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  • Price cut: $205K (7/31)
    $1,295,000

    305 Sumter Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC 28428

    4beds
    1,841sqft
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    $7,126/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1979
    7,492 Square Feet Lot
    $1,227,400 Zestimate®
    $703/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Prepare to have the best summer just blocks from the sand at the ultimate Carolina Beach retreat. And this one? It pays you back with built-in rental income, high-end finishes, and a backyard you'll never want to leave. Perfectly positioned in the heart of Carolina Beach, this fully renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers the ideal blend of modern design and coastal charm--just a short stroll to the Spartanburg beach access, the lake, and the weekly Farmers Market. Inside, every detail has been thoughtfully curated. You'll find original shiplap paired beautifully with updated LVP flooring and tile throughout, creating a clean, cohesive feel. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring new appliances, soft-close cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, open shelving and a stunning custom-made dining table that anchors the space. Custom trim work around the TV and a built-in landing zone add both character and convenience. Upstairs, the primary suite is designed as a true retreat, complete with a spacious walk-in closet, a large walk-in shower, and a private balcony off the back--perfect for quiet mornings or unwinding after a day at the beach. The upper level also includes two spacious bunk rooms with plenty of room for friends, family, and guests, plus an additional guest bedroom, creating an ideal layout for hosting. The lower level offers incredible flexibility and stands on its own as a fully functional living space--featuring a private entrance, full kitchen, comfortable living area, two additional bedrooms, a full bath and its own back patio. This level is ideal for guests, in-laws, or as a rental opportunity to generate additional income. You'll also find separate laundry accessible for both levels, an outdoor shower for easy beach days, and a large storage room for all your coastal gear. Outside, a custom aluminum staircase with Trex decking offers both durability and style and the backyard is built for entertaining. Enjoy evenings around the custom-built firepit, relax on the new patio, and take advantage of the added storage with a new custom build shed and covered patio wired for an outdoor TV. The home also features all new fiber cement siding, two new HVAC units, new water heaters, and a metal roof completed prior to the current ownership. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a second home, or an investment opportunity, this property delivers--offering space for the whole family and the option to offset your costs with rental income, all in one of the most walkable and desirable pockets of Carolina Beach.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kristen Lueck 919-434-1302,

    Compass Carolinas LLC

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100565975MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 2
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 3
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Heat Pump, Multi Units
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
      • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Walk-in Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Walk-in Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: LVT/LVP, Tile
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,841
      • Total interior livable area: 1,841 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Attached, Covered, Concrete, Off Street, Tandem, Underhouse
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
      • Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
      • Fencing: Full,Back Yard,Wood,Fenced
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: See Remarks
      • Frontage type: See Remarks
      Lot
      • Size: 7,492 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 150 x 50 x 150
      • Features: Level
      Details
      • Additional structures: Covered Area, Guest House, Shed(s), Storage
      • Parcel number: R09010026010001
      • Zoning: R-1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Other, Pilings
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1979

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Carolina Beach

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $703/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $750,800
      • Annual tax amount: $3,361
      • Date on market: 4/9/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 119 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $1,227,400

        $1.17M - $1.29M

        $3,486/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/31/2026Price change$1,295,000-13.7%$703/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100565975 Report a problem
        4/9/2026Listed for sale$1,500,000+191.3%$815/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100565975 Report a problem
        6/27/2023Sold$515,000-6.4%$280/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100384447 Report a problem
        5/28/2023Pending sale$550,000$299/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100384447 Report a problem
        5/22/2023Price change$550,000-6.4%$299/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100384447 Report a problem
        5/14/2023Listed for sale$587,500+54.6%$319/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100384447 Report a problem
        7/28/2021Sold$380,000$206/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,361 +18.2%$750,800 +80.8%
        2024$2,844 +3.8%$415,200 +0.8%
        2023$2,740 -0.7%$412,100
        2022$2,761 +9%$412,100
        2021$2,533 +33.3%$412,100 +45.9%
        2020$1,900 $282,500
        2019$1,900 $282,500
        2018$1,900 $282,500
        2017-- $282,500 +26.7%
        2016$764 -46.9%$222,900
        2015$1,439 -18.2%$222,900
        2014$1,759 $222,900
        2013-- $222,900
        2012-- $222,900 -31.1%
        2011-- $323,519
        2010-- $323,519
        2009-- --
        2008-- --
        2007-- --
        2005-- $150,850
        2004-- $150,850
        2003-- $150,850 +41.8%
        2002-- $106,350
        2001-- $106,350
        2000-- $106,350
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28428

        Getting around

        64 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        61 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Carolina Beach
        • Middle: Murray
        • High: Ashley

        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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