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$2,400,000
100546088 MLS
Pristine location inside city limits with deep water frontage. Located across the street from Jacksonville Landing. Property has been bulk-headed. Great location just off 17/258. *

000 Old Bridge St, Jacksonville
$1,031,000
100546079 MLS
Beautifully cleared deep water parcel on the New River. Pristine location inside city limits, perfect for your business venture. The lot is located right across the street from the Jacksonville boat launch and has excellent access to Hwy 17/258. Bring your vision and make this one your own.

147 Old Bridge St, Jacksonville
$350,000
100546062 MLS
Beautiful lot on the New River in downtown Jacksonville. Deep water access-great location-the perfect place to build your dream home! Boat house with lift and 2 boat slips. The lot is bulkheaded and ready! Deep water from New River with access to Intercoastal and the ocean. Water and electric in place on property and sewer tap already paid and in place. ***Motivated Seller *** Water and electric is installed. Sewer Tap in place.

205 Anne St, Jacksonville
$657,900
100545539 MLS
Discover refined coastal living at The Retreat at Redd's Cove in Holly Ridge. This thoughtfully planned waterfront community is designed for those who value lifestyle as much as location. Residents can enjoy the amenities area featuring a community boat ramp, day dock, kayak storage, fire pits, and outdoor gathering spaces, creating a natural hub for time on the water and evenings with friends. This exceptional Intracoastal Waterway homesite offers half an acre with approximately 93 feet of direct water frontage, delivering expansive, unobstructed views that change beautifully throughout the day. The generous lot size provides the perfect canvas to design and build a custom coastal home tailored to your vision. From sunrise reflections to effortless access for boating and paddling, this property invites you to fully embrace the coastal lifestyle. Secure your place in Redd's Cove and begin creating a waterfront retreat where every day feels like a getaway.

209 Bethea St, Holly Ridge
$695,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100545515 MLS
Enjoy elevated lakefront living in this thoughtfully designed home just completed by Herrington Homes, proudly introducing their first home in the waterfront community of Sunset Reach. Set on an elevated homesite overlooking the community's picturesque 10-acre lake and scenic walking trails, this 5-bedroom, 3-bath home captures the essence of relaxed coastal living with modern comfort and style. The open living area is designed for gathering and everyday ease, featuring water-resistant wood laminate flooring throughout the first-floor living spaces and bedrooms, designer lighting fixtures, and a welcoming family room centered around a 50'' electric fireplace anchored by built-in cabinetry and open shelving--a warm and stylish focal point. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the living space and is anchored by a large center island, with Quartz countertops, under-cabinet lighting, a gas range, microwave drawer, pantry, and a convenient dry bar--ideal for entertaining or casual nights at home. Two bedrooms on the main level offer exceptional flexibility, including a serene primary suite retreat and a second guest bedroom perfect for family, visitors, or a private home office. Just off the kitchen and living areas, a screened porch and patio overlook the lake, creating an inviting outdoor extension for morning coffee or evening breezes. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a versatile rec room provide space for guests, hobbies, or movie nights. Additional features include a tankless gas water heater and a 50-amp pre-wire in the garage for electric vehicle charging, adding modern convenience and efficiency. Life at Sunset Reach is centered around water, wellness, and connection. Residents enjoy access to a riverfront marina, pickleball court, kayak and paddle board launches, peaceful interior lake, walking trails and a future pool and clubhouse. This beautifully crafted home can be yours!

1212 Rockhill Rd, Castle Hayne
$138,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 100545355 MLS ⋅ Topsail Reef BLDG.
Affordable oceanfront living at its finest! Wake up to breathtaking, unobstructed ocean views and savor spectacular sunrises and sunsets from your private oceanfront balcony. This is your chance to fully embrace beach life in a stunning top-floor condo located in the sought-after Topsail Reef community of North Topsail Beach. Inside, you'll find an open, inviting layout with stylish wood-look tile flooring throughout—perfect for easy coastal living. Light, airy coastal tones amplify the beachy vibe, while the fully equipped kitchen offers generous storage and everything you need for effortless entertaining or relaxing seaside meals. Highly desirable for both personal use and vacation rentals, these units don't last long! The Topsail Reef HOA covers cable, internet, water, sewer, trash, and building insurance—making ownership simple and stress-free. Even better, this condo comes fully furnished and move-in ready, complete with linens, cleaning supplies and a sleeper sofa for guests. This property pays for itself! Check out the rental income history! Whether you're searching for a personal beachfront retreat or a strong income-producing investment, this oceanfront gem delivers it all. 🌊🏖️

2224 New River Inlet Rd Unit Unit 337, North Topsail Beach
$1,050,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100545312 MLS
This unique, legacy property is ready to bring lots of beach fun to another family/owner. This location is one to pass down to further generations. You have a no wake zone canal access in the back to protect your boat from wake action. You also have the amazing ICW views with the second parcel across the street. High Point St has a beach access between it and Lumberton Street for your days on the sand. The proximity to the island center businesses by Brunswick Avenue makes transportation around the island a breeze. This furnished classic beach cottage H plan utilizes every foot of space and even has remodeled bathrooms and kitchen. The LVP flooring makes cleanup quick. Porches, both open and covered, on the front and the back, make shade or sun chasing easy. This house has a large open garage area, outdoor shower, fenced in yard, and a boat lift in the back. The bulkhead was replaced in June 2025 and rear yard had new sod installed too. It has a rental history of long and short term, if additional income is wanted. Take a look, this location is premier!

161 High Point St, Holden Beach
$778,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100545181 MLS
SELLERS OFFERING $10,000. TOWARDS CLOSING COST ASSISTANCE OR RATE BUY DOWN! Come see this freshly painted canal home with amazing views! From the front porch, you have the most beautiful sunsets over the appx. 50 acre marsh. From the back deck, you can view the entire canal from Greensboro St. to High Point St. where you can watch others fishing, swimming, or kayaking around the canals. You know what they say about real estate...it is all about the location, and this home has the perfect location. Inside you will find a totally updated kitchen with new cabinets, granite countertops, appliances, and farm sink. Three bedrooms and two updated bathrooms with tiled showers and granite countertops. Large living room area with views of the canal. Updated flooring throughout. New HVAC, roof & gutters in 2024. Two car garage under the house with new garage doors & motors, lighting, and plenty of room for two cars, workshop, storage room, and half bath. Walk out into the fenced in back yard with an outside shower. Fish from your newer dock or take your boat off the newer 10,000. pd boat lift and fish out in the ICW. Walk to the beach access close by, to the General Store, or ice cream at Haley's Ice Cream Shop. Truly one of the best locations on the island. Home is not currently in a rental program but would make a great rental as it is being sold furnished, backs to the canal for all the water activities, and has a close beach access.

142 Greensboro St, Holden Beach
$2,500,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100545049 MLS
Discover your own private lakeside retreat on 9.74 acres of land and water combined, featuring not one but two homes on the property. This rare opportunity offers endless possibilities—use one as your primary residence and the other as a guest house, rental, or multi-generational living space. Enjoy expansive wooded surroundings, unmatched privacy, and your own stretch of sparkling lake frontage perfect for fishing, kayaking, and peaceful waterfront views. Whether you envision a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or an investment with built-in potential, this exceptional lakefront acreage delivers the ideal blend of beauty, space, and versatility.

33 Pender Lake Rd, Currie
$29,000
100544327 MLS
Come be a part of this charming Rocky Point community! Located just north of Castle Hayne and only 15-20 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, Rambling Branch Acres offers peaceful rural living with no HOA—yet the neighborhood is filled with well-maintained homes in a variety of styles. This wooded .85-acre corner lot sits at the intersection of North Drive and the Access Road, which is private, while still carrying a North Drive address. The beautiful home next door is connected to municipal water, and the water meter is located in the North Drive easement. A buyer would simply need to run the line to the property, and most builders include this type of work in their new-build pricing. The water views from this lot are a true highlight. With only the Access Road between the property and the pond, the scenery is serene and inviting. Lot details: approximately .85 acres with dimensions of 110x277x156x330. A perc test was completed in 2018 and the property did not perc at that time; however, the price reflects this. Pender County can perform an updated perc test, and a variety of modern system options may allow for installation of a suitable septic system. Builder would normally include in the price of the New Build-A drive-by visit is highly recommended to appreciate the neighborhood and the lovely pond views. Enjoy quiet country living just minutes from Wilmington—with no city taxes! Seller will look at all offers

8 North Dr, Rocky Point
$525,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100544302 MLS ⋅ Ocean Dunes BLDG.
This is the OCEANFRONT Condo you have been waiting for! 2 bed 2 bath end unit that comes fully furnished. Excellent rental history for investment or wonderful getaway for your own escape to the island. New bay window and sliding glass door that opens up to an amazing balcony overlooking the ocean for unforgettable sunsets. Nicely remodeled. HOA fees include flood and wind & hail insurance, pest control, building & common ground maintenance, Resort amenities, 3 outdoor & 1 indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, basketball, fitness room & tennis courts. Make an appointment to tour this amazing condo today!

1701 Sand Dollar Ct, Kure Beach
$683,000
100544179 MLS
Wide marshfront views • Exceptional privacy • Beautifully proportioned homesite With its broad marsh frontage and beautifully wooded approach, 83 Cape Creek Road offers an inviting canvas for a home designed to immerse you in Bald Head Island's natural beauty. This spacious lot overlooks a striking stretch of Cape Creek, where sculpted tidal channels and wide-open marsh plains create an ever-changing backdrop of color, wildlife, and reflected sky. The homesite sits slightly elevated and offers a more intimate, tucked-away feel than many parcels, with mature trees framing open water views to the west and southwest. It's ideally positioned for a residence that captures afternoon light, dramatic sunsets, and breezy outdoor living spaces oriented toward the marsh. With access to Middle Island's private dock, kayak launch, and tranquil natural environment, this property provides a setting that blends seclusion with adventure—perfect for those seeking a slower pace and a front-row seat to one of the island's most captivating ecosystems. Serene, spacious, and rich with possibility, 83 Cape Creek Road is an exceptional opportunity to build with nature as your daily inspiration.

83 Cape Creek Rd, Bald Head Island
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