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About this home
Coastal elegance, exceptional privacy, and resort-style living come together at 257 Seawatch Way, featuring a custom heated saltwater pool and adjoining hot tub. Walk to the beach, tennis and pickleball courts, playground, and neighborhood gardens from this beautifully renovated five-bedroom, four-bath home, ideally situated on a professionally landscaped corner lot outside the designated flood zone. Designed for relaxed beach living and effortless entertaining, the inviting floor plan offers bedrooms on every level, providing flexibility for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. The reimagined kitchen is both beautiful and functional, creating a natural gathering place, while the formal dining room provides an elegant setting for meals and celebrations. Dual primary suites on the top floor offer private retreats, while a dedicated laundry room and spacious two-car garage provide plenty of room for vehicles, bicycles, beach gear, and storage. Wraparound decks extend along three sides of the home, offering your choice of sun or shade throughout the day. Nestled among mature trees, the screened porch is a peaceful setting for morning coffee, an afternoon book, or an evening cocktail. Step outside to your own private tropical oasis. The brand-new heated saltwater pool and adjoining hot tub offer four-season enjoyment rarely found this close to the beach. Mature landscaping and privacy hedges create exceptional seclusion, while the generous yard still provides plenty of room for games, entertaining, or pets. Located in Seawatch, one of the island's most desirable coastal communities, residents enjoy private beach access, an oceanfront tiki bar, community pool, playground, tennis and pickleball courts, walking trails, flower gardens, and more. Additional improvements include a new main-level HVAC system, fresh exterior paint, custom driveway, water softener, storm shutters, buried propane tank, and more. Whether enjoyed as a primary residence or coastal retreat, 257 Seawatch Way offers a rare combination of space, privacy, modern comfort, exceptional amenities, and an outstanding beach lifestyle.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2002
- Lot
- 0.17 acres
- Waterfront
- Deeded Beach Access, Water Access Comm
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $1,500 / annually
- Community
- Seawatch
- County
- New Hanover
- Price per sq ft
- $508
- Stories
- 3
- Construction
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Other, Slab, Pilings
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $5,796 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Oct 15, 2026
- MLS #
- 100607491
Features
Inside
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Bookcases
- Kitchen Island
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Gas Log
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Other
- LVT/LVP
- Tile
- Wood
- Gas Cooktop
- Electric Oven
- Water Softener
Outside
- Shutters - Board/Hurricane
- Outdoor Shower
- Irrigation System
- Other
- Corner Lot
- Deeded Beach Access
- Water Access Comm
- None
Community
- Waterfront Community
- Beach Access
- Clubhouse
- Community Pool
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Pickleball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Sidewalks
- Street Lights
- Tennis Court(s)
Parking
- Garage Faces Front
- Garage Door Opener
- On Site
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Forced Air
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Directions to 257 Seawatch Way
Take Ft Fisher Blvd, make a right onto Seawatch Way. 247 Seawatch Way (corner of Seawatch Way and Riley Rd).
Schools
- Elementary
- Carolina Beach
- Middle
- Murray
- High
- Ashley
As listed in the MLS (New Hanover). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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Recent sales like this in Seawatch
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 192 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach | Oct 29, 2026 | 5 / 4 | 2,866 | $1,125,000 | $393 |
| 185 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach | Aug 31, 2026 | 5 / 5 | 3,240 | $1,385,000 | $427 |
| 249 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach | Mar 9, 2026 | 5 / 4 | 2,913 | $1,325,000 | $455 |
| 160 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach | Dec 19, 2025 | 4 / 4 | 2,260 | $1,075,000 | $476 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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Our take on 257 Seawatch Way
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 three-story single family property in the Seawatch community of Kure Beach has five bedrooms and four bathrooms in 2,945 square feet, built in 2002. The eat-in kitchen includes an island and a gas cooktop, and the interior features luxury vinyl plank, tile and wood flooring. Walk-in closets, bookcases and a gas log are also part of the interior.
The corner lot covers 0.17 acres and includes an in-ground private pool, a hot tub and an outdoor shower, with an irrigation system and board-and-hurricane shutters on the exterior. A two-car garage faces the front of the property. Deeded beach access and water access come with the lot, and the community offers a clubhouse, a community pool, tennis courts, pickleball, a playground and a picnic area.
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About 257 Seawatch Way
257 Seawatch Way is a 5-bedroom, 4-bath home of about 2,945 square feet, built in 2002 in Seawatch, Kure Beach, New Hanover County, NC 28449.
That's about $508 per square foot, compared with a Kure Beach median asking price of $455 per square foot.
1 other home is for sale in Seawatch right now (median asking $1,045,000); 5 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $1,325,000, typically in about 97 days.
Across ZIP 28449, 18 5-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $1,250,000.
It has been on the market for 20 days.
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 257 Seawatch Way
How much is 257 Seawatch Way?
257 Seawatch Way is listed at $1,495,000 (about $508 per square foot) as of November 4, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 257 Seawatch Way have?
5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with about 2,945 square feet.
What neighborhood is 257 Seawatch Way in?
Seawatch, in Kure Beach, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
How long has 257 Seawatch Way been on the market?
20 days. Homes in Seawatch sold after a median of 97 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Seawatch?
5 homes sold in Seawatch in the last 12 months, at a median price of $1,325,000.
Does 257 Seawatch Way have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,500 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 257 Seawatch Way built?
2002.
Who is the listing broker for 257 Seawatch Way?
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB (MLS #100607491). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 257 Seawatch Way?
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