$667,500

Sold Mar 9, 2026

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,240 sq ft

1401 Canal Drive Apt 3

Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 · Captains Quarters

Hive MLSListed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB

Sale details

Sold price
$667,500
Sold on
Mar 9, 2026
First listed at
$675,000
Sold vs. first asking
98.9%
Days on market
5

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About this home

Welcome to 1401 Canal Dr, Unit 3, located in the desirable Captain's Quarters community in Carolina Beach. This meticulously kept 3 br, 2.5 ba townhome offers 1,240 square feet of comfortable coastal living with thoughtful updates throughout & stunning canal views. The open concept living space feels bright & inviting, featuring smooth ceilings, updated bathrooms, & new LVP flooring with fresh stairway carpet installed in 2025. The kitchen was tastefully refreshed in 2024 with quartz countertops, elegant custom backsplash, & new appliances, making it both functional and stylish for everyday living or entertaining. Hurricane windows have been added in the kitchen, 2nd bedroom, & 3rd bedroom, along with a new primary bedroom sliding doors installed in 2018 that includes a 1-time transferable warranty. Step outside and enjoy new composite decking completed in 2023, perfect for relaxing after a day on the water. This unit comes fully furnished, including 2 kayaks, so it's ready to enjoy from day one. Boaters will appreciate the private 10' x 30' boat slip with lighting, electricity, & water, along with new community docks updated in 2024. The community pool was resurfaced in 2024 & offers a peaceful place to unwind. The property includes a private garage & ample additional parking, plus recent structural improvements to the building completed in 2025. Located just 1 block from one of the widest parts Carolina Beach, this home offers easy access to both the ocean & canal, with spectacular sunset views right outside your door. Short-term rentals are allowed with a minimum three-night stay, adding strong investment potential. HOA fees include a master insurance policy covering fire, flood, liability, & wind & hail, & recently proposed infrastructure improvements along Canal Drive add even more long-term value. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, 2nd home, or rental, this waterfront home delivers location, updates, & lifestyle in one complete package.

Facts

Type
Townhouse
Year built
1979
Lot
0.02 acres
Garage
1 space
HOA
$10,200 / annually
Community
Captains Quarters
County
New Hanover
MLS #
100553175

Features

Inside

  • Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Furnished
  • Pantry
  • Blinds/Shades
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LVT/LVP
  • Carpet
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Washer
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dryer
  • Disposal
  • Dishwasher

Outside

  • Boat Slip
  • Bulkhead
  • Harbor
  • Water Access Comm
  • Marina
  • Water

Community

  • Roof Maintenance
  • Waterfront Community
  • Boat Dock
  • Boat Slip - Assigned
  • Community Pool
  • Flood Insurance
  • Maintenance Common Areas
  • Maintenance Grounds
  • Management
  • Marina
  • Master Insure
  • Pest Control
  • Sewer
  • Trash
  • Water
  • Owner Pets Only

Parking

  • On Site
  • Paved

Heating & cooling

  • Electric
  • Heat Pump
  • Central Air

Schools

Elementary
Carolina Beach
Middle
Murray
High
Ashley

As listed in the MLS (New Hanover). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.

About 1401 Canal Drive Apt 3

1401 Canal Drive Apt 3 is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhome of about 1,240 square feet, built in 1979 in Captains Quarters, Carolina Beach, New Hanover County, NC 28428.

At $675,000, it's 7% below the median asking price ($729,000) of the 73 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Carolina Beach today.

That's about $544 per square foot, compared with a Carolina Beach median of $469.

2 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $658,750, typically in about 35 days.

Across ZIP 28428, 151 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $669,000.

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Questions about 1401 Canal Drive Apt 3

How much is 1401 Canal Drive Apt 3?

1401 Canal Drive Apt 3 is listed at $675,000 (about $544 per square foot) as of September 23, 2026. Status: closed.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1401 Canal Drive Apt 3 have?

3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 1,240 square feet.

What neighborhood is 1401 Canal Drive Apt 3 in?

Captains Quarters, in Carolina Beach, New Hanover County, North Carolina.

What have homes sold for in Captains Quarters?

2 homes sold in Captains Quarters in the last 12 months, at a median price of $658,750.

Is 1401 Canal Drive Apt 3 waterfront?

Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.

Does 1401 Canal Drive Apt 3 have an HOA fee?

Yes: $10,200 (annually), per the MLS.

When was 1401 Canal Drive Apt 3 built?

1979.

Who is the listing broker for 1401 Canal Drive Apt 3?

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB (MLS #100553175). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.

Listing provided by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB via Hive MLS.