$450,000
Sold Mar 6, 2026
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,486 sq ft
397 Highlands Drive
Hampstead, NC, 28443 · Castle Bay Country Club
Listed by Birch Real Estate Solutions
Sale details
- Sold price
- $450,000
- Sold on
- Mar 6, 2026
- First listed at
- $450,000
- Sold vs. first asking
- 100%
- Days on market
- 1
Earlier at this address
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2007 | Sold | $332,500 (asked $339,900) |
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About this home
Nestled in the prestigious Castle Bay golf community of Hampstead, this impeccably maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath brick home offers timeless curb appeal and a thoughtfully designed floor plan. Step inside the welcoming foyer, which opens seamlessly into an expansive open-concept living area. The formal dining room flows into a stunning vaulted family room anchored by a cozy fireplace—an ideal space for gathering and relaxation. The spacious kitchen is both functional and inviting, featuring ample cabinetry and an easy connection to a casual dining area, perfect for everyday meals and entertaining. A separate laundry room and generous pantry add convenience and storage. Off the main living area, a charming screened porch and a sunroom overlook serene, community-owned land with the fourth hole fairway providing a picturesque backdrop. This peaceful setting offers tranquil views and year-round enjoyment, while the fenced backyard provides privacy and space for pets, play, or outdoor entertaining. The main-level primary suite is generously sized and includes dual vanities, a private water closet, soaking tub, and separate shower. Two additional first-floor bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. Upstairs, a finished bonus room with a full bath adds versatility as a guest suite, media room, playroom, or private retreat. Recent updates include a brand-new HVAC system (April 2025), roof replacement (late 2018), and a whole-house water softener (2017). Gutters surround the home, and the upgraded kitchen refrigerator conveys. Optional Castle Bay memberships are available, offering golf-only privileges or full amenities such as a swimming pool, fitness room, and tennis and pickleball courts. With convenient access to the future Hampstead bypass, this home is ideally located near Wilmington and Topsail Beach, a premier seaside destination. Make this home yours and start enjoying the best of coastal living today!
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2006
- Lot
- 0.23 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $1,040 / annually
- Community
- Castle Bay Country Club
- County
- Pender
- MLS #
- 100550838
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- High Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Pantry
- Blinds/Shades
- Gas Log
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Tile
- Wood
- Built-In Microwave
- Water Softener
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
Outside
- None
Community
- Clubhouse
- Community Pool
- Fitness Center
- Golf Course
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Maintenance Grounds
- Management
- Pickleball
- Sidewalks
- Tennis Court(s)
Parking
- Attached
- Concrete
- Paved
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- South Topsail
- Middle
- Topsail
- High
- Topsail
As listed in the MLS. School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
About 397 Highlands Drive
397 Highlands Drive is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,486 square feet, built in 2006, on 0.23 acres in Castle Bay Country Club, Hampstead, Pender County, NC 28443.
At $450,000, it's 31% below the median asking price ($653,000) of the 101 other 4-bedroom listings for sale in Hampstead today.
That's about $181 per square foot, compared with a Hampstead median of $244.
4 other homes are for sale in Castle Bay Country Club right now (median asking $357,500); 9 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $439,000, typically in about 110 days.
Across ZIP 28443, 387 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $540,000.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 397 Highlands Drive
How much is 397 Highlands Drive?
397 Highlands Drive is listed at $450,000 (about $181 per square foot) as of September 26, 2026. Status: closed.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 397 Highlands Drive have?
4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 2,486 square feet.
What neighborhood is 397 Highlands Drive in?
Castle Bay Country Club, in Hampstead, Pender County, North Carolina.
What have homes sold for in Castle Bay Country Club?
9 homes sold in Castle Bay Country Club in the last 12 months, at a median price of $439,000.
Does 397 Highlands Drive have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,040 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 397 Highlands Drive built?
2006.
Who is the listing broker for 397 Highlands Drive?
Birch Real Estate Solutions (MLS #100550838). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.