Lakes at Riverbend is one of the fastest-growing new construction communities in the Wilmington and Brunswick County region, offering affordable homes, modern townhomes, spacious floor plans, and convenient access to Wilmington, Leland, beaches, shopping, and major employment centers. Buyers are drawn to Lakes at Riverbend for its newer construction, strong value, family-friendly atmosphere, and exceptional location within one of coastal North Carolina’s most active growth corridors.
Located in Navassa, North Carolina near Leland and Wilmington, Lakes at Riverbend features beautifully designed single-family homes and townhomes with open-concept layouts, attached garages, energy-efficient construction, and modern finishes designed for families, first-time buyers, relocation clients, retirees, and professionals seeking affordable coastal-region ownership.
What Homes in Lakes at Riverbend Are Like
Homes in Lakes at Riverbend combine modern construction with affordable suburban living and flexible floor plans.
Single-family homes and townhomes with modern designs
New construction homes built primarily from 2024-2026
Homes ranging from approximately 1,100 to nearly 2,800 heated square feet
Open-concept layouts with abundant natural light
Attached garages and private driveways
Energy-efficient construction and smart-home features
Outdoor patios, porches, and backyard living spaces
Flexible floor plans ideal for families and remote work
Affordable ownership opportunities near Wilmington
Strong relocation and first-time buyer appeal
Many homes feature quartz or granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, spacious primary suites, walk-in closets, modern cabinetry, bonus rooms, energy-efficient systems, covered porches, and low-maintenance living designed for today’s homeowners.
Popular Features in Lakes at Riverbend Homes
Affordable new construction homes
Modern open-concept floor plans
Attached garages and storage areas
Energy-efficient construction
Townhome and single-family options
Convenient access to Wilmington and Leland
Strong first-time buyer and relocation appeal
Family-friendly suburban atmosphere
Excellent long-term growth potential
Comfortable low-maintenance ownership
The Lakes at Riverbend Lifestyle
Lakes at Riverbend offers a convenient suburban coastal lifestyle with easy access to Wilmington, beaches, shopping, recreation, and major transportation corridors.
Minutes from Leland and Downtown Wilmington
Easy access to area beaches and coastal recreation
Close to shopping centers, restaurants, and healthcare facilities
Convenient commute to Wilmington employment centers
Near golf courses, boating, and outdoor recreation
Quiet suburban neighborhood atmosphere
Popular with relocation buyers and growing families
Excellent balance of affordability and convenience
Residents enjoy beach trips, boating, shopping, dining, golf, and Wilmington-area entertainment while maintaining the comfort and value of a growing suburban Brunswick County community.
Lakes at Riverbend Real Estate Market
Lakes at Riverbend remains one of the region’s strongest new construction communities due to its affordability, location, and consistent buyer demand.
Townhomes generally range from the mid $200s to low $300s+
Single-family homes generally range from the low $300s to over $500s+
Strong demand for affordable new construction near Wilmington
Popular with first-time buyers, retirees, and relocation clients
Excellent long-term growth potential in Brunswick County
Homes with upgraded interiors, larger floor plans, modern kitchens, outdoor entertainment areas, premium lot locations, and energy-efficient upgrades often command premium pricing within the community.
Why Buyers Love Lakes at Riverbend
Affordable new construction near Wilmington
Modern homes with energy-efficient designs
Townhome and single-family ownership options
Convenient access to Leland and Wilmington
Strong relocation and first-time buyer appeal
Excellent long-term Brunswick County growth potential
Family-friendly suburban atmosphere
Low-maintenance ownership opportunities
Close proximity to beaches and recreation
One of Brunswick County’s fastest-growing communities
Frequently Asked Questions About Lakes at Riverbend
Where is Lakes at Riverbend located?
Lakes at Riverbend is located in Navassa, North Carolina near Leland, Wilmington, beaches, shopping centers, golf courses, and major Brunswick County attractions.
What types of homes are available in Lakes at Riverbend?
Lakes at Riverbend features both single-family homes and townhomes with modern floor plans, attached garages, and energy-efficient construction.
Why is Lakes at Riverbend popular?
Buyers love Lakes at Riverbend for its affordability, newer construction, convenient location near Wilmington, and strong long-term value in Brunswick County’s growing housing market.
Is Lakes at Riverbend attractive for first-time buyers and relocation clients?
Yes. Lakes at Riverbend is highly attractive for first-time buyers, relocation clients, and families seeking affordable modern homes near Wilmington and coastal North Carolina attractions.
Are Lakes at Riverbend homes good investments?
Yes. Lakes at Riverbend homes continue to benefit from strong buyer demand, rapid Brunswick County growth, and increasing interest in affordable new construction communities near Wilmington.
Watch a short video on the Lakes at Riverbend
“Video recorded by Brian Schrader, Coastline NC Real Estate.
Full video transcript on the Lakes at Riverbend Community Overview
Hey. Welcome back to another Community Spotlight. Today, we're gonna be talking about the lakes at Riverbend. Hi. My name is Brian Schrader. I'm with the Coastline NC Real Estate team here in, Wilmington, North Carolina. Been living in this area since 1996. I've been doing real estate for the past 20 years, and, we we thanks thank you guys for watching these videos. So we're gonna talk about, Riverbend. It's the lakes at Riverbend, actually, and it is a new development built by Ryan Holmes. It's located actually in the town of Nevesa, just just slightly north of Leland. But, as you can see here, it's a great community. It's close to downtown Wilmington. hop, skip, and jump, and you could be at the riverfront with restaurants and all the things to do. Your closest beach is going to be Wrightsville Beach. Here's a shot of the, pretty, bluish green water, white sandy beaches. So you can get here probably in about, probably about 20, 25 minute ride to, get the ride to a beach. So, let's take a look at the location. Here's a map. you could see with the red arrow, it's located just west of Wilmington, just north of Leland. And it's right off, the I 140, bypass, which is kinda convenient because it makes it really easy for people to get to it, and when they're coming in and out of town, so to speak. So let's take a look at, the, flood map that I do for all my communities. Here's a satellite shot and it's just been updated. You can see that this is a ground floor opportunity. It's very new, but you can see there's a slight brown area to the south. That's the AE zone, and none of the homes and townhomes are going to be built in that area. So, currently, you are not required to carry flood insurance on a house if you own 1 in the lakes at Riverbend. let's talk about some of the figures, Nevada in Brunswick County are based on assessed value. So if you have a home that's, assessed at 300, 000, you'll roughly pay around 15.25 per year in annual real estate tax. Now the HOAs, on a single family home, there are 20 they're 2160 per year, and that does include the lawn care and all of the amenities, which we'll talk about in a minute. The townhouses here, the 2 story townhouses, they're gonna run about the same. It's 21.60, per year. Now, that only includes the exterior maintenance, the roof, and the landscaping. It does not, include the insurance, the wind and hail and hazard insurance. So you'd be treated almost as if it was a single family home, and I think that's why they're, they're the same price per year. So you will have to get your own insurance, which is kinda different than some of the other townhouse products out there. But let's look at what it covers. It's gonna be covering the clubhouse, community pool, fitness center, maintenance in the common area, maintenance of your own personal yard, which is nice, the roads, pickleball courts, playgrounds, sidewalks, and street lights. Now this, let's take a look at the the community map here. You'll see that there's a there's a shot of some of the single family homes and townhomes, and you'll see there in the middle, that is their proposed, pool fitness center clubhouses. So it is not built yet. So it is proposed. it should be. There's the land. It's it's there. they haven't started construction on it yet, but pretty typical in some of these communities that they get the houses going before they put in the amenities. Now let's take a look. Here's some shots of some of the architecture that you'll find on their single family homes here. a lot of them have, you know, some there's some hardy, there's some stacked stone accents. They have a a row of models, which we'll look at here in a second, to where you can get an idea of what the community looks like. Here, you get a list, this fly over the community. Here's their model row, area where you can come and you could take a look at some of their their homes and see the appointments that are in it. Here's a shot driving in the street of some of their townhouses that they've completed already. they're 2 story. They do have come with a 1 car garage. And here's a they're gonna have multiple sections of these throughout the, development. As you can see, it is ground floor. they are still building new. they just got started in this neighborhood about a year ago, so there's plenty of opportunity to get involved in the Riverbend, community, built by Ryan Homes. So here's some shots. Just driving through some of the completed areas. If you look over here, you know, you'll see that there's plenty of building pads available to build on. So it's a good, time to get into this community. What I'll do is I'll post a link in the description. Here's a shot, like, looking over Sutton Lake and Cape Fear River in the background along with some building pad pads for future development. And, who knows when those will be released, but, looks like they're gonna be there for a few years, constructing homes. But what I'll do is I'll post a link in the, description of this video so you guys can get an idea of what things are selling for, what's available, and, what things have sold for. But for anything else, if you have any questions, you know, give us a call here at the number. You can shoot me an email. Again, it's Brian Schrader with the Coastline NC Real Estate Team at Blue Coast. And, this is, the Lakes at Riverbend. So give us a call if you have any questions, and we hope to see you guys here in the next community update. Have a great day.
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