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$1,195,000 Just Listed
Property Description
Welcome to this magnificent southern charmer situated along the shores of Virginia Creek which connects directly to the Intracoastal Waterway and surrounded by breath-taking landscaping offering complete privacy. The property is tucked in and nicely secluded, allowing the owners to enjoy peace and quiet while sitting on their front porch. You will be blown away with the craftsmanship and detailed trim work with each step. As you enter the foyer, you will immediately notice white pine wooden floors installed throughout the entire main living area. A grand staircase is located in front of you and a formal dining room shielded by a crafted half wall and columns on your left. The gourmet kitchen offers solid wood custom cabinetry with a soft closing system which provides a wealth of storage space, a large working island with a gas cook-top and a glistening granite counter-top, stainless-steel appliances to include a double oven and two-drawer dishwasher and seam-less Corian counter-tops . This kitchen will please every chef and make any cooking experience much more enjoyable. The open concept connects the kitchen with the dining room and the living room. The large and bright living room welcomes you and feels as though it was made for cozy evenings around a fireplace with a nice glass of wine, reading your favorite author, playing family games, conducting deep conversations or just watching movies. The private Master Suite features a double vanity with additional storage, an oversized custom-tiled walk-in shower and multiple shower heads, a Jacuzzi tub, a linen closet and two walk-in closets. A laundry room with a shelf and storage cabinet also has a washer and a dryer ready for its new owners. A powder room with a coat closet complete the main level. Upstairs you can explore a nice loft, a large spare bedroom with a sitting area leading to a private balcony overlooking the water, a second spare bedroom with access to the attic and a full bathroom. Enjoy your Southern tea on your 300 sq.ft. screened-in porch while overlooking your backyard loaded with evergreens and perineal plants and watching wildlife passing by - an abundance of birds, butterflies, owls, turtles, bunnies and opossums. Get wild with your gardening skills, do some handy work in the oversized detached garage with a storage space or just simply grab a fishing pole, jump in a kayak at the end of your dock and get to some rip'n & grip'n. This property has it all! This home also features a brand-new roof (May 2026), freshly installed carpet, fresh paint, brand-new light fixtures, plantation shutters and the seller is offering a one-year home warranty. Looking for more fun and activities? Enjoy the community pool with a club house and tennis courts or take a short drive to the fabulous Kiwanis park. This property is Southern Living at its finest! The absolutely amazing location of this property is another attractive feature to consider. Situated near the sparkling Intracoastal Waterway with a public ramp, highly rated schools, shopping, restaurants, many golf courses, Topsail Island and Wrightsville beaches, and the city of Wilmington with a world class university, an international airport, a tremendously growing network of businesses, and a historic river district.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1469 Royal Tern Dr
General
- Price: $1,195,000
- HOA FEE: $107/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $4,520 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100573984
- Updated: 5/14/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Double Oven, Dishwasher
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Waterfront Community, Boat Dock, Clubhouse, Community Pool, Fitness Center, Gated, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
- Security/Safety: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation System
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Screened, Balcony, Front Porch, Rear Por
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved
Location
- County: Pender
- Subdivision: Pelican Reef
- Driving Directions: Start on US Highway 17 N (US-17). Turn right onto Royal Tern Dr. Property is at the end.
School Information
- Elementary School: Surf City
- Middle School: Surf City
- High School: Topsail
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Pelican Reef HOA
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Off Site, Septic Permit On File
- Water: Public, Well
- Utility Description: Water Available
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 3,061
- Year Built: 2005
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.71
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 30,928
- Lot Dimensions: TBD
- Frontage: Private Road, Maintained, Paved, Paved
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Boat Dock, Water Access Comm
- Zoning: PD
- Fencing (Description): None
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Water Access Comm
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $390.4
- Association Fee: $1,281
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $467,126
- Tax Amount: $4,520.91
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: L17, Pb 29/129 Pelican Reef Sec I
- Property ID: 4215-90-1332-0000
- Lot Number: 17
Listed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Hampstead, Irena B Kohler
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Schools
Schools serving 1469 Royal Tern Dr
School District:Pender County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Topsail High School 245 North Saint Johns Church Road, Hampstead, NC 28443 | 9-12 | 4.8 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 1469 Royal Tern Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/14/2026
Listed
$1,195,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1469 Royal Tern Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,521
—
$767,069
64%
2024
$4,521
10%
$467,126
—
2021
$4,109
3%
$467,126
—
2022
$3,999
-3%
$467,126
—
2020
$4,109
91%
$467,126
102%
2019
$2,149
-53%
$231,666
-53%
2018
$4,527
—
$493,635
—
2017
$4,527
1%
$493,635
—
2016
$4,478
1%
$493,635
—
2015
$4,443
28%
$493,635
—
2013
$3,478
—
$493,635
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1469 Royal Tern Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443 (MLS# 100573984) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1469 Royal Tern Drive is currently listed for $1,195,000 and was received on May 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 1469 Royal Tern Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hampstead? You can browse all Hampstead real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
