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Off Market Aug 2024 for $237K

$261,683

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,231/mo

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1,200

sq ft

139 Ruth Ln, Beaufort, NC 28516

About this home

Welcome to your new home at 139 Ruth Ln, nestled in the charming town of Beaufort. This well-maintained property offers a seamlessly blend of comfort and convenience, making it a perfect sanctuary for anyone looking to enjoy the beauty of North Carolina's coastal lifestyle. Featuring 3 cozy bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home is designed to accommodate both relaxation and entertainment. Step inside to discover a welcoming interior that comes furnished, simplifying your move and helping you settle in quickly. The living spaces are bathed in natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the home. The kitchen, efficient and practical, offers ample space and is ideal for preparing meals and gathering with family and friends. Adjacent to it, the deck provides a delightful outdoor dining area overlooking the fenced backyard - a safe and private space for pets and children to play. Moreover, the property includes a versatile workshop and a convenient carport, enhancing its functionality and appeal. One of the standout features of this home is its proximity to local attractions. Just a short distance away, you can explore the iconic Cape Lookout Lighthouse or launch a boat at Harker's Island Boat Ramp for a day of adventure on the water. The outdoor enthusiast will appreciate the easy access to scenic spots and leisure activities that define the coastal experience. 139 Ruth Ln is more than just a house; it's a home that promises a lifestyle of ease and excitement in one of North Carolina's most beloved coastal towns. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a home full of life's adventures, this property could be the perfect fit for you. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make it yours.

Single-familyProperty Type

1987Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

$218Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Tom Stephenson • Century 21 Coastal Advantage

Bought with Buzz Raines • John Vesco Inc.

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:Hive MLS #100450485

Redfin Estimate

$261,683

$24K since sold in August 2024$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 18.5% lower than the average sale price ($321K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$247,327
A
3 beds2 baths1,296 sq ft
782 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$305,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,326 sq ft
109 Ashley Ln, Beaufort, NC 28516
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$276,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,622 sq ft
200 Thompson Field Cir, Gloucester, NC 28528
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$237,500
D
3 beds2 baths1,664 sq ft
527 Marshallberg Rd, Smyrna, NC 28579
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$300,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,020 sq ft
105 Straits Haven Rd, Beaufort, NC 28516
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$560,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,166 sq ft
413 Pelican Harbor Rd, Beaufort, NC 28516

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$61,578

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$1,804/mo

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Market trends in 28516, NC

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.4%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$498K

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

96d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

16 MoM

New listings for sale

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$950,000
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OPEN TODAY, 9AM TO 11AM
$429,900
3 beds3 baths2,045 sq ft
402 Gillikin Rd, Beaufort, NC 28516
$799,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,440 sq ft
301 Hedrick St, Beaufort, NC 28516
$421,900
3 beds2.5 baths1,579 sq ft
138 Blue Bill Way, Beaufort, NC 28516
$714,500
3 beds2.5 baths2,112 sq ft
153 Gray Duck Dr, Beaufort, NC 28516
$630,000
4 beds3 baths2,612 sq ft
127 Windswept Ln, Beaufort, NC 28516
$575,000
1 bed2 baths1,243 sq ft
805 Mulberry St Unit 113, Beaufort, NC 28516
$535,000
3 beds2 baths1,456 sq ft
157 Jones Gut Dr, Beaufort, NC 28516
$449,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,629 sq ft
240 Great Egret Way, Beaufort, NC 28516
$1,249,000
3 beds3.5 baths2,152 sq ft
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Sale history for 139 Ruth Ln

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Aug 16, 2024

Sold

$238,000

$198/sq ft

Hive MLS #100450485

Aug 16, 2024

Sold

$237,900

$198/sq ft

Jun 28, 2024

Price Changed

$237,900

$198/sq ft

Jun 20, 2024

Listed

$244,900

$204/sq ft

Hive MLS #100193053

Jan 8, 2020

Sold

$98,500

$82/sq ft

Nov 14, 2019

Listed

$109,000

$91/sq ft

Hive MLS #100051437

Aug 21, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Mar 7, 2017

Listed

$99,000

$83/sq ft

Hive MLS #11001167

Dec 31, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Mar 1, 2010

Listed

$99,900

$83/sq ft

Hive MLS #10901945

May 29, 2009

Listing Removed

—

May 1, 2009

Listed

$145,000

$121/sq ft

Hive MLS #10900121

May 1, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Jan 8, 2009

Listed

$145,000

$121/sq ft

Hive MLS #10605141

Jul 20, 2007

Sold

$135,000

$113/sq ft

Sep 11, 2006

Listed

$149,900

$125/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$817 (+55.4%)

$19,735 + $182,811

$202,546

2024

$526 (−12.3%)

$19,735 + $182,811

$202,546

2023

$600 (+5.6%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2022

$568 (+2.9%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2021

$552 (−1.4%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2020

$560 (−6.1%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2019

$597 (+0.8%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2018

$592

$27,751 + $62,806

$90,557

2017

$592 (+1.7%)

$27,751 + $62,806

$90,557

2016

$582 (+5.6%)

$27,751 + $62,806

$90,557

2015

$551 (+46.9%)

$27,751 + $62,806

$90,557

2014

$375

$31,890 + $58,293

$90,183

Tax history for 139 Ruth Ln

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$817 (+55.4%)

$19,735 + $182,811

$202,546

2024

$526 (−12.3%)

$19,735 + $182,811

$202,546

2023

$600 (+5.6%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2022

$568 (+2.9%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2021

$552 (−1.4%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2020

$560 (−6.1%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2019

$597 (+0.8%)

$22,380 + $56,806

$79,186

2018

$592

$27,751 + $62,806

$90,557

2017

$592 (+1.7%)

$27,751 + $62,806

$90,557

2016

$582 (+5.6%)

$27,751 + $62,806

$90,557

2015

$551 (+46.9%)

$27,751 + $62,806

$90,557

2014

$375

$31,890 + $58,293

$90,183

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

219 ft.

Lot size

0.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,200

Year built

1987

Style

Other

County

Carteret County

APN

733701475031000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Covered, Gravel

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Electric, Heat Pump

Interior Features
Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s)
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Water Softener, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave
Flooring: Laminate, Tile

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Fencing: Chain Link, Partial, Back Yard
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1200
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Property Features
Other Structures: Workshop

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 0.5
Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 221 x 100 x 217
Lot Size Area: 0.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.5
Zoning: none

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $599.60

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Association Amenities: None

Schools Information
Elementary School: Harkers Island
Middle Or Junior School: Down East
High School: East Carteret

Location Information
Directions: Hwy 70 East, Right on Harkers Island Road, Right on Ruth Lane
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Carteret County
APN: 733701475031000

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 25, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: Carteret County Association of Realtors

Around this home

Schools

Smyrna Elementary School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

5/10

East Carteret High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

9/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 102° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years

9/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Beaufort, NC • 28516

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Estimated sale price

$249,000 – $301,000

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Home values near 139 Ruth Ln

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
121 Ruth Ln, Beaufort, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1196 Sq. Ft.	$208,511
145 Ruth Ln, Beaufort, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$172,969

Address	Redfin Estimate
144 Ruth Ln, Beaufort, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 939 Sq. Ft.	$200,436
167 Ruth Ln, Beaufort, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$251,990

Address	Redfin Estimate
129 Ruth Ln, Beaufort, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$298,844
126 Ruth Ln, Beaufort, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1064 Sq. Ft.	$177,845

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