OFF MARKET

Off market apr 2025 for $705K

$705,457

•

1,152

sq ft

978 Gaye Ave, Holly Ridge, NC 28445

About this home

Welcome to 978 Gaye Avenue, a charming single-family residence nestled canal front in the serene coastal town of Topsail Beach. Built in 1975, this home offers 1400 square feet of living space, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with an enclosed sunroom adding more potential living area. There is a fully enclosed garage/storage area with an additional ground floor suite. It includes a living area, bedroom and a bath. Situated on a spacious lot, the property provides flexible outdoor space for relaxation and entertainment. Fully bulkheaded and a dock for your boat or jet ski. Its prime location offers easy access to the pristine beaches and sound of Topsail Beach with ocean access across the street from Gaye Ave, making it an ideal retreat for beach and boating enthusiasts. The home's generous square footage allows for comfortable living and the opportunity to renovate and customize the space to your liking. The surrounding area is known for its tranquil atmosphere, making it a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life. This property is being sold out of an estate and will be sold ''as is''. This is a rare opportunity to find the fixer upper on the water in Topsail. Come take a look.

Single-familyProperty Type

1975Year Built

4,312 sq ftLot Size

$612Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Frank Sherron • Landmark Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with HomeWorx Realty Litcher • Homeworx Realty

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•Source:Hive MLS #100489270

Redfin Estimate

$705,457

$457 since sold in April 2025$42K since October

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This home's estimate is 23.2% lower than the average sale price ($918K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$945,000
A
4 beds3 baths1,736 sq ft
1016 Ocean Blvd, Topsail Beach, NC 28445
SOLD JUL 3, 2026
$1,050,000
B
4 beds2 baths1,308 sq ft
603 N Anderson Blvd, Holly Ridge, NC 28445
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$800,000
C
3 beds3 baths1,561 sq ft
409 Bridgers Ave, Topsail Beach, NC 28445
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$1,200,000
D
3 beds3 baths2,105 sq ft
926 Observation Ln, Surf City, NC 28445
SOLD OCT 27, 2026
$597,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,091 sq ft
257 Planters Walk, Hampstead, NC 28443

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$113,879

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$2,430/mo

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Market trends in 28445, NC

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

97.8%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$464K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

73d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

161

7 MoM

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Sale history for 978 Gaye Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,143 (+20.0%)

$357,187 + $33,019

$390,206

2024

$1,786 (−51.8%)

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2023

$3,706 (+12.5%)

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2022

$3,293

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2021

$3,293

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2020

$3,293

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2019

$3,293 (+8.8%)

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2018

$3,026

$325,000 + $66,740

$391,740

2017

$3,026 (+1.3%)

$325,000 + $64,146

$389,146

2016

$2,986

$325,000 + $64,146

$389,146

2015

$2,986 (+31.3%)

$325,000 + $64,146

$389,146

2014

$2,274

$325,000 + $64,146

$389,146

Tax history for 978 Gaye Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,143 (+20.0%)

$357,187 + $33,019

$390,206

2024

$1,786 (−51.8%)

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2023

$3,706 (+12.5%)

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2022

$3,293

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2021

$3,293

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2020

$3,293

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2019

$3,293 (+8.8%)

$357,187 + $89,291

$446,478

2018

$3,026

$325,000 + $66,740

$391,740

2017

$3,026 (+1.3%)

$325,000 + $64,146

$389,146

2016

$2,986

$325,000 + $64,146

$389,146

2015

$2,986 (+31.3%)

$325,000 + $64,146

$389,146

2014

$2,274

$325,000 + $64,146

$389,146

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

50 ft.

Lot depth

100 ft.

Lot size

4,323 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,096

Year built

1975

Style

Other

County

Pender County

APN

4213-82-7470-0000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.

R-4

Residential District-Interior Lots

These districts are established for residential development in which the principal use of the land is for single-family dwellings. In promoting the general purpose of this article, the specific intent of these districts is to: Encourage the construction of and the continued use of the land for single-family residential purposes.; Encourage the development of residential neighborhoods that complement one another.; Prohibit commercial and industrial use of the land and to prohibit any other use which would substantially interfere with development or continuation of dwellings in the district.; Encourage the discontinuance of existing uses that would not be permitted as new uses under the provisions of this article.; Discourage any use which would generate traffic on minor streets other than normal traffic to serve residents on those streets.; To discourage any use which because of its character or size would create requirements and costs for public services, such as police and fire protection, water supply and sewerage, substantially in excess of such requirements and costs if the district were developed solely for residential purposes.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Unpaved, Off Street

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Electric

Interior Features
Window Features: Window Coverings
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Fireplace Features: None

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Laundry Features: In Garage
Basement Details: None

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock, Boat Slip
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: None
Roof: Shingle, Composition

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1152
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
Foundation Details: Other, Pillar/Post/Pier

Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Canal Front
Has View
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

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 Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 0.1
Lot Size Dimensions: 85 x 50
Lot Size Area: 0.1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.1
Zoning: R-3

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Water Available
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Schools Information
Elementary School: North Topsail
Middle Or Junior School: Topsail
High School: Topsail

Location Information
Directions: Head south from Surf City circle and just past Queens Grant in Topsail Beach is Gaye Ave. Turn Rt and property is on left.
Subdivision Name: Topsail Beach Village

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,096
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,323 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Pender County
APN: 4213-82-7470-0000

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 • 6.0mi

7/10

Surf City Middle

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.1mi

9/10

Topsail High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

9/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 20 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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Historical weather

Holly Ridge, NC • 28445

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 5.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$671,000 – $812,000

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Home values near 978 Gaye Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
982 Gaye Avenue, Holly Ridge, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1291 Sq. Ft.	$794,382
972 Gaye Avenue, Holly Ridge, NC 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2400 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
976 Gaye Avenue, Holly Ridge, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2414 Sq. Ft.	$1,039,824
975 Gaye Avenue, Holly Ridge, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1040 Sq. Ft.	$459,144

Address	Redfin Estimate
980 Gaye Avenue, Topsail Beach, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1344 Sq. Ft.	$849,077
979 Gaye Avenue, Topsail Beach, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2379 Sq. Ft.	$979,707

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