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304 E Leonard Street

Southport, NC 28461

$479,000 $2,019/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

1,484

Sqft

0.26

Acre(Lot)

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 mode rn 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.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $479,000

AD Id : 75538603

MLS Id : 100555819

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.26 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,484

Year Built : 1958

County : Brunswick

Subdivision: Gatewood

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Bedroom Information

Total beds: 2

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

Room Information

Rooms Total: 5 Basement: None
Flooring Information

Concrete
Roofing Information

Metal, Shingle
Interior Features

Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry Roof: Metal, Shingle Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Dishwasher, Convection Oven, Electric Water Heater Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling

Has Heating: Yes Heating: Electric, Heat Pump Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

Building Information

Year Built: 1958 Building Area Total: 1484 Construction Materials: Block, Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Screened Private Pool: No View: See Remarks
Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 75 x 150 Main Square Feet: 0.26 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.26 Lot Size Square Feet: 11282

Property Information

Subdivision: Pine Needle Grove Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: One Property Age: 68

Listing Price Information

Listing Price: $479000 Cash, Conventional

Tax Information

Parcel Number: 238hf019 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $2778.19

Parking Information

Off Street, Unpaved

Homeowners Association Information
Association Amenities: None

School Information

Elementary School: Southport

Junior High School: South Brunswick

Senior High School: South Brunswick
Utility Information

Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Location Information

Direction: Howe Street . Left on Fodale . Right on E. Leonard . House #304 on the left . Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

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774 Pelican Cove Way #302, Southport, NC, 28461	$318,763	3	2	1,583	1,583 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/12/2026 @ 18:11

MLS: 100555819 LISTED BY: Myles Williams, Southport Realty, Inc. SOURCE: Hive MLS (North Carolina Regional)