116 River Drive, Southport, NC 28461 (MLS# 100591038)

116 River Drive, Southport, NC 28461

$3,250,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,900 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 50,530 Status: Active
Current Price: $3,250,000 List Date: 7/24/2026 Last Modified: 9/16/2026

Overview

Description

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 preser ...

Listing Details MLS# 100591038

Contract Info

Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Construction Type
Stick Built
Marketing Start Date
2026-07-23
Listing Price
3250000
List Price/SqFt
1710.53
Stipulation of Sale
Standard

Location Information

Street #
116
Street Name
River
Street Suffix
Drive
County
Brunswick
State/Province
NC
Zip Code
28461
City Limits
Yes
Marketing City
Southport
Subdivision
Cape Fear River Heights
Secondary Subdivision
N/A

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property
Moore street to River Dirve, home is on the right.
Sign on Property
No

Property Exterior Info

New Construction
No
Lot Acres
1.16
Lot SqFt
50530
Lot Dimensions
72 x 682 x 75 x 701
Waterfront
Yes
Waterview
Yes
Horses Y/N
No
Location Type
Mainland

Property Interior Info

SqFt - Heated (Primary)
1900
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate)
1900
# Rooms
7
# Baths - Full
2
# Baths - Total
2
# Bedrooms
3
Master Bedroom Level
Primary Living Area
Stories Total
Yes
Fireplace Y/N
Yes

Legal Taxes

Year Built
1956

More Information

Boat Slip

Boat Slip Length
50
Boat Slip Width
15
Mean High Water Depth
10

Entry Level Information

Entry Level
Yes

Property Features

Frontage Type: ICW Front Handicap Accessible: None View Type: ICW View Attic: Access Only Basement: None Construction: Concrete Unit Type: 3 Bedroom Exterior Features: Irrigation System Exterior Finish: Composition Fencing: Back Yard Foundation: Block Parking Features: Attached; Concrete; Covered; Garage Faces Front; Golf Cart Parking Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Porch Pool Features: None Roof: Architectural Shingle; Shingle Levels: One Trash Collection: City Pick-UP Lot Features: Level; Open Lot Lot Water Features: Boat Dock; Boat Lift; Deeded Waterfront; Pier; Water Depth 4+ Cooling: Central Air Heating: Fireplace(s); Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Propane Water Heater: Propane Utilities: Sewer Available; Water Available Sewer: Municipal Sewer Water Source: Municipal Water Fireplace Features: Gas Log Flooring: Tile; Wood Furnished: Furnished; Negotiable Interior Features: Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Furnished; Kitchen Island; Master Downstairs; Pantry; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer; In Garage Heated SqFt: 1800 - 1999 Dining Room Type: Combination Rooms: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan

Room Information

Room Name
Master Bedroom
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Family Room
Dining Room
Living Room
Kitchen
IDX
Listing Office: Destination Realty Corporation, LLC
Last Updated: September - 16 - 2026
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