Homes for sale - 304 E Leonard ST, Southport, NC 28461

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Beth Frazer Real Estate & Rentals

sales@bethfrazer.com +1(252) 249-1001

$539,900

Est. payment - /mo

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,484 SqFt

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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

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Hive MLS / (NCRMLS) / Cape Fear Realtors

Listed by Southport Realty, Inc.

"My job is to find and attract mastery-based agents to the office, protect the culture, and make sure everyone is happy! "

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304 E Leonard ST Southport, NC 28461