438 3rd St
Sunset Beach, NC 28468

$670,000

Last Sold Price

Beds

Baths

1,240 Sq. Ft.

$540 / Sq. Ft.

1,240

Sq. Ft.

$540

per Sq. Ft.

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Closed 7/31/23

Located at corner of Main St and Third St

Description

Price improvement in prime location on sunset beach! This price reduction will be worth noting! --one of the best opportunities on the island! Location, location, location! Welcome to 438 3rd Street on the award winning island of Sunset Beach If LOCATION is at the top of your wish list- then this is it! This well maintained 4 BR-2BA jewel is as close to main street as possible and the public beach access is at your doorstep. This classic beach cottage will fulfill your dream of the coastal lifestyle...Price improvement in prime location on sunset beach! This price reduction will be worth noting! --one of the best opportunities on the island! Location, location, location! Welcome to 438 3rd Street on the award winning island of Sunset Beach If LOCATION is at the top of your wish list- then this is it! This well maintained 4 BR-2BA jewel is as close to main street as possible and the public beach access is at your doorstep. This classic beach cottage will fulfill your dream of the coastal lifestyle while enjoying spectacular sunsets from the upper deck or reading your favorite book on the large screened porch. Hearing the surf from this location will make you want to stay forever! This home is being sold furnished and flood insurance is transferrable($670 yr)New HVAC in 2018 . Be sure to ask for the seller's list of improvements. The rental potential for this location is unlimited! This comfortable and cozy beach cottage is ready for your new family memories. Two downstairs showers will make those beach visits quite convenient for family and friends. Location and convenience will make this one a top choice !

Listed by Harriet W Hemphill • Brokerage DRE #C1828 • Coldwell Banker Sloane
P: (910)-367-6657 C: (910)-367-6657 tkharr@atmc.net

Property Details for 438 3rd Street

Subdivision Name

Not In Subdivision

View

See Remarks

Waterfront

Waterfront Features

Third Row

Zoning

BR2

LISTING UPDATED: 08/08/2025 12:33 AM

Property Details for 438 3rd Street

Status	Closed
MLS #	100372202
Days on Market	97
Taxes	$2,098 / year
HOA Fees	-
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Single Family
MLS Type	Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built	1982
Lot Size	0.11 AC / 4,574 SF
County	Brunswick County

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Location

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Sold By Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

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Building Information for 438 3rd Street

Stories2Year Built1982Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,574 SF

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$3,426 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,252

Property Taxes

$175

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 438 3rd Street

Summary

Location and General Information

Island Or Mainland: Island
In City Limits: Yes

Secondary Subdivision: N/A
Cobra Zone: Yes
Directions: Cross over the SSB bridge. Follow to Main Street and turn left. Continue to 3rd Street--property is the FIRST home on the left.
Latitude: 34
Longitude: -79
Road Frontage Type: Maintained, Paved

Taxes and HOA

Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: none known
Association Amenities: None

Association: No
Parcel Number: 256of023
Tax Book Number: Plat 5
Tax Legal Description: L-21 B-3 Sunset Beach Plat 5/65
Tax Map Number: 65
Tax Assessed Value: $535,110
Tax Year: 2023

School Information

Zoned High School: Early College
High School District: Brunswick County Schools

Parking

Attached Garage: No
Carport Spaces: 0.0

Parking Total: 0.0
Parking Features: Covered, On Site

Property

Lot Information

Lot Water Features: Third Row
Lot Number: L-21

Building Area Total: 1240.0
Frontage Type: See Remarks
Lot Size Acres: 0.1
Lot Size Area: 0.1
Lot Size Square Feet: 4574.0
Lot Size Dimensions: 51 x 92 x 49 x 92
Lot Size Units: Acres
Living Area: 1240.0
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Structure Type: Wood Frame

Property and Assessments

Deed Book: 00734
Deed Page: 819.0

Floor Plans Count: 0
New Construction: No
Possession: At Closing
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Road Surface Type: Paved
Year Built: 1982
Permitted Use: Public

Utilities

Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer, Brunswick County Public Utilities
Electric Provider: Brunswick Electric

Water Provider: Brunswick County Public Utilities
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Storm Doors
Fencing: None
Foundation Details: Other, Pilings
Horse: No
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened, See Remarks
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Stories: 2

Interior Features

Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0

Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
Attic Features: Access Only
Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
Dining Room Type: Combination
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
Appliances: Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 0
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedrooms Total: 4
Basement: None
Cooling: Heat Pump
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Fireplace: No
Fireplace Features: None
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Heating: Yes
Heating: Heat Pump
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Pantry
Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Levels: Two
Rooms Total: 8

Multi Family

Multi Family Information

Furnished: Furnished

Income & Expenses

Operating Expense: $.00

Agent

Sale and Listing

Sold Exclusive: No

Rental

Rent Information

Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 438 3rd Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 31, 2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1515956533	$670,000	—
Jul 31, 2023	Sold NCRMLS #100372202	$670,000	—
Jun 17, 2023	Pending NCRMLS #100372202		—
Mar 3, 2023	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100372202	$719,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/31/2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1515956533	$670,000
07/31/2023	Sold NCRMLS #100372202	$670,000
06/17/2023	Pending NCRMLS #100372202	—
03/03/2023	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100372202	$719,900

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

Public Records for 438 3rd Street

Taxable ValueLand$240,000Additions$346,430Total$586,430

Tax Record2024$2,886 ($241 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,216 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,216 SqFtStories1StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1982Year Renovated1995ZoningBR2CountyBRUNSWICKAPN256OF023

Schools near 438 3rd Street

This home is within Brunswick County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
3/10	Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	5.9 mi
3/10	Shallotte Middle	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	9.4 mi
3/10	West Brunswick High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	9.4 mi
NR	The Center of Applied Sciences and Technology (COAST)	Public - Choice school	6 to 12	19.2 mi
10/10	Brunswick County Early College High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 13	19.6 mi
3/10	Town Creek Middle	Public - Nearby school	5 to 8	30.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
3/10	Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	5.9 mi
3/10	Shallotte Middle Public6 to 8 Serves this home	9.4 mi
3/10	West Brunswick High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	9.4 mi
NR	The Center of Applied Sciences and Technology (COAST) Public6 to 12 Choice school	19.2 mi
10/10	Brunswick County Early College High School Public9 to 13 Nearby school	19.6 mi
3/10	Town Creek Middle Public5 to 8 Nearby school	30.5 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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