$357,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,229 sq ft
1896 New River Inlet Road 1204
North Topsail Beach, NC, 28460 · Shipwatch Villas
Listed 19 days ago
Listed by eXp Realty
About this home
For the past decade, someone has woken up in this unit to Atlantic sunrises, intracoastal sunsets. Brewed coffee in the open kitchen then strolled barefoot across the cherrywood floors for a quiet cup on the balcony and the sound of the ocean. Not a vacation. Not a rental. Home. And now, for the first time, it is available to whoever falls in love with it next. This unit, 1204, has been a primary residence for its current owners for the past decade, and before that a cherished second home. The difference shows in every corner. No rental wear. No deferred maintenance. No inherited booking calendar or tenant expectations. Just a pristine, lovingly maintained oceanfront condo on Topsail Island ready for whoever comes next. The refresh makes it even better. Rich cherrywood floors anchor the living spaces with the kind of warmth that newer luxury vinyl simply cannot replicate. New neutral carpet in both bedrooms. Fresh paint throughout. Most furnishings included. The work is done. The decisions have been made. You close and you arrive. Two bedrooms. Two full baths. 1,229 square feet on the second floor with a private balcony that puts the Atlantic breeze within reach of wherever you happen to be standing. The floor plan is open and easy and works for every version of coastal life you might be imagining, a permanent address on the water, a lock-and-leave retreat, or a vacation rental investment launched from a condition that few can match. Shipwatch Villas does the rest. An oceanfront community pool with sundeck. Direct private beach boardwalk access. Outdoor grilling areas. Elevator (two serve the complex) service to every floor. A pet-friendly community policy that does not make you choose between the beach and the dog. The building sits at the northern tip of Topsail Island, minutes from Camp Lejeune, MCAS New River, MARSOC, USCG training and Stone Bay. Seaview Pier and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue Center are nearby. Surf City waterfront dining is a short drive. Wilmington is less than an hour away. Topsail Island is a 26-mile barrier island on the southeastern North Carolina coast, largely undeveloped and fiercely protected that way. North Topsail Beach carries a town motto of Nature's Tranquil Beauty and earns it. The Atlantic sunrises here are extraordinary. The pace is deliberate. The phones go quiet. Shipwatch Villas is now VA approved. Qualified veterans, active duty service members, and military retirees may be eligible to purchase with little to no down payment and no PMI. Contact a VA-approved lender for current rates and terms specific to your situation. Competitively priced, motivated seller, updated unit currently available at Shipwatch Villas. A decade of primary residence. Never rented. Cherrywood floors. Move-in ready. The one worth seeing first.
Facts
- Type
- Condominium
- Year built
- 1984
- HOA
- $10,500 / annually
- Community
- Shipwatch Villas
- County
- Onslow
- MLS #
- 100601200
Features
Inside
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Elevator
- Blinds/Shades
- Tile Counters
Outside
- Deeded Beach Access
- Deeded Water Access
- Deeded Water Rights
- Deeded Waterfront
- Ocean Side
- Marsh
- Ocean
- Sound
- Water
Parking
- Parking Lot
- Asphalt
- On Site
- Paved
Heating & cooling
- Heat Pump
- Electric
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Schools
- Elementary
- Dixon
- Middle
- Dixon
- High
- Dixon
As listed in the MLS (Onslow). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
Monthly payment estimate
$3,002/mo
- Principal & interest (30-yr fixed)$2,127
- HOA dues$875
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1896 New River Inlet 1412, North Topsail Beach | Sep 21, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 1,229 | $416,000 | $338 |
| 1896 New River Inlet Road Unit 1212, North Topsail Beach | Sep 23, 2025 | 2 / 2 | 1,229 | $435,000 | $354 |
| 1866 New River Inlet Road Unit 3414c, North Topsail Beach | Apr 30, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 961 | $417,500 | $434 |
| 2000 New River Inlet Road Unit 1404, North Topsail Beach | May 26, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 1,010 | $280,000 | $277 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 6 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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About 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204
1896 New River Inlet Road 1204 is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo of about 1,229 square feet, built in 1984 in Shipwatch Villas, North Topsail Beach, Onslow County, NC 28460.
At $357,000, it's right around the median asking price ($357,000) of the 65 other 2-bedroom listings for sale in North Topsail Beach today.
That's about $290 per square foot, compared with a North Topsail Beach median of $393.
17 other homes are for sale in Shipwatch Villas right now (median asking $430,000); 4 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $528,500, typically in about 111 days.
Across ZIP 28460, 99 2-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $225,000.
It has been on the market for 20 days.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204
How much is 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204?
1896 New River Inlet Road 1204 is listed at $357,000 (about $290 per square foot) as of September 23, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204 have?
2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,229 square feet.
What neighborhood is 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204 in?
Shipwatch Villas, in North Topsail Beach, Onslow County, North Carolina.
How long has 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204 been on the market?
20 days. Homes in Shipwatch Villas sold after a median of 111 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Shipwatch Villas?
4 homes sold in Shipwatch Villas in the last 12 months, at a median price of $528,500.
Is 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204 waterfront?
Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.
Does 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204 have an HOA fee?
Yes: $10,500 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204 built?
1984.
Who is the listing broker for 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204?
eXp Realty (MLS #100601200). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 1896 New River Inlet Road 1204?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.