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$667,500
Property Description
Welcome to 1401 Canal Dr, Unit 3, located in the desirable Captain's Quarters community in Carolina Beach. This meticulously kept 3 br, 2.5 ba townhome offers 1,240 square feet of comfortable coastal living with thoughtful updates throughout & stunning canal views. The open concept living space feels bright & inviting, featuring smooth ceilings, updated bathrooms, & new LVP flooring with fresh stairway carpet installed in 2025. The kitchen was tastefully refreshed in 2024 with quartz countertops, elegant custom backsplash, & new appliances, making it both functional and stylish for everyday living or entertaining. Hurricane windows have been added in the kitchen, 2nd bedroom, & 3rd bedroom, along with a new primary bedroom sliding doors installed in 2018 that includes a 1-time transferable warranty. Step outside and enjoy new composite decking completed in 2023, perfect for relaxing after a day on the water. This unit comes fully furnished, including 2 kayaks, so it's ready to enjoy from day one. Boaters will appreciate the private 10' x 30' boat slip with lighting, electricity, & water, along with new community docks updated in 2024. The community pool was resurfaced in 2024 & offers a peaceful place to unwind. The property includes a private garage & ample additional parking, plus recent structural improvements to the building completed in 2025. Located just 1 block from one of the widest parts Carolina Beach, this home offers easy access to both the ocean & canal, with spectacular sunset views right outside your door. Short-term rentals are allowed with a minimum three-night stay, adding strong investment potential. HOA fees include a master insurance policy covering fire, flood, liability, & wind & hail, & recently proposed infrastructure improvements along Canal Drive add even more long-term value. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, 2nd home, or rental, this waterfront home delivers location, updates, & lifestyle in one complete package.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1401 Canal Dr #Apt 3
General
- Sold For: $667,500
- HOA FEE: $850/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $2,948 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100553175
- Added to Site: 97 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Pantry, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Non Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Hall
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Roof Maintenance, Waterfront Community, Boat Dock, Boat Slip - Assigned, Community Pool, Flood Insurance, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Marina, Master Insure, Pest Control, Sewer, Trash, Water, Owner Pets Only, Cable TV
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, See Remarks
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: On Site, Paved
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Captains Quarters
- Driving Directions: Hwy 421 to Carolina Beach. Turn left on Carl Winner Drive. Turn left on Canal Drive. Captains Quarters will be on the left in the 1400 block of Canal. Unit 3 will be in the first building.
School Information
- High School District: New Hanover
- Elementary School: Carolina Beach
- Middle School: Murray
- High School: Ashley
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Captains Quarters HOA-Network Real Estate
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,240
- Year Built: 1979
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 871
- Lot Dimensions: townhome
- Frontage: City Street, State Road
- Lot Features: Boat Slip, Bulkhead, Harbor, Water Access Comm
- Zoning: R-1
- Fencing (Description): None
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Bulkhead, Canal Front, Harbor, Water Access Comm
Green Features
- Building Certification: None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $544.35
- Association Fee: $10,200
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $658,500
- Tax Amount: $2,948.11
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: Lot 3 Captains Quarters
- Property ID: R08811-005-001-003
Listed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB, Rouse & Jones Property Group
Sold by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, Jessica Daniel
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Schools
Schools serving 1401 Canal Dr #Apt 3
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Carolina Beach Elementary 400 South 4th Street, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 | K-5 | 1.7 mi |
Charles P Murray Middle 655 Halyburton Memorial Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28412 | 6-8 | 3.5 mi |
Eugene Ashley High 555 Halyburton Memorial Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28412 | 9-12 | 3.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1401 Canal Dr #Apt 3
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/09/2026
Sold
$667,500
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1401 Canal Drive #Apt 3, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 (MLS# 100553175) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $667,500 on March 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 1401 Canal Drive #Apt 3? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Carolina Beach? You can browse all Carolina Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
