Single Family Residence at 1601 New River Inlet Road, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
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$1,199,000

1601 New River Inlet Road, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
Listed by Andrea Ana Scott · Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Treasure 4
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Living area
2,276 sqft
Year built
1984

About this home

This 5 bed/3 bath coastal retreat lives far larger than it appears. A rare find on Topsail Island, offering canalfront living W/unobstructed ocean views, second row, delivering both sunrise & sunset views from multiple decks. Located on Galleon Bay, this property is ready for you & your water toys! Currently the town owns the oceanfront lot in front of this home enhancing the unique opportunity. Designed to maximize enjoyment & versatility, it features an in-ground pool, hot tub, private dock, private boat ramp, & canalfront fire pit; making it easy to enjoy life on the water by boat, or while unwinding waterside in the evenings. Expansive outdoor living areas create a resort-style atmosphere, ideal for entertaining, relaxing, & gathering after a day at the beach. The home is nestled between two public beach accesses. An outdoor theater area adds another layer of experience for movie nights while listening to the ocean. Inside, the home embraces total coastal vibes W/themed bedrooms, playful island touches, & a relaxed beach aura that makes you feel like part of Topsail Island rather than just visiting.The layout accommodates larger groups w/ 2 living rooms, maintaining flow & functionality. The property is being offered furnished, allowing for a seamless transition. Additional highlights include ample parking, space for beach & water toys, & thoughtful exterior features that enhance convenience & usability year-round. Come enjoy the poolside, canal-view tiki bar, an 8 seat entertaining hotspot that truly has to be experienced in person! Per the seller, this jewel averages over 170K in GRI. Rental income is not guaranteed & may vary based on management & market conditions. Very few properties on Topsail Island offer this level of flexibility; canalfront access, ocean views, private pool, hot tub, dock, boat ramp, fire pit, outdoor theater, multiple decks, & strong rental performance! A unique opportunity that delivers lifestyle, experience, & lasting value. Current bookings YTD for 2026 for Airbnb are over 50,000 and YTD for VRBO are over 96,000

Highlights

WaterfrontPrivate pool

Property details

MLS
Hive MLS
MLS #
100550124
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Galleon Bay
Status
Active
Days on market
271
On market date
January 20, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
3
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.28 acres
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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.

Elementary
Dixon Elementary
5.14 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
4.16 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
7.83 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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$7,371/mo
$239,800 down
$959,200 loan
Principal & interest$6,221
Property tax (est.)$999
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 19, 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.