Enjoy the calm and peaceful surroundings in this beautiful Cape Cod home, on just over and acre and half sitting high on the N. E. Cape Fear River! As you stroll down the long dock take in all the lush natural beauty that leads you to your own private covered gazebo right on the water, hop on your boat, jet ski's or kayak and enjoy the river! Huge backyard with an organic garden, relaxing rocking chair front porch. This home offers some fantastic upgrades which include a Generac whole home generator, plantation shutters, tankless on demand hot water heater, reverse osmosis water system, huge walk out basement two car garage boasting just over 2,000SF! A perfect kitchen for those who love to cook, energy efficient stainless appliances, natural gas downdraft cooktop, eat in dining with a huge formal dining room or those family gatherings. Main level master suite with his and hers vanities, jetted tub and walk in shower. Two additional bedrooms on the second level with loft overlooking the living area, 2nd level full bathroom also offer a jetted jacuzzi tub. Make your appointment today, this home won't last long!
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
1.66 acresLot Size
$240Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carly Forman• Coastal Green Properties, Inc.
Bought with Shane Register Team• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Midtown
Fabulous Cape Cod on just over a acre and a half, sitting high on the bluffs of the NE Cape Fear River. The semicircular drive invites you onto a rocking chair front porch leading inside to a open living space with warm, wide plank, heart of pine floors (throughout). The living area has high ceilings, an abundance of natural light, granite clad natural gas fireplace, with an open dining room. The eat in kitchen offers a complete stainless appliance package featuring a natural gas cooktop with telescoping downdraft and granite countertops. The separate laundry room has Whirlpool washer/gas dryer to convey. The master bedroom, on the main floor, has a full bath, his & hers vanities, walk in shower and jetted tub. On the top floor you will find two bedrooms sharing a full bath with a jetted bath/shower combo. Two additional rooms upstairs for crafting, storage or a home office. Upgrades to the home include plantation shutters throughout, a Generac whole house generator, two new Lennox heat pumps to include a UV(germicidal) light on the air handler. This home also has a new roof (2020) and tankless on demand hot water. If you are looking for space its everywhere here, a huge back deck with a screened gazebo great for entertaining and enjoying your river front retreat, a walk-out basement with a two car garage and a generous amount of space for your hobbies (just over 2000 sq ft). There is also a covered gazebo on the water with a spot to park your boat, jet skis or kayaks. Come and enjoy the serenity of the River Life!
Public Records
Jul 27, 2012
Sold
$400,000
$149/sq ft
Hive MLS #30461393
Jul 26, 2012
Sold
$399,900
$149/sq ft
Mar 28, 2011
Listed
$399,900
$149/sq ft
+10
Waterfront, Custom brick home on the Cape Fear River. EXCEPTIONAL PRICE AND VALUE. Move in ready. Located just over the north end of the New Hanover Co line w/close access to i-40 & only 15 minutes to Wilmington. Swann Plantation is a tranquil & friendly neighborhood w/custom brick homes on private estate sized lots. This affordable custom brick home sits on a high bluff (no flood ins required) w/almost 2 acres, no HOA dues or water/sewer bills. The private pier leads you to the gazebo (w/power) & a floating dock. Inside you will find an open & airy floor plan, Brazilian hardwood floors throughout; gourmet kitchen w/tile backsplash; recessed lighting throughout; circular foyer staircase & so much more. The basement includes a 4 car garage w/a 34x18 work shop & 32x7 additional storage, all totaling 2043 sq ft. Combined w/the house gives you 4955 sq ft of usable space! Agents please see attachments for floor plan & all special home features.
Hive MLS #30348057
Dec 2, 2005
Sold
$425,000
$158/sq ft
Jun 13, 2005
Listed
$449,900
$168/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,816
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2024
$3,816
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2023
$3,816 (+9.8%)
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2022
$3,476
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2021
$3,476 (+7.3%)
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2020
$3,239
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2019
$3,239 (+22.7%)
$51,600 + $314,307
$365,907
2018
$2,639
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
2017
$2,639 (−7.4%)
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
2016
$2,850 (+1.2%)
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
2015
$2,815 (+27.9%)
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
2014
$2,201
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
Tax history for 20 Gooseneck Rd E
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,816
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2024
$3,816
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2023
$3,816 (+9.8%)
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2022
$3,476
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2021
$3,476 (+7.3%)
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2020
$3,239
$51,600 + $337,212
$388,812
2019
$3,239 (+22.7%)
$51,600 + $314,307
$365,907
2018
$2,639
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
2017
$2,639 (−7.4%)
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
2016
$2,850 (+1.2%)
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
2015
$2,815 (+27.9%)
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
2014
$2,201
$52,800 + $254,820
$307,620
*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
2.5
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,124
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pender County
APN
3223-90-6398-0000
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 Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
Window Features: Window Coverings
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Down Draft, Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Microwave
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Has Basement
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Fencing: None
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2683
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Waterfront Access
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Frontage Type: River
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 1.66
Lot Size Dimensions: see attachments
Lot Size Area: 1.66
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.66
Zoning: R20
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,476.30
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Location Information
Directions: HWY 133, left on Reynolds Dr, left on Old Swann Point, home sits on corner of Goose Neck and Old Swann
Subdivision Name: Swann Plantation
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,124
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Pender County
APN: 3223-90-6398-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Cape Fear Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
6/10
Cape Fear Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Heide Trask High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
6/10
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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, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$613,000 – $742,000
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