281 Sparrows Bend

Hampstead, NC 28443

$603,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3,522 Sq. Ft.
$171 / Sq. Ft.
3,522
Sq. Ft.
$171
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 5/29/24
Closed 5/29/24
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Description

This is THE ONE! Come fall in love with this gorgeous and spacious home situated on a corner lot with a side load garage! Boasting FIVE bedrooms, PLUS an office, PLUS a flex room, PLUS a bonus room, you'll have plenty of room to work from home or to accommodate guests. As you walk into the foyer, the formal dining space is off to the right, while the home office is behind beautiful French doors off to the left. The family room, kitchen and informal dining space are open concept and wonderful for...This is THE ONE! Come fall in love with this gorgeous and spacious home situated on a corner lot with a side load garage! Boasting FIVE bedrooms, PLUS an office, PLUS a flex room, PLUS a bonus room, you'll have plenty of room to work from home or to accommodate guests. As you walk into the foyer, the formal dining space is off to the right, while the home office is behind beautiful French doors off to the left. The family room, kitchen and informal dining space are open concept and wonderful for entertaining. The kitchen has an oversized island, farmhouse sink, gas stove, and a pantry full of customized shelving and drawers. The flex room off of the kitchen is currently being used as a fitness room, but the possibilities for use are endless! Around the corner from the kitchen you'll find a bedroom and adjacent full bathroom, which is a perfect guest space. Heading upstairs you'll find 3 more bedrooms, one with an en-suite full bathroom, and another full bathroom in the hallway. Down the hall is the enormous bonus or ''hangout'' room and the amazing laundry room complete with custom storage, shelving and hang space. The incredible primary suite completes the second floor, boasting a huge bedroom with vaulted ceilings, separate sinks, a bathtub AND shower, separate water closet, and a huge walk-in closet! Moving outside, the welcoming covered porch opens up to a large patio area, perfect for grilling and family gatherings. A regal southern oak overlooks the backyard, providing shade and that spectacular southern charm. Finally, the community pool, clubhouse and mailboxes are conveniently located just around the corner. Zoned for Topsail school district, so call your agent and schedule your showing quickly!
  1. Listed by Joy Birchum • Brokerage DRE #C29575 • Cartwright Realty, LLC
    P: (910)-444-2878 Joy.birchum.re@gmail.com

Property Details for 281 Sparrows Bend

Subdivision Name
Sparrows Bend
Waterfront
No
Zoning
RM-CD2
LISTING UPDATED: 10/15/2025 08:49 PM

Property Details for 281 Sparrows Bend

StatusClosed
MLS #100439616
Days on Market6
Taxes$3,662 / year
HOA Fees$792 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2018
Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF
CountyPender County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Cartwright Realty, LLC

Sold By RE/MAX Ocean Properties EI

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Building Information for 281 Sparrows Bend

Stories2Year Built2018Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,310 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,939

Property Taxes

$305

HOA Dues

$66

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 281 Sparrows Bend

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: No
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: From US-17, turn onto Sparrows Bend at stoplight by Dunkin Donuts. Home is on the left side after the community clubhouse.
  • Latitude: 34
  • Longitude: -78
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None Known
  • Association Amenities: Barbecue, Clubhouse, Community Pool, Maintenance Common Areas, Street Lights
  • Association Name: Priestly Management Company
  • Association Phone: 910-444-3866
  • Association Fee: $792.00
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 3293-01-4037-0000
  • Tax Book Number: 62
  • Tax Legal Description: LT 122 PB 62/64 SPARROWS BEND PH I
  • Tax Map Number: 64
  • Tax Assessed Value: $374,264
  • Tax Year: 2023
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Parking Total: 4.0
  • Parking Features: Concrete, On Site
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3522.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Size Area: 0.27
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11761.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 85x136x95x118
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 3522.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 4756
  • Deed Page: 970.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 2018
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer
  • Fuel Tank Owned Or Leased: Leased
  • Fuel Tank Above Or Below Ground: Above Ground
  • Fuel Tank Fuel Type: Propane
  • Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 4.0
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Dining Room Type: Combination, Formal
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet, Tile
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Room Type: Dining Area, Dining Room
  • Rooms Total: 12
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Operating Expense: $.00
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 281 Sparrows Bend

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2024

Sold

NCRMLS #100439616

$603,000—
May 22, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533674400

$603,000

+10.9% / yr

Apr 24, 2024

Pending

NCRMLS #100439616

—
Apr 19, 2024

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100439616

$599,900—
Jun 22, 2021

Sold

NCRMLS #100262288

$445,000—
Jun 18, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1465226985

$445,000

+10.4% / yr

Mar 24, 2021

Pending

NCRMLS #100262288

—
Mar 19, 2021

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100262288

$450,000—
Jun 7, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #646784149

$364,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2024

Sold

NCRMLS #100439616

$603,000
05/22/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533674400

$603,000

+10.9% / yr

04/24/2024

Pending

NCRMLS #100439616

—
04/19/2024

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100439616

$599,900
06/22/2021

Sold

NCRMLS #100262288

$445,000
06/18/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1465226985

$445,000

+10.4% / yr

03/24/2021

Pending

NCRMLS #100262288

—
03/19/2021

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100262288

$450,000
06/07/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #646784149

$364,000

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

Public Records for 281 Sparrows Bend

Taxable ValueLand$52,514Additions$321,750Total$374,264
Tax Record2024$3,662 ($305 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt3,560 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,560 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,761 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2019ZoningRM-CD2CountyPENDERAPN3293-01-4037-0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 281 Sparrows Bend

This home is within Pender County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
South Topsail Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Topsail Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Topsail High School
Public - 9 to 12
Surf City Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
South Topsail Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Topsail Middle School
Public5 to 8

Topsail High School
Public9 to 12

Surf City Middle
Public6 to 8

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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