1171 Pope Road

Closed 10/29/21

Sold

Last Sold Price

$462,000

3 beds3 baths2,377 sqft$194/sqft

1171 Pope Rd, Watha, NC 28478

Single FamilyProperty Type

4.71 acresLot Size

2007Year Built

$194/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

A gracious Donald Gardner home on three parcels totaling 4.71 acres. Custom features and details often desired but rarely found. A gracious columned home on a high peaceful knoll oozes southern charm with 10' wide front and side porches. A porch swing is included. Entertain a gathering on a 12' wide, 52' deck then relax on your screen porch. Access the additional 392sq ft above the garage from the rear deck. Perfect space for a home office or writing studio. Enjoy an oversize garage with space for...A gracious Donald Gardner home on three parcels totaling 4.71 acres. Custom features and details often desired but rarely found. A gracious columned home on a high peaceful knoll oozes southern charm with 10' wide front and side porches. A porch swing is included. Entertain a gathering on a 12' wide, 52' deck then relax on your screen porch. Access the additional 392sq ft above the garage from the rear deck. Perfect space for a home office or writing studio. Enjoy an oversize garage with space for 2 vehicles and tools. Store yard equipment in the 12 X 12 custom shed and your motor home under the RV port. A ready to go chicken coop awaits your flock. Room to add horses. Plenty of room to add a pool. Only 3.5 miles from Burgaw for access to gas, shopping and to I 40 for an easy drive into Wilmington shopping and entertainment. A great open space interior with a vaulted ceiling and bamboo floors. Stone fireplace with glass logs, oversize showers and quartz counters. Huge master bedroom with dual closets and deck access. A 50 year metal roof, 217' deep well and a 12k generator. Pope is an unpaved state maintained road.

Listed by: Beverly B Femia 910.279.9794 Bev@CoastalAreaLiving.com Brokerage DRE #C21662 • BlueCoast Realty Corporation

Listing closed: 10/29/2021 12:00 AM • Source: NCRMLS, MLS#: 100290235

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Property Information for 1171 Pope Road

Property Details

Taxes: $2,094 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Pender County
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Waterfront: No
Waterfront Features: None
Zoning: R-15

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 2007
Lot Size: 4.71 AC / 205,168 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Island Or Mainland: Mainland
In City Limits: No

Secondary Subdivision: N/A
Cobra Zone: No
Directions: 117 to S Walker St. Left on W Bridgers which turns into Penderlea Hghy. Go approximately 3.5 miles and turn left on Pope Rd. There is a white house on the corner at Pope. 1171 Pope is around the corner on the right.
Latitude: 35
Longitude: -78
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road, Unpaved

Taxes and HOA

Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: none
Association Amenities: See Remarks

Association: No
Parcel Number: 33004078580000
Tax Book Number: 32
Tax Legal Description: 1171 Pope Rd, Watha, Metes and Bounds containing approx 1.816 aces of land. Being all that 1.521 acres and 1.34 acres
Tax Map Number: 046
Tax Assessed Value: $231,780
Tax Year: 2020

Parking

Attached Garage: No
Carport Spaces: 1.0

Parking Total: 2.0
Parking Features: Off Street, On Site, Unpaved

Property

Lot Information

Lot Water Features: None
Building Area Total: 1985.0

Lot Size Acres: 4.71
Lot Size Area: 4.71
Lot Size Square Feet: 205168.0
Lot Features: Open Lot, Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
Lot Size Units: Acres
Living Area: 2377.0
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Structure Type: Wood Frame

Property and Assessments

Deed Book: 4099 and 4380
Deed Page: 381.0

Termite Bond: Yes
Termite Company: Bugout
Termite Company Phone: 919-851-0220
New Construction: No
Possession: At Closing
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 2007
Permitted Use: Public

Green Features

Green Building Verification Type: None

Utilities

Sewer Provider: Septic Tank, Existing Septic System
Fuel Tank Owned Or Leased: Leased

Electric Provider: Four County Electric
Water Provider: Existing Well
Fuel Tank Above Or Below Ground: Above Ground
Fuel Tank Fuel Type: Propane
Water Source: Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
Accessibility Features: None

Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Gas Log
Fencing: None
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened
Pool Features: None
Roof: Metal
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Stories: 1

Interior Features

Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.0

Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.1
Pool Spa Features: None
Heating System Fuel Source: Electric, Propane
Water Heater: Electric
Dining Room Type: Combination
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
Additional Living Space With Separate Entry Description: 392 sq ft
Appliances: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedrooms Total: 3
Basement: None
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Flooring: Bamboo, Carpet, Tile, Wood
Heating: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Solid Surface, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log
Laundry Features: In Hall
Levels: One
Room Type: Dining Room, Living Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2
Rooms Total: 6
Window Features: Thermal Windows

Room Information

Room 1

Room Level: First
Room Description: 10.6 x 15.4 Level: Down- 1st Floor

Room Length: 10.6
Room Width: 15.4
Room Type: Bedroom 1

Room 2

Room Level: First
Room Description: 10.6 x 15.4 Level: Down- 1st Floor

Room Length: 10.6
Room Width: 15.4
Room Type: Bedroom 2

Room 3

Room Level: First
Room Description: 13 x 13 Level: Down- 1st Floor

Room Length: 13.0
Room Width: 13.0
Room Type: Kitchen

Room 4

Room Level: First
Room Description: 19 x 16 Level: Down- 1st Floor

Room Length: 19.0
Room Width: 16.0
Room Type: Master Bedroom

Room 5

Room Level: First
Room Description: 21 x 17 Level: Down- 1st Floor

Room Length: 21.0
Room Width: 17.0
Room Type: Living Room

Room 6

Room Level: First
Room Description: 15 x 13 Level: Down- 1st Floor

Room Length: 15.0
Room Width: 13.0
Room Type: Dining Room

Agent

Sale and Listing

Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 1171 Pope Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Oct 29, 2021	Sold NCRMLS #100290235	$462,000	—
Oct 25, 2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1475176980	$462,000	—
Sep 20, 2021	Pending NCRMLS #100290235		—
Sep 15, 2021	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100290235	$459,900	—
Jul 5, 2012	Sold NCRMLS #30478015	$191,400	—
Jun 20, 2012	Pending NCRMLS #30478015		—
Jun 15, 2012	Expired NCRMLS #30468186	$220,225	—
Jun 13, 2012	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #30478015	$174,900	—
Sep 20, 2011	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #30468186	$220,225	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
10/29/2021	Sold NCRMLS #100290235	$462,000
10/25/2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1475176980	$462,000
09/20/2021	Pending NCRMLS #100290235	—
09/15/2021	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100290235	$459,900
07/05/2012	Sold NCRMLS #30478015	$191,400
06/20/2012	Pending NCRMLS #30478015	—
06/15/2012	Expired NCRMLS #30468186	$220,225
06/13/2012	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #30478015	$174,900
09/20/2011	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #30468186	$220,225

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1171 Pope Road

Taxable ValueLand$22,400Additions$185,440Total$207,840

Tax Record2024$2,154 ($179 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,920 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,920 SqFtStories1Lot Size78,408 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2007ZoningR20CountyPENDERAPN3300-40-7858-0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1171 Pope Road

This home is within Pender County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
4/10	Penderlea Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 8	6.7 mi
2/10	Pender High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.3 mi
9/10	Pender Early College High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 13	4.2 mi
4/10	Pender Innovative Learning Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 12	12.2 mi
7/10	Surf City Elementary	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	24.7 mi
9/10	Surf City Middle	Public - Nearby school	6 to 8	24.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
4/10	Penderlea Elementary School PublicK to 8 Serves this home	6.7 mi
2/10	Pender High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.3 mi
9/10	Pender Early College High School Public9 to 13 Nearby school	4.2 mi
4/10	Pender Innovative Learning Academy PublicK to 12 Nearby school	12.2 mi
7/10	Surf City Elementary PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	24.7 mi
9/10	Surf City Middle Public6 to 8 Nearby school	24.7 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 1171 Pope Road, Watha, NC 28478	$462,000	3	3	2,377	205,168
1180 Pope Road, Willard, NC 28478	$21,900	–	–	–	78,843
1124 Pope Road, Watha, NC 28478	$450,000	3	2	1,533	312,325
1087 Pope Road, Watha, NC 28478	$16,000	–	2	1,376	79,715
1057 Pope Road, Watha, NC 28478	$228,000	3	3	2,082	139,392
1345 Pope Road, Watha, NC 28478	–	2	1	1,104	174,240
5035 Coras Grove Road, Watha, NC 28478	$51,000	3	1	1,152	2,422,807
1396 Pope Road, Watha, NC 28478	–	–	2	1,394	43,560
3769 Penderlea Highway, Watha, NC 28478	$205,000	3	2	1,305	20,038
3911 Penderlea Highway, Willard, NC 28478	$180,000	3	1	977	20,038
3941 Penderlea Highway, Watha, NC 28478	–	–	2	1,848	19,602
3875 Penderlea Highway, Watha, NC 28478	$129,900	4	2	2,043	20,473
3723 Penderlea Highway, Willard, NC 28478	–	3	2	2,184	43,560
3969 Penderlea Highway, Willard, NC 28478	$202,500	3	2	1,550	87,120
3798 Penderlea Highway, Watha, NC 28478	$135,000	3	1	1,616	40,075
1167 Pope Road, Watha, NC 28478	–	–	–	–	19,166

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