Location! Location! This gem is tucked away in the peaceful coastal community of Rourks Landing Estates, nestled along the scenic Lockwood Folly River. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 1 1/2 bath, this charming home offers an inviting open floor plan. The spacious kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, flows seamlessly into the living room, where you’ll find a cozy wood-burning fireplace and a Rinnai infrared gas wall heater. Just off the kitchen, a light-filled dining room with large windows and an additional office space provide both comfort and versatility. Beautiful hardwood floors extend throughout most of the home, including all bedrooms. The master suite boasts a private bath with a heated Whirlpool spa tub and a convenient step-in shower. A detached oversized two-car garage offers even more to love—insulated and climate-controlled, it includes a large finished bonus room with a half bath on one side, and a functional workspace on the other. Enjoy picturesque water views right from the expansive front porch. Outdoors, relax by the above-ground saltwater pool, host gatherings under the pergola, or simply soak in the serenity of this spacious property, which spans two separate parcels deeded as one. County water services the home, while the original well remains available for irrigation. For boating and fishing enthusiasts, you’ll have direct access to the private Rourks Landing boat ramp, plus you’re just minutes from Sunset Harbor’s NC Wildlife Boat Ramp and public fishing pier. Families will appreciate being only a mile from both Virginia Williamson Elementary and Roger Bacon Academy. Best of all, you’re just a short drive to Brunswick County’s renowned beaches, including Oak Island, and the charming waterfront town of Southport. Ideally located just 25 miles from Wilmington, NC, and 28 miles from Myrtle Beach, SC, this home offers easy access to world-class golf courses and a wide variety of family-friendly attractions. Experience the ideal mix of serene living and coastal convenience—right at your doorstep!
Median sale price in this area is $422,547. (9% lower than this home)
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Property details
Exterior
Exterior features
Located in Rourk Landing Estates
Home design
Built in 2001
Single-family property
Construction
Living area approximately 1120
Construction year 2001
Sale and tax history for 281 Rourks Landing Rd SE
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FSBO.com #cmtvyc1k202dss601rp0iirdw
Sep 10, 2026
Listed
$465,000
$415/sq ft
Hive MLS #100539766
Jan 1, 2026
Listing Removed
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Nov 5, 2025
Listed
$529,999
$473/sq ft
Hive MLS #20645699
Nov 4, 2011
Sold
$125,000
$112/sq ft
Mar 1, 2010
Listed
$139,000
$124/sq ft
+17
2nd BRIDGE IS OPEN! Now you have the river at you door & you are only 10 minutes from the Beach, via the new Oak Island Bridge! At $149,900 don't let this cozy cottage-style home, that has 2 bdrms, a lg kitchen, living room w/fireplace, sunroom, & office slip away. The home is not river front, but it does have some wonderful views of the river & doesn't have a river front price, as it is part of the Rourks Landing Estates w/access to the community boat ramp as well as a day dock. County water for the house, but the well is still available for irrigation. Spend quiet afternoons looking out at the river and enjoying life.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,116
$75,000 + $192,890
$267,890
2024
$1,116
$75,000 + $192,890
$267,890
2023
$1,116 (−0.7%)
$75,000 + $192,890
$267,890
2022
$1,124 (+1.7%)
$75,000 + $192,890
$267,890
2021
$1,106
$75,000 + $115,610
$190,610
2020
$1,106
$75,000 + $115,610
$190,610
2019
$1,106 (+7.7%)
$75,000 + $115,610
$190,610
2018
$1,027 (+5.8%)
$75,000 + $115,610
$190,610
2017
$971 (+2.7%)
$45,000 + $129,370
$174,370
2016
$945 (+4.7%)
$45,000 + $129,370
$174,370
2015
$903 (−10.6%)
$45,000 + $129,370
$174,370
2014
$1,010
$88,000 + $117,844
$205,844
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,120
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,120
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Brunswick County
APN
217BF031
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
RR
Rural Low Density Residential District
The Rural Low Density Residential District is intended to accommodate nonresidential agricultural uses and low density residential development, as well as limited nonresidential uses that are supportive of the County’s traditional agricultural orientation including farming, silviculture operations and related activities. Development in this District should rely predominantly on individual wells and septic tank systems for domestic water supply and sewage disposal, respectively, although clustered residential development served by public water and wastewater systems may be allowed.
Climate risks
2/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bolivia, NC • 28422
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
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