About this home
Are you looking for a home that is close to the beach, restaurants, shops, or downtown Southport? If so, this beautiful home in Rivermist is waiting for you! Large 3 bedroom , 3 bath home on a cul-de-sac street, close to downtown, shopping, dining, and the beach. First floor has main bedroom, office, guest room, family room with built in cabinets, hardwood floors, and 2 full baths. Kitchen has large work island, 20'' tile floors, custom cabinets, arched opening to keep you connected to family room plus dining area next to triple windows. New carpet in primary suite and 2nd bedroom. Second floor has wonderful bonus room that can be used for many activities as well as additional sleeping quarters, next to 3rd bedroom and full bath. Two car garage has built in workshop areas with access to laundry room and additional cabinets. A MUST SEE! Rivermist offers a community outdoor pool, fitness facility, tennis courts, pickle ball, playground, and clubhouse. Conveniently located just a short drive to Oak Island and Historic Southport for enjoying shopping, restaurants, museums, area beaches, festivals, and Cape Fear River activities. Rivermist is known for its strong sense of community and extensive amenities.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2012
- Lot
- 0.22 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $1,122 / annually
- Community
- Rivermist at Dutchma
- County
- Brunswick
- MLS #
- 100603708
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Tray Ceiling(s)
- High Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Tile
- Wood
- Electric Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
Outside
- Pond
Community
- Clubhouse
- Community Pool
- Fitness Center
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Management
- Playground
- Sidewalks
- Street Lights
- Taxes
- Tennis Court(s)
Parking
- On Site
- Paved
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- Southport
- Middle
- South Brunswick
- High
- South Brunswick
As listed in the MLS (Brunswick County Schools). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
Monthly payment estimate
$3,620/mo
- Principal & interest (30-yr fixed)$3,273
- Property taxes (2026 bill)$254
- HOA dues$94
If rates move: at 7.53% this payment is about $167 more a month; at 6.53% about $163 less.
Estimate only. Rate is the national 30-year average (7.03% as of Sep 24, 2026, Freddie Mac); your rate depends on your lender. Homeowners and flood insurance aren't included — on the coast they vary a lot by house, so get a quote early.
Recent sales like this in Rivermist at Dutchma
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5012 Bowline Court, Southport | Aug 7, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,950 | $419,000 | $215 |
| 5234 Windlass Road, Southport | Jan 12, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 2,083 | $375,000 | $180 |
| 5172 Swashbuckler Way, Southport | Nov 21, 2025 | 3 / 2 | 1,915 | $402,000 | $210 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Buying in Southport? Local guides
- Before You List on the NC Coast: Inspect, Repair or Sell As-Is?What to do before listing a home in Wilmington and the southeastern NC coast: a pre-market inspection, what to fix, credit or disclose, roof/HVAC/insurance questions coastal buyers ask, photos, pricing and offers.
- How Much Are Property Taxes in Wilmington and the NC Coast? (2026-27)County and town property tax rates for New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, Onslow and Duplin, what they cost on a $400,000 home, the 2027 revaluations to plan for, and tax relief you may qualify for.
- One-Story and Primary-on-Main Homes on the Southeastern NC CoastWhere the one-level homes are from Wilmington to Calabash, what they cost town by town, and what to check before you buy — from current MLS listings.
About 5227 Shipmast Way
5227 Shipmast Way is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,552 square feet, built in 2012, on 0.22 acres in Rivermist at Dutchma, Southport, Brunswick County, NC 28461.
At $545,000, it's 9% above the median asking price ($499,500) of the 186 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Southport today.
That's about $214 per square foot, compared with a Southport median asking price of $256 per square foot.
6 other homes are for sale in Rivermist at Dutchma right now (median asking $467,000); 17 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $360,000, typically in about 75 days.
Across ZIP 28461, 543 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $422,500.
It has been on the market for 14 days.
Rivermist at Dutchma neighborhood guideHomes for sale in SouthportBrunswick County homes
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 5227 Shipmast Way
How much is 5227 Shipmast Way?
5227 Shipmast Way is listed at $545,000 (about $214 per square foot) as of September 29, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 5227 Shipmast Way have?
3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 2,552 square feet.
What neighborhood is 5227 Shipmast Way in?
Rivermist at Dutchma, in Southport, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
How long has 5227 Shipmast Way been on the market?
14 days. Homes in Rivermist at Dutchma sold after a median of 75 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Rivermist at Dutchma?
17 homes sold in Rivermist at Dutchma in the last 12 months, at a median price of $360,000.
Does 5227 Shipmast Way have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,122 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 5227 Shipmast Way built?
2012.
Who is the listing broker for 5227 Shipmast Way?
Southport Realty, Inc. (MLS #100603708). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 5227 Shipmast Way?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.