Zip Code 28451

• The average selling price of $197,126 has increased 7.1% from first quarter 2013 average selling price of $184,016.
• 33% of sellers in first quarter 2014 paid a concession, compared to 25% for first quarter 2013.
• The average list price of $201,031 for 2014 has increased 7.2% over first quarter 2013 average list price of $187,587.
• The average number of days a property remained on the market for 2014 was 102 days, compared to 115 days for first quarter 2013.
• The median sold price of $175,560 for 2014 has increased 9.7% from first quarter 2013. 
• Sold homes in first quarter 2014 received 98.06% of the asking price, a decrease from 98.10% for first quarter 2013.

Where are the most popular Communities in Leland?

Leland North Carolina is known to be a hotspot in real estate despite the economic conditions of the country. People that have relocated to the Leland area have said they enjoy the climate, low real estate taxes, and variety of new neighborhoods and homes that are available. Leland is located just outside of downtown Wilmington, NC,  where residents have easy access to the restaurants and nightlife of the Riverwalk. For a change of pace, beaches and barrier islands are just a short drive from the Leland area, for the sand and ocean lovers.  Check out the interactive map below and just see where these communities are located, in addition to their close proximity to Wilmington and area beaches.

Click the different communities in Leland for more detail information.

Coastal North Carolina Real Estate on the Water

There are many different options when searching for real estate that has water access or water views in Wilmington, North Carolina and surrounding areas. This highly sought after area is comprised of the Atlantic Ocean, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Cape Fear River.  All of these together create a plethora of navigable waterways, creating a water lovers dream. Below are some coastal North Carolina lifestyle options to choose from.

Ocean Front

There are many oceanfront real estate opportunities to choose from in the Wilmington, NC area. Many different styles and options are available to suit the needs of a variety of buyers.  From condos to townhomes, even custom homes that are oceanfront in many of the different barrier islands in this area, you will find it all here. Locating the perfect oceanfront home or condo in the Wilmington NC area can happen in a variety of locations. To the north of Wilmington you have Topsail Island, which is a beautiful barrier island stretch of beach approximately 22 miles long. Directly east you will find oceanfront condos and homes in the areas of Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, and Kure Beach. Directly south of Wilmington buyers will find the sleepy barrier islands in Brunswick County, which offer many oceanfront real estate options. Come and see for yourself!

ICWW

Some people call it “the ditch” and some people call it “Snowbird Lane”, but the Intracoastal Waterway runs from Maine to Florida, and is the path of many boaters trying to escape the cold winters of the Northeast. In Wilmington as well as Brunswick County, you will find beautiful homes with gorgeous views, access docs, and boat slips right off the ICWW. Down this beautiful waterway buyers will also find communities with marinas and boat ramps, which allows for direct access to the waterway and Atlantic Ocean. Most of the ICWW runs behind beautiful barrier islands surrounding Wilmington, but a part of it runs down the Cape Fear River. Many boating enthusiasts like this type of setting because it gives protection being just behind the islands, all the while giving you direct access to the waterway.

 More good news… You don't have to be directly on the ICWW in order to find a home that has water access or a boat slip. You can find homes for sale offering boat slips on the quaint Harbour Island. Harbour Island rests directly behind Wrightsville Beach and is a beautiful area.  Another option buyers have found is searching at the north end of Carolina Beach. Both of these areas offer a variety of condos and single-family homes for sale featuring water access and boat slips. 

Riverfront

If saltwater living isn’t your thing, you can also find different real estate opportunities that are situated on the riverfront. There are two main areas when looking for homes that have beautiful river views. In Wilmington, you will find homes that backup to the Northeast Cape Fear River, offering a quiet and more peaceful environment while remaining a little farther away from town. There also different areas of the Cape Fear River, some of which are in Wilmington and others in Brunswick County that offer riverfront living. Additional areas to search for real estate boasting river views would be Lockwood Folly, Shallotte, and Calabash, all located in Brunswick County, NC. So many options in this area when seeking waterfront/access living!

Brunswick Forest Community Photos

Here are some great community photos of different types of amenities and activities that go on at Brunswick Forest. There are many different things to choose from such as pools, tennis courts, fitness center, walk trails,and golf course. They also offer many different style homes for sale. Click here to find out more about this fast-growing community in Leland, North Carolina.

Brunswick Forest Photos

Where is the best place to get breakfast in Leland & Wilmington?

The Dixie Grill is your answer!  It is located on Market St in downtown Wilmington.  This local spot is worth checking out if you are in town exploring the area.  The Dixie Grill has it all and has won several awards.  The location is great being in the heart of downtown and it is only two blocks from the Riverfront  Grab your cup of joe and go explore Wilmington!

Homes Sales Data from the Wilmington MLS - Dec 2013

Looks like the Wilmington NC housing market continues to improve.  Average sales prices are up along with total units sold.  

Data provided by ActiveRain.com. ActiveRain is an online community of real estate professionals who exchange best practices, write real estate blogs, and get free education from the industry and their peers.

New Shopping in Leland NC

Located in Leland, North Carolina, there is a commercial town center that has been in the works for the past several years, despite the recent recession. The Villages at Brunswick Forest represents approximately 600,000 ft.² of commercial space. Who would've ever thought of building a commercial town center in the middle of a recession? Well… someone did and here we are! The Villages at Brunswick Forest is moving forward and is already a huge success. The nice thing about this town center is that it benefits the entire community as well as Leland and its surrounding areas. There's plenty of room for future stores and future growth. Listed below are a few of the key companies that are already established in the village town center of Brunswick Forest:

 The town center has created an influx of many medical businesses that are responding to the growth and demands of the Leland, NC area. There is already pharmacy, dentistry, orthopedics, veterinarian, orthodontics, oral surgery, and internal medicine services located in the center. 

• New Hanover Regional Medical
• Austiin Southeastern Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Brunswick Forest Veterinary Hospital
• OrthoWilmington
• Wilmington Health
• Blue Wave Dentistry
• Cherubini Orthodontics
• CVS Pharmacy

Folks in Leland can enjoy a delicious meal at Pizzetta's Pizzeria or start the day off right with the cup of joe from Port city Java. The town center also provides a brand-new Lowe's food grocery store. Other conveniences in the town center are State Farm insurance, Edward James, Shoe Center, Murray Framing, Tideline Home Fashions, and BB&T banking.  

 The Villages at Brunswick Forest is a huge asset to the Leland community, and it's only going to become better and better with more shops and more growth. Come check it out!

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St James Plantation

Community Life at St James

St. James plantation is an active adult community located in the town of Southport, North Carolina. St. James is well-known for its incredible golf courses, gentle winters, and its prime location, being just minutes from the beach. Resident golfers enjoy 81 holes of championship golf, beautiful clubhouses, and many men's and women's golf clubs and golf associations. It's not all about golf at St. James plantation, however.  The community offers many other amenities for all areas of interest, to include a state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis center, and an indoor aquatics center. What about having your own place at the beach? Well St. James also has an oceanfront Beach Club facility at Oak Island to accommodate just that! Homeowners enjoy taking friends and family out to the beach for a day and then finishing up at the club with a cool dip in the pool. How can this get any better? St. James plantation is also great for water lovers. They offer homes along the intracoastal waterway, a full-service marina, and drydock storage for boats. Residents enjoy fishing in the marina and intracoastal waterway, all while having easy access out to the Atlantic Ocean for big game fish.

Real Estate at St James Plantation

There are many options to choose from when searching for homes for sale in St. James plantation. They offer condos around Village Marina, patio homes and villas, and also homesites to build any plan you desire. In the Woodlands Park collection in  St. James, homesites start in the 80s. Here you will find homesites surrounded by parks, nature reserves, and lakes. Home builders in this section include Barker & Canady, Bill Clark Homes, Satterwhite Builders, Kent Homes, and Logan Homes. In their SeaSide neighborhood they have homes starting in the mid-200's, along with many floor plans ranging from approximately 1300sqf up to 2000sqft. There are also a lot of great resale home opportunities at St. James Plantation.This is due in large part to the fact that the community has been around and established for quite some time.

Southport NC Area

There are a lot of things to be said for living in or around the small, quaint town of Southport, North Carolina. Southport sits just behind both Bald Head Island and Oak Island, at the mouth of the Cape Fear River. Southport's surrounding estuaries and waterways greet the Atlantic Ocean making it a wonderful playground for fishermen and boaters. The climate in this region offers a distinct four seasons without the headache of snow or ice. The average temperature in the wintertime in Southport North Carolina is about 52°, making it a great area to retire and relocate to. Living by a small fishing town does have its perks when it comes to dinnertime. Folks here enjoy fresh seafood practically all year round, to include oysters, shrimp, tuna, wahoo, and mahi-mahi. In addition, Southport is only 30 minutes away from the city of Wilmington (to the north), and only 45 minutes away from Myrtle Beach South Carolina. Real estate taxes in Southport are very affordable, again making it an excellent place for relocation. Real estate taxes on a home value at 300,000 would cost approximately $2000 in the Southport town limits. 

So what are you waiting for? Southport and St. James Plantation are ready to welcome you with low cost of living, excellent weather and tons of activities to do!

by Brian Schrader