3898 Fairhaven Drive, Southport, NC 28461

$910,000

Located in The Reserve at St. James Plantation, this former builder's model is thoughtfully positioned on nearly a half-acre homesite with a peaceful pond view in the distance. Fairhaven Drive is a private cul-de-sac street known for its attractive streetscape and well-appointed homes. Meticulously maintained, the property offers immediate peace… Read More of mind with a new roof and HVAC systems replaced in 2024. Impressive design features include 10-foot ceilings throughout, oversized 6-foot windows topped with transoms that allow plenty of natural light, tiled tub/shower surrounds, and a floor plan that is perfect for one-story living and entertaining. The inviting rocking chair front porch welcomes you inside to a bright, open interior where the scale of the great room and immediate sightlines to the rear living spaces set the tone for the home. As you enter, a wide foyer leads you into the main living space, with a formal dining room positioned to the right and a dedicated study or den to the left with its own full bathroom. The great room features a cathedral ceiling, custom built-ins, surround sound ceiling speakers, and a fireplace that anchor the room while maintaining an open connection to the kitchen and breakfast area. The kitchen offers a semi-open feel while still maintaining connectivity to the oversized breakfast area and main living space. Features include granite countertops, a gas cooktop, true vented hood, double wall oven, wine fridge, and extensive cabinetry with built in wine cabinet. The breakfast area where walls of windows bring in natural light and provide a comfortable space to relax and take in the pond and nature views. Enjoy the sunshine and mild Carolina weather from the rear deck overlooking the backyard. The split bedroom layout provides both comfort and separation. The primary suite offers a true retreat with a deep tray ceiling, generous natural light, and excellent privacy from the guest bedrooms. The primary bathroom is spacious, offering dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, and private water closet. The secondary bedrooms are well positioned on the opposite side of the home, offering privacy and comfortable separation. Each room is generously sized with good natural light, including a larger rear bedroom that overlooks the backyard. These rooms are served by a well-designed shared bathroom with a functional layout and clean finishes. Upstairs, a large bonus suite with built-in bench seating and a full bath creates an ideal private space for guests, hobbies, or additional living. There is no lack of storage with a dedicated laundry room, oversized 2 car garage, attic storage, and plenty of closet space. Additional highlights include hardwood flooring through the main living areas, surround sound, a dehumidification system with adjustable controls located in the pantry. If you are searching for a well-built home in the Reserve neighborhood of St. James Plantaiton you have found it! Read Less

Courtesy of Nolan K Formalarie, Discover NC Homes

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

May 2, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

3,210

Lot Size

0.48 Acres

Year Built

2006

MLS Number

100570851

30 Days Snapshot Of 28461

$590k

-7%

(avg) sold price

-18%

homes sold

147

+2%

(avg) days on market

Snapshot

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Additional Details

Property Access

Road frontage type: "Private Road", "Maintained", "Paved", Road surface type: "Paved"

Appliances & Equipment

"Gas Cooktop", "Built-In Microwave", "Washer", "Humidifier", "Dryer", "Double Oven", "Dishwasher"

Basement

"Crawl Space2"

Building

Built in 2006, Construction materials: "Composition", "Brick", "Wood Frame", Levels: "One and One Half", Living area units: Square Feet, 2 total stories, Structure type: "Wood Frame", "Stick Built", Toal building area: 3210

Cooling

"Central Air", "Heat Pump"

Fence

"None"

Floors

"Carpet", "Tile", "Wood"

Heating

"Propane", "Heat Pump", "Electric"

Home Owner's Association

Association fee: $1,380, Association amenities: "Waterfront Community", "Beach Access", "Clubhouse", "Community Pool", "Dog Park", "Gated", "Indoor Pool", "Maintenance Common Areas", "Maintenance Roads", "Marina", "Park", "Picnic Area", "Playground", "Restaurant", "Security", "Sidewalks", "Street Lights", "Trail(s)"

Interior Features

"Master Downstairs", "Walk-in Closet(s)", "Tray Ceiling(s)", "High Ceilings", "Entrance Foyer", "Bookcases", "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Walk-in Shower", "Blinds/Shades", "Eat-in Kitchen", "Walk-In Closet(s)"

Laundry

"Laundry Room"

Lot

0.48 acres, 20,735 sqft, "Landscaped"

Parking

2 total parkings, "Aggregate"

Property

Frontage type: "Pond Front", Patio and porch features: "Covered", "Deck", "Porch", Zoning: Sj-Epud, "Pond"

Roof

"Shingle"

Taxes

Year: 2025

Utilities

"Sewer Connected", "Water Connected"

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