$750,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2025

3616 Excelsior Ln Castle Hayne, NC 28429

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,635 Sq Ft
9,453 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$285 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Water Access
  • Gated Community
  • Boat Dock
  • Fitness Center
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2025

Main level living with an open and bright design. Located in the sold out section of Rosewood Landing in River Bluffs this gorgeous home is appointed with elegant finishes throughout. The three bed, three bath home features built-ins, gorgeous ceiling details, four-season lanai and a private bonus room/third bedroom complete with full bath above the garage. This brick home is the epitome of low maintenance in and out and a wonderfully inclusive HOA that maintains the landscaping (even if you decide to add a fence) as well as valet refuse/recycling. The community of River Bluffs is gated and nestled along the waterfront of the Northeast Cape Fear River, high on bluffs overlooking the sunsets and offers a marina, boat ramp, pools, fitness centers, a half mile riverwalk, community farm and much more.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Lennon

River Bluffs Realty, LLC License #177280 Listed on: 03/21/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Lauren Mintz

Intracoastal Realty Corporation License #285839

Intracoastal Realty Corporation

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,491

Year Built

  • Built in 2021

Lot Details

  • 9,453 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x126
  • Property is zoned PD

HOA Fees

  • $285 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,635 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Kitchen Island
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Ramps

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Enclosed patio or porch

Schools

  • Castle Hayne Elementary School
  • Holly Shelter Middle School
  • Laney High School

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Natural Gas Connected

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 266
  • Assessor Parcel Number R02400-002-194-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Cepco Association, Phone Number (910) 395-1500
  • River Bluffs Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Garden

Recreation

  • Boat Dock
  • RV or Boat Storage in Community
  • Marina
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Dog Park
  • Trails

Security

  • Security Service
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,491

Year Built

Built in 2021

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$285 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Construction Type: Stick Built
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Stories Levels: One and One Half
  • Year Built: 2021
  • PetsAllowedPetsAllowed: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Attic: Walk-In
  • Basement: None
  • Dining Room Type: Combination
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood, LVT/LVP
  • Heated Sq Ft: 2600 - 2799
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Walk-in Closet(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Pantry, Master Downstairs, Kitchen Island, High Ceilings, Gas Log
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 294.12
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Number Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Office Level: First
  • Sq Ft Heated: 2635.00
  • Total Heated Primary Separate Sq Ft: 2635.00

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Finish: Brick
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Porch Balcony Deck: Enclosed
  • Road Type Frontage: Private Road
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Driveway: Attached, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Appliances Equipment: Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heating System: Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
  • Service Providers Electric Provider: Duke Progress Energy
  • Service Providers Sewer Provider: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
  • Service Providers Water Provider: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Water Available, Sewer Available
  • Internet Service Provider: AT&T
  • HeatingSystemFuelSource: Electric

Association/Amenities

  • HOA: Yes
  • HOA and Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Waterfront Community, Tennis Court(s), Trash, Trail(s), Pickleball, Security, RV/Boat Storage, Ramp, Playground, Marina, Comm Garden, Gated, Fitness Center, Dog Park, Community Pool, Boat Dock
  • HOAAssociationFee1Year: 3420.00
  • HOAAssociationName: CEPCO
  • HOAAssociationPhone: 9103951500

Schools

  • School District: New Hanover

Lot Info

  • Deed Page: 1606.00
  • Lot Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Dimensions: 75x126
  • Lot Number: 266
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9453.00
  • Lot Water Features: Water Access Comm
  • Plat Book: 66
  • Plat Page: 163
  • Zoning: PD

Tax Info

  • Tax Identifier: R02400-002-194-000
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Total Real Estate Property Taxes: 2490.76

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Castle Hayne
  • High School: Laney
  • Middle School: Holly Shelter
  • School District: New Hanover

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2025
Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Spusta Martin and Spusta Pamela A
Bought by
Paradise Thomas Dominick and Santaliz Paradise Carmen
Seller's Agent
John Lennon
River Bluffs Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Mintz
Intracoastal Realty Corporation
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.23%
Total Days on Market
24
Views
14

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2020
Sold by
River Bluffs Development Corporation
Bought by
Premier Building Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$367,600
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2020
Sold by
Premier Building Llc
Bought by
Spusta Martin and Spusta Pamela A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$367,600
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $750,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $750,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $115,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $159,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $349,900 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $367,600 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Sold $750,000 -3.2% $285 / Sq Ft
04/14/2025 04/14/25 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2025 03/21/25 For Sale $775,000 -- $294 / Sq Ft
Source: Hive MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 -- $476,700 $95,100 $381,600
2023 -- $476,700 $95,100 $381,600
2022 $347 $476,700 $95,100 $381,600
2021 $347 $126,900 $126,900 $0
2020 $32 $100,000 $100,000 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100495922

Hive MLS

APN: R02400-002-194-000