About this home
Welcome to 496 Tate Lake Drive in the amenity-rich Boiling Spring Lakes community, featuring NO HOA! Offering the perfect blend of style and function, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout includes a spacious driveway and an inviting 16x9 covered front porch. Inside, the open and airy floor plan is bathed in natural light from numerous windows. The expansive great room boasts a vaulted ceiling, hardwood flooring, a ceiling fan, and a dedicated media nook. It flows seamlessly into the kitchen, which features a breakfast bar, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, recessed and pendant lighting, a pantry, and ample cabinetry with a clever corner lazy Susan. Host elegant dinners in the formal dining room, highlighted by classic wainscoting and hardwood floors. A door leads you out to a versatile 17x12 outdoor living space, featuring a 6-foot covered patio and a 6-foot open deck looking out over a wooded backyard. The primary suite is a private retreat with a vaulted ceiling, carpeting, and a generous walk-in closet. Its en-suite bathroom includes dual sinks, a large walk-in shower, a private water closet with a space-saving pocket door, and tile flooring. Two additional bedrooms feature ceiling fans and carpeting, sharing a beautifully tiled second full bath. Practicality abounds with a functional mudroom just off the 2-car garage--complete with an epoxy floor. A dedicated laundry room features tile flooring and built-in cabinetry for extra storage. Additional upgrades include fresh paint and new carpet (2022), a crawl space with a moisture barrier, and a front and side yard irrigation system. Enjoy close proximity to the Lakes Golf and Country Club, historic downtown Southport's waterfront, area beaches, Wilmington, and Myrtle Beach.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2016
- Lot
- 0.35 acres
- Waterfront
- Boat Ramp
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Community
- Boiling Spring Lakes
- County
- Brunswick
- MLS #
- 100590027
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Entrance Foyer
- Mud Room
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Pantry
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Hardwood
- Electric Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Ice Maker
Outside
- Irrigation System
- Interior Lot
- Level
- Wooded
- Boat Ramp
- Lake Privileges
- Near Golf Course
- Recreation Nearby
- Shopping Nearby
- Sprinklers in Front
- None
Community
- Basketball Court
- Beach Access
- Fitness Center
- Golf Course
- Meeting Room
- Park
- Party Room
- Pickleball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Ramp
- Tennis Court(s)
- Trail(s)
- Water
- Recreation Nearby
- Shopping Nearby
Parking
- Garage Faces Front
- Concrete
- Garage Door Opener
- Paved
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Heat Pump
- Electric
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Schools
- Elementary
- Bolivia
- 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 Boiling Spring Lakes
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 192 Elm Road, Southport | Oct 12, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,293 | $304,500 | $235 |
| 830 Batton Road, Southport | Sep 29, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,574 | $300,000 | $191 |
| 71 Glenwood Drive, Southport | Sep 28, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,737 | $335,000 | $193 |
| 306 Fifty Lakes Drive, Southport | Sep 18, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,554 | $275,000 | $177 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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About 496 Tate Lake Drive
496 Tate Lake Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,641 square feet, built in 2016, on 0.35 acres in Boiling Spring Lakes, Southport, Brunswick County, NC 28461.
At $379,900, it's 22% below the median asking price ($487,000) of the 196 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Southport today.
That's about $232 per square foot, compared with a Southport median asking price of $255 per square foot.
36 other homes are for sale in Boiling Spring Lakes right now (median asking $338,700); 111 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $305,000, typically in about 80 days.
Across ZIP 28461, 549 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $428,000.
It has been on the market for 93 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 496 Tate Lake Drive
How much is 496 Tate Lake Drive?
496 Tate Lake Drive is listed at $379,900 (about $232 per square foot) as of October 20, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 496 Tate Lake Drive have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,641 square feet.
What neighborhood is 496 Tate Lake Drive in?
Boiling Spring Lakes, in Southport, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
How long has 496 Tate Lake Drive been on the market?
93 days. Homes in Boiling Spring Lakes sold after a median of 80 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Boiling Spring Lakes?
111 homes sold in Boiling Spring Lakes in the last 12 months, at a median price of $305,000.
When was 496 Tate Lake Drive built?
2016.
Who is the listing broker for 496 Tate Lake Drive?
Daniel Lloyd and Associates LLC (MLS #100590027). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 496 Tate Lake Drive?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.