Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home located in the highly sought-after Escoba Bay community. Thoughtfully cared for and move-in ready, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. The spacious kitchen features granite countertops, a tile backsplash, under- and over-cabinet lighting, and a pantry for added storage. Plantation shutters and hardwood flooring enhance the main living areas, while the inviting living room centers around a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The first floor also includes a flexible office or bonus space, as well as a formal dining room, providing plenty of room for work, entertaining, or everyday living. The private primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with a walk-in shower, jetted soaking tub, and spacious walk-in closet. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, complete with a covered patio, fire pit, storage shed, and a thriving garden already producing tomatoes, peppers, onions, lettuce, and green beans. A new roof installed this year adds even more value and peace of mind. Residents of Escoba Bay enjoy an exceptional array of amenities, including a community pool, clubhouse, playground with picnic area, boat ramp and dock, storage lot, and horse stables available for an additional fee. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional home your own and enjoy the lifestyle that Escoba Bay has to offer! Conveniently located between Wilmington and Jacksonville and just minutes from Camp Lejuene, Stone Bay and the beach! You do not want to miss out on this opportunity to own such a beautiful home in a great community! Schedule your showing today!
Pending
Price cut: $10K (7/16)
$429,900
222 Derby Downs Drive, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460
4beds
2,353sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$2,580/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
0.32 Acres Lot
$424,700 Zestimate®
$183/sqft
$55/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy wood-burning fireplaceHardwood flooringWalk-in showerSpacious kitchenFully fenced backyardGranite countertopsCovered patio
- 28 days |
- 370 |
- 14 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hilary Thompson 910-547-8321,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100585892
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: Dining Room, Office, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Wood, Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,353
- Total interior livable area: 2,353 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, On Site, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Privacy,Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Dimensions: 84' x 178' x 91' x 178'
Details
- Parcel number: 773e236
- Zoning: R-5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Escoba Bay
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Boat Dock, Clubhouse, Pool, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Park, Playground, Ramp, RV/Boat Storage, Street Lights
- HOA fee: $665 annually
- HOA name: Escoba Bay HOA
- HOA phone: 910-327-0238
Location
- Region: Sneads Ferry
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $183/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $301,126
- Annual tax amount: $1,972
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$424,700
Estimated sales range
$403,000 - $446,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,570/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2026 | Pending sale | $429,900$183/sqft |
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| 7/16/2026 | Price change | $429,900-2.3%$183/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $439,900+10%$187/sqft |
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| 10/10/2023 | Sold | $399,999$170/sqft |
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| 9/6/2023 | Pending sale | $399,999$170/sqft |
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| 9/2/2023 | Price change | $399,999-8.9%$170/sqft |
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| 8/27/2023 | Price change | $439,000-2.2%$187/sqft |
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| 7/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $449,000+108.8%$191/sqft |
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| 9/4/2015 | Sold | $215,000-6.1%$91/sqft |
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| 7/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $229,000+4.6%$97/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #206348 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2014 | Listing removed | $219,000$93/sqft |
Source: Treasure Realty, Inc. #153935 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2014 | Listed for sale | $219,000-8.4%$93/sqft |
Source: Treasure Realty, Inc. #153935 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2012 | Listing removed | $239,000$102/sqft |
Source: The Castro Real Estate Group #120989 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2011 | Listed for sale | $239,000$102/sqft |
Source: The Castro Real Estate Group #120989 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2011 | Listing removed | $239,000$102/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Jacksonville, NC #120989 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2011 | Price change | $239,000-2.4%$102/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Jacksonville, NC #120989 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $245,000-3%$104/sqft |
Source: The Castro Real Estate Group #120989 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2006 | Sold | $252,500+8.4%$107/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2006 | Sold | $233,000$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,972 | $301,126 |
| 2024 | $1,972 | $301,126 |
| 2023 | $1,972 0% | $301,126 |
| 2022 | $1,972 +32% | $301,126 +42.1% |
| 2021 | $1,494 | $211,870 |
| 2020 | $1,494 | $211,870 |
| 2019 | $1,494 | $211,870 |
| 2018 | $1,494 +8.9% | $211,870 +4.3% |
| 2017 | $1,372 | $203,210 |
| 2016 | $1,372 | $203,210 |
| 2015 | $1,372 | $203,210 |
| 2014 | $1,372 -5.5% | $203,210 -18.1% |
| 2013 | $1,451 | $248,080 |
| 2012 | $1,451 | $248,080 |
| 2011 | $1,451 | $248,080 |
| 2010 | $1,451 +9.8% | $248,080 +10.8% |
| 2009 | $1,322 +17.3% | $223,987 |
| 2008 | $1,127 | $223,987 |
| 2007 | $1,127 -1.2% | $223,987 |
| 2006 | $1,140 -25.1% | $223,987 +22.8% |
| 2005 | $1,522 | $182,396 |
| 2004 | -- | $182,396 |
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Neighborhood: 28460
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Dixon ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.3 mi
- 7/10Dixon MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 5/10Dixon HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dixon
- Middle: Dixon
- High: Dixon
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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