$649,900
About this home
Come see this gorgeous house in a great neighborhood. Welcome to 828 Cades Trail, one of the most inviting homes in the warm and friendly Cades Cove community of Southport. Set on a quiet street and positioned to capture the western views of Downey Lake, this beautifully maintained residence offers not only remarkable natural scenery but also unforgettable sunsets from the comfort of your front porch. Blending cottage charm with contemporary elegance, this thoughtfully designed three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home provides a total of 2279 heated square footage that includes the 240 SF heated and cooled office room in the detached garage, and the 189 SF heated and cooled all seasons room right off of the dining room an ideal sanctuary for anyone seeking comfort, style, and easy coastal living.As you approach the home, its striking Carolina Blue exterior with white trim and a Navy front door immediately catches the eye.Professionally landscaped and meticulously cared for, the yard offers multiple raised planters and garden beds, creating a low-maintenance yet visually appealing setting. As an added checkmark on your list the owners just installed a brand new Amana HVAC unit January 2026 with a 10yr warranty.The property is not located in a flood zone.The Hardie-plank exterior,DP-50 wind-load-rated windows, and encapsulated crawl space reinforce the home's durability and efficiency. The wide, welcoming front porch sets the perfect tone for peaceful enjoyment, whether savoring your morning coffee or unwinding at sunset. Inside, the heart of the home is the stunning chef's kitchen, designed for both everyday living and memorable entertaining. Granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and a spacious pantry surround high-end stainless steel appliances, including a six-burner Wolf rangetop,Monogram double oven, and Bosch dishwasher. The oversized island--with its additional prep sink--becomes a natural gathering place for family and friends. A cozy breakfast nook featuring an LG space-saving Washtower adds convenience and char
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Hive MLS
- MLS #
- 100569449
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Cades Cove
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 333
- On market date
- April 24, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2.5
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking spaces
- 2
- Lot size
- 0.18 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
- District
- Brunswick County Schools
- Enrollment
- 636
- Student:teacher ratio
- 17.2:1
- District
- Brunswick County Schools
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student:teacher ratio
- 33.2:1
- District
- Brunswick County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Southport's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 31, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.