Come see this architectural gem located in the highly desired, wooded and private, neighborhood of Pelican Reef in northern Hampstead. Expansive ceilings throughout, spectacular foyer and stairway, 4 bedrooms and 3 and a half bathrooms are just the start of this opportunity. The home features both a Primary Master and another en-suite bedroom on opposite sides of the 1st floor. The master bathroom has two separate basin areas, a jetted tub, a glass and tile shower, and a large walk-in closet. The kitchen is large enough for the chef and several helpers with a walk-in pantry, coffee bar area, large island, and bar area finished with a wine glass rack. The home displays extremely large vertical windows, filling the space with the feeling of outdoors, expansive space, and natural lighting. Upstairs you will find a library nook at the top of the stairs, an additional two bedrooms, a large full bathroom, and a very spacious bonus room with a walk-in door to a large attic storage area. The home features a large 3 car garage with plenty of built in storage. A beautiful gazebo built into the huge deck that features space for all kinds of outdoor activities and entertaining. There's even additional storage and workshop space in the outdoor shed. The grounds are well planned and provide for a charming and large southern yard and landscaping. The Pelican Reef subdivision is a gated community featuring several ponds, a large clubhouse available for homeowner use/meetings/entertaining/gatherings, a community pool and playground, a community dock, canoe and kayak launch and storage area, historical markers, boat and RV parking, and has some of the area's only clay tennis courts available to play with a tennis membership. Pelican Reef is located in northern Hampstead, away from the hustle and bustle, about halfway between Wilmington and Jacksonville and just minutes to Surf City and Topsail Area Beaches.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$193Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Coastal Dreams Real Estate Team• Century 21 Coastal Advantage
Listed by Scott Erickson• Century 21 Coastal Advantage
Bought with Streamline Realty Team• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Hampstead
Bought with Matt Jones• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Hampstead
Beautiful home that was custom built top to bottom and is located in the sought after gated community of Pelican Reef. The home is loaded with hardwoods, granite and stainless appiances in the kitchen, corian counters and tile in the baths. The kitchen is a cooks dream with tons of cabinet space and counters galore. The master bath is to die for with a large garden tub and tiled shower, large master with access to the back deck. The living room is dramatic with its cathedral ceilings, brick fireplace and archways. Enjoy quiet time in the sunroom with tons of natural light and access to the back deck. This one was built for the growing family who likes to entertain, has a 3 car garage, large back deck, and a yard that is full of landscaping and garden area. 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths and an oversized bonus room make this one a must see.
Hive MLS #30328685
Jan 14, 2005
Sold
$349,000
$98/sq ft
Apr 19, 2004
Listed
$349,000
$98/sq ft
Beautiful home in gated community, hdwd floors, hot tub, ccorian tops, large deck huge bonus room w/ skylights, 4 season room, 4 bdrms3 1/2 baths, split plan for privacy for guests w/bath, 3 car garage, formal dng rm, whirlpool bath in mstr bath. Club house, tennis & pool.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,037
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2024
$4,037
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2023
$4,037 (+13.3%)
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2022
$3,563
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2021
$3,563 (+6.3%)
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2020
$3,353
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2019
$3,353 (−11.4%)
$58,349 + $331,203
$389,552
2018
$3,784
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
2017
$3,784 (+1.1%)
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
2016
$3,741 (+0.5%)
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
2015
$3,723 (+28.2%)
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
2014
$2,905
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
Tax history for 205 S Grist Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,037
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2024
$4,037
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2023
$4,037 (+13.3%)
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2022
$3,563
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2021
$3,563 (+6.3%)
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2020
$3,353
$58,349 + $356,417
$414,766
2019
$3,353 (−11.4%)
$58,349 + $331,203
$389,552
2018
$3,784
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
2017
$3,784 (+1.1%)
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
2016
$3,741 (+0.5%)
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
2015
$3,723 (+28.2%)
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
2014
$2,905
$63,750 + $357,320
$421,070
*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
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,528
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pender County
APN
4215-61-0524-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
PD
Planned Development District
The Planned Development District encourages progressive land planning and design concepts and is intended to provide an alternative to a conventional development. The PD Districts allows projects of innovative design and layout that may not otherwise be permitted under this Ordinance due to the strict application of zoning district or general development standards. The PD District shall not be used as a means of circumventing the County’s adopted land development regulations.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 3
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Heat Pump, Fireplace(s), Electric
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Washer, Refrigerator, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 11
Laundry Features: In Garage, Laundry Room
Basement Details: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
Fencing: None
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 3563
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Fiber Cement
Has Home Warranty
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Other Structures: Shed(s), Gazebo, Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: See Remarks
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 0.51
Lot Size Dimensions: 110 x 200 x 110 x 200
Lot Size Area: 0.51
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.51
Zoning: PD
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,036.59
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: See Remarks
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Party Room, Playground, RV/Boat Storage
Association Fee: $1,220
Schools Information
Elementary School: Topsail
Middle Or Junior School: Topsail
High School: Topsail
Location Information
Directions: Enter Pelican Reef off of Hwy 17 onto Royal Tern Drive. Take the 3rd right onto South Grist Mill Road. Drive 1/4 mile, home is on the left.
Subdivision Name: Pelican Reef
Community Information
Community Features: Pool, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,528
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: —
County: Pender County
APN: 4215-61-0524-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Topsail Island Association of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
Surf City Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi
7/10
Surf City Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
Topsail High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi
8/10
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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
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Hampstead, NC • 28443
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$654,000 – $791,000
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