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$910,000
Property Description
Located in The Reserve at St. James Plantation, this former builder's model is thoughtfully positioned on nearly a half-acre homesite with a peaceful pond view in the distance. Fairhaven Drive is a private cul-de-sac street known for its attractive streetscape and well-appointed homes. Meticulously maintained, the property offers immediate peace of mind with a new roof and HVAC systems replaced in 2024. Impressive design features include 10-foot ceilings throughout, oversized 6-foot windows topped with transoms that allow plenty of natural light, tiled tub/shower surrounds, and a floor plan that is perfect for one-story living and entertaining. The inviting rocking chair front porch welcomes you inside to a bright, open interior where the scale of the great room and immediate sightlines to the rear living spaces set the tone for the home. As you enter, a wide foyer leads you into the main living space, with a formal dining room positioned to the right and a dedicated study or den to the left with its own full bathroom. The great room features a cathedral ceiling, custom built-ins, surround sound ceiling speakers, and a fireplace that anchor the room while maintaining an open connection to the kitchen and breakfast area. The kitchen offers a semi-open feel while still maintaining connectivity to the oversized breakfast area and main living space. Features include granite countertops, a gas cooktop, true vented hood, double wall oven, wine fridge, and extensive cabinetry with built in wine cabinet. The breakfast area where walls of windows bring in natural light and provide a comfortable space to relax and take in the pond and nature views. Enjoy the sunshine and mild Carolina weather from the rear deck overlooking the backyard. The split bedroom layout provides both comfort and separation. The primary suite offers a true retreat with a deep tray ceiling, generous natural light, and excellent privacy from the guest bedrooms. The primary bathroom is spacious, offering dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, and private water closet. The secondary bedrooms are well positioned on the opposite side of the home, offering privacy and comfortable separation. Each room is generously sized with good natural light, including a larger rear bedroom that overlooks the backyard. These rooms are served by a well-designed shared bathroom with a functional layout and clean finishes. Upstairs, a large bonus suite with built-in bench seating and a full bath creates an ideal private space for guests, hobbies, or additional living. There is no lack of storage with a dedicated laundry room, oversized 2 car garage, attic storage, and plenty of closet space. Additional highlights include hardwood flooring through the main living areas, surround sound, a dehumidification system with adjustable controls located in the pantry. If you are searching for a well-built home in the Reserve neighborhood of St. James Plantaiton you have found it!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3898 Fairhaven Dr
General
- Price: $910,000
- HOA FEE: $115/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $2,847 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100570851
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 15 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Tray Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Humidifier, Dryer, Double Oven, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Eat-in kitchen: Yes
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Waterfront Community, Beach Access, Clubhouse, Community Pool, Dog Park, Gated, Indoor Pool, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Marina, Park, Picnic Area, Playground, Restaurant, Security, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Trail(s)
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Porch
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Aggregate
Location
- County: Brunswick
- Subdivision: St James
- Driving Directions: From 211/main gate, follow St James Drive to right on Ridge Crest Drive, right on Marshfield Drive, right on Fairhaven Drive, home on left
School Information
- High School District: Brunswick County Schools
- Elementary School: Virginia Williamson
- Middle School: South Brunswick
- High School: South Brunswick
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: St James Plantation POA
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Propane, Heat Pump, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Brunswick County Public Utilities
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Composition, Brick, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space2
- Roof: Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 3,210
- Year Built: 2006
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,735
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 153 x 54 x 78 x 37 x 23 x 13 x 34 x 190
- Frontage: Private Road, Maintained, Paved, Paved
- Lot Features: Landscaped
- Zoning: Sj-Epud
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $283.49
- Association Fee: $1,380
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $708,770
- Tax Amount: $2,847.72
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: L-33 S-3 Plat 3 Reserve @ St James 30/412
- Property ID: 204oa015
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Schools
Schools serving 3898 Fairhaven Dr
School District:Brunswick County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Virginia Williamson Elementary 1020 Zion Hill Road Southeast, Bolivia, NC 28422 | K-5 | 8.6 mi |
South Brunswick Middle 100 Cougar Road, Southport, NC 28461 | 6-8 | 4.4 mi |
South Brunswick High 280 Cougar Road, Southport, NC 28461 | 9-12 | 4.6 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 3898 Fairhaven Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2026
Listed
$910,000
47.25%
MLS
9/25/2006
Sold
$618,000
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Public Record
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 3898 Fairhaven Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,848
18%
$708,770
61%
2021
$2,405
—
$441,510
—
2022
$2,405
—
$441,510
—
2020
$2,405
3%
$441,510
1%
2017
$2,327
—
$435,270
—
2016
$2,327
-3%
$435,270
-1%
2019
$2,405
3%
$441,510
1%
2015
$2,329
23%
$435,270
14%
2014
$1,887
—
$383,091
—
2013
$1,887
—
$383,091
—
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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3898 Fairhaven Drive, Southport, NC 28461 (MLS# 100570851) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 3898 Fairhaven Drive is currently listed for $910,000 and was received on May 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 3898 Fairhaven Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Southport? You can browse all Southport real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
