$955,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2026

401 Dolphin St Sunset Beach, NC 28468

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,587 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 15, 2026

$602 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Dock
  • Corner Lot
  • No HOA
  • Home fronts a canal
  • Furnished
  • Front Porch

About This Home

As of May 2026

This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on an oversized corner canal lot on the Island of Sunset Beach. With 1587 sq ft on the primary level and 486 sq ft on the lower level, this property combines comfort, style and coastal charm. The well appointed kitchen features ample cabinetry and workspace, perfect for entertaining and every day living. Relax and enjoy the coastal breeze and wildlife from the spacious screen porch overlooking the canal. Ideal for morning coffe or evening gatherings. New Fortified Roof 2023.
Outdoor enthusiasts will love the private dock, providing direct canal access for boating, fishing or simply enjoying the waterfront lifestyle.
With it's prime corner lot location, generous outdoor space and inviting interior, this home is a perfect retreat or full time residence.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debbie Morgan

CENTURY 21 Sunset Realty License #280580 Listed on: 04/01/2026

CENTURY 21 Sunset Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

A Non Member

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,271

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 82 x 96 x87 x 96
  • Home fronts a canal
  • Property fronts a state road
  • Corner Lot
  • Unpaved Streets
  • Property is zoned Sb-Br-2

Parking

  • On-Site Parking

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Piling Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,587 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Canal Views
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Bulkhead
  • Private Dock
  • Screened Patio
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School
  • Shallotte Middle School
  • West Brunswick High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 256nc001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,271

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
  • Original List Price: 980000.00
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1587.00
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Island Or Mainland: Island
  • 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: 617.52
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-in Closet(s), Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Room Types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Living Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Area
  • Stories: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.00
  • Living Area Range: 1400 - 1599

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Outdoor Grill, Storm Doors
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: None
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Road Frontage Type: Canal Front
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road, Unpaved
  • Waterfront Features: Bulkhead, Canal Front
  • Waterfront?: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other, Pilings
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened, Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Concrete, On Site

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
  • High School: West Brunswick
  • Junior High Dist: Brunswick County Schools
  • Middle Or Junior School: Shallotte Middle

Lot Info

  • Deed Book: 4903
  • Deed Page: 48.00
  • Zoning: Sb-Br-2
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Boat Dock, Bulkhead
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Size: 82 x 96 x87 x 96
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8276.00
  • Purchase Contract Date: 2026-04-12
  • Parcel#: 256nc001
  • Cobra Zone Y N: No
  • Permitted Use: Public

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Book Number: 10
  • Tax Map Number: 58
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
  • Tax Amount: 5271.21

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2026
Closed on
May 11, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Debbie Morgan
CENTURY 21 Sunset Realty
Buyer's Agent
A Non Member
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
List Price
$980,000
Sold Price
$955,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2.55%
Views
13

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
51.97%
Original Mortgage
$716,250
Outstanding Balance
$716,250
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$271,265

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2022
Closed on
Aug 26, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
McNeely Group
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Morgan
CENTURY 21 Sunset Realty
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-12.5%
Views
2

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.52%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 1999
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $955,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,050,000 The Wortman Law Pllc
Warranty Deed $345,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $716,250 Construction
Previous Owner $400,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/15/2026 05/15/26 Sold $955,000 -2.6% $602 / Sq Ft
04/01/2026 04/01/26 For Sale $980,000 -6.7% $618 / Sq Ft
08/26/2022 08/26/22 Sold $1,050,000 -12.5% $660 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/05/2022 07/05/22 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2022 06/13/22 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $754 / 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 $5,271 $970,360 $468,000 $502,360
2024 $53 $970,360 $468,000 $502,360
2023 $3,240 $970,360 $468,000 $502,360
2022 $0 $472,770 $252,000 $220,770
2021 $3,261 $472,770 $252,000 $220,770
2020 $0 $472,770 $252,000 $220,770
2019 $3,240 $282,420 $252,000 $30,420
2018 $3,315 $298,640 $282,000 $16,640
2017 $3,286 $289,640 $282,000 $7,640
2016 $3,261 $289,640 $282,000 $7,640
2015 $3,261 $490,040 $282,000 $208,040
2014 $3,462 $614,076 $493,290 $120,786
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100564283

Hive MLS

APN: 256NC001

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