Sale details
- Sold price
- $650,000
- Sold on
- Nov 25, 2025
- First listed at
- $710,000
- Last asking price
- $675,000 (−4.9%)
- Sold vs. first asking
- 91.5%
- Sold vs. last asking
- 96.3%
- Days on market
- 78
Earlier at this address
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2014 | Sold | $339,900 (asked $339,900) |
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About this home
Seller offering $4,000 credit toward closing costs or rate buy-down with acceptable offer received by Nov. 10, 2025. Welcome to this stunning home in the prestigious, gated community of Pelican Reef, perfectly set on a private .82-acre lot. Designed with an open floor plan and thoughtful upgrades, this residence blends elegance, comfort, and functionality. Inside, you'll find freshly painted living spaces and engineered hardwood floors throughout the first floor. The bright great room features a gas fireplace with custom built-ins, shiplap accent wall, and crown molding. The formal dining room stands out with a coffered ceiling, while a versatile office/flex space and convenient powder room complete the main level. The chef's kitchen is a delight with 42' staggered cabinets, granite counters, large island, gas range, and pendant lighting. A coffee bar with wine cooler adds charm and convenience, while the nearby laundry/mudroom provides a practical drop zone. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two full baths, and a spacious bonus/media room with 9' ceilings and recessed lighting. The owner's suite offers lighted crown molding, walk-in closets, and a spa-style tiled bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Outside, enjoy Hardi Plank siding with stone accents, a side-entry garage with storage, and professional landscaping with exterior lighting. Relax on the screened porch with wired surround sound for a flat screen TV, gather at the fire pit patio, or take advantage of the large backyard and shed. A whole-house Generac generator ensures peace of mind. Life in Pelican Reef offers more than a home it's a lifestyle. Community amenities include a pool, fitness center, clubhouse, tennis courts, children's play area, kayak launch, and a day dock on Virginia Creek, plus regular food trucks that make the neighborhood both welcoming and fun.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2014
- Lot
- 0.82 acres
- Waterfront
- Water Access Comm
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $1,220
- Community
- Pelican Reef
- County
- Pender
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Stone, Fiber Cement
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $3,430 / year (2023)
- MLS #
- 100526110
Features
Inside
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Pantry
- Gas Log
- Carpet
- Tile
- Wood
- Built-In Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
Outside
- Water Access Comm
Community
- Clubhouse
- Community Pool
- Gated
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Maintenance Roads
- Management
- Security
- Taxes
- Tennis Court(s)
Parking
- Garage Faces Side
- Off Street
- Paved
Heating & cooling
- Fireplace(s)
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Directions to 246 Royal Tern Drive
Hwy 17 N through Hampstead. Make right onto Pelican Reef (Royal Tern) House is on the right
Schools
- Elementary
- Surf City
- Middle
- Surf City
- High
- Topsail
As listed in the MLS. School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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About 246 Royal Tern Drive
246 Royal Tern Drive is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,700 square feet, built in 2014, on 0.82 acres in Pelican Reef, Hampstead, Pender County, NC 28443.
2 other homes are for sale in Pelican Reef right now (median asking $799,000); 18 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $657,500, typically in about 84 days.
Across ZIP 28443, 372 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $390,000.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 246 Royal Tern Drive
How much is 246 Royal Tern Drive?
246 Royal Tern Drive sold for $650,000 on November 25, 2025 (last asking price $675,000). It is not for sale now.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 246 Royal Tern Drive have?
3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 2,700 square feet.
What neighborhood is 246 Royal Tern Drive in?
Pelican Reef, in Hampstead, Pender County, North Carolina.
What have homes sold for in Pelican Reef?
18 homes sold in Pelican Reef in the last 12 months, at a median price of $657,500.
Does 246 Royal Tern Drive have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,220, per the MLS.
When was 246 Royal Tern Drive built?
2014.
Who is the listing broker for 246 Royal Tern Drive?
eXp Realty (MLS #100526110).