$399,999

8940 Shady Forest Dr SW Sunset Beach, NC 28468

$4,750
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full, 1 partial
1,959 sqft
0.2 acres
$204 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8940 Shady Forest Dr SW

Are you looking for that Unique Beach Cottage that has character? And as a bonus NO HOA! Here is a home like no other you have seen. When you enter the home, you walk into a nice living room, with beautiful hardwood floors. Open concept into the extra-large kitchen that is designed to entertain, with an expansive island. The home has two bedrooms (one off the living area in the front and the other off the living area in the back) and two and a half baths downstairs. There is a large living area in the back of the home with a screened in porch. The upstairs is a studio apartment with only an outside entrance. Apartment is being rented for extra income. (Lease runs out end of May)This home has had a total upgrade in the past 4 years, you will love all the special touches.The lot is nice with plenty of room to park your boat. Only minutes to Sunset Beach and Calabash.The lot next door can be purchased at an additional cost.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump
Size1,959 sqft
Lot size0.21 Acres
Year built1969
ParkingOn Site
MLS #100495097

Summary

  • MLS Number: 100495097
  • Office Name: CENTURY 21 Sunset Realty

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 02, 2020
Home Sold
$115,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$273,850$-
2023$273,850$-
2022$195,470$-
2021$195,470$1,348
2020$195,470$1,260
2019$195,470$852
2018$169,260$852
2017$169,260$802

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

4.4 mi

250 Pea Landing Rd NW

10

Union Elementary School

Public District KG-5

7.1 mi

180 Union School Rd NW

7

Ocean Drive Elementary School

Public District PK-5

7.8 mi

901 11th Ave N

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $89,643. The majority of Sunset Beach, NC residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

19%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
20%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

34%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
49%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
32%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • KmartKmart
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • ArbysArbys
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LincolnLincoln
  • BuickBuick
  • GMCGMC

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • OldiesOldies
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 8940 Shady Forest Dr SW

This home is located at 8940 Shady Forest Dr SW in Sunset Beach, NC and zip code 28468. This 1,959 square foot home, which was built in 1969, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $399,999.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Sunset Beach, NC there were more than 2 sold above asking price, over 13 sold below and more than 4 were sold right at the asked price. Between February and March 2025, Sunset Beach, NC real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 13.6%. In March 2025 median list price was $405,000 and the average listing age was 56 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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