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About this home
NEED MORE ROOM? THIS HOUSE HAS IT! Over 3,650 sq ft, 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a huge bonus/media room, fenced backyard AND an available 6.25% VA assumable loan--and you do NOT have to be a Veteran to assume it! Call the Listing Agent for qualification and loan details. This Rivermist home is an exceptional opportunity for the buyer who needs space for everyone without sacrificing location or neighborhood amenities. The floor plan offers flexibility for today's lifestyles. A main-level bedroom with walk-in closet and full bath is ideal for parents, extended family, older children or guests. Upstairs are four more bedrooms--each with its own walk-in closet--plus a 20' x 16' bonus/media room with closet. Create a theater, game room, home office, homeschool space, fitness room or additional sleeping area. The oversized kitchen was made for a busy household with granite countertops, stainless appliances, decorative backsplash and a tremendous pantry. It opens to the spacious family room with gas fireplace, giving everyone room to gather. The owner's suite delivers even more space with a soaking tub, tiled shower and an incredible 12' x 12' walk-in closet. And STORAGE? This home has it! Four additional closets, large attic, built-in garage loft storage, oversized pantry, walk-in closets in every bedroom and a mudroom with custom cubbies. Outside, enjoy a screened porch overlooking the large fenced backyard and peaceful natural area. There's already a fire pit, playset, outdoor shower, storage building and 8-zone irrigation system. Major improvements include a 2021 roof and 2023 HVAC, plus dual-zone heat pumps with Nest thermostats and two hot water heaters. Rivermist offers a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, playground and sidewalks--all just minutes from Historic Southport and Oak Island beaches. If you've been trying to fit your life into houses that are simply too small, stop compromising.....this home gives you the space, flexibility and storage you've been looking for. Call Us Today for a Showing!
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2009
- Lot
- 0.31 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $1,200 / annually
- Community
- Rivermist at Dutchma
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $169
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Stone, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle, Composition
- Foundation
- Slab
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $3,901 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Aug 11, 2026
- MLS #
- 100591857
Features
Inside
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- High Ceilings
- Mud Room
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- Gas Log
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
- Wood
- Built-In Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Range
- Disposal
Outside
- Outdoor Shower
- Irrigation System
- Cul-De-Sac
- None
Community
- Clubhouse
- Community Pool
- Fitness Center
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Maintenance Grounds
- Pickleball
- Playground
- Sidewalks
- Tennis Court(s)
Parking
- Garage Faces Front
- Attached
- Concrete
- Garage Door Opener
Heating & cooling
- Propane
- Heat Pump
- Fireplace(s)
- Electric
- Zoned
- Central Air
Directions to 5010 Portside Drive
From Hwy. 211, take J. Swain Blvd.; turn right onto Windward Way, stay straight on Winward Way, turn left onto Portside Drive - home is at the end of cul-de-sac.
Schools
- Elementary
- Southport
- 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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About 5010 Portside Drive
5010 Portside Drive is a 5-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 3,652 square feet, built in 2009, on 0.31 acres in Rivermist at Dutchma, Southport, Brunswick County, NC 28461.
At $619,000, it's 48% below the median asking price ($1,194,500) of the 14 other 5-bedroom listings for sale in Southport today.
That's about $169 per square foot, compared with a Southport median asking price of $251 per square foot.
9 other homes are for sale in Rivermist at Dutchma right now (median asking $440,000); 17 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $365,000, typically in about 57 days.
Across ZIP 28461, 34 5-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $1,600,000.
It has been on the market for 77 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 5010 Portside Drive
How much is 5010 Portside Drive?
5010 Portside Drive is listed at $619,000 (about $169 per square foot) as of October 27, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 5010 Portside Drive have?
5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 3,652 square feet.
What neighborhood is 5010 Portside Drive in?
Rivermist at Dutchma, in Southport, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
How long has 5010 Portside Drive been on the market?
77 days. Homes in Rivermist at Dutchma sold after a median of 57 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Rivermist at Dutchma?
17 homes sold in Rivermist at Dutchma in the last 12 months, at a median price of $365,000.
Does 5010 Portside Drive have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,200 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 5010 Portside Drive built?
2009.
Who is the listing broker for 5010 Portside Drive?
Southport Realty, Inc. (MLS #100591857). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 5010 Portside Drive?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.