About this home
Charming Sunset Beach canal house features 1800 sq ft of comfortable living space, including 4-bedrooms, 3-bathrooms and a loft area for hosting guests or sleeping extra friends. The bedrooms have the original wood on the walls for a nostalgic beachside ambience that is warm and welcoming. Situated directly on the canal, the property includes a private pier and dock for access to boating, fishing, kayaking or enjoying the serene views. Sunset Beach Island has been named by National Geographic as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world for it's wide sandy beach, the Kindred Spirit Mailbox and the southern facing beach where you can catch both sunrises and sunsets. A garage/storage room and an outside shower round out this home for a true coastal experience.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1985
- Lot
- 0.14 acres
- Waterfront
- Pier, Bulkhead, Canal Front
- Garage
- 1 space
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $750
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Wood Siding, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Other, Pilings
- Property tax
- $4,720 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Apr 11, 2026
- MLS #
- 100566537
Features
Inside
- High Ceilings
- Solid Surface
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Furnished
- Wet Bar
- Blinds/Shades
- Eat-in Kitchen
- LVT/LVP
- Carpet
- Vinyl
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Electric Range
Outside
- Outdoor Shower
- Thermal Doors
- Boat Dock
- Bulkhead
- Pier
- Canal
Community
- None
Parking
- Gravel
- On Site
- Garage
- Underhouse
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Directions to 1511 Canal Drive
Sunset Blvd S, turn left on Main St, Left on 15th Sy, Right on Canal St, house on left
Schools
- Elementary
- Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
- Middle
- Shallotte Middle
- High
- West Brunswick
As listed in the MLS (Brunswick County Schools). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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Recent sales like this nearby
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1701 Canal Drive, Sunset Beach | May 26, 2026 | 4 / 4 | 1,950 | $1,450,000 | $744 |
| 1707 E Main Street, Sunset Beach | May 15, 2026 | 4 / 3 | 1,547 | $1,240,000 | $802 |
| 1304 N Shore Drive, Sunset Beach | Jul 31, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,643 | $1,049,000 | $638 |
| 423 Cobia Street, Sunset Beach | Aug 28, 2026 | 4 / 3 | 1,592 | $1,087,500 | $683 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 6 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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About 1511 Canal Drive
1511 Canal Drive is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 1,800 square feet, built in 1985, Sunset Beach, Brunswick County, NC 28468.
Across ZIP 28468, 81 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $650,000.
It has been on the market for 193 days.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for waterfront, condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 1511 Canal Drive
How much is 1511 Canal Drive?
1511 Canal Drive is listed at $1,350,000 (about $750 per square foot) as of October 21, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1511 Canal Drive have?
4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 1,800 square feet.
How long has 1511 Canal Drive been on the market?
193 days.
Is 1511 Canal Drive waterfront?
Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.
When was 1511 Canal Drive built?
1985.
Who is the listing broker for 1511 Canal Drive?
CENTURY 21 Sunset Realty (MLS #100566537). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 1511 Canal Drive?
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