$460,000

Sold Aug 14, 2026

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,103 sq ft

3589 Sanderling Drive SE

Southport, NC, 28461 · St James

Hive MLSListed by St James Properties LLC

Sale details

Sold price
$460,000
Sold on
Aug 14, 2026
First listed at
$506,000
Last asking price
$499,000 (−1.4%)
Sold vs. first asking
90.9%
Sold vs. last asking
92.2%
Days on market
49

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About this home

NEW PRICE! Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in sought-after St. James Plantation, perfectly situated with views of the 15th tee of the Members Club golf course - and featuring the RARE INCLUSION OF A COVETED SIGNATURE MEMBERSHIP! Step inside from the welcoming covered front porch into a dramatic two-story foyer. The spacious living room, complete with a fireplace and custom built-in shelving, offers the perfect setting to relax while enjoying beautiful golf course views. From both the living room and the dedicated dining room, step onto the screened porch to take in the coastal breeze and serene surroundings. The bright kitchen offers abundant storage and flows seamlessly into the main living areas, alongside a convenient half bath and laundry room. The main-floor primary suite provides a private retreat with a cozy window seat, walk-in closet, and ensuite full bath. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and an expansive 23' x 12' bonus room with extra storage space above the attached two-car garage - ideal for a media room, home office, or guest retreat. HVAC new in 2018, new capacitor 2025. Residents of the gated St. James community enjoy an unmatched coastal lifestyle with world-class amenities, including 81 holes of championship golf, tennis and pickleball courts, croquet facilities, fitness centers, indoor and outdoor pools, and miles of scenic walking and biking trails. Four clubhouses offer a variety of dining options, while the full-service marina features both a restaurant and a convenient on-site pharmacy. Residents also enjoy access to a private oceanfront beach club on Oak Island, providing direct beach access and the perfect setting to experience coastal living at its finest. Some photos have been AI enhanced with furniture.

Facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Year built
1997
Lot
0.19 acres
Garage
2 spaces
HOA
$1,380 / annually
Community
St James
County
Brunswick
MLS #
100574586

Features

Inside

  • Master Downstairs
  • Bookcases
  • Built-in Features
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Gas Log
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Hardwood
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Washer
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Dishwasher

Outside

  • Irrigation System
  • On Golf Course
  • Landscaped
  • Golf Course
  • Golf Tee

Community

  • Waterfront Community
  • Beach Access
  • Beach Rights
  • Comm Garden
  • Community Pool
  • Dog Park
  • Exercise Course
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Golf Course
  • Indoor Pool
  • Maintenance Common Areas
  • Maintenance Roads
  • Marina
  • Park
  • Pickleball

Parking

  • Garage Faces Front
  • Concrete
  • Garage

Heating & cooling

  • Heat Pump
  • Electric
  • Zoned

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.

About 3589 Sanderling Drive SE

3589 Sanderling Drive SE is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,103 square feet, built in 1997 in St James, Southport, Brunswick County, NC 28461.

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

That's about $237 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 3589 Sanderling Drive SE

How much is 3589 Sanderling Drive SE?

3589 Sanderling Drive SE is listed at $499,000 (about $237 per square foot) as of September 23, 2026. Status: closed.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 3589 Sanderling Drive SE have?

3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 2,103 square feet.

What neighborhood is 3589 Sanderling Drive SE 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.

Does 3589 Sanderling Drive SE have an HOA fee?

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

When was 3589 Sanderling Drive SE built?

1997.

Who is the listing broker for 3589 Sanderling Drive SE?

St James Properties LLC (MLS #100574586). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.

Listing provided by St James Properties LLC via Hive MLS.