2549 Hillsborough Drive, Southport, NC 28461
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Jeff Keller Realty
Listed by: natalie and howie team
Office: discover nc homes
MLS#:100600371
Source:NC_CCAR
Price summary
- Price:$899,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$343.92
About this home
Welcome to 2549 Hillsborough Drive, a beautifully appointed Hagood Homes Point Harbor design situated on a private pond homesite in the Woodlands neighborhood of St. James. Thoughtfully designed with extensive upgrades from the very beginning and further enhanced by the owners, this home combines quality construction, flexible living spaces, beautiful pond views and exceptional privacy.
The open main level features a vaulted great room with custom built-in cabinetry, hardwood flooring and a spacious kitchen with painted cabinetry, granite countertops, tile backsplash, upgraded lighting and a GE Café dual-fuel range. The conditioned Carolina Room is a standout year-round living space with a cathedral ceiling and beadboard ceiling, all overlooking the tranquil pond.
The first floor offers excellent functionality with a spacious primary suite, two additional bedrooms, another full bathroom and a convenient half bath located near the foyer and pantry. The primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, bay window and well-appointed bath. Upstairs, a spacious family room, bedroom and full bathroom create a private retreat for guests, along with abundant additional storage.
The home was extensively customized during construction with upgraded cabinetry, flooring, lighting, electrical, plumbing, tile, built-ins and numerous architectural enhancements. Energy-efficient features include 2x6 exterior walls, R-19 insulation, a variable-speed HVAC system with four climate zones and TechShield radiant-barrier roof sheathing.
Additional owner enhancements include an Aquasana OptimH2O whole-home water filtration and UV purification system, upgraded 250-gallon buried propane tank, polyaspartic garage floor, custom roller shades and an expanded garage area providing flexible space for a workshop or workstation.
Outdoor living is equally inviting with an expanded aggregate patio, custom seat wall, fire pit, low-voltage lighting incorporated into the seat wall and gas connection for grilling, all positioned to take advantage of the serene pond backdrop and private setting. An attractive aggregate granite driveway adds to the home's curb appeal.
Professionally enhanced landscaping includes ornamental Japanese maples, a Red Maple, Muhly grasses and mature plantings that complement the natural surroundings.
Enjoy the St. James lifestyle with scenic parks, miles of walking and biking trails, dog parks, an amphitheater with outdoor concerts, beach access, marina amenities and communal boat dock access. Optional Club membership is available separately and offers championship golf, additional pools, fitness centers, dining, tennis, pickleball, croquet and more. Club amenities are not included with POA ownership alone....
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Home facts
- Year built:2017
- Subdivision & Development:St James
- Listing ID #:100600371
- Added:13 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 15, 2026 at 10:37 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:9
- Flooring:Carpet
- Dining Description:Eat-in Kitchen
- Bathrooms Description:Walk-in Shower
- Kitchen Description:Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Bedroom Description:Master Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Living area:2,614 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Heating
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Architectural Shingle
- Year built:2017
- Building area:2,614 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.32 Acres
- Construction Materials:Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Exterior Features:Patio
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:South Brunswick
- Middle school:South Brunswick
- Elementary school:Virginia Williamson
Utilities
- Water:County Water, Water Connected
- Sewer:Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$899,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$343.92
Features and amenities
- Amenities:Beach Access, Blinds/Shades, Boat Dock, Ceiling Fan(s), Clubhouse, Community Pool, Dog Park, Exercise Course, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Course, Marina, Park, Pickleball, Picnic Area, Playground, RV/Boat Storage, Restaurant, Security, Solid Surface, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Pool features:Community Pool
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Paved
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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