$469,000
SOLD JUN 12, 2026

304 E Leonard St Southport, NC 28461

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,484 Sq Ft
0.26 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 12, 2026

$316 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

84 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Southport Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of June 2026

Don't miss this exceptionally rare opportunity to own one of the few grandfathered, legally permitted short-term vacation rentals in the heart of Southport, NC, a town where vacation rentals in residential zones are now severely restricted by ordinance. Located just blocks from the scenic waterfront, restaurants, and boutiques, 304 E Leonard St. is a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offered fully furnished (with a few exclusions) and ready for continued use as an income-producing property. The home holds a valuable, active short-term rental permit, which is grandfathered in and is transferrable under current city restrictions--a benefit only a handful of homes in Southport still enjoy. Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings throughout, waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring, a modern kitchen with induction cooktop and convection oven, and a stylish bathroom featuring a custom mosaic tile installation by renowned local artist Hilary Meehan. Additional upgrades include a whole house water filter and softener system, new water heater (2019), Trex decking on the front porch (2023), new roof over the back porch (April 2023), and rear roof replacement (October 2024). Outdoor living is a delight with spacious front and back porches, a large fenced backyard, a new deck, and an outdoor shower and foot faucets--ideal after a beach day. Whether you're an investor looking for a rare, compliant short-term rental or a buyer seeking a serene primary or second home in one of the East Coast's most desirable coastal towns, this property offers modern comfort and a highly exclusive rental status you simply won't find elsewhere in Southport. Opportunities like this are vanishingly rare--schedule your showing today before it's gone.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Myles Williams

Southport Realty, Inc. License #294530 Listed on: 02/20/2026

Co-Listed By

Brian Deutsch

Southport Realty, Inc. License #231432

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelly Martin

Navigate Realty License #331087

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,778

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 11,282 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75 x 150
  • Property fronts a state road
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned Sp-R-10

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,484 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Convection Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • Unpaved Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Southport Elementary School
  • South Brunswick Middle School
  • South Brunswick High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Pine Needle Grove Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7
  • Assessor Parcel Number 238hf019

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,778

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0.26 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • View: See Remarks
  • Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Dishwasher, Convection Oven
  • Original List Price: 479000.00
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1484.00
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Other Structures: Shower
  • 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: 322.78
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-in Closet(s), Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Types: Master Bedroom, Living Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Dining Area
  • Stories: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.00
  • Living Area Range: 1400 - 1599

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower
  • Exterior Finish: Stucco
  • Fencing: Full, Chain Link, Wood
  • Roof: Metal, Shingle
  • Road Frontage Type: See Remarks
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
  • Waterfront?: No
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Unpaved

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: None
  • Has H O A?: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Southport
  • High School: South Brunswick
  • Junior High Dist: Brunswick County Schools
  • Middle Or Junior School: South Brunswick

Lot Info

  • Deed Book: 3615
  • Deed Page: 943.00
  • Lot Number: 7
  • Zoning: Sp-R-10
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size: 75 x 150
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11282.00
  • Purchase Contract Date: 2026-05-15
  • Parcel#: 238hf019
  • Cobra Zone Y N: No
  • Permitted Use: Public

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Book Number: 4
  • Tax Lot: 7
  • Tax Map Number: 66
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
  • Tax Amount: 2778.19

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2026
Closed on
Jun 9, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Myles Williams
Southport Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Martin
Navigate Realty
List Price
$479,000
Sold Price
$469,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.09%
Views
136

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.76%
Original Mortgage
$445,550
Outstanding Balance
$445,550
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$25,852

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 29, 2018
Closed on
May 30, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Carla Sparks
Southport Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Elvira Ruebel-Gilbert
Prudential Laney Real Estate
List Price
$262,500
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-4.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.18%
Original Mortgage
$187,500
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 10, 2014
Closed on
Feb 26, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Renee Yost
Intracoastal Realty Corp
Buyer's Agent
Laura Lefevre
Southport Realty, Inc
List Price
$219,000
Sold Price
$176,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$42,500
-19.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.13%
Original Mortgage
$167,675
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2010
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
$80,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $469,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $177,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $95,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $445,550 New Conventional
Previous Owner $187,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $167,675 New Conventional
Previous Owner $80,000 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/12/2026 06/12/26 Sold $469,000 -2.1% $316 / Sq Ft
02/20/2026 02/20/26 For Sale $479,000 +91.6% $323 / Sq Ft
06/14/2018 06/14/18 Sold $250,000 -4.8% $168 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/28/2018 04/28/18 Pending -- -- --
03/29/2018 03/29/18 For Sale $262,500 +48.7% $177 / Sq Ft
02/27/2015 02/27/15 Sold $176,500 -19.4% $126 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/23/2015 02/23/15 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2014 10/10/14 For Sale $219,000 -- $156 / 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 $2,778 $372,570 $122,000 $250,570
2024 $26 $372,570 $122,000 $250,570
2023 $2,248 $372,570 $122,000 $250,570
2022 $2,248 $222,410 $75,000 $147,410
2021 $1,963 $222,410 $75,000 $147,410
2020 $1,963 $222,410 $75,000 $147,410
2019 $1,963 $75,970 $75,000 $970
2018 $927 $60,970 $60,000 $970
2017 $915 $60,970 $60,000 $970
2016 $842 $60,970 $60,000 $970
2015 $842 $96,230 $60,000 $36,230
2014 $734 $87,026 $65,000 $22,026
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100555819

Hive MLS

APN: 238HF019

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