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About this home
Experience the best of island living in this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath canal-front home on Holden Beach, ideally positioned directly across from the Intracoastal Waterway with unobstructed water views. With a private pier and boat lift, this property makes it easy to enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, and everything the coastal lifestyle has to offer. Inside, the home features updated bathrooms, attractive accented ceilings, and a spacious primary suite with a walk-in shower. Best of all, all furniture is included, making this a wonderful opportunity for a furnished beach getaway, investment property, or full-time coastal residence. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard, convenient outdoor shower, and your own canal-front access just steps from the house. Spend the day on the water, return home by boat, and relax while taking in the beautiful views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Located right on the island, the home is also just a short walk up the street to beach access, giving you the best of both worlds--easy access to the Atlantic Ocean and boating from your own backyard. Whether you're looking for a Holden Beach retreat, an investment opportunity, or a place to call home at the coast, this property offers the combination buyers are searching for: waterfront living, boating access, ICW views, beach access, and a furnished home ready to enjoy. $15,000 Concessions to be used at buyer's discretion. Recalled elevator model-ask listing agent for more information.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1970
- Lot
- 0.17 acres
- Waterfront
- Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Canal Front
- Garage
- 1 space
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $845
- Stories
- 1
- Construction
- Composition, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Other, Pilings
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $3,512 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Oct 16, 2026
- MLS #
- 100599508
Features
Inside
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Furnished
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- LVT/LVP
- Tile
- Electric Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
Outside
- Storm Doors
- Thermal Doors
- Boat Dock
- Boat Lift
- Bulkhead
- ICW
Parking
- Gravel
Heating & cooling
- Heat Pump
- Electric
- Forced Air
- Central Air
Directions to 186 Sailfish Drive
Cross Holden Beach bridge, turn right onto OBW, turn right onto Sailfish Drive, home is on the right.
Schools
- Elementary
- Virginia Williamson
- Middle
- Cedar Grove
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 142 Marlin Drive, Holden Beach | Sep 4, 2026 | 4 / 2 | 1,216 | $975,000 | $802 |
| 139 Tarpon Drive, Holden Beach | Sep 15, 2026 | 4 / 2 | 1,235 | $850,000 | $688 |
| 122 Marlin Drive, Holden Beach | Jul 17, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,128 | $835,000 | $740 |
| 2365 Landmark Street SW, Supply | Jun 22, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 1,188 | $370,000 | $311 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 6 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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Our take on 186 Sailfish Drive
Written by the Buddy Blake Team from the listing photos and MLS data. Not part of the MLS listing or the listing broker's description.
This single-story property in Holden Beach was built in 1970 and offers 1,052 square feet with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The interior has ceiling fans, a walk-in shower, and vinyl plank and tile flooring. Appliances include an electric oven, built-in microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, washer, and dryer. Heating and cooling come from a heat pump with central air, and the property is furnished.
The 0.17-acre lot sits on a canal and includes a bulkhead, boat dock, and boat lift, with a view of the Intracoastal Waterway. Parking is a one-car garage plus a gravel area, and the exterior has storm doors and thermal doors. Public utilities serve the property. The property is not in a subdivision and has no pool.
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About 186 Sailfish Drive
186 Sailfish Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,052 square feet, built in 1970, Holden Beach, Brunswick County, NC 28462.
Across ZIP 28462, 305 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $290,000.
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 186 Sailfish Drive
How much is 186 Sailfish Drive?
186 Sailfish Drive is under contract. Its last asking price was $889,000.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 186 Sailfish Drive have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,052 square feet.
Is 186 Sailfish Drive waterfront?
Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.
When was 186 Sailfish Drive built?
1970.
Who is the listing broker for 186 Sailfish Drive?
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage (MLS #100599508).
Can I tour 186 Sailfish Drive?
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