1523 Shepard Road SE, Southport, NC 28461 (MLS# 100580743)

1523 Shepard Road SE, Southport, NC 28461

$2,185,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,002 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 64,904 Status: Active

Current Price: $2,185,000 List Date: 6/11/2026 Last Modified: 10/01/2026

Overview

Description

One-of-a-Kind Riverfront Sanctuary on 1.49 acres. Overlooking the Cape Fear River, this custom estate offers endless panoramic views and in a private eco-luxury, natural environment just minutes from downtown Southport. A private long pier provides the perfect spot for up-close bird watching, launching a kayak, SUP or sighting Dolphin and watching sail, power & ferry boats go by. This is an amazing opportunity to own a 3,000 square foot waterfront home that offers views from nearly every window and turn was built in 2017 with a sprawling screened-in porch and upper deck on the back of this beautiful three bedroom/2.5 bath home. Designed for luxury, open living with views from every angle. Porches on both levels, spacious courtyard and gardens. Custom designed & built for peaceful living and entertaining. Active solar efficiency. First-floor primary suite with sitting area and large luxury bathroom. Office/reading room in front of home on first floor and second den on upper leve ... (Read more) One-of-a-Kind Riverfront Sanctuary on 1.49 acres. Overlooking the Cape Fear River, this custom estate offers endless panoramic views and in a private eco-luxury, natural environment just minutes from downtown Southport. A private long pier provides the perfect spot for up-close bird watching, launching a kayak, SUP or sighting Dolphin and watching sail, power & ferry boats go by. This is an amazing opportunity to own a 3,000 square foot waterfront home that offers views from nearly every window and turn was built in 2017 with a sprawling screened-in porch and upper deck on the back of this beautiful three bedroom/2.5 bath home. Designed for luxury, open living with views from every angle. Porches on both levels, spacious courtyard and gardens. Custom designed & built for peaceful living and entertaining. Active solar efficiency. First-floor primary suite with sitting area and large luxury bathroom. Office/reading room in front of home on first floor and second den on upper level with walk-out to second floor deck. Massive Live Oak Trees frame this unique, one-of-a-kind property. Waking-up to a window facing the water, pouring coffee overlooking the river and sitting on the screened porch to watch the wildlife and mariners traveling up and down the river...is the life this property offers. Luxuries like privacy, modern conveniences and turnkey investments like solar panels and a newer fortified roof, make ownership even more attractive. No City taxes and no HOA dues are also nice. Have your ''privacy and best social life, too!'' Enjoy a very peaceful, beautiful waterfront life while enjoying being so very close to downtown Southport where fine and casual dining along with great boutiques, parks, music venues, wine and brew houses, historic museums and quaint biking areas await you. Full-service marinas are also available just minutes away. Then retreat to your waterfront oasis surrounded by beautiful views and nature. If you like gardening or just watching the birds, you'll also like the cute chicken coop/shed perched in the side yard near the fresh-water pond. This property is surrounded by acres of woodlands with adds to the peaceful tranquility. When the home was built, careful planning went in to the design and construction. From the custom pine floors sourced from a 120 year old Carolina cotton mill to locally salvaged brick used in the fireplace and combination mud/laundry room, the home has so many treasured details. Combined with an amazing gourmet kitchen boasting an expansive island with high-end appliances, this home has everything to lead the market in luxury waterfront living. Sunrise. Sunset. Be ready for the jaw-dropping views and tremendous value and lifestyle this property has to offer. Just note that there is just one house like this house. If you want spectacular, this is it!

Listing Details MLS# 100580743

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Delayed Marketing?: No
Marketing Start Date: 2026-06-10
Listing Price: 2185000
List Price/SqFt: 727.85
Stipulation of Sale: Standard

Location Information

Street #: 1523
Street Name: Shepard
Street Suffix: Road
Post Direction: SE
County: Brunswick
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28461
City Limits: No
Marketing City: Southport
Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
Secondary Subdivision: N/A

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property: From 211/Howe Street, turn left onto East Moore Street. Continue straight through the roundabout for about one (1) mile. Turn right onto Shepard Road Continue straight and the property is located on the water at the very end of Shepard Road.
Sign on Property: Yes

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No
Lot Acres: 1.49
Lot SqFt: 64904
Lot Dimensions: 123' F x 395' R x 204' B x 464' L
Waterfront: Yes
Waterview: Yes
Horses Y/N: No
Location Type: Mainland

Property Interior Info

SqFt - Heated (Primary): 3002
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 3002
# Rooms: 7
# Baths - Full: 2
# Baths - Half: Yes
# Baths - Total: 3
# Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
Stories Total: 2
Fireplace Y/N: Yes

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 2017

More Information

Boat Slip

Mean High Water Depth: 6

Fuel Tank

Above or Below Ground: Below Ground
Fuel Type: Propane
In Use: Yes
Owned or Leased: Leased
Lessor Name and Contact: Blossom

Entry Level Information

Entry Level: Yes

Current Service Providers

Electric Provider: Brunswick Electric
Fuel Vendor Provider: Blossom

HOA and Neigh Amenities

Club Membership: None Selected

Rooms

Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Den Level: Second
Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen Level: First
Laundry Level: First
Living Room Level: First
Master Bedroom Level: First
Office Level: First

Property Features

Showing Instructions: 24 Hour Notice Frontage Type: ICW Front; River Handicap Accessible: None View Type: ICW View; Marsh View; River; Water Construction: Wood Frame Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower; See Remarks Exterior Finish: Fiber Cement Fencing: Partial; Wood Foundation: Crawl Space Fuel Tank: Fuel Tank Green Bldg Features: Active Solar Parking Features: Additional Parking; Garage; Garage; Garage Door Opener; On Site; Paved; Unpaved Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Open; Patio; Porch; Screened Roof: Architectural Shingle Levels: Two Lot Water Features: Boat Dock; Deeded Beach Access; Deeded Water Access; Deeded Waterfront; Pier; Salt Marsh; Water Depth 4+ Cooling: Central Air; Zoned Heating: Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Electric Utilities: Water Connected Sewer: Septic Tank Water Source: Municipal Water Fireplace Features: Family Room Flooring: Brick; Ceramic Tile; Hardwood Furnished: Unfurnished Interior Features: Bookcases; Ceiling Fan(s); Gas Log; High Ceilings; Hot Tub; Kitchen Island; Master Downstairs; Mud Room; Pantry; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Security Features: Security System; Smoke Detector(s) Laundry Features: Laundry Room Heated SqFt: 3000 - 3499 Dining Room Type: Combination; Formal Other Structures: See Remarks HOA and Neigh Amenities: No Amenities Rooms: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Den; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Office Terms: Cash; Conventional

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Master Bedroom	First
Bedroom 2	Second
Bedroom 3	Second
Living Room	First
Dining Room	First
Kitchen	First
Laundry	First
Office	First
Den	Second

IDX

Listing Office: Sea Glass Realty LLC

Last Updated: October - 01 - 2026

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