$595,000
$55K PRICE DROP

278 Batson Rd Hampstead, NC 28443

Estimated payment $3,311/month

Total Views 15,587
3 Beds
3 Baths
3,277 Sq Ft
$182 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Home fronts a pond
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry Room
  • North Topsail Elementary School Rated 10
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen Island

About This Home

Private Sanctuary Just Minutes from Topsail Island. Tucked away on 1.8 beautifully wooded acres, this one-of-a-kind Hampstead property offers peace, privacy, and water views in a serene natural setting. Surrounded by established pecan, peach, oak, magnolia, and other mature trees, this property features its own private freshwater pond and common kayak access to Virginia Creek—perfect for both relaxation and outdoor adventure. This spacious 2,493 sq.ft. home features 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths, laid out across 2 levels. On the 1st floor, you're welcomed by a formal living room and formal dining room, ideal for entertaining. The kitchen features a gas range, upgraded refrigerator, new dishwasher, under-cabinet lighting, and pantry for the home chef. Just off the kitchen is a huge utility/laundry room, large enough to house freezers, canning shelves, or additional pantry space. A few steps down leads to the sunken family room, complete with a gas fireplace and picturesque views of Virginia Creek. 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths complete the downstairs, while upstairs you'll find a large, private suite with ensuite bath. Additional highlights include a 500-gallon buried propane tank that fuels the gas stove, tankless water heater, whole-house emergency generator, & fireplace. Enjoy the 20' x 8' screened porch, perfectly positioned to take in the water views and surrounding wildlife. A detached 24' x 32' 2-story garage offers even more space, complete with a heated & cooled recreation room upstairs and generous storage below. For those needing workspace or creative space, an attached studio & workshop—both climate-controlled—provide flexible options. Also a 12' x 31' covered parking area, ideal for your RV or boat. With the rare combination of acreage, water views, functional space, and peaceful surroundings, this property offers the best of coastal living.

Listing Agent

Della Carson

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage Rlty License #277325 Listed on: 07/31/2025

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage Rlty

Co-Listing Agent

Dennis Jay

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage Rlty License #277441

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • Home fronts a pond
  • Property is zoned R20

Parking

  • 2

Home Design

  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen Island
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Schools

  • Surf City Elementary School
  • Topsail High School

Utilities

  • Heating Available
  • Whole House Permanent Generator
  • Well
  • Propane Water Heater

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed Book: 4446 & 3743
  • Deed Page: 235263.00
  • Elementary School: Surf City
  • Fencing: None
  • High School: Topsail
  • Listing I D: 100522461
  • Marketing City: Hampstead
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Stories: 2
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Water Heater: Propane
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Zoning: R20
  • Road Frontage Type: Pond Front
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Features: Pond on Lot, Deeded Water Access, Water Access Comm
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.8
  • Lot Size: irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 78408.00
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Maintained, Unpaved
  • Appliances: Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Water Softener, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Generator
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Has H O A?: No
  • Co List Office Mls Id: to128
  • Co List Office Phone: 910-328-5626
  • Listing Agent Email: della@dellacarson.com
  • Co List Office Mls Id: to128
  • List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage Rlty
  • List Office Phone: 910-328-5626
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Major Change: 2025-12-22
  • Major Change: Price Reduced
  • Modification Timestamp: 2025-12-22
  • Status Change: 2025-07-31
  • List A O R: Topsail Island Association of Realtors
  • Listing Contract: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • M L S: Full Service
  • Sign: Yes
  • Doc Change: 2025-08-08
  • Doc Count: 6
  • Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-12-05
  • M L S Status: Active
  • Orig Sys Key: 20250731171915926724000000
  • Original List Price: 595000.00
  • Original List Price: 650000.00
  • Prev List Price: 625000.00
  • Standard Status: Active
  • Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
  • Directions: Hwy 17 N, right on 210 by Lowe's Home Improvement toward Surf City, right on Watts Landing Rd, right on Batson Rd, house on right up driveway easement to house up the hill.
  • Middle Or Junior School: Surf City
  • Building Area Total: 2493
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned, Heat Pump
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Screened
  • Room Types: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Dining Area, Utility Room, Family Room, Bedroom 3, Fnshd Room over Garage
  • Parcel#: 4224-47-1631-0000
  • Tax Book Number: 2
  • Tax Map Number: 3
  • @id: https://api.sourceredb.com/odata/Property('ec53a1cde8b6d163e05d3260c5892a7d')
  • @etag: W/"YmluYXJ5J0FBQUFBQS8rUmxnPSc="
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank
  • Sold Exclusive Y N: No
  • V O W Entire Listing Display Y N: Yes
  • Current Price: 595000.00
  • Current Price Public: 595000.00
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • Fuel Tank Owned Or Leased: Leased
  • Seller Reputation: Has owned the property for at least one year
  • Office Exclusive Y N: No
  • Delayed Marketing Y N: No
  • E M D Trust Account Y N: No
  • Prospect Exempt Y N: No
  • In City Limits Y N: No
  • Broker Owner Y N: No
  • Cobra Zone Y N: No
  • Fuel Vendor Contact Name And Contact: Diversified
  • Photos Rights Held By Agent Y N: Yes
  • Remarks Written By Agent Y N: Yes
  • Fuel Tank Above Or Below Ground: Below Ground
  • Fuel Tank Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank In Use: Yes
  • Fuel Type Lessor Name And Contact: Diversified
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: none
  • Original On Market Timestamp: 2025-07-31T23:41:12Z
  • On Market Contract Date: 2025-07-31
  • Unparsed First Line Address: 278 Batson Road
  • List Price Per Sqft: 181.57
  • V O W Address Display Y N: Yes
  • V O W Automated Valuation Display Y N: No
  • V O W Consumer Comment Y N: No
  • Open House Modification Timestamp: 2025-12-18T13:58:51Z
  • A P I Modification Timestamp: 2025-12-22T23:17:25.997Z
  • Tax Amount: 2404.84
  • Permitted Use: Public
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Dining Room Type: Formal
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Whole-Home Generator, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 8
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.00
  • Floor Plans Count: 2
  • Floor Plans Change Timestamp: 2025-07-31T23:41:15Z

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Deeded Water Access, Water Access Comm
  • Waterfront?: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Garaged Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Shared Driveway, Covered, Detached, Unpaved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Detached Garage Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Water Tap Available
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Fireplace Insert, Fireplace(s), Electric, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Heating Yn: Yes

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2024 $2,405 $237,079 $37,543 $199,536
2023 $2,405 $237,079 $37,543 $199,536
2022 $2,206 $237,079 $37,543 $199,536
2021 $2,206 $237,079 $37,543 $199,536
2020 $2,206 $237,079 $37,543 $199,536
2019 $2,206 $237,079 $37,543 $199,536
2018 $2,409 $257,009 $49,500 $207,509
2017 $2,409 $257,009 $49,500 $207,509
2016 $2,383 $257,009 $49,500 $207,509
2015 $2,348 $257,009 $49,500 $207,509
2014 $1,865 $257,009 $49,500 $207,509
2013 -- $257,009 $49,500 $207,509
2012 -- $257,009 $49,500 $207,509
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/22/2025 12/22/25 Price Changed $595,000 -4.8% $182 / Sq Ft
12/04/2025 12/04/25 Price Changed $625,000 -3.8% $191 / Sq Ft
07/31/2025 07/31/25 For Sale $650,000 -- $198 / Sq Ft
Source: Hive MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100522461

Hive MLS

APN: 4224-47-1631-0000