495 River Bluff Dr Unit 3 Shallotte, NC 28470
Estimated payment $3,353/month
Highlights
- Community Beach Access
- Golf Course Community
- Indoor Pool
- Union Elementary School Rated A-
- Fitness Center
- Gated Community
About This Home
Meticulously maintained, custom-built four-level townhome with private elevator, 3 bedrooms, and 4.5 baths. It features a one-and-a-half-car garage and versatile flex and bonus rooms, along with transom windows and heavy crown molding throughout. Enjoy golf course views, glimpses of the Shallotte River, and stunning sunsets from multiple covered porches and balconies. This home is located in the guard-gated Rivers Edge community, offering resort-style amenities and the award-winning Arnold Palmer-designed golf course.
The first level offers a bonus room with full bath and walk-in shower, ideal as a guest suite, home gym, or additional living space, with access to a covered brick patio.
The second level features an open-concept living/dining/kitchen area, all with hardwood floors. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including a Bosch dishwasher, kitchen island, separate bar, and a pantry. The living room includes a gas fireplace with natural stone surround, built-ins, and a TV cabinet. A convenient half bath completes this level.
The third floor includes an office/flex space, primary suite with three closets, and a primary bath remodeled in 2021, with natural stone countertop, double vanity, freestanding soaking tub, tiled frameless walk-in shower, and wainscoting. Another bedroom with full bath, plus a convenient laundry closet and built-in cabinetry, rounds out the third floor.
The fourth floor provides a private bedroom, full bath, large walk-in closet, and built-in storage, ideal for guests or extended stays.
Additional highlights: elevator modernized August 2025, exterior painting (2025), new roof (2024), HVAC (2020), 80-gallon water heater (2019).
Located in the award-winning Arnold Palmer-designed Rivers Edge Golf Club, nationally recognized for its dramatic riverfront views and challenging layout, including the iconic ''Arnie's Revenge'' hole. Community amenities include indoor/outdoor pools, fitness center, tennis/pickleball courts, clubhouse, and private oceanfront beach club at Holden Beach.
As the largest floor plan in The Bluffs, this home offers a rare and highly sought-after opportunity. Combining spacious living, timeless elegance, and coastal charm, it is ideal as a primary residence or second home.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,193
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 1,786 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 22x81x22x80
- Property fronts a private road
- Irrigation
HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brick Veneer
- Slab Foundation
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Shake Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,678 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Sound System
- Bookcases
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- Blinds
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Carpet
- Laundry closet
- Attic
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Walk-in Shower
Home Security
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Lighted Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Additional Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Indoor Pool
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Union Elementary School
- Shallotte Middle School
- West Brunswick High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Additional Features
- Accessible Elevator Installed
- Property is near golf course
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 10c
- Assessor Parcel Number 198oc00803
Community Details
Overview
- Club Membership Available
- The Bluffs Owners Association, Inc Association, Phone Number (910) 579-5163
- Rivers Edge Poa, Phone Number (704) 527-2314
- Rivers Edge Subdivision
- Maintained Community
Amenities
- Picnic Area
- Restaurant
- Clubhouse
- Meeting Room
- Elevator
Recreation
- Community Beach Access
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Pickleball Courts
- Fitness Center
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Trails
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Building Details
- Security
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Gated Community
- Fire and Smoke Detector
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 | $3,156 | $428,390 | $48,000 | $380,390 |
| 2024 | $31 | $428,390 | $48,000 | $380,390 |
| 2023 | $2,698 | $428,390 | $48,000 | $380,390 |
| 2022 | $2,698 | $278,820 | $65,000 | $213,820 |
| 2021 | $2,638 | $278,820 | $65,000 | $213,820 |
| 2020 | $2,638 | $278,820 | $65,000 | $213,820 |
| 2019 | $2,638 | $80,040 | $65,000 | $15,040 |
| 2018 | $2,961 | $65,770 | $65,000 | $770 |
| 2017 | $2,952 | $65,770 | $65,000 | $770 |
| 2016 | $2,902 | $65,770 | $65,000 | $770 |
| 2015 | $2,902 | $323,620 | $65,000 | $258,620 |
| 2014 | $2,384 | $275,522 | $70,000 | $205,522 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2026 03/21/26 | For Sale | $474,900 | +63.8% | $177 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/20/2018 04/20/18 | Sold | $290,000 | -3.0% | $108 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/16/2018 03/16/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/20/2017 10/20/17 | For Sale | $299,000 | -- | $112 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $290,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $431,500 | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $275,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $344,950 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: Hive MLS
MLS Number: 100561397
APN: 198OC00803
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