2555 St James Drive SE Unit 303
Southport, NC 28461
$550,000
About the property
Elevated Marina Views | 2nd Floor | 1,350 Sq Ft of Coastal Comfort Experience front-row marina living from this beautifully positioned second-floor condo overlooking St. James Marina. Wake up to shimmering water views and unwind each evening as boats drift in against a glowing coastal sunset -- this is the lifestyle buyers come to the coast for. Offering 1,350 square feet of thoughtfully designed space, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence blends relaxed elegance with easy, low-maintenance living. The third bedroom functions as a private lockout suite with its own entrance and kitchenette -- ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or added rental flexibility. Inside, natural light fills the open-concept living and dining area, drawing your eye straight to the water. Step onto the private screened porch and enjoy morning coffee with the marina as your backdrop or evening cocktails with a front-row seat to coastal activity. The spacious primary suite features tranquil water views, a walk-in closet, and a private en-suite bath. A split-bedroom layout offers privacy and versatility for visitors or a home office. Recent improvements include updated appliances, enhancing both function and style -- making this home truly move-in ready. Located within the highly desirable gated community of St. James Plantation, residents enjoy world-class amenities including championship golf, a private beach club, fitness centers, pools, tennis and pickleball courts, miles of walking and biking trails, and a full-service marina just steps away. Waterfront dining, boutique conveniences, kayak launch, dog parks, and community events complete the experience. Whether you're seeking a full-time coastal residence, vacation escape, or investment opportunity, this second-floor marina-front condo delivers the best of Southport living -- just minutes from historic downtown and the beaches of Oak Island. Own your view. Live the marina lifestyle. New Flooring, Paint, Fans, Light Fixtures, Toilets, Kitchen Cabinet Doors May/June 2026 :) I was going to also update the carpet on the back deck but the HOA is actually going to do something very soon with the back desck so I have been told it would be redundant to do this. HOA Managing company LRES
At a glance
Listing details
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Heated square feet
- 1,350
- Lot acres
- 0
- Stories
- 1
- Zoning
- Residential
- HOA
- Yes
- Waterfront
- No
- Fireplace
- Yes
Education
Schools
- Elementary school
- Virginia Williamson
- Middle school
- South Brunswick
- High school
- South Brunswick
- School district
- Brunswick County Schools
Complete report
Property features
- City
- Southport
- Sub-Type
- Condominium
- County
- Brunswick
- Location Type
- Mainland
- Subdivision
- St James
- Unit #
- Unit 303
- City Limits
- Yes
- Marketing City
- Southport
- Year Built
- 2000
- # Baths - Total
- 3
- # Bedrooms
- 3
- # Rooms
- 5
- Master Bedroom Level
- Primary Living Area
- Fireplaces Total
- 1
- New Construction
- No
- Sign on Property
- No
- Handicap Accessible
- None
- Attic
- None
- Appliances/Equip
- Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Refrigerator; Washer
- Basement
- See Remarks
- Construction
- Wood Frame
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Dining Room Type
- Combination
- Entry Level Information
- Entry Level: 1
- Exterior Finish
- None
- Foundation
- Slab
- Exterior Features
- None
- Terms
- Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan
- Unit Type
- 3 Bedroom; Manager's Unit
- Fencing
- None
- Interior Features
- 2nd Kitchen; Apt/Suite
- Garage & Parking
- Attached Garage Spaces: 0; Detached Garage Spaces: 0; Total # Garage Spaces: 0; Total Carport Spaces: 0
- HOA and Neigh Amenities
- Club Membership: None Selected; Club Membership
- Heated SqFt
- 1200 - 1399
- Heating
- Other
- Heating System Fuel Source
- See Remarks
- Patio and Porch Features
- Covered; Deck; Porch; Screened
- Parking Features
- Asphalt
- Roof
- Shingle
- Road Type/Frontage
- Paved
- Showing Instructions
- Showing Service
- Levels
- One
- Utilities
- See Remarks
- Construction Type
- Stick Built
- View Type
- Marina
- Frontage Type
- Marina Front
- Tax Assessed Value
- $478,670
- Cobra Zone
- No
- Deed Book
- 00
- Plat Book
- 00
- PID
- 235FF00103
- Tax Identifier
- 235ff00103
- Plat Page
- 00
- Total Real Estate Property Taxes
- $1,922.72
- Special Assessments
- None
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Legal
- U-303 Ph-3 Shipwatch Villas Cb-8/202-208
- Directions to Property
- Head north on NC-211 N ue577 4.0 mi Turn left onto St James Dr SE ue002 Partial restricted usage road ue577 3.7 mi At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit and stay on St James Dr SE ue002 Restricted usage road 0.5 mi Turn left ue002 Restricted usage road 112 ft Turn left ue002 Restricted usage road ue88e Destination will be on the right 0.0 mi 2555 St James Dr SE