Now $100,000 Below a Recent Professional Appraisal of $944,000. If 3818 Lemon Drop Ln has been on your radar, this is the moment to take a fresh look. New price, newly refreshed interior., and a value story that's hard to find anywhere else in The Bluffs on the Cape Fear! This riverfront community in Leland, NC is designed for how people actually live today, and this home over-delivers at every turn. At more than 3,700 square feet, it offers a true second living environment rarely available at this price point: a private upstairs kitchenette paired with multiple flex spaces, ideal as a guest suite, in-law suite, dual-living setup, work-from-home retreat, or space for older children, all without disrupting the main living areas downstairs. Completed in late 2024 and never fully occupied, this home shows like new. The current owner invested nearly $1.2 million in the build and documented over $177,000 in custom upgrades beyond the base construction, including a finished bonus room and full upstairs kitchenette, premium granite countertops, upgraded shower enclosures in three bathrooms, plantation shutters throughout, a whole-house backup generator, an 18 SEER variable-speed HVAC system (upstairs and down), leaf guard gutters, front and rear retaining walls, professional landscaping, and an aluminum fence. Full builder documentation from Coastal Cypress Building Company is available on request for buyers who want the complete paper trail behind every finish. The main level has just been freshly painted throughout in soft, neutral tones and photographed to show exactly how the home presents today. It features an open, light-filled layout with upgraded finishes, a well-appointed kitchen with granite countertops and a custom backsplash, and generous workspace throughout. The primary suite offers a quiet retreat on its own wing, and the yard has been reworked for a more open, spacious feel. The oversized two-car garage includes epoxy flooring and built-in storage, and EV charging capability is already in place. Appliance warranties are transferable to the next owner. Beyond the home itself, The Bluffs on the Cape Fear offers a lifestyle that's difficult to replicate: a private restaurant and bar, community pool, fitness center, a private beach club at Oak Island, and private river access with a boat ramp and day dock -- all just a short drive to Wilmington. With a recent professional appraisal at $944,000 and this home now offered at $844,000, the gap between price and documented value is significant, and it won't go unnoticed for long. If you've toured this home before, or have been watching it from a distance, we'd encourage you to schedule a new showing and see it with fresh eyes. Furniture is available with an acceptable offer; décor and personal items do not convey.
| MLS # | 100549566 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $1,920 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2024 |
| Days On Site | 281 |
| Listing Provided By | Landmark Sotheby's International Realty | Molly White |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,749 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | CO-RR |
| Acreage | 0.35 |
| Golf Course | Yes |
| Water Front | Deeded Beach Access, Deeded Water |
| Property View | Pond, Water |
| Interior Features | Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Tray Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Whole-Home Generator, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, 2nd Kitchen, Apt/Suite, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Built-in Features, Gas Log, Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Wi Fi Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air, Zoned, Multi Units |
| Fireplace Features | Gas Log |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Laundry Features | Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room, Utility Sink |
| Furnished | Negotiable |
| Rooms Total | 10 |
| Exterior Features | Shutters - Functional, Irrigation System, Gas Grill, Cluster Mailboxes, DP50 Windows, Garden, Gas Log, Outdoor Grill, Storm Doors, Thermal Doors |
|---|---|
| Roof | Architectural Shingle |
| Foundation Details | Raised, Slab, See Remarks |
| Lot Features | Cul-De-Sac, See Remarks, Deeded Beach Access, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Water Rights, Water Access Comm, Landscaped, Secluded, Sloped, Sprinklers in Front, Sprinklers in Rear |
| Waterfront Features | Deeded Beach Access, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Water Rights, Water Access Comm |
| View | Pond, Water |
| Construction Materials | Fiber Cement, Wood Frame |
| Security Features | Fire Sprinkler System, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Security System Owned |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Parking Features | Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Lighted, Off Street, On Site, Garage |
| Utilities | Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available |
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| Tax Assessed Value | 715250 |
|---|---|
| Tax Book Number | 150 |
| Tax Legal Description | L-152R Ph-1A Bluffs On The Cape Fear Pl-150/79 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Brunswick |
| City | Leland |
| Zip Code | 28451 |
| Community Name | The Bluffs on the Cape Fear |
| School District | Brunswick County Schools |
| Elementary School | Lincoln |
| High School | North Brunswick |
| Listing VS Median (in The Bluffs on the Cape Fear) | |
Price: $844,000 low | high Med: $804,000 sqft: 3,749 low | high Med: 3,124 $ / sqft: $225 low | high Med: $258 On site: 281 low | high Med: 223.5 | |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Brunswick |
| City | Leland |
| Zip Code | 28451 |
| Community Name | The Bluffs on the Cape Fear |
| School District | Brunswick County Schools |
| Elementary School | Lincoln |
| High School | North Brunswick |
| Listing VS Median (in The Bluffs on the Cape Fear) | |
Price: $844,000 low | high Med: $804,000 sqft: 3,749 low | high Med: 3,124 $ / sqft: $225 low | high Med: $258 On site: 281 low | high Med: 223.5 | |