116 River Drive
Southport, NC 28461
$3,250,000
About the property
There are so few places on the Cape Fear where history, location, and true waterfront living converge. Originally built in the 1950s by legendary local builder Boyd Moore, 116 River Drive offers a front-row seat to the river, where cargo ships pass, sunrises hit the water and life naturally slows down to match the tide. Set on over an acre of prime riverfront, the property is tailored for anyone who truly appreciates the coastal outdoors. Step out on your private dock and enjoy an afternoon drink under the shade, but water below or drop a line in for dinner. Two Boat Lifts, a 30,000 lb and 10,000lb stand ready to cradle your maritime fleet, one switch decides the day. Will it be a day offshore or a smooth Intracoastal run for an evening dinner with friends and family? Your very own stretch of private beach and a massive, open yard where you can enjoy one of the very best views North Carolina has to offer. Inside, a complete 2024 renovation thoughtfully modernizes the home while preserving its original character. The 1,901-square-foot floor plan features an open concept kitchen with living spaces designed for effortless entertaining. Classic hardwood floors throughout, and a cozy fireplace adds to the living experience. The master bedroom retains its original floor-length windows, framing unobstructed views across the water. Properties like this are irreplaceable, meant to be enjoyed for generations, combining authentic local provenance, modern updates, and unmatched deep-water ocean access. High on an ancient dune, minutes from downtown Southport, this is a rare piece of the river. Contact us for more information.
At a glance
Listing details
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Heated square feet
- 1,900
- Lot acres
- 1.16
- Lot dimensions
- 72 x 682 x 75 x 701
- Stories
- 1
- Zoning
- Sp-R-10
- HOA
- No
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Fireplace
- Yes
Education
Schools
- Elementary school
- Southport
- Middle school
- South Brunswick
- High school
- South Brunswick
- School district
- Brunswick County Schools
Complete report
Property features
- City
- Southport
- Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- County
- Brunswick
- Location Type
- Mainland
- Subdivision
- Cape Fear River Heights
- Secondary Subdivision
- N/A
- City Limits
- Yes
- Marketing City
- Southport
- Year Built
- 1956
- # Baths - Total
- 2
- # Bedrooms
- 3
- # Rooms
- 7
- Master Bedroom Level
- Primary Living Area
- Fireplaces Total
- 1
- Waterview
- Yes
- New Construction
- No
- Sign on Property
- No
- Handicap Accessible
- None
- Attic
- Access Only
- Appliances/Equip
- Dishwasher; Disposal; Down Draft; Dryer; Gas Oven; Generator; Ice Maker; Refrigerator; Washer
- Basement
- None
- Boat Slip
- Boat Slip Length: 50; Boat Slip Width: 15; Mean High Water Depth: 10
- Construction
- Concrete
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Dining Room Type
- Combination
- Entry Level Information
- Entry Level: 1
- Exterior Finish
- Composition
- Foundation
- Block
- Exterior Features
- Irrigation System
- Terms
- Cash; Conventional; VA Loan
- Trash Collection
- City Pick-UP
- Furnished
- Furnished; Negotiable
- Unit Type
- 3 Bedroom
- Flooring
- Tile; Wood
- Fencing
- Back Yard
- Interior Features
- Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Furnished; Kitchen Island; Master Downstairs; Pantry; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s)
- Garage & Parking
- Attached Garage Spaces: 0; Detached Garage Spaces: 0; Total # Garage Spaces: 0; Attached Carport Spaces: 1; Total Carport Spaces: 1
- Heated SqFt
- 1800 - 1999
- Heating
- Fireplace(s); Heat Pump
- Heating System Fuel Source
- Propane
- Lot Features
- Level; Open Lot
- Laundry Features
- Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer; In Garage
- Lot Water Features
- Boat Dock; Boat Lift; Deeded Waterfront; Pier; Water Depth 4+
- Patio and Porch Features
- Covered; Deck; Porch
- Parking Features
- Attached; Concrete; Covered; Garage Faces Front; Golf Cart Parking
- Pool Features
- None
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle; Shingle
- Road Type/Frontage
- Maintained; Paved; Public (City/Cty/St)
- Levels
- One
- Water Heater
- Propane
- Utilities
- Sewer Available; Water Available
- Sewer
- Municipal Sewer
- Water Source
- Municipal Water
- Construction Type
- Stick Built
- View Type
- ICW View
- Frontage Type
- ICW Front
- Tax Assessed Value
- $1,339,300
- Cobra Zone
- No
- Deed Book
- 5210
- Deed Page
- 93
- Federal Flood Ins Avlbl
- Yes
- Plat Book
- 3
- PID
- 238GA018
- Tax Identifier
- 238ga018
- Plat Page
- 32
- Total Real Estate Property Taxes
- $9,467.96
- Special Assessments
- None
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Lot #
- 28-29
- Legal
- L-28-29 & P/O 30 B-2 Cf Rvr Hgts Plat 3/32
- Directions to Property
- Moore street to River Dirve, home is on the right.