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Sold for $650,000
    • $650,000

    246 Royal Tern Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443

    3beds
    2,700sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2014
    0.82 Acres Lot
    $657,300 Zestimate®
    $241/sqft
    $2,605 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $657,300

    $598,000 - $723,000

    $2,605/mo

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    What's special

    Seller offering $4,000 credit toward closing costs or rate buy-down with acceptable offer received by Nov. 10, 2025. Welcome to this stunning home in the prestigious, gated community of Pelican Reef, perfectly set on a private .82-acre lot. Designed with an open floor plan and thoughtful upgrades, this residence blends elegance, comfort, and functionality. Inside, you'll find freshly painted living spaces and engineered hardwood floors throughout the first floor. The bright great room features a gas fireplace with custom built-ins, shiplap accent wall, and crown molding. The formal dining room stands out with a coffered ceiling, while a versatile office/flex space and convenient powder room complete the main level. The chef's kitchen is a delight with 42' staggered cabinets, granite counters, large island, gas range, and pendant lighting. A coffee bar with wine cooler adds charm and convenience, while the nearby laundry/mudroom provides a practical drop zone. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two full baths, and a spacious bonus/media room with 9' ceilings and recessed lighting. The owner's suite offers lighted crown molding, walk-in closets, and a spa-style tiled bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Outside, enjoy Hardi Plank siding with stone accents, a side-entry garage with storage, and professional landscaping with exterior lighting. Relax on the screened porch with wired surround sound for a flat screen TV, gather at the fire pit patio, or take advantage of the large backyard and shed. A whole-house Generac generator ensures peace of mind. Life in Pelican Reef offers more than a home it's a lifestyle. Community amenities include a pool, fitness center, clubhouse, tennis courts, children's play area, kayak launch, and a day dock on Virginia Creek, plus regular food trucks that make the neighborhood both welcoming and fun.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Alea Burke 910-297-1743,

    eXp Realty

    Bought with:

    Adam B Sink, 274692

    Coastal Realty Associates LLC

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100526110MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Master Bedroom, Office
    Primary bedroom
    • Dimensions: 13.94 x 16.89
    Bedroom 2
    • Dimensions: 13.98 x 17.95
    Bedroom 3
    • Dimensions: 15.56 x 14.42
    Bathroom 1
    • Dimensions: 13.94 x 8.89
    Dining room
    • Dimensions: 14.95 x 14.22
    Laundry
    • Dimensions: 11.26 x 5.75
    Office
    • Dimensions: 11.66 x 10.56
    Office
    • Dimensions: 18.55 x 17.75
    Heating
    • Fireplace(s), Electric, Heat Pump
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Gas Log
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
    • Windows: Thermal Windows
    • Basement: None
    • Attic: Partially Floored,Pull Down Stairs
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,700
    • Total interior livable area: 2,700 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Paved
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: None
    • Waterfront features: Water Access Comm
    Lot
    • Size: 0.82 Acres
    • Features: Water Access Comm
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 42154248600000
    • Zoning: PD
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stone, Fiber Cement
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2014

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Pelican Reef
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Clubhouse, Pool, Gated, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Management, Security, Taxes, Tennis Court(s)
    • HOA fee: $1,220 annually
    • HOA name: Priestley Management
    • HOA phone: 910-509-7276
    Location
    • Region: Hampstead

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $241/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $349,178
    • Annual tax amount: $3,429
    • Date on market: 9/9/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 78 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/25/2025Sold$650,000-3.7%$241/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100526110 Report a problem
    11/22/2025Pending sale$675,000$250/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100526110 Report a problem
    11/5/2025Contingent$675,000$250/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100526110 Report a problem
    10/17/2025Price change$675,000-1.5%$250/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100526110 Report a problem
    10/1/2025Price change$685,000-2.1%$254/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100526110 Report a problem
    9/9/2025Price change$699,500-1.5%$259/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100526110 Report a problem
    8/27/2025Listed for sale$710,000+87.3%$263/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100526110 Report a problem
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/30/2017Listing removed$379,000$140/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/30/2017Listed for sale$379,000$140/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/6/2017Pending sale$379,000$140/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    4/14/2017Listed for sale$379,000+11.5%$140/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    9/17/2014Sold$339,900$126/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #40202733 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,430 $709,536 +103.2%
    2024$3,430 $349,178
    2023$3,430 +9.7%$349,178
    2022$3,127 $349,178
    2021$3,127 $349,178 +0.9%
    2020-- $346,209
    2019$3,102 $346,209 +15.4%
    2018$3,102 +9.4%$299,919
    2017$2,837 +5.2%$299,919
    2016$2,697 $299,919
    2015$2,697 +0.7%$299,919
    2014$2,679 $299,919 +218%
    2013$2,679 $94,300
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 28443

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Surf City
    • Middle: Surf City
    • 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.

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