Hunter & Homesteader's Paradise! Welcome to your dream retreat — situated on 10 sprawling acres just two miles outside Burgaw in the peaceful township of St. Helena. This property offers a rare blend of privacy, space, and natural beauty. Whether you're a nature lover, hunter, or hobbyist, this is the place for you. Watch deer, turkey, bear, birds of prey, and more right from your yard. Unwind at the end of the day on any of the three decks and take in the serene sounds of nature and breathtaking Eastern NC sunsets. There's no shortage of space for your toys and hobbies. An oversized two-car garage offers ample storage, plus there's a convenient storage shed and a fully insulated 16x10 hobby shed—complete with air conditioning and a cozy front porch! Inside, the home is warm and inviting, full of potential, and awaiting your personal touch. Conveniently located near downtown Burgaw and just a short drive to Topsail beaches and Wilmington. No HOA, no flood zone—just freedom and fresh air. Bonus: Seller is offering $5,000 use-as-you-choose concession, and a preferred lender is offering a 0.5 percent lender credit!
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
10 acresLot Size
$246Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by High Tide at Point Realty Group Team• Point Realty Group LLC
Listed by Kaitlyn Burnett• Point Realty Group LLC
Bought with Peter Vinal• Peter S Vinal Realty & Associates
Cozy house situated in the desirable St. Helena area. Enjoy 10 acres of privacy and nature. Large rear deck and two car attached garage. Not far from Wilmington and the Town of Burgaw is right down the road. Near all local conveniences.
Hive MLS #30454072
Mar 7, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Sep 10, 2010
Listed
$159,000
$111/sq ft
Hive MLS #30414563
Jul 28, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Mar 20, 2008
Listed
$269,000
$188/sq ft
Hive MLS #30358925
Jul 22, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jan 22, 2006
Listed
$270,000
$189/sq ft
Hive MLS #30339233
Mar 28, 2005
Sold
$165,000
$115/sq ft
Jan 11, 2005
Listed
$179,000
$125/sq ft
Hive MLS #30330006
Aug 13, 2004
Listing Removed
—
May 20, 2004
Listed
$186,000
$130/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$909
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2023
$909 (+11.0%)
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2022
$819
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2021
$819 (+6.3%)
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2020
$770
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2019
$770 (+39.9%)
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2018
$551
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
2017
$551 (+1.4%)
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
2016
$543
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
2015
$543 (+28.7%)
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
2014
$422
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
Tax history for 1850 Highsmith Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$909
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2023
$909 (+11.0%)
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2022
$819
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2021
$819 (+6.3%)
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2020
$770
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2019
$770 (+39.9%)
$64,050 + $33,722
$97,772
2018
$551
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
2017
$551 (+1.4%)
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
2016
$543
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
2015
$543 (+28.7%)
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
2014
$422
$31,590 + $34,941
$66,531
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,304
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pender County
APN
3228-03-6966-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
R-12
Residential Districts
The R-12 Residential District is established as a district in which the principal use of land is for residential purposes and to ensure that residential development served by both community/public water and sewer systems will occur at sufficiently lo densities to maintain a healthful environment. No R-12 district shall be less than twenty-five acres in area. This district may be served by public water and sewer facilities.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, On Site, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Window Features: Window Coverings
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: None
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1431
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 10
Lot Size Dimensions: irreg
Lot Size Area: 10
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 10
Zoning: INCORP
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $909.28
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Water Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Burgaw Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School: Burgaw
High School: Pender
Location Information
Directions: From Hwy 53E, left on N Timberly Ln, left on N Walker St, R on W Wilmington St, R on S Smith St (turns into Highsmith Rd), house is 1.8 miles down on the right
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,304
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: —
County: Pender County
APN: 3228-03-6966-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Carteret County Association of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
Burgaw Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi
2/10
Burgaw Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
3/10
Pender High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
2/10
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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
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Burgaw, NC • 28425
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$335,000 – $405,000
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