$789,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,665 sq ft

2571 St James Drive SE 306

Southport, NC, 28461 · St James

Hive MLSListed by St James Properties LLC

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About this home

Wake up to mesmerizing marina views and the gentle rhythm of coastal life in this penthouse-level 3 bedroom 3 bath condo located in Harborside at St James. Overlooking the St James Marina, the spacious retreat captures panoramic views of the Intracoastal Waterway and Oak Island, offering year round sunsets best enjoyed from the inviting screened porch. Inside, the open floor plan welcomes you fully furnished to create an elegant yet comfortable living space designed for both relaxation and entertaining. This condo also boasts a large storage unit to hold all your beach essential and coastal gear. Only Harborside offers the convenience of an elevator to take you up to your waterfront condo. This end unit condo has fabulous views from all sides plus a private bedroom and bath on the top floor. Just a stone's throw away, enjoy breakfast at the waterfront restaurant, browse the charming boutique for a local treasure or take a leisurely stroll along the boardwalk to the gazebo overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. As a St James resident, you'll enjoy access to four gated entrances, a private beach club, private parking and pool, a full-service marina featuring Beacon 315 Restaurant and Tiki Bar, The Apothecary boutique Pharmacy, parks, trails, kayak launch, dog parks and an amphitheatre. Optional club membership offers 81 holes of golf, 5 restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, pickleball, croquet and state of the art fitness centers. This 3 bedroom marina front penthouse is a rare opportunity to claim your own slice of paradise-where luxury meets tranquility and every day feels like a vacation.

Facts

Type
Condominium
Year built
2005
HOA
$1,380 / annually
Community
St James
County
Brunswick
MLS #
100590828

Features

Inside

  • Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Elevator
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Furnished
  • Pantry
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Hardwood
  • Electric Oven
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Washer
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Outside

  • End Unit
  • Water Access Comm
  • Marina

Community

  • Beach Access
  • Beach Rights
  • Clubhouse
  • Comm Garden
  • Community Pool
  • Dog Park
  • Elevator(s)
  • Exercise Course
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Golf Course
  • Maintenance Common Areas
  • Maintenance Grounds
  • Maintenance Roads
  • Marina
  • Master Insure

Parking

  • Parking Lot
  • Additional Parking
  • Off Street
  • On Site
  • Paved
  • Storage

Heating & cooling

  • Electric
  • Heat Pump
  • Central Air

Schools

Elementary
Virginia Williamson
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

$5,003/mo

  • Principal & interest (30-yr fixed)$4,700
  • Property taxes (2026 bill)$188
  • HOA dues$115

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 in St James

HomeSoldBd / BaSq ftPrice$ / sq ft
2571 St James Drive SE 305, SouthportJul 29, 20262 / 21,250$542,000$434
2555 St James Drive SE 502, SouthportJun 29, 20263 / 31,350$565,000$419
2537 St James Drive SE Apt 1007, SouthportJun 12, 20263 / 32,038$473,000$232
2537 St James Drive 1102, SouthportMay 28, 20263 / 31,846$499,000$270

Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.

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About 2571 St James Drive SE 306

2571 St James Drive SE 306 is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo of about 1,665 square feet, built in 2005 in St James, Southport, Brunswick County, NC 28461.

At $789,000, it's 58% above the median asking price ($499,995) of the 187 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Southport today.

That's about $474 per square foot, compared with a Southport median of $257.

111 other homes are for sale in St James right now (median asking $649,000); 351 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $565,000, typically in about 79 days.

Across ZIP 28461, 621 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $392,500.

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Questions about 2571 St James Drive SE 306

How much is 2571 St James Drive SE 306?

2571 St James Drive SE 306 is listed at $789,000 (about $474 per square foot) as of September 23, 2026. Status: active under contract.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 2571 St James Drive SE 306 have?

3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 1,665 square feet.

What neighborhood is 2571 St James Drive SE 306 in?

St James, in Southport, Brunswick County, North Carolina.

What have homes sold for in St James?

351 homes sold in St James in the last 12 months, at a median price of $565,000.

Is 2571 St James Drive SE 306 waterfront?

Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.

Does 2571 St James Drive SE 306 have an HOA fee?

Yes: $1,380 (annually), per the MLS.

When was 2571 St James Drive SE 306 built?

2005.

Who is the listing broker for 2571 St James Drive SE 306?

St James Properties LLC (MLS #100590828). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.

Can I tour 2571 St James Drive SE 306?

Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.

Listing provided by St James Properties LLC via Hive MLS.