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$875,000
Property Description
Welcome to this beautifully maintained home in the desirable Harbor Oaks community, just minutes from historic downtown Southport and the waterfront. This spacious 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers over 2,700 square feet of living space on a generous .41-acre lot, combining comfort, functionality, and coastal lifestyle living. The main level features a well-designed layout with a primary suite, inviting living areas, and abundant natural light. Upstairs, additional bedrooms and flexible space provide room for guests, hobbies, or a home office. A standout feature of this home is the finished room above the garage, offering a private bedroom and full bath along with attic storage. This versatile space is perfect for guests, a home office, hobby room, or a separate retreat for added privacy. Step outside to your private backyard retreat--complete with a screened porch, expansive deck, and a sparkling pool, perfect for entertaining or relaxing year-round. Located in Harbor Oaks, a sought-after neighborhood with low HOA dues and convenient access to Southport, Oak Island beaches, and area marinas, this home offers the ideal blend of privacy and coastal convenience.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5126 Fernwood Dr
General
- Price: $875,000
- HOA FEE: $41/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $4,909 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100568022
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 28 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log
- Appliances: Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Tankless Water Heater
- Furnishings: Negotiable
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Park
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: See Remarks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Attached, Concrete, Garage
Location
- County: Brunswick
- Subdivision: Harbor Oaks
- Driving Directions: Take Highway 211/ Howe street or NC 133 to left on Howe street to left on Stuart to left on Moore Street to roundabout near Ft Fisher Ferry to left into Harbor Oak Development to, first left onto Fernwood Dr. and home will be on the left
School Information
- High School District: Brunswick County Schools
- Elementary School: Southport
- Middle School: South Brunswick
- High School: South Brunswick
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Harbor Oaks POA
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Fireplace(s), Electric, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: See Remarks62
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: None, Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 2,737
- Year Built: 2006
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Storage
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.41
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 17,860
- Lot Dimensions: 90 x 204 x 91 x 188
- Frontage: City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Lot Features: Landscaped
- Zoning: Sp- R-10
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Fenced
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $319.69
- Association Fee: $495
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $622,700
- Tax Amount: $4,909.08
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: L-12 S-3 Harbor Oaks Plat 21/410
- Property ID: 222pb040
- Lot Number: 12
Listed by Turn-Key Realty, Diana M Setaro
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Schools
Schools serving 5126 Fernwood Dr
School District:Brunswick County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Southport Elementary 701 West 9th Street, Southport, NC 28461 | K-5 | 1.4 mi |
South Brunswick Middle 100 Cougar Road, Southport, NC 28461 | 6-8 | 5.7 mi |
South Brunswick High 280 Cougar Road, Southport, NC 28461 | 9-12 | 5.7 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 5126 Fernwood Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/18/2026
Listed
$875,000
16.67%
MLS
6/09/2025
Sold
$750,000
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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 5126 Fernwood Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,909
6%
$622,700
21%
2021
$4,639
-13%
$514,990
—
2022
$5,341
15%
$514,990
—
2020
$4,639
11%
$514,990
12%
2018
$4,183
1%
$459,530
—
2017
$4,146
-11%
$459,530
-11%
2019
$4,639
21%
$514,990
12%
2015
$3,841
12%
$459,530
7%
2014
$3,425
—
$429,148
—
2013
$3,425
—
$429,148
—
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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5126 Fernwood Drive, Southport, NC 28461 (MLS# 100568022) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 5126 Fernwood Drive is currently listed for $875,000 and was received on April 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 5126 Fernwood 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.
