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3898 Fairhaven Drive

St. James NC 28461

4
4
2
3210 sq. ft.
20735 sq. ft.
Single-Family
Last sold for $885,000
Nolan FormalarieNolan Formalarie, last sold this property on 03 August 2026 after 93 days on market.

Overview

Located in The Reserve at St. James Plantation, this former builder's model is thoughtfully positioned on nearly a half-acre homesite with a peaceful pond view in the distance. Fairhaven Drive is a private cul-de-sac street known for its attractive streetscape and well-appointed homes. Meticulously maintained, the property offers immediate peace of mind with a new roof and HVAC systems replaced in 2024. Impressive design features include 10-foot ceilings throughout, oversized 6-foot windows topped with transoms that allow plenty of natural light, tiled tub/shower surrounds, and a floor plan that is perfect for one-story living and entertaining. The inviting rocking chair front porch welcomes you inside to a bright, open interior where the scale of the great room and immediate sightlines to the rear living spaces set the tone for the home. As you enter, a wide foyer leads you into the main living space, with a formal dining room positioned to the right and a dedicated study or den to the left with its own full bathroom. The great room features a cathedral ceiling, custom built-ins, surround sound ceiling speakers, and a fireplace that anchor the room while maintaining an open connection to the kitchen and breakfast area. The kitchen offers a semi-open feel while still maintaining connectivity to the oversized breakfast area and main living space. Features include granite countertops, a gas cooktop, true vented hood, double wall oven, wine fridge, and extensive cabinetry with built in wine cabinet. The breakfast area where walls of windows bring in natural light and provide a comfortable space to relax and take in the pond and nature views. Enjoy the sunshine and mild Carolina weather from the rear deck overlooking the backyard. The split bedroom layout provides both comfort and separation. The primary suite offers a true retreat with a deep tray ceiling, generous natural light, and excellent privacy from the guest bedrooms. The primary bathroom is spacious, offering dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, and private water closet. The secondary bedrooms are well positioned on the opposite side of the home, offering privacy and comfortable separation. Each room is generously sized with good natural light, including a larger rear bedroom that overlooks the backyard. These rooms are served by a well-designed shared bathroom with a functional layout and clean finishes. Upstairs, a large bonus suite with built-in bench seating and a full bath creates an ideal private space for guests, hobbies, or additional living. There is no lack of storage with a dedicated laundry room, oversized 2 car garage, attic storage, and plenty of closet space. Additional highlights include hardwood flooring through the main living areas, surround sound, a dehumidification system with adjustable controls located in the pantry. If you are searching for a well-built home in the Reserve neighborhood of St. James Plantaiton you have found it!

Features

4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
2 carspaces
2 garage spaces
3210 sq. ft. floor area
20735 sq. ft. lot size
Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom single-family properties sold in St. James over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 3898 Fairhaven Drive is $865k.

Median value
$865k
Estimated value range
$280k - $4.3m
Median days on market
56
Estimated value trend
20%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in St. James. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 3898 Fairhaven Drive

2026
Sold
$885,000
03 Aug 2026 by Nolan Formalarie, of Discover Nc Homes

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Local market activity for 4 bedroom single-family properties in St. James

In the last 12 months, 208 four-bedroom single-family properties similar to 3898 Fairhaven Drive, have been sold.

This represents a 2% increase in four-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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