Welcome to 978 Gaye Avenue, a charming single-family residence nestled canal front in the serene coastal town of Topsail Beach. Built in 1975, this home offers 1400 square feet of living space, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with an enclosed sunroom adding more potential living area. There is a fully enclosed garage/storage area with an additional ground floor suite. It includes a living area, bedroom and a bath. Situated on a spacious lot, the property provides flexible outdoor space for relaxation and entertainment. Fully bulkheaded and a dock for your boat or jet ski. Its prime location offers easy access to the pristine beaches and sound of Topsail Beach with ocean access across the street from Gaye Ave, making it an ideal retreat for beach and boating enthusiasts. The home's generous square footage allows for comfortable living and the opportunity to renovate and customize the space to your liking. The surrounding area is known for its tranquil atmosphere, making it a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life. This property is being sold out of an estate and will be sold ''as is''. This is a rare opportunity to find the fixer upper on the water in Topsail. Come take a look.
Sold for $705,000 on 04/30/25
$705,000
978 Gaye Avenue, Topsail Beach, NC 28445
4beds
1,152sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$684,000 Zestimate®
$612/sqft
$2,952 Estimated rent
Home value
$684,000
$643,000 - $732,000
$2,952/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 30, 2025 at 01:42pm
Listed by:
Frank Sherron 910-690-2194,
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Jade Litcher, 260125
Homeworx Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100489270
Originating MLS: Topsail Island Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Topsail Island Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Primary Living Area
Dining room
- Features: Combination
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Attic: Access Only
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,152
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Unpaved, Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,Sound
- Waterfront features: Pier, Bulkhead, Canal Front, Deeded Water Rights, Boat Dock, Boat Slip
- Frontage type: Canal Front
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
- Dimensions: 85 x 50
- Features: See Remarks, Boat Dock, Boat Slip, Bulkhead, Deeded Water Rights, Pier
Details
- Parcel number: 42138274700000
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Other, Pilings
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Topsail Beach
- Subdivision: Topsail Beach Village
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2025 | Sold | $705,000-10.8%$612/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100489270 | ||
| 3/20/2025 | Contingent | $790,000$686/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100489270 | ||
| 2/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $790,000$686/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100489270 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,706 | $446,478 |
| 2023 | $3,706 +12.5% | $446,478 |
| 2022 | $3,293 | $446,478 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28445
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10North Topsail Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Topsail Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 8/10Topsail High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: North Topsail
- Middle: Topsail
- High: Topsail
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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