Rare chance to own 33 acres on the river in Brunswick County - ideal for transforming the existing home into a private estate property or developing the surrounding acreage. The nearly 2,800-square-foot residence features 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, with custom woodwork and craftsmanship. Throughout the home, quartz countertops lend a timeless sophistication. All appliances convey; furnishings are negotiable; and the home's three-bay garage provides ample parking and storage for an estate-scale lifestyle.
Outdoors, a broad deck overlooks the grounds, complemented by an above-ground pool, inviting hot tub, and multiple gathering spaces designed for effortless entertaining. All patio furniture conveys..
A separate garage hosts a workshop and storage rooms with a full bath, 50-amp camper service, and a brand-new lift station.
The south side of the property offers potential for an additional driveway already approved by DOT, enhancing future access flexibility.
A rare blend of wooded seclusion and riverfront access--an estate setting with remarkable potential.
For sale
$1,950,000
1520 River Road SE, Winnabow, NC 28479
4beds
2,786sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
36.14 Acres Lot
$1,807,100 Zestimate®
$700/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Above-ground poolCustom woodwork and craftsmanshipBrand-new lift stationPatio furniture conveysInviting hot tubAll appliances convey
- 57 days
- 616
- 22
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Lacoe 910-340-1514,
Wicker Properties of the Carolinas, Inc.
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100592905
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Nook, Other, Master Bedroom, Laundry, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bonus room
- Dimensions: 25 x 12
Breakfast nook
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 7
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 6
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Other, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Mud Room, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Hot Tub, Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Eat-in Kitchen
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,786
- Total interior livable area: 2,786 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Attached, Detached, On Site
- Attached garage spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: Above Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Frontage type: River
Lot
- Size: 36.14 Acres
- Dimensions: 6,996' x 225'
- Features: Wetlands, Deeded Waterfront
Details
- Additional structures: Fountain, Second Garage, Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 0590000702
- Zoning: Co-R-7500
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Winnabow
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $700/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $437,010
- Annual tax amount: $1,894
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 57 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
$1,807,100
$1.72M - $1.90M
$2,909/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000+387.5%$700/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100592905 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2016 | Sold | $400,000-20%$144/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #30525261 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2016 | Pending sale | $499,900$179/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Sweyer & Associates #30525261 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2015 | Listed for sale | $499,900$179/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Sweyer & Associates #525261 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2015 | Listing removed | $499,900$179/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Sweyer & Associates #525261 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2015 | Listed for sale | $499,900$179/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Sweyer & Associates #525261 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,895 | $437,010 |
| 2024 | $1,895 +1.9% | $437,010 +2.4% |
| 2023 | $1,860 | $426,760 +15.4% |
| 2022 | -- | $369,870 |
| 2021 | -- | $369,870 |
| 2020 | $2,124 +1.4% | $369,870 |
| 2019 | $2,094 +28.7% | $369,870 +367.9% |
| 2018 | $1,627 +3.2% | $79,050 |
| 2017 | $1,577 | $79,050 |
| 2016 | $1,577 | $79,050 -72.2% |
| 2015 | $1,577 -8.7% | $283,920 -17.8% |
| 2014 | $1,728 | $345,245 |
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Neighborhood: 28479
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Belville
- Middle: Leland
- High: North Brunswick
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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