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About this home
Welcome to 3398 St James Drive, a 3-bedroom(plus bonus room), 2-bath home in the gated community of St. James Plantation. Purchased from the builder and owned by the same family ever since, this home has been carefully maintained over the years, with repairs and updates always done the right way. The major systems have been looked after, so the next owner can move in with confidence. The roof was replaced in the summer of 2026, the HVAC was updated in 2023, and the water heater in 2022. The encapsulated crawlspace includes a dehumidifier that has been serviced every six months, and the termite bond is active. Inside, real hardwood floors and high ceilings give the open living area a bright, spacious feel. The primary suite includes a sitting nook, a quiet spot to read or unwind. Upstairs, a finished room over the garage offers flexibility for guests, a home office or extra bedroom, with room for visiting family to spread out. Doors off that room open to additional storage space in the eaves. All bathrooms are tiled. Outside, a covered porch wraps across the front of the home, and the fully screened back porch overlooks the creek. It's a peaceful spot for a quiet morning coffee. The gate and main road are close by, which keeps everyday trips easy. Life in St. James brings a full-service marina, waterfront dining at Beacon 315 Restaurant & Tiki Bar, a boutique pharmacy and several parks,trails all within the gates. Optional club memberships open the door to 81 holes of golf, pools, fitness centers, tennis, pickleball and croquet. It's a comfortable, well-cared-for home in a community built around coastal living and relaxing.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1998
- Lot
- 0.36 acres
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $1,400 / annually
- Community
- St James
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $232
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $1,697 / year (2026)
- Listed
- Oct 15, 2026
- MLS #
- 100610535
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- High Ceilings
- Mud Room
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Pantry
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Tile
- Hardwood
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
Outside
- Irrigation System
- Near Golf Course
- Creek
- Creek/Stream
Community
- Beach Access
- Beach Rights
- Clubhouse
- Comm Garden
- Community Pool
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Gated
- Golf Course
- Jogging Path
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Maintenance Grounds
- Maintenance Roads
- Management
- Pickleball
- Picnic Area
Parking
- Garage Faces Front
- Garage Door Opener
- Paved
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Fireplace(s)
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Directions to 3398 St James Drive SE
Main entrance, St James Drive, second eyebrow on the 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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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3185 Wexford Way, Southport | Oct 19, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 2,604 | $515,000 | $198 |
| 3894 Hearndon Lane, Southport | Oct 6, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 2,607 | $1,110,000 | $426 |
| 2813 Inverness Circle SE, Southport | Sep 30, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 2,600 | $679,000 | $261 |
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Our take on 3398 St James Drive SE
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 property in the St James community of Southport has 2,094 square feet, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. The primary suite is on the main level, with a walk-in closet and walk-in shower. High ceilings, a fireplace, a mud room, and a pantry add to the main living areas. The kitchen has an electric cooktop and oven, a built-in microwave, and a dishwasher. Hardwood, tile, and carpet appear throughout the interior.
The property was built in 1998 and sits on a 0.36-acre lot near the golf course, with creek frontage and creek views. Outside, there is an irrigation system and a two-car garage facing the front, with paved parking. Heating and cooling come from a heat pump with central air. The community association fee of $1,400 per year supports shared amenities that include a clubhouse, a community pool, a fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, walking trails, and beach access.
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About 3398 St James Drive SE
3398 St James Drive SE is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 2,094 square feet, built in 1998, on 0.36 acres in St James, Southport, Brunswick County, NC 28461.
108 other homes are for sale in St James right now (median asking $699,450); 246 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $679,500, typically in about 86 days.
Across ZIP 28461, 551 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $431,500.
It has been on the market for 13 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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What's my home worth? →Questions about 3398 St James Drive SE
How much is 3398 St James Drive SE?
3398 St James Drive SE is listed at $485,000 (about $232 per square foot) as of October 28, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 3398 St James Drive SE have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 2,094 square feet.
What neighborhood is 3398 St James Drive SE in?
St James, in Southport, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
How long has 3398 St James Drive SE been on the market?
13 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.
Is 3398 St James Drive SE waterfront?
Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.
Does 3398 St James Drive SE have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,400 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 3398 St James Drive SE built?
1998.
Who is the listing broker for 3398 St James Drive SE?
Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington (MLS #100610535). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 3398 St James Drive SE?
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