This beautiful custom built home boasts an attractive curb appeal that exudes timeless charm and character. The excellent location puts you just minutes away from the full-scale St. James marina, waterway park a 10-acre outdoor area located on the Intracoastal waterway, and minutes away from The Grove entrance. Brick pillars frame the entrance to a stamped concrete driveway, setting a warm and welcoming tone. The exterior showcases a harmonious blend of multiple rooflines (new roof installed 2024), elegant brickwork, and durable cement composite siding. A rocking chair front porch, accented by graceful arched transom windows, invites you to relax. Spanning over 3,500 heated square feet, the residence offers three spacious bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, making it the perfect blend of comfort and sophistication. The entryway is a showcase of elegant and thoughtful design, featuring gorgeous hardwood flooring. Crown molding and custom wainscoted columns frame the formal dining room, which is further distinguished by an octagon-shaped tray ceiling and a striking wood inlay border that adds intricate detail to the floor. The space flows seamlessly into the great room, where a vaulted ceiling and a cozy gas fireplace create a warm and inviting ambiance. Custom recessed built-ins add both functionality and charm, while natural light warms the room through atrium doors crowned with a graceful half-moon transom window. These doors lead to a tiled sunroom with skylights, offering peaceful views of the beautifully landscaped backyard, complete with a paver patio for outdoor relaxation and entertaining. The spacious kitchen features wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, black granite counters, a built-in wine rack, and a tumbled stone backsplash. Bar-height seating at the peninsula opens to the breakfast nook, which boasts a vaulted ceiling, custom wainscoting, and picturesque backyard views. The owner's suite is tucked away for maximum privacy and features a double tray ceiling, cozy carpet, and direct access to the sunroom. The ensuite bathroom offers a luxurious retreat with a dual sink vanity topped with granite counters, a tiled walk-in shower with a glass door, and a relaxing soaking tub. Two guest bedrooms with carpet are located on the main floor and share a full bathroom. First floor living also includes an office/study with a vaulted ceiling, custom wainscoting, and convenient access to a powder room. The home's laundry station provides extra storage and space for a drop zone when entering from the attached 2-car garage. Upstairs is a bonus/flex room complete with its own private bathroom and a quaint, lighted alcove perfect for a reading nook or display. This room has many versatile uses including a hobby area, media room, or private 4th bedroom. Built by Heritage Homes and Vic Sitka one of the finest home builders that St. James Plantation has seen this Donald Gardener design is a masterpiece.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (6/24)
$779,000
2472 St James Drive, Southport, NC 28461
4beds
3,518sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
0.36 Acres Lot
$761,000 Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$100/mo HOA
What's special
- 250 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 24, 2025 at 12:01pm
Listed by:
Nolan K Formalarie 910-477-0085,
Discover NC Homes
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100480816

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
Features
- Master Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,518
- Total interior livable area: 3,518 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Off Street, On Site
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 111 x 173 x 68 x 186
Details
- Parcel number: 235cd068
- Zoning: Sj-Epud
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: St James
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Beach Access, Clubhouse, Pool, Dog Park, Exercise Course, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Course, Indoor Pool, Maint - Comm Areas, Maint - Roads, Marina, Park, Pickleball, Picnic Area, Playground, Restaurant, Security, Sidewalk, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
- HOA fee: $1,200 annually
- HOA name: St James POA
- HOA phone: 910-253-4805
Location
- Region: Southport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $221/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $675,170
- Annual tax amount: $2,712
- Date on market: 12/20/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
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