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About this home
Discover the Potential in Boiling Spring Lakes! This jewel of the nile is a real gem! With a little love and TLC, this home has the potential to become your perfect retreat! Nestled in the peaceful community of Boiling Spring Lakes, this property offers an opportunity to make it your own while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle surrounded by nature and recreation. The community offers an 18-hole golf course, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, a community center with a workout room, a three-mile nature conservancy walking trail, and scenic lakefront picnic areas. Conveniently located just minutes from historic Southport, the beautiful beaches of Oak Island, and a short drive to Wilmington, this location offers the perfect balance of tranquility, outdoor activities, and coastal convenience. Whether you're looking for a place to call home, a weekend getaway, or an investment opportunity, bring your vision and creativity to make this property your own!
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2007
- Lot
- 0.24 acres
- Community
- Boiling Spring Lakes
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $217
- Stories
- 1
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle, Composition
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $1,486 / year (2026)
- Listed
- Oct 19, 2026
- MLS #
- 100611187
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Laminate
- Vinyl
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Outside
- None
- Level
- Cleared
Community
- Basketball Court
- Fitness Center
- Golf Course
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Trail(s)
Parking
- Off Street
- Paved
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Directions to 285 Walnut Road
E. BSL Rd . - Redwood to Walnut
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 S Shelby Road, Southport | Nov 5, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,278 | $265,000 | $207 |
| 280 Crystal Road, Southport | Oct 30, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,201 | $259,900 | $216 |
| 293 Cherry Road, Southport | Oct 23, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 903 | $235,000 | $260 |
| 192 Elm Road, Southport | Oct 12, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,293 | $304,500 | $235 |
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 285 Walnut Road
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 single-story property sits on a level, cleared 0.24-acre lot in the Boiling Spring Lakes community near Southport. Built in 2007, it offers 1,054 square feet with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and the primary suite is on the main level. Ceiling fans run through the interior, and the floors are laminate and vinyl. A covered front porch with white railings and brick steps leads to a red front door. The kitchen includes a built-in microwave and dishwasher.
Outside, a wood fence runs along one side of the yard, and a rear entry with steps opens onto the backyard. Parking is off-street and paved. Heating and cooling come from an electric heat pump with central air, and the property is served by public utilities. Community amenities include a basketball court, fitness center, golf course, picnic area, playground, and walking trails.
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About 285 Walnut Road
285 Walnut Road is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,054 square feet, built in 2007, on 0.24 acres in Boiling Spring Lakes, Southport, Brunswick County, NC 28461.
At $229,000, it's 52% below the median asking price ($479,000) of the 181 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Southport today.
That's about $217 per square foot, compared with a Southport median asking price of $254 per square foot.
32 other homes are for sale in Boiling Spring Lakes right now (median asking $327,450); 105 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $305,000, typically in about 83 days.
Across ZIP 28461, 550 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $438,500.
It has been on the market for 23 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 285 Walnut Road
How much is 285 Walnut Road?
285 Walnut Road is listed at $229,000 (about $217 per square foot) as of November 11, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 285 Walnut Road have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,054 square feet.
What neighborhood is 285 Walnut Road in?
Boiling Spring Lakes, in Southport, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
How long has 285 Walnut Road been on the market?
23 days. Homes in Boiling Spring Lakes sold after a median of 83 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Boiling Spring Lakes?
105 homes sold in Boiling Spring Lakes in the last 12 months, at a median price of $305,000.
When was 285 Walnut Road built?
2007.
Who is the listing broker for 285 Walnut Road?
Vylla Home (MLS #100611187). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 285 Walnut Road?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.