1023 1st Street

Surf City, NC 28445

$1,100,000

$764 per Sq.Ft.

Active
3 beds
2.5 baths
1440 Sq. Ft.
Residential
Built in 1992
MLS #100584283

3 beds

2.5 baths

1440 Sq. Ft.

Residential

Built in 1992

MLS #100584283

Your dream waterfront retreat on Topsail Island has arrived. This beautifully maintained beach house captures the very best of coastal living, offering breathtaking sunset views, direct canal access, and multiple outdoor spaces designed for relaxation. Perfectly positioned on a deep waterfront canal, the property includes a boat lift and generous outdoor living areas for year-round enjoyment. Surf City sits on a 23-mile barrier island known for its natural beauty, relaxed atmosphere, and endless recreation. Inside, the home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus a waterside shop with a half bath located under the house--ideal for storing coastal gear, working on projects, or hosting guests. Thoughtful updates throughout include new flooring, newer appliances, upgraded fixtures, crown molding, beadboard with chair rail, and custom plantation shutters, creating a fresh and inviting coastal aesthetic. This home is also equipped with valuable system upgrades: stainless steel propane tankless water heater, propane heating, thermal doors, LED lighting, security system, and a generator for added peace of mind. Outdoors, the attention to detail continues with a cargo lift, metal roof, storm shutters, Trex decking and walkway, vinyl railings, irrigation system, fenced yard, and a fully wired shop with custom shelving and double doors. Enjoy the screened-in deck or the covered lower-level areas as you unwind after a day on the water, taking in the salty breeze and stunning sunset views. The neighborhood offers a peaceful blend of permanent residents and occasional weekend homeowners, with minimal noise or traffic--even during peak season. Water pressure has remained consistently strong, and the surrounding homes are lightly used, contributing to a quiet, relaxed environment. This property has been exceptionally cared for and has provided a wonderful experience for its owners. A solid, well-maintained coastal home with features you won't find anywhere else. Don't miss your chance to own this Topsail Island paradise.

Interior Features

Total bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Full bathrooms

2 full bathrooms

Half bathrooms

1 half bathrooms

Kitchen appliances

Gas oven, built-in microwave, washer, refrigerator, ice maker, dryer, dishwasher

Interior features

Walk-in closet(s), high ceilings, whole-home generator, kitchen island, elevator, ceiling fan(s), pantry, walk-in shower

Flooring

Lvt/lvp, carpet

Cooling

Central air

Heating

Propane, heat pump

Exterior Features

Lot size

0.15 acres

Lot features

Dead end, front yard

Water front

Yes

Water features

Boat slip, boat dock, boat lift, deeded waterfront, navigable water, water depth 4+

Fencing

Chain link, partial, back yard

Exterior features

Vinyl siding

Roof

Metal

HOA Information

HOA

HOA amenities

Waterfront community, no amenities

Utilities

Sewer connected, water connected

Schools

Elementary school

Coastal

Middle school

Dixon

High school

Dixon

Other Information

Tax assessed value

$883,101.00

Tax amount

$6,976.27

Tax year

2025

Zoning

MHS

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About Surf City

Surf City is a laid-back beach community in the heart of Topsail Island. There are a multitude of location and lifestyle options available including canal and Intracoastal Waterway front properties.

Market trends

There were 30 new listings in Surf City last month. The average time on market was 88 days and the average price of new new listings was $1,188,153. Over the last three months, the average sale price to list price ratio was 94.90%.

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