Welcome to your charming home on a spacious corner lot in Forest Ridge, a waterfront community along North Carolina's coast. This beautifully updated 4-bedroom farmhouse spans 2,500 square feet, offering a blend of modern amenities and inviting comfort. As you enter, the open two-story foyer introduces a home filled with natural light and a welcoming atmosphere. The heart of the home, the kitchen, features granite countertops and warm tones, making it an ideal spot for preparing meals and gathering with loved ones. The dining room, detailed with a coffered ceiling and chair rail, provides a perfect setting for dinner parties or family meals. The large living room is centered around a stunning stone fireplace, creating a cozy space for relaxation and social gatherings. Each of the four bedrooms offers a peaceful retreat, complemented by a versatile finished room over the garage (FROG) that can serve as a home office, playroom, or additional guest space. Step outside to a huge patio overlooking a beautifully landscaped backyard—your private escape for outdoor enjoyment and entertaining. Mature landscaping enhances the sense of privacy and connection to nature. Residents benefit from community amenities such as a boat ramp for easy access to Holland Mill Creek and storage facilities for boats and RVs, adding convenience to your coastal lifestyle. Situated just 15 minutes from Camp Lejeune and free from city taxes, this home combines the best of practical living and modern charm. It's an ideal choice for anyone seeking a beautifully maintained home in a friendly, waterfront neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
0.49 acresLot Size
$180Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by NC Coastal Team• RE/MAX Ocean Properties EI
*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
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
21,344
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
2,507
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Onslow County
APN
1312C-38
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
$220 /month
Garage
Yes
Features
Pool
Last updated by owner on Sep 27, 2025.
RA
Rural Agricultural District
The purpose of this district is to maintain a rural development pattern that preserves the agricultural character of the county while accommodating limited low density (up to two dwelling units per acre) single-family residential development and limited commercial uses that service the surrounding community. This district is also designed to protect rural areas from the intrusion of non-agricultural land uses that could create a nuisance, detract from the quality of life, and/or present a danger to the natural environment.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Bed & breakfast
Post office
Recreation
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Pantry
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
Fencing: Partial
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2507
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 0.49
Lot Size Dimensions: IRR x IRR x 98' x 195'
Lot Size Area: 0.49
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.49
Zoning: RA
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,855.07
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Boat Dock, RV/Boat Storage
Association Fee: $220
Schools Information
Elementary School: Swansboro
Middle Or Junior School: Swansboro
High School District: Onslow
High School: Swansboro
Location Information
Directions: From HWY 24 in Swansboro, turn onto Belgrade Swansboro Rd. Turn right onto Forest Ridge Trial. Then turn left onto Joans Ridge. The house is the first one on the left.
Subdivision Name: Forest Ridge
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,507
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Onslow County
APN: 1312C-38
HOA Dues: $220/month
Garage: Yes
Features: Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 27, 2025
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Carteret County Association of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Swansboro Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Swansboro Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Swansboro High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Stella, NC • 28582
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.3 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
5.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$430,000 – $520,000
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