This meticulously designed, positioned, and constructed home was built to capture the optimal coastal living experience for either full time living or a weekend get away. As it is situated on an elevated lot out of the flood zone, it offers one of the best, if not the best views of the ICWW and the ocean from the mainland. This home features sweeping views of Lee Island, the ICCW, New Topsail Inlet and on to the ocean! Ocean views. .. .. .. .that's correct. Prepare to be amazed. With the reversed and open floor plan nestled in the foliage and nearly an acre of space with mature Live Oaks, this house is positioned for an excellent blend of privacy as well as breath-taking views from both inside and outside on the expansive, top floor wrap around covered porch. Those porches also serve as quintessential living and entertainment space. Also located on this top floor are a spacious laundry room, guest half bath, and a home office with two built-in desks. Plus, the elevator makes access and living very easy. The 2nd floor is composed of a second living/Television/game area with a wet bar, microwave and refrigerator. Also a half bath, & 3 bedrooms, each equipped with its own FULL Bath, and each with direct access to the covered porch rounds out a house with versatile living opportunities. The two porches, one on each level, together make up 1500 square feet of prime outdoor living space! Here, coastal living is enriched by access to the private community boat ramp by continuing to pay HOA fees giving direct access to the ICWW, Topsail and Lea Islands and the Ocean via New Topsail Inlet. Or head south and be in Wrightsville for lunch in just a few minutes. The neighborhood is convenient to health care, shopping, Wilmington and interstate 40. This offering is very unique and will be appreciated by discerning buyers. (Buyers are able to continue to pay $579 annually to use the private Forest Sound Marina Boat Ramp)
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
0.93 acresLot Size
$302Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Frank Sherron• Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Quentin Jones 336 740 4102 Jones• Ivester Jackson Christie's
This meticulously designed, positioned, and constructed home was built to capture the optimal coastal living experience. Flaunting one of the best, if not the best views of the ICWW and the ocean from the mainland, this house does not provide a simple ''peep-hole'' view. As you read . .. ocean views. .. and think to yourself, ''this must be an error, a home located in Hampstead can't have ocean views. '' Well, prepare to be amazed. With the reversed, open floor plan on the 3rd floor and nearly an acre of space with mature Live Oaks, this house is positioned for an excellent blend of privacy as well as breath-taking views from both inside and outside on the expansive, top floor covered porch, which also serves as a quintessential living and entertainment space. Also located on this floor are a spacious laundry room, guest half bath, and a home office with two built-in desks. Plus, the elevator allows grocery day, and bad knee day to no longer be a pain. The 2nd floor is composed of a billiards room, wet bar + refrigerator, lounge/Television/game area, a half bath, & 3 bedrooms, each equipped with its own FULL Bath, and direct access to the lower covered porch. These two porches together make up 1500 square feet of prime outdoor living space! Here, coastal living is enriched by the private community boat ramp and direct access to the ICWW, Topsail and Lea Islands, and the cherry on top: an option for the 16-foot center console Scout to convey with the property.
Public Records
Jul 19, 2006
Sold
$350,000
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,431
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2024
$4,431
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2023
$4,431 (+10.0%)
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2022
$4,028
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2021
$4,028
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2020
$4,028 (+117.1%)
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2019
$1,856 (−49.5%)
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2018
$3,672
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
2017
$3,672 (+1.1%)
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
2016
$3,632 (+1.0%)
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
2015
$3,597 (+27.5%)
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
2014
$2,821
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
Tax history for 214 Howards Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,431
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2024
$4,431
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2023
$4,431 (+10.0%)
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2022
$4,028
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2021
$4,028
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2020
$4,028 (+117.1%)
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2019
$1,856 (−49.5%)
$131,240 + $326,130
$457,370
2018
$3,672
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
2017
$3,672 (+1.1%)
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
2016
$3,632 (+1.0%)
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
2015
$3,597 (+27.5%)
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
2014
$2,821
$74,400 + $321,224
$395,624
*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
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.93 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,544
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pender County
APN
3292-73-6937-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RP
Residential Performance District
The Residential Performance District is intended to allow a variety of residential uses and densities and also limited commercial activities as well as agritourism. Existing or new agricultural and farm uses shall be allowed on undeveloped land prior to development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Open Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Gravel, On Site, Unpaved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Geothermal, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Elevator, Ceiling Fan(s), Wet Bar
Window Features: Shutters
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 10
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Basement Details: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch, Wrap Around
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Fencing: Partial
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 3579
Levels: Three Or More
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Other, Pillar/Post/Pier
Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Fire Sprinkler System, Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Full Bath
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Interior Lot, Corner Lot, Wooded
Frontage Type: See Remarks
Lot Size : 0.93
Lot Size Dimensions: irr
Lot Size Area: 0.93
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.93
Zoning: R20C
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,027.61
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator
Utilities: Water Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Location Information
Directions: Turn into Forest Sound from Hwy 17 and follow road for about 1.7 miles. Turn right on Howard's Lane and house will be around the curve on the right.
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,544
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: —
County: Pender County
APN: 3292-73-6937-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Topsail Island Association of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
Topsail Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.6mi
9/10
Topsail Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
6/10
Topsail High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-16% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 21 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.03M – $1.25M
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