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    • Price cut: $125K (9/5)
    $2,125,000

    216 W Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461

    5beds
    4,020sqft
    : 
    $12,076/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1868
    0.69 Acres Lot
    $2,010,200 Zestimate®
    $529/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    For more than 150 years, The Cape Fear House has stood watch over the waters where the river meets the sea. At the confluence of the Cape Fear River, Atlantic Ocean, and Intracoastal Waterway, The Cape Fear House is a special opportunity to own a piece of history in one of North Carolina's most picturesque waterfront towns. Built in 1868 by Thomas Mann Thompson Jr.--a successful river pilot and Civil War blockade runner--this stately residence embodies Southport's maritime legacy. From its double front porches to its original heart pine floors, every detail tells a story. The home is the only residence in Southport to feature both a widow's walk and a cupola, offering unmatched vantage points over the Cape Fear River, Fort Caswell, and Bald Head Island. With five airy bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, the layout is flexible for family living or hosting guests. *Spanning three parcels and deeded to the waterline with direct beachfront access, the property provides potential for simple living or a compound-style retreat. Lovingly cared for by the same family since 1972 and thoughtfully updated in 2015, the home retains its historic charm while embracing today's lifestyle. Its cinematic backdrop has been sought after for many film and television productions. The true opportunity at 216 W. Bay Street lies beyond its bricks and beams. Ownership here is more than acquiring a residence--it is becoming the next steward of one of Southport's most storied waterfront landmarks. The Cape Fear House is more than a home--it's a story waiting to continue. Contact us today to schedule your private showing of this Southport icon.
    296 days
    1,519
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Daniel A Malechuk 910-431-5159,

    Landmark Sotheby's International Realty,

    Suzanne O'Bryant 910-616-7951,

    Landmark Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100561116MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Den, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Laundry
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 26.25 x 15
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 15 x 12.75
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 15 x 12.75
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 15 x 10.66
      Bedroom 5
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 15 x 14.33
      Den
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 15 x 14.33
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 22 x 13.5
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 22 x 12.5
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 16.25 x 8.75
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 29.33 x 15
      Heating
      • Electric, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Bookcases, Furnished
      • Flooring: Tile, Wood
      • Basement: None
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,020
      • Total interior livable area: 4,020 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Paved
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
      • Exterior features: None
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Metal/Ornamental,Brick,Chain Link,Back Yard
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: ICW, Ocean, River, Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Ocean,River,Water
      • Waterfront features: Deeded Beach Access, Deeded Water Rights, ICW Front
      • Frontage type: River,ICW Front
      Lot
      • Size: 0.69 Acres
      • Dimensions: Tract 1&2: 99 x 193 Tract 3: 102 x 103 x 99 x 113
      • Features: Corner Lot, Deeded Beach Access, Deeded Water Rights
      Details
      • Parcel number: 237lh004
      • Zoning: Sp-R-10
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1868

      Utilities & green energy

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

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Southport

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $529/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,724,690
      • Date on market: 3/18/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 296 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $2,010,200

        $1.91M - $2.11M

        $3,781/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/5/2026Price change$2,125,000-5.6%$529/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100561116 Report a problem
        3/18/2026Listed for sale$2,250,000-4.3%$560/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100561116 Report a problem
        12/4/2025Listing removed$2,350,000$585/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100532093 Report a problem
        9/26/2025Listed for sale$2,350,000-16.1%$585/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100532093 Report a problem
        9/30/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Hive MLS #100321100 Report a problem
        4/7/2022Listed for sale$2,800,000-2.3%$697/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100321100 Report a problem
        8/30/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/1/2021Listed for sale$2,865,000$713/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28461

        Getting around

        49 / 100
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        • Elementary: Southport
        • Middle: South Brunswick
        • High: South Brunswick

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