216 W Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461 – MLS# 100532093
Property Map
Street View
Courtesy of Daniel A Malechuk, Landmark Sotheby’s International Realty
Description
For more than 150 years, The Cape Fear House has stood watch over the waters where the river meets the sea. At the confluence of the Cape Fear River, Atlantic Ocean, and Intracoastal Waterway, The Cape Fear House is a special opportunity to own a piece of history in one of North Carolina’s most picturesque waterfront towns. Built in 1868 by Thomas Mann Thompson Jr.–a successful river pilot and Civil War blockade runner–this stately residence embodies Southport’s maritime legacy.From its double front porches to its original heart pine floors, every detail tells a story. The home is the only residence in Southport to feature both a widow’s walk and a cupola, offering unmatched vantage points over the Cape Fear River, Fort Caswell, and Bald Head Island. With five airy bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, the layout is flexible for family living or hosting guests.*Spanning three parcels and deeded to the waterline with direct beachfront access, the property provides potential for simple living or a compound-style retreat. Lovingly cared for by the same family since 1972 and thoughtfully updated in 2015, the home retains its historic charm while embracing today’s lifestyle. Its cinematic backdrop has been sought after for many film and television productions.The true opportunity at 216 W. Bay Street lies beyond its bricks and beams. Ownership here is more than acquiring a residence–it is becoming the next steward of one of Southport’s most storied waterfront landmarks.The Cape Fear House is more than a home–it’s a story waiting to continue. Contact us today to schedule your private showing of this Southport icon.
HOA Amenities
Property Details and Features
Property Access
- Road Type/Frontage: Paved,Public (City/Cty/St)
Appliances & Equipment
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Electric Oven
- Dryer
Basement
- None
Bathrooms
- 4 total bathrooms
- 3 full bathrooms
- 1 half bathroom
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
Building
- Heated SqFt Range: 4000 – 4499
- 4,020 heated sqft
- Built in 1868
- 2 stories
- 10 rooms
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Porch/Balcony/Deck: Covered,Porch
- Stories/Levels: Two
Cooling
- Central Air
Dining Room
- Dining Room Type: Formal
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: None
- Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding
Fence
- Back Yard
- Metal/Ornamental
- Chain Link
- Brick
Fireplaces
- None
Floors
- Tile
- Wood
Foundation
- Crawl Space
Garage
- 2 attached garage spaces
- 2 garage spaces
- 2 driveway spaces
Water Features
- Electric
Heating
- Forced Air
Interior Features
- Bookcases
- Entrance Foyer
- Mud Room
- High Ceilings
- Furnished
Laundry
- Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Listing
- Listed on 2025-09-22
- Construction Type: Stick Built
- List Price/SqFt: $585
- Terms: Cash,Conventional
Location
- County: Brunswick
- Zip Code: 28461
- Latitude: 33.916832
- Longitude: -78.021335
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
- City Limits: Yes
Lot
- 30,231 sqft lot
- Lot Dimensions: Tract 1&2: 99×193 Tract 3: 102x103x99x113
- 0.69 acres
- Lot Description: Corner Lot
- Lot Water Features: Deeded Beach Access,Deeded Water Rights
Parking
- Garage Faces Side
- Paved
- Off Street
Pool
- None
Possession
- Negotiable
Property
- Zoning: Sp-R-10
- Waterview
- Waterfront
Roof
- Metal
Additional Rooms
- Rooms: Bedroom 2,Master Bedroom,Living Room,Laundry,Kitchen,Dining Room,Den,Bedroom 5,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 3
Schools
- School District: Brunswick County Schools
Taxes
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,724,690
- Property Taxes: $12,535
- City Tax Rate: 3665
- Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Fuel Tank: Fuel Tank