197 S River Drive Beaufort, NC 28516 · Sportsman Village

About this home

Owner Financing Available. WATERFRONT for FISHERMAN and BOATER'S alike on the South River. Welcome to your own slice of coastal paradise in beautiful Beaufort. This Charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath Waterfront home offers breathtaking, unobstructed views of the South River--visible from nearly every room. Start your mornings watching on this nearly half acre the sunrise over the S. River, and fishing off your private dock or just sit and watch the dolphins swim by. Spend afternoons boating with direct water access, and unwind in the evenings on the screened-in porch as the sun goes down. Complete with a boat lift with a limit of 10,000lb's and a new bulkhead, this property is truly designed for effortless coastal living. The River runs into the ICW, which is in view of this property! Inside, the home features tile flooring throughout, an open and functional layout, and thoughtful upgrades including a tankless water heater, whole-house water filtration system, and cozy gas logs in the living area. Situated on nearly half an acre, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy and outdoor space, all while being just a short drive from Beaufort's Charming Waterfront shops, and dining. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment opportunity, this waterfront gem delivers the lifestyle you've been dreaming of.

Facts

Type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1983

Lot

0.43 acres

Waterfront

Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Sound Side

Community

Sportsman Village

County

Carteret

Price per sq ft

$576

Stories

1

Construction

Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame

Roof

Metal

Foundation

Other, Slab, Pilings

Property tax

$939 / year (2024)

Listed

Oct 5, 2026

MLS #

100563565

Features

Directions to 197 S River Drive

Take hwy 70E to Havelock, take hwy 101 to Laurel rd and make a left, left on Merrimon rd, left on South RIver Rd, take a slight left on Village Dr, turn right on South RIver Dr and house will be on left.

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About 197 S River Drive

197 S River Drive is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 928 square feet, built in 1983, on 0.43 acres in Sportsman Village, Beaufort, Carteret County, NC 28516.

2 other homes are for sale in Sportsman Village right now (median asking $339,950); 4 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $426,250, typically in about 158 days.

Across ZIP 28516, 48 2-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $312,000.

It has been on the market for 21 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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