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About this home
This impeccably maintained, Barker & Canady custom-built home offers a rare combination of premium craftsmanship, functional design, and exceptional value. Spanning 2,971 square feet across a thoughtful story-and-a-half layout, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence is perfectly positioned on the highly desirable west side of the gated and secure St. James Plantation. Backing directly up to acres of protected, wooded nature preserve, the property delivers an uncommon level of privacy and tranquility within a coastal community renowned for its luxury amenities, including 81 holes of championship golf, 5 restaurants, a 500-slip marina, and a private beach club.Step inside to experience the remarkable spaciousness of an open-concept living area that seamlessly integrates the living room, dining room, kitchen, and adjacent sunroom. Designed with privacy in mind, the smart split floor plan places the main-level master suite on its own side of the home, complete with a light and airy bedroom, a generous walk-in closet, and a tiled bath featuring an oversized shower and his-and-hers vanities. On the opposite side of the main living space, the second and third bedrooms share a large Jack & Jill bathroom, while the second floor hosts a flexible fourth bedroom configured as a private second master suite. High-end finishes elevate the interior, including engineered wood flooring throughout the first floor, elegant crown molding, plantation shutters, custom blinds, and beautiful built-in bookcases framing the central fireplace.The upscale kitchen functions beautifully as the heart of the home, anchored by an oversized granite island with soft-close cabinetry, a reach-in pantry, and an informal breakfast area. It comes equipped with high-end stainless steel appliances that convey with the purchase, highlighted by a two-year-old whisper-quiet Bosch dishwasher, a new LG microwave, a French-door Whirlpool refrigerator, and a two-year-old Samsung dual-fuel range that pairs a gas cooktop with a multi-function electric double oven. For ultimate peace of mind, the home includes a whole-house Kinetico water filtration system alongside a dedicated reverse osmosis water filter at both the sink and the ice maker.The indoor spaces transition effortlessly to outdoor entertaining on an elevated backyard deck, which features new low-maintenance Trex decking and a vinyl handrail system overlooking the peaceful, wooded nature preserve. Complete with a conveying Samsung washer and dryer and a beautifully landscaped yard, this turnkey custom home represents a standout opportunity in today's market.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2011
- Lot
- 0.33 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $1,380 / annually
- Community
- St James
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $269
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Stone, Stucco, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Foundation
- Block, Crawl Space
- Water
- Community Water
- Property tax
- $2,851 / year (2026)
- Listed
- Sep 24, 2026
- MLS #
- 100605846
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- High Ceilings
- Entrance Foyer
- Bookcases
- Kitchen Island
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Pantry
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- Gas Log
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
- Vented Exhaust Fan
Outside
- Irrigation System
- Gas Log
- Interior Lot
Community
- Barbecue
- Beach Access
- Clubhouse
- Comm Garden
- Community Pool
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Gated
- Golf Course
- Indoor Pool
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Maintenance Grounds
- Maintenance Roads
- Marina
- Master Insure
- Meeting Room
Parking
- Attached
- Additional Parking
- Concrete
- Garage Door Opener
- Lighted
- Paved
Heating & cooling
- Propane
- Heat Pump
- Fireplace(s)
- Electric
- Zoned
- Central Air
Directions to 2825 Pine Forest Drive
Enter St James through the Seaside Gate. Take first right turn on Pine Forest Dr. Home will be ahead on right.
Schools
- Elementary
- Virginia Williamson
- Middle
- South Brunswick
- High
- South 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 in St James
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2787 St James Drive SE, Southport | Oct 23, 2026 | 4 / 3 | 3,344 | $835,000 | $250 |
| 3005 Pine Bay Court, Southport | Oct 23, 2026 | 4 / 4 | 2,999 | $990,000 | $330 |
| 3185 Wexford Way, Southport | Oct 19, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 2,604 | $515,000 | $198 |
| 3890 Big Magnolia Way, Southport | Oct 19, 2026 | 3 / 4 | 3,125 | $980,000 | $314 |
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 2825 Pine Forest 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 two-story single family residence was built in 2011 and sits on an interior lot of about one-third of an acre in the St James community of Southport. The 2,971 square feet include four bedrooms and four bathrooms, with the primary suite on the main level and walk-in closets. High ceilings and an entrance foyer lead into the main living areas. The kitchen has an island, a pantry, a gas cooktop, and a convection oven. Gas log fireplaces and a zoned heat pump with central air are part of the interior.
Outside, the property has an irrigation system, a two-car attached garage, and paved and concrete parking. It is served by community water. The St James community offers a clubhouse, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, pickleball, a dog park, a marina, beach access, and a golf course, all within a gated setting. The annual HOA fee is listed at $1,380.
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About 2825 Pine Forest Drive
2825 Pine Forest Drive is a 4-bedroom, 4-bath home of about 2,971 square feet, built in 2011, on 0.33 acres in St James, Southport, Brunswick County, NC 28461.
At $799,000, it's 16% above the median asking price ($689,000) of the 65 other 4-bedroom listings for sale in Southport today.
That's about $269 per square foot, compared with a Southport median asking price of $254 per square foot.
109 other homes are for sale in St James right now (median asking $699,000); 246 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $679,500, typically in about 86 days.
Across ZIP 28461, 237 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $825,000.
It has been on the market for 32 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 2825 Pine Forest Drive
How much is 2825 Pine Forest Drive?
2825 Pine Forest Drive is listed at $799,000 (about $269 per square foot) as of October 26, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 2825 Pine Forest Drive have?
4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with about 2,971 square feet.
What neighborhood is 2825 Pine Forest Drive in?
St James, in Southport, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
How long has 2825 Pine Forest Drive been on the market?
32 days. Homes in St James sold after a median of 86 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in St James?
246 homes sold in St James in the last 12 months, at a median price of $679,500.
Does 2825 Pine Forest Drive have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,380 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 2825 Pine Forest Drive built?
2011.
Who is the listing broker for 2825 Pine Forest Drive?
St James Properties LLC (MLS #100605846). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 2825 Pine Forest Drive?
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