Welcome to 234 Riverbend Rd, a beautifully updated property offering space, flexibility, and built-in income potential on more than 2 acres just outside the city limits with no HOA. The property includes a 4-bedroom, 3-bath main home, with a mother-in-law suite with private access (above the partially finished attached garage), and a finished heated space above the detached 4-car tandem garage, making it ideal for multi-generational living, or guests.
The 2,889 sq. ft. main home has been thoughtfully renovated and features an office, bonus room, sunlit sitting room, and a partially finished attached 2-car garage currently used as a photography studio. Vaulted ceilings, updated lighting, fresh paint, wood accents, new flooring, and a floor-to-ceiling fireplace wall create a warm, inviting living space. The renovated kitchen features butcher block countertops, open shelving, a full-height tile backsplash, hood range, new sink, updated fixtures, and an expanded opening for improved flow.
Outside, enjoy an 18' x 36' saltwater pool, covered front porch, rear deck, fire pit area, mature trees, vinyl-fenced backyard, and a separate wood-fenced animal pen suitable for chickens, goats, or small livestock.
The renovated 506 sq. ft. studio space includes a full kitchen, living room, bonus/flex space, bathroom, private entrance, and dedicated parking. A long-term tenant currently pays $1,200 per month and would like to remain, providing immediate rental income, but is not required. The detached garage also includes workshop, laundry, and gym areas.
The smart home ecosystem includes smart locks, an app-controlled garage opener, a smart Trane HVAC panel, and a Vivint security system with exterior cameras (which can be conveyed upon request). Total parking across the property reaches 12 spaces: 2 attached, 4 detached, and 6 driveway.
Recent improvements include a new water heater and sump pump (2024), insulated plumbing, serviced HVAC systems, freshly pumped 4 bedroom septic system, and maintained landscaping. With multiple living spaces, extensive updates, over 2 acres, and established rental income, this property offers a unique combination of comfort, versatility, and investment potential.
Total heated square footage is 3395, primary main house is 2889 with secondary being 506 in detached garage apartment.
Under contract
Price cut: $10K (8/29)
$679,000
234 River Bend Road, Jacksonville, NC 28540
4beds
3,395sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
2.03 Acres Lot
$671,200 Zestimate®
$200/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bonus roomRear deckCovered front porchVaulted ceilingsFresh paintUpdated fixturesUpdated lighting
- 70 days
- 1,991
- 131
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brandon A Thomas 252-413-9927,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Leland
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100588192
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Office, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Sunroom
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Solid Surface, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Log, Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), See Remarks
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Attic: Access Only
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,889
- Total interior livable area: 3,395 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Attached, Detached, Additional Parking, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Garage, Parking Pad, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Storm Doors
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Back Yard,Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 2.03 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, See Remarks, Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 331g62
- Zoning: R-15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: County Water
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Oakhurst River
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Jacksonville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $200/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $410,779
- Annual tax amount: $2,690
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 70 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$671,200
$638,000 - $705,000
$2,514/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2026 | Contingent | $679,000$200/sqft |
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| 8/29/2026 | Price change | $679,000-1.5%$200/sqft |
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| 8/9/2026 | Price change | $689,000-2.3%$203/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $705,000$208/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Contingent | $705,000$208/sqft |
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| 7/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $705,000+27%$208/sqft |
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| 4/3/2023 | Sold | $555,000-0.9%$163/sqft |
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| 3/10/2023 | Pending sale | $560,000$165/sqft |
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| 3/5/2023 | Price change | $560,000-2.6%$165/sqft |
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| 2/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $575,000$169/sqft |
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| 2/11/2023 | Pending sale | $575,000$169/sqft |
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| 2/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $575,000-2.5%$169/sqft |
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| 2/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $589,900+47.8%$174/sqft |
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| 2/20/2019 | Sold | $399,000$118/sqft |
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| 1/26/2019 | Pending sale | $399,000$118/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hometown, REALTORS #100141548 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2018 | Price change | $399,000-1.5%$118/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hometown, REALTORS #100141548 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2018 | Price change | $405,000-1.1%$119/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Sweyer & Associates #100124660 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $409,550+7.2%$121/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Sweyer & Associates #100124660 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2012 | Listing removed | $382,000$113/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 American Properties South #124622 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2011 | Listed for sale | $382,000+3.2%$113/sqft |
Source: Listhub #124622 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2009 | Sold | $370,000$109/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,690 | $410,779 |
| 2024 | $2,690 | $410,779 |
| 2023 | $2,690 0% | $410,779 |
| 2022 | $2,691 +18.8% | $410,779 +27.9% |
| 2021 | $2,264 | $321,130 |
| 2020 | $2,264 +13.5% | $321,130 +13.5% |
| 2019 | $1,994 | $282,900 |
| 2018 | $1,994 +4.6% | $282,900 +0.2% |
| 2017 | $1,906 | $282,440 |
| 2016 | $1,906 | $282,440 |
| 2015 | $1,906 | $282,440 |
| 2014 | $1,906 +10.5% | $282,440 -4.2% |
| 2013 | $1,726 | $294,970 |
| 2012 | $1,726 | $294,970 |
| 2011 | $1,726 | $294,970 |
| 2010 | $1,726 +14.6% | $294,970 +15.5% |
| 2009 | $1,506 +17.3% | $255,277 |
| 2008 | $1,284 +13.2% | $255,277 +13.2% |
| 2007 | $1,135 | $225,591 |
| 2006 | $1,135 +9.6% | $225,591 +46% |
| 2005 | $1,035 | $154,511 |
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Neighborhood: 28540
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blue Creek
- Middle: Southwest
- High: Southwest
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






