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Southport,NC 28461
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,484 sqft
Price per Sqft $363
Subdivision Pine Needle Grove
MLS Listing ID 100519462
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1958
Annual Tax Amount $2,778
Lot Size 0.259 Acres
Acres 0.26
Lot Dimensions 75 x 150
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Hive MLS
Property Description
Don't miss this exceptionally rare opportunity to own one of the few grandfathered, legally permitted short-term vacation rentals in the heart of Southport, NC, a town where vacation rentals in residential zones are now severely restricted by ordinance. Located just blocks from the scenic waterfront, restaurants, and boutiques, 304 E Leonard St. is a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offered fully furnished (with a few exclusions) and ready for continued use as an income-producing property. The home holds a valuable, active short-term rental permit, which is grandfathered in and is transferrable under current city restrictions—a benefit only a handful of homes in Southport still enjoy. Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings throughout, waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring, a modern kitchen with induction cooktop and convection oven, and a stylish bathroom featuring a custom mosaic tile installation by renowned local artist Hilary Meehan. Additional upgrades include a whole house water filter and softener system, new water heater (2019), Trex decking on the front porch (2023), new roof over the back porch (April 2023), and rear roof replacement (October 2024). Outdoor living is a delight with spacious front and back porches, a large fenced backyard, a new deck, and an outdoor shower and foot faucets—ideal after a beach day. Whether you're an investor looking for a rare, compliant short-term rental or a buyer seeking a serene primary or second home in one of the East Coast's most desirable coastal towns, this property offers modern comfort and a highly exclusive rental status you simply won't find elsewhere in Southport. Opportunities like this are vanishingly rare—schedule your showing today before it's gone.
Location
State NC
County Brunswick
Community Pine Needle Grove
Zoning Sp-R-10
Direction Howe Street to E. Leonard Street. Property on right.
Location Details Mainland
Rooms
Other Rooms Shower
Basement None
Primary Bedroom Level Primary Living Area
Interior
Interior Features Walk-in Closet(s),Pantry
Heating Electric,Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Concrete
Fireplaces Type None
Fireplace No
Appliance Vented Exhaust Fan,Electric Cooktop,Disposal,Dishwasher,Convection Oven
Exterior
Exterior Feature Outdoor Shower
Parking Features Off Street,Unpaved
Utilities Available Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Amenities Available No Amenities
Roof Type Metal,Shingle
Porch Covered,Porch,Screened
Building
Story 1
Entry Level One
Foundation Slab
Structure Type Outdoor Shower
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Southport
Middle Schools South Brunswick
High Schools South Brunswick
Others
Tax ID 238hf019
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional