Nestled among mature trees at a wide place in the Brunswick River is a one-of-a-kind custom-built coastal home perched on one of the highest spots in Brunswick County. If a boating lifestyle is what you have dreamed of or just rocking in the screen porch watching boats float by, this home is for you! From gorgeous sunrises under the live oaks to a dock with boat lift, with plush landscaping including fruit trees and custom garden beds, this home on almost one acre is perfect for you! Hop on your boat for a ten-minute cruise to a dockside dinner in Wilmington or just a twenty-minute boat ride to the Intracoastal Waterway. Downtown Wilmington is an eight to ten minute drive, with Carolina and Wrightsville beaches, or even Southport only twenty to twenty-five minutes away. If you crave a little exercise, try paddle boarding, jump on a jet ski or go kayaking dockside on the widest stretch of the Brunswick River. The expansive outdoor space easily flows into the freshly renovated living area with custom built-ins and soaring ceilings. Attention to detail throughout enhances the homey atmosphere. Most rooms have unique views to enjoy and your guests will never want to leave. Featuring a breakfast room and formal dining room, the chef will love the NEW kitchen with state-of-the-art Kitchen Aid appliances and plenty of prep space. The first floor boasts two masters with private en suites. The home office is convenient to both first and second floors. Upstairs features three guest rooms, two full baths and a huge bonus room. The walk in attic could be finished off for an in-home theatre or home gym. Rice Hope Community is conveniently located minutes to downtown Wilmington and area beaches. Nothing compares. ..
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
0.87 acresLot Size
$339Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer Farmer• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Bought with Sarah Harris Team• Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Only 12 homeowners are lucky enough to call Rice Hope Run home. This is your rare opportunity. Enjoy the luxury of keeping your boat on a boat lift, right out your back door. Situated on . 87 acres, above the flood zone, this stately, custom built home offers beautiful views of the Brunswick River. The professionally landscaped yard showcases half century old oak trees draped in Spanish moss and incorporates a circular drive making coming and going a breeze. Inside you'll find hardwood floors throughout, with the exception of the tiled floors in the kitchen, sunroom, and baths and the carpeted entertainment room. The kitchen features a center island, gas cook top, granite counters, eat-in breakfast area, butler's pantry, as well as a walk-in pantry. The first floor master suite
Hive MLS #20683589
Nov 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
May 28, 2014
Listed
$850,000
$187/sq ft
Hive MLS #30499673
Jun 2, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Dec 13, 2013
Listed
$850,000
$187/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 2000
Sold
$265,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,755 (+4.1%)
$253,000 + $1,120,000
$1,373,000
2025
$7,453 (+18.1%)
$253,000 + $1,120,000
$1,373,000
2024
$6,312
$253,000 + $1,058,540
$1,311,540
2023
$6,312 (+9.5%)
$253,000 + $966,510
$1,219,510
2022
$5,766 (+4.6%)
$253,000 + $966,510
$1,219,510
2021
$5,513
$231,000 + $613,040
$844,040
2020
$5,513 (+1.1%)
$231,000 + $613,040
$844,040
2019
$5,453 (+6.6%)
$231,000 + $613,040
$844,040
2018
$5,117
$231,000 + $613,040
$844,040
2017
$5,117 (+2.0%)
$231,000 + $572,040
$803,040
2016
$5,017 (+3.6%)
$231,000 + $572,040
$803,040
2015
$4,843 (+42.1%)
$231,000 + $572,040
$803,040
2014
$3,409
$126,000 + $463,139
$589,139
Tax history for 120 Rice Hope
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,755 (+4.1%)
$253,000 + $1,120,000
$1,373,000
2025
$7,453 (+18.1%)
$253,000 + $1,120,000
$1,373,000
2024
$6,312
$253,000 + $1,058,540
$1,311,540
2023
$6,312 (+9.5%)
$253,000 + $966,510
$1,219,510
2022
$5,766 (+4.6%)
$253,000 + $966,510
$1,219,510
2021
$5,513
$231,000 + $613,040
$844,040
2020
$5,513 (+1.1%)
$231,000 + $613,040
$844,040
2019
$5,453 (+6.6%)
$231,000 + $613,040
$844,040
2018
$5,117
$231,000 + $613,040
$844,040
2017
$5,117 (+2.0%)
$231,000 + $572,040
$803,040
2016
$5,017 (+3.6%)
$231,000 + $572,040
$803,040
2015
$4,843 (+42.1%)
$231,000 + $572,040
$803,040
2014
$3,409
$126,000 + $463,139
$589,139
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.87 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
5,362
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Brunswick County
APN
048CD005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 28, 2026.
R10
Residential District
This district is defined as medium to high-density single family residential areas and additional open areas where similar single-family residential development will be a viable land use. The uses permitted in this district are designed to stabilize and protect the essential character of the area and prohibit all activities of a commercial nature except certain home occupations controlled by specific limitations.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: On Site, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Master Downstairs, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Pantry
Window Features: Skylight(s), Shutters
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Wood
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 13
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Basement Details: None, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock, Boat Slip
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: Invisible
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 4546
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick
Has Home Warranty
Property Features
On Waterfront
Has View
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
Frontage Type: River
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 0.87
Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
Lot Size Area: 0.87
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.87
Zoning: R10
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,513.23
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Taxes
Association Fee: $870
Schools Information
Elementary School: Belville
Middle Or Junior School: Leland
High School District: Brunswick County Schools
High School: North Brunswick
Location Information
Directions: From downtown take Cape Fear or Isabella Holmes bridge towards Leland, take 1st Exit NC 133 S towards Southport/Oak Island, left onto NC 133 S/Village Rd. follow for 1.4 miles to left onto Rice Hope Run, home is on the left.
Subdivision Name: Rice Hope
Community Information
Community Features: Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,362
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Brunswick County
APN: 048CD005
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Belville Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Leland Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
3/10
North Brunswick High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.46M – $1.77M
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