NOT LISTED FOR SALE

178 Winding Branch Rd Hampstead, NC 28443

Hampstead Area

Estimated Value: $552,583

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,580 Sq Ft
$214/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 13, 2025

Last sale price $530,000 $205 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,142 / mo

78 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.45 Acre Lot
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Bonus Room
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of August 2025

If you're searching for a peaceful country retreat with convenient access to area amenities, this 4-bedroom home is the perfect find! Nestled on a spacious 1.45-acre lot in the Topsail school district, you're just minutes from Hampstead's heart—and with the upcoming bypass, Wilmington will be just a short drive away! Inside, enjoy modern upgrades and thoughtful design throughout. The gourmet kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room, featuring granite countertops, an oversized eating counter, and sleek stainless steel appliances—perfect for entertaining. Elegant hardwood, tile, and carpet flooring, along with a formal dining and living room, add warmth and charm. The first-floor master suite offers convenience, while three additional bedrooms and a versatile bonus room upstairs provide ample space for a playroom, office, or media room. Step outside to unwind on the spacious 20x17 screened porch, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the serene surroundings. Additional features include a grand two-story foyer, intercom system, security system, storage shed, and more! Don't miss this rare opportunity—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Taranto

Essential Rental Management Company License #296700 Listed on: 04/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Catherine Buttine

Destination Realty Corporation, LLC License #331334

Destination Realty Corporation, LLC
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,934

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 1.45 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 105x592x132x537
  • Fenced Yard
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Unpaved Streets
  • Property is zoned SEEMAP

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,580 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Sound System
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic Floors
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Schools

  • South Topsail Elementary School
  • Topsail Middle School
  • Topsail High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Winding Branch Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8895
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3273-72-3787-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,934

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

1.45 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher
  • Original List Price: 549900.00
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 2580.00
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • Prospect Exempt Y N: No
  • Remarks And Showing Info Recording Device Y N: No
  • Remarks Written By Agent Y N: Yes
  • List Price Per Sqft: 213.14
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Dining Room Type: Formal
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Sound System, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Blinds/Shades
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Stories: 2
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Has Fireplace?: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 10
  • Room Types: Dining Room, Living Room, Dining Area, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Family Room, Bonus Room
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.10
  • Attic Features: Floored
  • Living Area Range: 2400 - 2599

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Back Yard
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Frontage Type: Unpaved
  • Waterfront?: No
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
  • Pool Spa Features: None

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Garaged Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, Concrete, On Site
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank, Existing Septic System
  • Electric Provider: Four County Electric
  • Water Provider: Existing Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Has H O A?: No

Fee Information

  • Termite Bond Y N: Yes
  • Termite Company: Bug N A Rug
  • Termite Company Phone: 910-304-0887

Schools

  • Elementary School: South Topsail
  • High School: Topsail
  • Middle Or Junior School: Topsail

Lot Info

  • Deed Book: 4643
  • Deed Page: 1892.00
  • Lot Number: 8895
  • Zoning: SEEMAP
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.45
  • Lot Size: 105x592x132x537
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 63162.00
  • Purchase Contract Date: 2025-06-21
  • Parcel#: 3273-72-3787-0000
  • Cobra Zone Y N: No
  • Permitted Use: Public

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Book Number: 43
  • Tax Lot: 8895
  • Tax Map Number: 64
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: none
  • Tax Amount: 2934.01

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2025
Closed on
Aug 8, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Taranto
Essential Rental Management Company
Buyer's Agent
Catherine Buttine
Destination Realty Corporation, LLC
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-3.62%
Views
92
Current Estimated Value
$552,583

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,583
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.40%
Original Mortgage
$397,500
Outstanding Balance
$393,568
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$159,015

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2017
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2013
Closed on
Jul 30, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lila Wilcox
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Buyer's Agent
Sandra Thornton
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-3.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.36%
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,293
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$530,000 None Listed On Document
-- None Available
$280,000 None Available
$221,000 --
$55,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $397,500
Previous Owner $371,000
Previous Owner $265,000
Previous Owner $280,000
Previous Owner $228,293
Previous Owner $260,000
Previous Owner $255,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Sold $530,000 -3.6% $205 / Sq Ft
06/21/2025 06/21/25 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Sale $549,900 +96.4% $213 / Sq Ft
07/31/2013 07/31/13 Sold $280,000 -3.1% $111 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/12/2013 07/12/13 Pending -- -- --
05/28/2013 05/28/13 For Sale $289,000 -- $114 / Sq Ft
Source: Hive MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,518 $612,221 $112,650 $499,571
2024 $2,518 $295,569 $42,728 $252,841
2023 $2,518 $295,569 $42,728 $252,841
2022 $2,196 $295,569 $42,728 $252,841
2021 $2,306 $295,569 $42,728 $252,841
2020 $2,086 $295,569 $42,728 $252,841
2019 $2,086 $295,569 $42,728 $252,841
2018 $2,117 $287,653 $43,250 $244,403
2017 $2,117 $287,653 $43,250 $244,403
2016 $2,093 $287,653 $43,250 $244,403
2015 $2,093 $287,653 $43,250 $244,403
2014 $1,625 $287,653 $43,250 $244,403
2013 -- $287,653 $43,250 $244,403
2012 -- $287,653 $43,250 $244,403
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100499099

Hive MLS

APN: 3273-72-3787-0000

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