1896 New River Inlet Road 1203, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460 (MLS# 100559417)

Listed by Holly Hobbs, Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage.

1896 New River Inlet Road 1203, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460

$315,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,163 Status: Active

Current Price: $315,000 List Date: 9/08/2026 Last Modified: 10/08/2026

Overview

Description

Price Improvement!! Welcome to ''Forever Summer by the Shore,'' a beautifully maintained ocean-view condominium in the sought-after community of Shipwatch Villas. This inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath coastal retreat offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic and the relaxed beach lifestyle buyers dream about. Step inside to a spacious foyer that flows seamlessly into the dining area and adjacent kitchen, designed for convenience. The open living room is filled with natural light and draws your eye straight to the private ocean-view deck–accessible from both the living area and the primary suite. Imagine yourself with your morning coffee taking in the beautiful sights and sounds of the surf and sunrise. The primary bedroom features a private ensuite bath with a tub/shower combination. Down the hall, you'll find convenient in-unit laundry, a comfortable guest bedroom with ample closet space, and a full guest bath with dual vanity and tub/shower combo-perfect for family or visiting guests. … (Read more) Price Improvement!! Welcome to ”Forever Summer by the Shore,” a beautifully maintained ocean-view condominium in the sought-after community of Shipwatch Villas. This inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath coastal retreat offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic and the relaxed beach lifestyle buyers dream about. Step inside to a spacious foyer that flows seamlessly into the dining area and adjacent kitchen, designed for convenience. The open living room is filled with natural light and draws your eye straight to the private ocean-view deck–accessible from both the living area and the primary suite. Imagine yourself with your morning coffee taking in the beautiful sights and sounds of the surf and sunrise. The primary bedroom features a private ensuite bath with a tub/shower combination. Down the hall, you’ll find convenient in-unit laundry, a comfortable guest bedroom with ample closet space, and a full guest bath with dual vanity and tub/shower combo-perfect for family or visiting guests. Whether you are searching for a primary residence, vacation getaway, or income-producing beach investment, this property offers exceptional versatility in one of the most desirable areas of North Topsail Beach. Updates in 2024 included the installation of a 2.5-ton 14 seer Trane heat pump, a 38-gallon commercial grade electric water heater, refrigerator in the kitchen replaced, purchase of mattresses and box springs for both bedrooms as well as carpet installed in both bedrooms. 2025 updates included a 200-amp electrical panel installation, GFCI outlets installed in the bathrooms and kitchen, dishwasher replaced in the kitchen, and blinds updated in the guest bedroom and living room. Conveniently located just minutes from the shops and restaurants of Surf City, about 30 minutes to Jacksonville, and roughly an hour from Wilmington, you will enjoy both tranquility and accessibility. Come experience the beauty, comfort, and coastal charm of Forever Summer by the Shore–and start living your beach dream today. All personal items in the unit will be conveyed.

Listing Details MLS# 100559417

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Condominium
Construction Type: Stick Built
Delayed Marketing?: No
Marketing Start Date: 2026-03-10
Listing Price: 315000
List Price/SqFt: 270.85
Stipulation of Sale: Standard

Location Information

Street #: 1896
Street Name: New River Inlet
Street Suffix: Road
Unit #: 1203
County: Onslow
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28460
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: North Topsail Beach
Subdivision: Shipwatch Villas
Secondary Subdivision: N/A

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property: Hwy 210 over highrise left onto New River Inlet Rd go about 4 miles complex is on the oceanside.
Sign on Property: No

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No
Waterfront: Yes
Waterview: Yes
Horses Y/N: No
Location Type: Island

Property Interior Info

SqFt – Heated (Primary): 1163
Total SqFt – Heated (Primary + Separate): 1163
# Rooms: 4
# Baths – Full: 2
# Baths – Total: 2
# Bedrooms: 2
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
Stories Total: 3
Fireplace Y/N: No
# Baths – Half: 0

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 1984

More Information

Entry Level Information

Entry Level: 2

Current Service Providers

Electric Provider: Jones-Onslow EMC
Sewer Provider: Onslow Sewer Authority
Water Provider: Onslow Water Authority

HOA

Association Fee 1/Year: 9430.43
Association Name: Shipwatch Villas HOA
Association Phone: 9104096340

Legal & Taxes

Tax Assessed Value: 422500
Total Real Estate Property Taxes: 4710
Deed Book: 4332
Deed Page: 874
Legal: L1203 P2 SHIPWATCH VILLAS
Broker Owner: No
PID: 039225
Tax Identifier: 779-203.A
Plat Book: 00U1
Plat Page: 023B
Lot #: 1203
Special Assessments: None known
Tax Year: 2025
Zoning: R-5
HOA: Yes
Cobra Zone: Yes
Federal Flood Ins Avlbl: No
School District: Onslow
Elementary School: Coastal Elementary
Middle School: Dixon
High School: Dixon

Garage & Parking

Attached Garage Spaces: 0
Detached Garage Spaces: 0
Total # Garage Spaces: 0
Total Carport Spaces: 0

Parking Features

Asphalt: Yes
Lighted: Yes
On Site: Yes
Parking Lot: Yes

HOA and Neigh Amenities

Barbecue: Yes
Beach Access: Yes
Beach Rights: Yes
Community Pool: Yes
Elevator(s): Yes
Flood Insurance: Yes
Maint – Comm Areas: Yes
Maint – Grounds: Yes
Maint – Roads: Yes
Maintenance Structure: Yes
Management: Yes
Master Insure: Yes
Picnic Area: Yes
Ramp: Yes
Roof Maintenance: Yes
Sewer: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Termite Bond: Yes
Trash: Yes
Water: Yes
Waterfront Community: Yes
Owner Pets Only: Yes

Attic

None: Yes

Basement

None: Yes

Frontage Type

Oceanfront: Yes

Handicap Accessible

Accessible Approach with Ramp: Yes
Elevator: Yes

View Type

Ocean: Yes

Construction

Concrete: Yes
Wood Frame: Yes

Unit Type

2 Bedroom: Yes

Lot Water Features

Deeded Beach Access: Yes
Deeded Water Rights: Yes
Ocean Side: Yes
Water Access Comm: Yes

Exterior Features

None: Yes

Exterior Finish

Fiber Cement: Yes

Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes
VA Loan: Yes

Fencing

None: Yes

Foundation

Pilings: Yes

Flooring

Carpet: Yes
Laminate: Yes
Vinyl: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Covered: Yes
Deck: Yes

Security Features

Fire Sprinkler System: Yes
Smoke Detector(s): Yes

Green Bldg Certify

None: Yes

Green Bldg Features

None: Yes

Roof

Shingle: Yes

Levels

One: Yes

Road Type/Frontage

Maintained: Yes
Paved: Yes
Public (City/Cty/St): Yes

Trash Collection

Other: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes

Heated SqFt

1000 – 1199: Yes

Heating

Heat Pump: Yes

Heating System Fuel Source

Electric: Yes

Water Heater

Electric: Yes

Utilities

Sewer Available: Yes
Water Available: Yes

Sewer

Municipal Sewer: Yes

Water Source

Municipal Water: Yes

Appliances/Equip

Built-In Microwave: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Disposal: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Electric Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Furnished

Furnished: Yes

Interior Features

Blinds/Shades: Yes
Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Elevator: Yes
Entrance Foyer: Yes
Furnished: Yes

Laundry Features

In Hall: Yes

Dining Room Type

Combination: Yes

Rooms

Bedroom 2: Yes
Dining Room: Yes
Living Room: Yes
Master Bedroom: Yes

Property Features

Frontage Type: Oceanfront Handicap Accessible: Accessible Approach with Ramp; Elevator View Type: Ocean Attic: None Basement: None Construction: Concrete; Wood Frame Unit Type: 2 Bedroom Exterior Features: None Exterior Finish: Fiber Cement Fencing: None Foundation: Pilings Green Bldg Certify: None Green Bldg Features: None Parking Features: Asphalt; Lighted; On Site; Parking Lot Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Deck Roof: Shingle Levels: One Trash Collection: Other Lot Water Features: Deeded Beach Access; Deeded Water Rights; Ocean Side; Water Access Comm Cooling: Central Air Heating: Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Electric Water Heater: Electric Utilities: Sewer Available; Water Available Sewer: Municipal Sewer Water Source: Municipal Water Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Vinyl Furnished: Furnished Interior Features: Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Elevator; Entrance Foyer; Furnished Security Features: Fire Sprinkler System; Smoke Detector(s) Laundry Features: In Hall Heated SqFt: 1000 – 1199 Dining Room Type: Combination HOA and Neigh Amenities: Barbecue; Beach Access; Beach Rights; Community Pool; Elevator(s); Flood Insurance; Maint – Comm Areas; Maint – Grounds; Maint – Roads; Maintenance Structure; Management; Master Insure; Picnic Area; Ramp; Street Lights; Termite Bond; Trash; Water; Waterfront Community; Owner Pets Only Rooms: Bedroom 2; Dining Room; Living Room; Master Bedroom Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan

Room Information

Room Name
Living Room
Master Bedroom
Dining Room
Bedroom 2

IDX

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

Last Updated: October – 08 – 2026

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