Private Sanctuary Just Minutes from Topsail Island. Tucked away on 1.8 beautifully wooded acres, this one-of-a-kind Hampstead property offers peace, privacy, and water views in a serene natural setting. Surrounded by established pecan, peach, oak, magnolia, and other mature trees, this property features its own private freshwater pond and common kayak access to Virginia Creek—perfect for both relaxation and outdoor adventure. This spacious 2,493 sq.ft. home features 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths, laid out across 2 levels. On the 1st floor, you're welcomed by a formal living room and formal dining room, ideal for entertaining. The kitchen features a gas range, upgraded refrigerator, new dishwasher, under-cabinet lighting, and pantry for the home chef. Just off the kitchen is a huge utility/laundry room, large enough to house freezers, canning shelves, or additional pantry space. A few steps down leads to the sunken family room, complete with a gas fireplace and picturesque views of Virginia Creek. 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths complete the downstairs, while upstairs you'll find a large, private suite with ensuite bath. Additional highlights include a 500-gallon buried propane tank that fuels the gas stove, tankless water heater, whole-house emergency generator, & fireplace. Enjoy the 20' x 8' screened porch, perfectly positioned to take in the water views and surrounding wildlife. A detached 24' x 32' 2-story garage offers even more space, complete with a heated & cooled recreation room upstairs and generous storage below. For those needing workspace or creative space, an attached studio & workshop—both climate-controlled—provide flexible options. Also a 12' x 31' covered parking area, ideal for your RV or boat. With the rare combination of acreage, water views, functional space, and peaceful surroundings, this property offers the best of coastal living.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (12/22)
$595,000
278 Batson Road, Hampstead, NC 28443
3beds
3,277sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
1.8 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$182/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Water viewsPrivate freshwater pond
- 147 days |
- 1,933 |
- 100 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 22, 2025 at 03:17pm
Listed by:
Della Hilliard Carson 941-720-2961,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage Rlty,
Dennis Jay 970-988-8053,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage Rlty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100522461
Originating MLS: Topsail Island Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Topsail Island Association of RealtorsTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Utility Room, Family Room, Bedroom 3, Fnshd Room over Garage
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 31 x 13
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 24
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 24 x 32
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Utility room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Heating
- Heat Pump, Fireplace Insert, Fireplace(s), Electric, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Water Softener, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Whole-Home Generator, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,493
- Total interior livable area: 3,277 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Workshop in Garage, Shared Driveway, Covered, Detached, Unpaved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Screened
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Pond, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream,Pond,Water
- Waterfront features: Deeded Water Access, Water Access Comm, Pond
- Frontage type: Pond Front
Lot
- Size: 1.8 Acres
- Features: Pond on Lot, Deeded Water Access, Water Access Comm
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 42244716310000
- Zoning: R20
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Water Tap Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hampstead
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $182/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $237,079
- Annual tax amount: $2,404
- Date on market: 7/30/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 147 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Price change | $595,000-4.8%$182/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$191/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $650,000$198/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,405 | $237,079 |
| 2023 | $2,405 +9% | $237,079 |
| 2022 | $2,206 | $237,079 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,362/mo
Principal & interest
$2847
Property taxes
$307
Home insurance
$208
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28443
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10North Topsail Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.9 mi
- 6/10Topsail Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 8/10Topsail High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Surf City
- Middle: Surf City
- High: Topsail
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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