1023 1st Street, Surf City, NC 28445
$1,064,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
3
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
1,440
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
6,534
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$1,064,000
List Date:
6/25/2026
Last Modified:
9/24/2026
Overview
Description
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Your dream waterfront retreat on Topsail Island is here. This beautifully maintained canal-front home showcases the best of coastal living, offering stunning sunset views, direct water access, and multiple outdoor spaces designed for effortless relaxation. Perfectly positioned on a deep canal, the property includes a boat lift and generous outdoor living areas ideal for year-round enjoyment. Surf City rests on a 23-mile barrier island celebrated for its natural beauty, laid-back atmosphere, and endless recreation.
Inside, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus a waterside shop with a half bath located beneath the house--perfect for storing gear, tackling projects, or accommodating guests. The interior has been thoughtfully updated with an extensive list of 2026 improvements, creating a fresh, modern coastal aesthetic:
2026 Improvements
Wall removed between kitchen and living room to create a true open-concept layout
Popcorn ceilings removed throughout
Shiplap ceiling with center beam and recessed lighting added in living room and kitchen
Kitchen upgrades:
Large island seating six, designed for cooking, gathering, and entertaining
New 6-burner gas range with convection and air-fry oven
Over-range microwave removed and replaced with a powerful exterior-vented hood
New microwave installed in the island
Granite countertops
All-new soft-close cabinets, drawers, and pantry storage
Pantry cabinets include pull-out shelves with power outlets
Dedicated spice cabinet
Tiled backsplash
Primary bathroom upgrades:
New soft-close vanity with quartz top
Tub removed and replaced with a custom tiled shower with glass door
New lighting, fixtures, and mirrors
Pocket door from laundry room removed and closed in
Guest bathroom upgrades:
New soft-close vanity with quartz top
New lighting, fixtures, and mirrors
New ceiling fans in primary bedroom and living room
Beadboard chair rail replaced with a clean, modern finish
Premium LVP flooring installed throughout, replacing carpet and older LVP
All light switches and plates replaced with matching white finishes
Fresh Sherwin-Williams paint throughout
Beyond the interior, the home includes valuable system upgrades such as a propane tankless water heater, propane heating, thermal doors, LED lighting, a security system, and a generator for added peace of mind.
Outdoor enhancements continue the theme of quality and care: a cargo lift, metal roof, storm shutters, composite decking and walkway, vinyl railings, irrigation system, fenced yard, and a fully wired shop with custom shelving and double doors. Enjoy the screened-in deck or the covered lower-level spaces as you unwind after a day on the water, taking in the salty breeze and spectacular sunsets.
The neighborhood offers a peaceful blend of full-time residents and occasional weekend homeowners, resulting in minimal noise and traffic--even during peak season. Water pressure has remained consistently strong, and surrounding homes are lightly used, contributing to a quiet, relaxed environment.
This property has been exceptionally cared for and offers a rare combination of location, upgrades, and waterfront lifestyle. A solid, well-maintained coastal home with features seldom found together. Don't miss your opportunity to own this Topsail Island paradise.Your dream waterfront retreat on Topsail Island has arrived. This beautifully maintained beach house captures the very best of coastal living, offering breathtaking sunset views, direct canal access, and multiple outdoor spaces designed for relaxation.
Perfectly positioned on a deep waterfront canal, the property includes a boat lift and generous outdoor living areas for year-round enjoyment. Surf City sits on a 23-mile barrier island known for its natural beauty, relaxed atmosphere, and endless recreation.
Inside, the home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus a waterside shop with a half bath located un
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Listing Details MLS# 100584283
Contract Info
- Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- Construction Type
- Stick Built
- Delayed Marketing?
- No
- Marketing Start Date
- 2026-06-25
- Listing Price
- 1064000
- List Price/SqFt
- 738.89
- Stipulation of Sale
- Standard
Location Information
- Street #
- 1023
- Street Name
- 1st
- Street Suffix
- Street
- County
- Onslow
- State/Province
- NC
- Zip Code
- 28445
- City Limits
- Yes
- Marketing City
- Surf City
- Subdivision
- Old Settlers Beach
- Secondary Subdivision
- N/A
Remarks and Showing
- Directions to Property
- From Surf City high-rise bridge take the 2nd exit onto N. New River Dr. Go north 2 miles and turn left onto 1st Street. Head west and home is on your left.
- Sign on Property
- Yes
Property Exterior Info
- New Construction
- No
- Lot Acres
- 0.15
- Lot SqFt
- 6534
- Lot Dimensions
- irregular
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Waterview
- Yes
- Horses Y/N
- No
- Location Type
- Island
Property Interior Info
- SqFt - Heated (Primary)
- 1440
- Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate)
- 1440
- # Rooms
- 6
- # Baths - Full
- 2
- # Baths - Half
- Yes
- # Baths - Total
- 3
- # Bedrooms
- 3
- Master Bedroom Level
- Primary Living Area
- Stories Total
- Yes
- Fireplace Y/N
- No
Legal Taxes
- Year Built
- 1992
More Information
Fuel Tank
- Above or Below Ground
- Above Ground
- Fuel Type
- Propane
- In Use
- Yes
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Lessor Name and Contact
- Blossman Gas
Entry Level Information
- Entry Level
- Yes
Current Service Providers
- Electric Provider
- Jones-Onslow EMC
- Fuel Vendor Provider
- Blossman Gas
- Internet Service Provider(s)
- Brightspeed Fiber
- Sewer Provider
- Surf City
- Trash Provider
- Surf City
- Water Provider
- Surf City
Property Features
Frontage Type:
Canal Front; ICW Front
Handicap Accessible:
Elevator
View Type:
Canal; ICW View; Marsh View; Sound View; Water
Attic:
Floored; Floored - Partial; Stairs - Pull Down
Basement:
None
Construction:
Wood Frame
Unit Type:
3 Bedroom
Architectural Style:
Raised Ranch
Exterior Features:
Irrigation System; Outdoor Shower; Shutters - Board/Hurricane; Storm Doors; Thermal Doors
Exterior Finish:
Vinyl Siding
Fencing:
Back Yard; Chain Link; Front Yard; Partial
Foundation:
Pilings
Fuel Tank:
Fuel Tank
Green Bldg Features:
Energy Star Appl; LED Lighting; Prog Thermostats; Tankless Water Heater
Parking Features:
Attached; Covered; Lighted; Off Street; On Site; Paved
Patio and Porch Features:
Covered; Deck; Enclosed; Patio; Porch; Rear Porch; Screened; Wrap Around
Pool Features:
None
Roof:
Metal
Levels:
Two
Trash Collection:
City Pick-UP
Lot Features:
Dead End
Lot Water Features:
Boat Dock; Boat Lift; Deeded Waterfront; Navigable Water; Water Depth 4+
Cooling:
Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air; Heat Pump
Heating:
Heat Pump
Heating System Fuel Source:
Propane
Water Heater:
Propane; Tankless
Utilities:
Sewer Connected; Water Connected
Sewer:
Municipal Sewer
Water Source:
Municipal Water
Flooring:
Carpet; LVT/LVP
Furnished:
Unfurnished
Interior Features:
Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Elevator; High Ceilings; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s); Whole-Home Generator
Window Features:
Skylight(s); Storm Window(s)
Security Features:
Security Lights; Smoke Detector(s)
Laundry Features:
Laundry Room
Heated SqFt:
1400 - 1599
Dining Room Type:
Combination
Other Structures:
Bathhouse; Covered Area; Storage; Workshop
HOA and Neigh Amenities:
Waterfront Community; No Amenities
Rooms:
Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Living Room; Master Bedroom
Terms:
Cash; Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan
Room Information
| Room Name |
|---|
| Master Bedroom |
| Bedroom 2 |
| Bedroom 3 |
| Bathroom 1 |
| Bathroom 2 |
| Living Room |
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Listing Office:
REAL Broker LLC
Last Updated: September - 24 - 2026
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