Condominium at 1896 New River Inlet Road 1203, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460, North Topsail Beach
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$320,000

1896 New River Inlet Road 1203, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
Listed by Holly Hobbs · Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,163 sqft
Year built
1984

About this home

Price Improvement!! Welcome to ''Forever Summer by the Shore,'' a beautifully maintained ocean-view condominium in the sought-after community of Shipwatch Villas. This inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath coastal retreat offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic and the relaxed beach lifestyle buyers dream about. Step inside to a spacious foyer that flows seamlessly into the dining area and adjacent kitchen, designed for convenience. The open living room is filled with natural light and draws your eye straight to the private ocean-view deck--accessible from both the living area and the primary suite. Imagine yourself with your morning coffee taking in the beautiful sights and sounds of the surf and sunrise. The primary bedroom features a private ensuite bath with a tub/shower combination. Down the hall, you'll find convenient in-unit laundry, a comfortable guest bedroom with ample closet space, and a full guest bath with dual vanity and tub/shower combo-perfect for family or visiting guests. Whether you are searching for a primary residence, vacation getaway, or income-producing beach investment, this property offers exceptional versatility in one of the most desirable areas of North Topsail Beach. Updates in 2024 included the installation of a 2.5-ton 14 seer Trane heat pump, a 38-gallon commercial grade electric water heater, refrigerator in the kitchen replaced, purchase of mattresses and box springs for both bedrooms as well as carpet installed in both bedrooms. 2025 updates included a 200-amp electrical panel installation, GFCI outlets installed in the bathrooms and kitchen, dishwasher replaced in the kitchen, and blinds updated in the guest bedroom and living room. Conveniently located just minutes from the shops and restaurants of Surf City, about 30 minutes to Jacksonville, and roughly an hour from Wilmington, you will enjoy both tranquility and accessibility. Come experience the beauty, comfort, and coastal charm of Forever Summer by the Shore--and start living your beach dream today. All personal items in the unit will be conveyed.

Highlights

Waterfront

Property details

MLS #
100559417
Property type
Condominium
Subdivision
Shipwatch Villas
Status
Active
Days on market
212
On market date
September 8, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

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 (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Dixon Elementary
5.44 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
648
Student:teacher ratio
17.1:1
District
Onslow County Schools
Middle
Dixon Middle
4.55 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
934
Student:teacher ratio
18.0:1
District
Onslow County Schools
High
Dixon High
8.11 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.4
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
1,028
Student:teacher ratio
19.4:1
District
Onslow County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for North Topsail Beach'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). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

15
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.8 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

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$64,000 down
$256,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,660
Property tax (est.)$267
Home insurance (est.)$150

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