174 S River Drive, Beaufort, NC, 28516
About This Home
Water views, boating, and fishing await at this 2BR/2BA waterfront retreat with a private dock on a sheltered canal offering quick access to the South River and Pamlico Sound. The dock includes water, power, and a fish cleaning station, while the community boat ramp is just down the street. Enjoy breathtaking views from the 835-square-foot wraparound deck. Both spacious bedrooms include their own private bath. Additional features include a workshop, covered parking under decks for all the adult play toys! Solid concrete block piers, a roof replaced in 2015. Located just 25 minutes from historic Beaufort, you'll enjoy waterfront dining, shopping, and coastal attractions. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, possibility of a vacation rental, or full-time residence, this coastal retreat offers exceptional value. Schedule your showing today!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1983
Materials
- Foundation: Other,Pilings
- Roof: Shingle,Composition
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built-In Microwave,Water Softener,Washer,Refrigerator,Dryer,Dishwasher,Gas Range
- Laundry features: Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space,Walk-Out Access
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-in Shower
- Window features: Thermal Windows
- Flooring: LVT/LVP,Vinyl
- Attic: Access Only
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Propane,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Other,Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,130
- Total interior livable area: 1,130 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 79117
- Zoning: Residential
Features
- Levels: One
- Pool features: Pool/Spa Combo
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio,Porch,Wrap Around
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal,River,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,River,Water
- Waterfront features: Bulkhead,Canal Front
- Frontage type: Canal Front
- Living area range: 1000 - 1199
Lot
- Lot size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Open Lot,Boat Dock,Bulkhead
- Lot size dimensions: 80 x 190 x 80 x 190
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Coastal Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Wildfire
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Carteret County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,769 | $21,228 |
| Home Insurance * | $71 | $852 |
| Property Taxes | $108 | $1,296 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $2,148 | $25,776 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-23 | Listed for sale | $350,000 |
| 2025-05-21 | Sold | $316,000 |
| 2025-05-21 | Pending sale | $322,000 |
| 2025-04-21 | Contingent | $322,000 |
| 2025-04-12 | Price change | $322,000 |
| 2025-03-25 | Listed for sale | $325,000 |
| 2022-02-28 | Sold | $205,000 |
| 2022-01-12 | Pending sale | $219,900 |
| 2022-01-05 | Price change | $219,900 |
| 2021-12-16 | Listed for sale | $240,000 |
| 2007-07-17 | Sold | $170,000 |
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