $478,000-0.4%$199/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Price change | $480,000-1%$200/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Price change | $485,000-1%$202/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,900+30.6%$204/sqft |
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| 2/23/2023 | Sold | $375,000$156/sqft |
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| 1/16/2023 | Pending sale | $375,000$156/sqft |
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| 1/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $375,000+27.1%$156/sqft |
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| 5/29/2020 | Sold | $295,000+0.9%$123/sqft |
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| 4/25/2020 | Pending sale | $292,500$122/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100214259 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $292,500+21.7%$122/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Hampstead #100214259 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2015 | Sold | $240,400$100/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,007 | $415,914 +72% |
| 2024 | $2,007 | $241,773 |
| 2023 | $2,007 +12.5% | $241,773 |
| 2022 | $1,783 | $241,773 |
| 2021 | $1,783 | $241,773 |
| 2020 | -- | $241,773 |
| 2019 | $1,783 | $241,773 +5.3% |
| 2018 | $1,783 -0.1% | $229,641 |
| 2017 | $1,785 +1.3% | $229,641 |
| 2016 | $1,762 | $229,641 |
| 2015 | $1,762 | $229,641 +504.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $38,000 |
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Neighborhood: 28443
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: North Topsail
- Middle: Topsail
- High: Topsail
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







