491 River Bluff Dr Unit 1 Shallotte, NC 28470
Estimated payment $3,511/month
Highlights
- Community Beach Access
- Water Views
- Indoor Pool
- Union Elementary School Rated A-
- On Golf Course
- Gated Community
About This Home
**SELLER ACCEPTING BACKUP OFFERS!!!** Step into a rare Brunswick County find -- a three-level, elevator-equipped townhome in gated Rivers Edge overlooking the Arnold Palmer Championship Golf Course! Thoughtfully updated and impeccably maintained, this home features three bedrooms, each with their own bathroom, plus a flexible ground-floor room with a built-in bar -- perfect for a home office, media room, or guest suite. The heart of the home is an airy main level with an open living/dining flow and an updated kitchen with white cabinets, granite counters, and newer (2023) appliances. The primary suite is a private retreat with its own covered porch, elegant bathroom with a jetted tub, and a walk in closet. Every floor opens to outdoor living space (porches, patios, and balconies) so you can relax or entertain while enjoying fairway and marsh views! Move-in ready features include fresh paint, a 2023 roof, 2024 Trane HVAC, 7 new windows in 2025, a 2021 water heater, and a modernized elevator (2025). Rivers Edge is a premier golf community that feels like a year-round resort: enjoy a clubhouse with indoor & outdoor pools, a fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, regular community events, and exclusive access to an oceanfront beach club on Holden Beach. This is an exceptional opportunity to own a polished, low-maintenance home in an upscale golf-course community -- a true showpiece. Don't miss it!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,201
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 2,439 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 98 x 104
- Property fronts a marsh
- On Golf Course
HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Stick Built Home
- Composite Building Materials
Interior Spaces
- 2,592 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible Elevator Installed
Outdoor Features
- Indoor Pool
- Balcony
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Union Elementary School
- Shallotte Middle School
- West Brunswick High School
Utilities
- Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8A
- Assessor Parcel Number 198pb00101
Community Details
Overview
- Cams @ Oib Association, Phone Number (910) 579-5163
- Rivers Edge Subdivision
- Maintained Community
Recreation
- Community Beach Access
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Additional Features
- Clubhouse
- Gated Community
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $415,080 | $48,000 | $367,080 |
| 2024 | $3,069 | $415,080 | $48,000 | $367,080 |
| 2023 | $2,643 | $415,080 | $48,000 | $367,080 |
| 2022 | $0 | $272,260 | $65,000 | $207,260 |
| 2021 | $0 | $272,260 | $65,000 | $207,260 |
| 2020 | $2,947 | $272,260 | $65,000 | $207,260 |
| 2019 | $2,583 | $65,430 | $65,000 | $430 |
| 2018 | $3,005 | $65,510 | $65,000 | $510 |
| 2017 | $2,997 | $65,510 | $65,000 | $510 |
| 2016 | $2,947 | $65,510 | $65,000 | $510 |
| 2015 | $2,947 | $328,950 | $65,000 | $263,950 |
| 2014 | $2,360 | $272,515 | $70,000 | $202,515 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/09/2025 10/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/02/2025 10/02/25 | For Sale | $499,000 | +70.3% | $193 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/31/2020 01/31/20 | Sold | $293,000 | -11.2% | $115 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/18/2019 12/18/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/14/2018 08/14/18 | For Sale | $329,900 | -- | $130 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $475,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $468,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $470,000 | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $380,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $301,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $368,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: Hive MLS
MLS Number: 100533949
APN: 198PB00103
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