$1,299,900
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,730 sq ft
1601 E Main Street
Sunset Beach, NC, 28468
Listed 27 days ago
Listed by REAL Broker LLC
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About this home
Completely renovated and ideally located on the east end of Sunset Beach, this 2nd-row home sits next to a beach access, making it easy to enjoy the sand and ocean just steps away. Inside, vaulted ceilings and extensive updates give the home a fresh, updated feel. Improvements include all new interior paint and trim, completely remodeled bathrooms, the addition of a new half bath, a fully renovated kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, sink, disposal, refrigerator, and ice maker, plus new washer and dryer, ceiling fans in every bedroom, new window treatments, and replaced interior vents. The exterior has been just as extensively updated, with major improvements including new Hardie Plank composite siding, replacement windows, all-new Trex composite decking on the stairs, landings, and decks, a new screen porch system, and a roof replaced in 2022--plus tons more updates throughout the exterior. With a long list of major renovations already completed and a prime location next to beach access, this Sunset Beach home offers an updated coastal retreat in an exceptional location.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1985
- Lot
- 0.11 acres
- County
- Brunswick
- MLS #
- 100598958
Features
Inside
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Outside
- Second Row
- Ocean
Parking
- Off Street
- On Site
- Underhouse
Heating & cooling
- Heat Pump
- Electric
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
- Middle
- Shallotte Middle
- High
- Early College
As listed in the MLS (Brunswick County Schools). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
Monthly payment estimate
$8,033/mo
- Principal & interest (30-yr fixed)$7,744
- Property taxes (2025 bill)$289
Estimate only. Rate is the national 30-year average (6.95% as of Sep 17, 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 nearby
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1701 Canal Drive, Sunset Beach | May 26, 2026 | 4 / 4 | 1,950 | $1,450,000 | $744 |
| 1707 E Main Street, Sunset Beach | May 15, 2026 | 4 / 3 | 1,547 | $1,240,000 | $802 |
| 1304 N Shore Drive, Sunset Beach | Jul 31, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,643 | $1,049,000 | $638 |
| 1212 E Main Street, Sunset Beach | Apr 2, 2026 | 4 / 4 | 1,630 | $1,287,500 | $790 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 6 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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About 1601 E Main Street
1601 E Main Street is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 1,730 square feet, built in 1985, Sunset Beach, Brunswick County, NC 28468.
At $1,299,900, it's 94% above the median asking price ($669,900) of the 37 other 4-bedroom listings for sale in Sunset Beach today.
That's about $751 per square foot, compared with a Sunset Beach median of $245.
Across ZIP 28468, 91 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $647,940.
It has been on the market for 28 days.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 1601 E Main Street
How much is 1601 E Main Street?
1601 E Main Street is listed at $1,299,900 (about $751 per square foot) as of September 23, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1601 E Main Street have?
4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 1,730 square feet.
How long has 1601 E Main Street been on the market?
28 days.
When was 1601 E Main Street built?
1985.
Who is the listing broker for 1601 E Main Street?
REAL Broker LLC (MLS #100598958). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 1601 E Main Street?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.