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  • $450,000

    299 Riverside Drive SW, Varnamtown, NC 28462

    3beds
    2,601sqft
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    $2,576/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1988
    1.25 Acres Lot
    $434,300 Zestimate®
    $173/sqft
    $21/mo HOA

    What's special

    Double-sided gas fireplaceDedicated officeBright comfortable floor plan
    Welcome to your own country retreat near the coast, where peaceful living and coastal convenience come together on 1.253 beautiful acres shaded by majestic live oak trees. This spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers plenty of room to spread out, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors, all just minutes from Holden Beach. The inviting front porch is perfect for rocking the day away while enjoying the tranquil surroundings. Inside, you'll find a bright, comfortable floor plan featuring fresh paint in the living and dining rooms, a double-sided gas fireplace, a dedicated office, and two private en-suite bedrooms--one on each level--making it ideal for guests or multi-generational living. The upstairs primary suite offers a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and access to a bonus room that opens onto a private balcony. Outside, the possibilities continue. A circular driveway provides easy access, while separate carports accommodate both your vehicle and RV. The fenced backyard features a screened gazebo for relaxing evenings, a workshop/storage building, and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Four additional lots are included with the sale, offering added privacy, extra space, or future possibilities. A large attic with pull-down stairs provides abundant storage. Additional highlights include a roof that's only 3 years old, a 2-year-old HVAC system, tankless water heater, gutters, Walls/ceiling in living room, dining area, stairwell and upstairs hall have been painted and negotiable furnishings. The home is being sold As-Is. For boating enthusiasts, an optional property owners association provides access to a community boat launch on the Lockwood Folly River, offering easy access to the Intracoastal Waterway and beyond. Conveniently located just minutes from fresh local seafood in Varnamtown, grocery stores, restaurants, and everyday conveniences, you'll also be just a short drive from the sandy shores of Holden Beach, where you can spend your days swimming, shell hunting, fishing, or simply relaxing by the ocean. If you've been searching for a property that offers the charm of country living with the benefits of a coastal lifestyle, this is one you won't want to miss. Unfurnished but negotiable. Statues and large fish will not convey. Potential Rental......AIRBNB, VRBO, Local Management Companies.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Brenda Vrooman 910-616-9496,

    PROACTIVE Real Estate

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100586355MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Brunswick County Association of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Room, Bonus Room, Loft, Office
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      Bonus room
      • Level: Second
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Level: First
      Loft
      • Level: Second
      Office
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Tankless Water Heater
      • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet
      Features
      • Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
      • Windows: Skylight(s), Thermal Windows
      • Basement: None
      • Attic: Storage,Pull Down Stairs
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,601
      • Total interior livable area: 2,601 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Circular Driveway, Attached, None, On Site, Paved, Attached Carport, No Garage
      • Has attached garage: Yes
      • Carport spaces: 1
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Screened, Balcony, Front Porch, Rear Porch
      • Exterior features: Shutters - Board/Hurricane, See Remarks
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: None
      • Waterfront features: None
      • Frontage type: See Remarks
      Lot
      • Size: 1.25 Acres
      • Dimensions: 456 x 214 x 215
      • Features: Level, See Remarks, Wooded, Irregular Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Gazebo, Outbuilding
      • Parcel number: 217ia032
      • Zoning: VA
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Crawl Space
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1988

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Water Connected
      Green energy
      • Green verification: None

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Riverside
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      • Amenities included: Boat Dock, Boat Slip
      • HOA fee: $250 annually
      • HOA name: Riverside HOA
      • HOA phone: 910-842-1303
      Location
      • Region: Supply

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $173/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $463,110
      • Annual tax amount: $2,102
      • Date on market: 7/3/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 36 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $434,300

        $413,000 - $456,000

        $2,517/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/6/2026Contingent$450,000$173/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100586355 Report a problem
        7/3/2026Listed for sale$450,000+91.5%$173/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100586355 Report a problem
        6/12/2017Sold$235,000$90/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100054706 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$38 +105.5%$100
        2024$19 $100
        2023$19 +9.3%$100
        2022$17 -0.5%$100
        2021$17 +14.5%$100
        2020$15 $100
        2019-- $100
        2018$15 +41.6%$100
        2017$11 $100
        2016$11 $100
        2015$11 $100
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28462

        Getting around

        7 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        28 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Virginia Williamson
        • Middle: Cedar Grove
        • High: West Brunswick

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