Why this home stands out
New construction in 2026 means everything — roof, mechanicals, appliances, finishes — is at the start of its lifespan. Five bedrooms give you genuine flexibility: a dedicated home office, a guest suite, a playroom, or whatever your household actually needs. Three full baths means no one is waiting in line on a school morning. This is the kind of square footage and bedroom count that's genuinely hard to find at this price point in Camden County.
SOUTH MILLS LANDING and the South Mills real estate market
South Mills is a small, unhurried community in Camden County, North Carolina, sitting just south of the Virginia state line along the Dismal Swamp Canal corridor. Life here moves at a pace that's hard to replicate closer to the city — wide lots, low traffic, and neighbors who wave. The town has a genuine small-town character without feeling isolated: you're a short drive from Elizabeth City to the south and the Hampton Roads metro to the north. Camden County is one of the fastest-growing rural counties in northeastern North Carolina, attracting families who want more space without sacrificing reasonable commute distances. The landscape is flat and green, with water never far away — the canal, the Pasquotank River, and the broader Albemarle Sound region shape the outdoor culture here. If you're comparing South Mills homes for sale against busier suburban markets, the trade-off is clear: you get more home, more land, and more quiet.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Jasmine Court. Paradise Family Grocery is just 0.9 miles away — close enough for a quick run without planning your whole afternoon around it. Hunt Brothers Pizza, 0.7 miles out, covers the easy weeknight dinner. For a broader grocery run, Elizabeth City is a reasonable drive south and carries the full range of big-box retail, dining, and services. Outdoor recreation is a natural draw here: the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail offers miles of flat, scenic biking and walking, and water access points along the Pasquotank River system are within easy reach for fishing and kayaking.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly 44 minutes north — a manageable commute that puts you in a completely different cost-of-living environment. A VA loan can make financing a new-construction home like this one more accessible than many buyers expect, and five bedrooms gives your household room to grow through multiple duty cycles without needing to upsize again.
For families upgrading
If your current home has outgrown your family, 140 Jasmine Court answers the question directly: five bedrooms, three full baths, and 2,540 square feet of new construction means you're not inheriting anyone else's deferred maintenance. Families comparing South Mills homes for sale will find that new builds at this bedroom count are a short list — this one is worth a close look.
More buyer questions
How far is 140 Jasmine Court from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive is approximately 44 minutes north via US-17, making it a workable daily commute for service members stationed there. Depending on your shift schedule, you'd be traveling against the heaviest traffic flow.
Is 140 Jasmine Court in a flood zone?
Camden County does have areas with varying flood designations given its low-lying coastal plain geography. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA flood zone designation for this parcel.
What is the lot size at 140 Jasmine Court?
Lot size details are best confirmed through the current listing data or a title search, as final recorded dimensions for 2026 new construction can vary from preliminary plats.
Does 140 Jasmine Court have an HOA?
HOA status for this community should be confirmed directly — new subdivisions in Camden County sometimes establish HOAs as phases are completed, so it's worth verifying before closing.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a new-construction home like this one?
Yes — a VA loan can absolutely be used for new construction, though the process involves a few additional steps compared to a resale purchase, including builder approval and construction inspections. The VA loan page on this site has more detail on how the process works.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of North Carolina and the Hampton Roads market well — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 140 Jasmine Court.
