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    • Price cut: $10K (8/3)
    $534,900

    197 S River Drive, Beaufort, NC 28516

    2beds
    928sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1983
    0.43 Acres Lot
    $513,700 Zestimate®
    $576/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Waterfront homePrivate dockNew bulkheadTile flooring throughoutWhole-house water filtration systemScreened-in porchDirect water access
    Waterfront Living at Its Best on the South River. Welcome to your own slice of coastal paradise in beautiful Beaufort. This Charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath Waterfront home offers breathtaking, unobstructed views of the South River--visible from nearly every room. Start your mornings watching the sunrise over the S. River, and fishing off your private dock or just sit and watch the dolphins swim by. Spend afternoons boating with direct water access, and unwind in the evenings on the screened-in porch as the sun goes down. Complete with a boat lift with a limit of 10,000lb's and a new bulkhead, this property is truly designed for effortless coastal living. The River runs into the ICW, which is in view of this property! Inside, the home features tile flooring throughout, an open and functional layout, and thoughtful upgrades including a tankless water heater, whole-house water filtration system, and cozy gas logs in the living area. Situated on nearly half an acre, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy and outdoor space, all while being just a short drive from Beaufort's Charming Waterfront shops, and dining. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment opportunity, this waterfront gem delivers the lifestyle you've been dreaming of.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Cindy Owenby 336-963-7797,

    Realty One Group Affinity

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100563565MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Jacksonville Board of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Electric
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Gas Log
      • Flooring: Tile
      • Basement: None
      • Attic: Access Only
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 928
      • Total interior livable area: 928 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Concrete, On Site
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened
      • Fencing: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: ICW, River, Sound
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: River,Sound
      • Waterfront features: Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Sound Side, Sound Front
      • Frontage type: River,Sound Front
      Lot
      • Size: 0.43 Acres
      • Dimensions: 238 x 80
      • Features: Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Sound Side
      Details
      • Parcel number: 742503129688000
      • Zoning: residential
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Other, Slab, Pilings
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1983

      Utilities & green energy

      • Utilities for property: Water Available
      Green energy
      • Green verification: None

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Sportsman Village
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      • Amenities included: Basketball Court, Pickleball, Playground
      Location
      • Region: Beaufort

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $576/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $155,705
      • Annual tax amount: $938
      • Date on market: 3/30/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 140 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $513,700

        $488,000 - $539,000

        $1,598/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/3/2026Price change$534,900-1.8%$576/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100563565 Report a problem
        5/12/2026Price change$544,900-0.9%$587/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100563565 Report a problem
        3/28/2026Listed for sale$549,900+39.2%
        Source: Triad MLS #1213805 Report a problem
        7/25/2023Sold$395,000-1%$426/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100365990 Report a problem
        6/24/2023Pending sale$399,000$430/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100365990 Report a problem
        5/30/2023Price change$399,000-5.6%$430/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100365990 Report a problem
        1/23/2023Listed for sale$422,800-27.1%$456/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100365990 Report a problem
        1/2/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Weichert Pro Report a problem
        6/3/2022Listed for sale$579,900+251.5%$625/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100331430 Report a problem
        10/11/2011Sold$165,000-14.9%$178/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #11103136 Report a problem
        7/13/2011Listed for sale$194,000$209/sqft
        Source: Eddy Myers Real Estate Inc #11-3136 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,403 +49.4%$378,212 +142.9%
        2024$939 -5.9%$155,705
        2023$997 +3.2%$155,705
        2022$966 $155,705 +22.6%
        2021$966 +14.6%$127,001 -3.7%
        2020$843 +78.4%$131,940 +5.2%
        2019$473 $125,476 -1.8%
        2017$473 -27.6%$127,719
        2016$653 $127,719
        2015-- $127,719 -32.1%
        2014$640 $187,980
        2013-- $187,980
        2012-- --
        2011-- --
        2010-- $183,998
        2009-- $183,998
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28516

        Getting around

        0 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Beaufort
        • Middle: Beaufort
        • High: East Carteret

        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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