This spacious 3 bed, 2.5 bath Cape Cod home located in desirable Scotts Hill area features an eat-in kitchen, large master suite with dual closet space & vanities, security system & more. Relax on your rocking chair front porch or back deck overlooking the backyard. Updates include a new roof (approx. 3 months old) and fresh landscaping. Seller is providing a 1 yr home warranty for added comfort.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$243Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Buddy Blake• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
SPACIOUS CAPE COD - A LOT OF HOUSE FOR THE MONEY!! 3 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths on .43 Acre Lot in Desirable Scotts Hill Area, Large Master Suite Downstairs With Double Closets & Vanities, Large Rocking Chair Front Porch, Deck, New Washer & Dryer, 1 Year AON Warranty. EZ To Show. Buyer To Verify Sq Ft and Room Measurements.
Hive MLS #30348812
Sep 26, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jun 25, 2005
Listed
$179,000
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,317 (−22.9%)
$105,100 + $356,400
$461,500
2024
$1,708 (+0.3%)
$105,100 + $356,400
$461,500
2023
$1,702 (−0.9%)
$76,000 + $236,800
$312,800
2022
$1,718 (−0.4%)
$76,000 + $236,800
$312,800
2021
$1,725 (+25.6%)
$76,000 + $236,800
$312,800
2020
$1,373
$76,000 + $236,800
$312,800
2019
$1,373
$37,600 + $179,400
$217,000
2018
$1,373 (−2.3%)
$37,600 + $179,400
$217,000
2017
$1,405 (−0.8%)
$37,600 + $179,400
$217,000
2016
$1,417 (+7.7%)
$37,600 + $179,400
$217,000
2015
$1,316 (+1.7%)
$37,600 + $166,900
$204,500
2014
$1,294
$37,600 + $166,900
$204,500
Tax history for 8981 Stephens Church Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,317 (−22.9%)
$105,100 + $356,400
$461,500
2024
$1,708 (+0.3%)
$105,100 + $356,400
$461,500
2023
$1,702 (−0.9%)
$76,000 + $236,800
$312,800
2022
$1,718 (−0.4%)
$76,000 + $236,800
$312,800
2021
$1,725 (+25.6%)
$76,000 + $236,800
$312,800
2020
$1,373
$76,000 + $236,800
$312,800
2019
$1,373
$37,600 + $179,400
$217,000
2018
$1,373 (−2.3%)
$37,600 + $179,400
$217,000
2017
$1,405 (−0.8%)
$37,600 + $179,400
$217,000
2016
$1,417 (+7.7%)
$37,600 + $179,400
$217,000
2015
$1,316 (+1.7%)
$37,600 + $166,900
$204,500
2014
$1,294
$37,600 + $166,900
$204,500
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,664
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Hanover County
APN
R02900-001-075-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
R-15
Residential-15 District
The purpose of the Residential-15 (R-15) District is established to provide lands that accommodate very low to low density residential development that can serve as a transition between very low density residential development patterns and smaller lot, more dense residential areas of the County. District regulations discourage development that substantially interferes with the quiet residential and recreational nature of the district.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Paved
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Has Cooling
Interior Features
Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Room Information 1
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Description: 17x11 Level:
Room Length: 17
Room Width: 11
Room Information 2
Room Type: Living Room
Room Description: 18x11 Level:
Room Length: 18
Room Width: 11
Room Information 3
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Description: 11x10 Level:
Room Length: 11
Room Width: 10
Room Information 4
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room Description: 16x11 Level: Down- 1st Floor
Room Length: 16
Room Width: 11
Room Information 5
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Description: 16x15 Level: Down- 1st Floor
Room Length: 16
Room Width: 15
Room Information 6
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Description: 15x10 Level:
Room Length: 15
Room Width: 10
Room Information 7
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information 8
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information 9
Room Type: Other
Room Description: 11x9 Level: Down- 1st Floor
Room Length: 11
Room Width: 9
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Levels: Two
Building Area Total: 1,701
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Land Information
Other Structures: Storage
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Living Area: 1,701
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.43
Lot Size Dimensions: 100 X 188 X 100 X 19
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Blair
High School District: New Hanover
Location Information
Directions: North on Market Street, bear right towards Scotts Hill area. Take left at 1st stoplight - Right on Stephens Church, 8981 is on the left - sign in yard.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,664
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: New Hanover County
APN: R02900-001-075-000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
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Porters Neck Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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Holly Shelter Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.2mi
8/10
Emsley A Laney High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 104° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
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99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$393,000 – $475,000
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