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$499,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100539487 MLS ⋅ Villa Capriani BLDG.

Island elegance meets modern comfort at Villa Capriani. Unit 118A at 790 New River Inlet Road is a spacious three-bedroom, three-bath coastal retreat offering more than 1,400 square feet of beautifully updated living space. This first-floor condo combines luxury finishes, a thoughtful layout, and resort-style amenities—creating the perfect escape or income-producing investment. From the moment you step inside, natural light fills the open living area and highlights the seamless flow between kitchen, dining, and lounge spaces. The fully renovated kitchen features white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a tile backsplash, and an oversized single-basin sink. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or entertaining friends, the large center island anchors the space with style and functionality. Each bedroom feels like a private suite, complete with its own full bathroom—ideal for families or guests. The primary suite opens onto the expansive balcony, where you can relax and take in tranquil views of both the ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Elegant LVP flooring, designer lighting, and coastal décor throughout create a bright, modern atmosphere. Located within the sought-after Villa Capriani community, you'll have access to multiple oceanfront pools, hot tubs, tennis courts, and an on-site restaurant—plus direct beach access just steps away. Offered fully furnished and rental-ready, this condo delivers an exceptional turnkey opportunity for investors and beach lovers alike. Own your piece of Topsail Island paradise—Unit 118A is ready to welcome you home.

790 New River Inlet Rd Unit Unit 118a, North Topsail Beach

$950,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100539099 MLS

Experience the best of coastal living in this stunning ICW waterfront home, nestled between Ocean Isle Beach and Sunset Beach. With breathtaking views from both levels and a private dock, this home offers the perfect balance of luxury and laid-back living. With the recent price reductions, this home is now aggressively priced so that you can make the changes and updates you desire in order to make it your own. This spacious home features four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. The first floor boasts an open-concept layout with a large living area and kitchen, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. Ceramic tile flooring adds a touch of elegance throughout, while the first-floor bedroom with an ensuite bathroom offers privacy and comfort. A half bath and spacious laundry room add convenience. The expansive covered back deck is ideal for enjoying the stunning waterway views and ocean breezes. Upstairs, the generous living area features a wet bar and panoramic windows showcasing the amazing views. The owner's suite includes an ensuite bathroom, hardwood floors, and direct access to the upper deck. Two additional bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, each with access to the front deck. The home has been meticulously maintained, with a new roof installed in 2019 and comes mostly furnished with a small list of exceptions. Beneath the house, two storage rooms offer space for all your outdoor gear, and an outdoor shower provides a refreshing rinse after a day on the water. The private dock has a great seating area that is perfect for enjoying the serene waterway views or throwing a line in the water to catch dinner. Water and Electric are run to the dock but temporarily disconnected based on Seasonal use. Please note that short-term rentals are not permitted as outlined in the CC&R. Don't miss your chance to own this coastal gem--schedule a tour today!

726 Waterway Dr Sw, Sunset Beach

$295,000

100538999 MLS

Don't miss this opportunity to live in one of the area's most sought-after communities. Located in the heart of Compass Pointe and surrounded by Cardinal Lake, this exceptional homesite, nestled in the new Harbor Cove neighborhood right by the amenities offers the perfect blend of exceptional lake views and modern convenience. Compass Pointe is a thoughtfully designed, master-planned community that embraces the charm of coastal living and is perfectly located just minutes from downtown Wilmington, NC. Residents enjoy a lifestyle centered around nature, recreation, and community, with access to world-class amenities such as the Grand Lanai, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis & pickleball courts, wellness center, lazy river, dog park, and walking trails. Homeowners can also join the exclusive Compass Pointe Golf Club, a private club offering championship greens, a members-only clubhouse with dining, a members-only pool, and a premier golfing experience.

1216 Bella Vista Ln Ne, Leland

$1,350,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100538887 MLS

Wake up to breathtaking water views and wind down with vibrant sunset skies--this is life on the river at Sunset Reach, a gated waterfront community just 10 minutes by boat or car to historic downtown Wilmington. Built by Copper Builders, a 3x Builder of the Year, this luxury home blends elevated design with laid-back coastal living. Rare in Wilmington, the walk-out basement offers the perfect space for a guest retreat, media room, and home gym. The open-concept main living area is designed for connection--whether you're cooking in the chef-inspired kitchen, relaxing in the great room, or stepping out onto one of the multiple outdoor living spaces to catch golden-hour views of the NE Cape Fear River. The flow of this home supports how you truly live--space to gather, space to retreat, and daily inspiration just beyond your windows. From sunrise kayaking on the private 12-acre lake to live music under the stars at Live Oak Bank Pavilion, your days can be as relaxed or as energized as you choose. Whether you're seeking a peaceful primary residence or a weekend escape, Sunset Reach offers the best of both worlds--riverfront living with quick access to downtown Wilmington and just 20 minutes to the tranquil shores of Wrightsville Beach. Best of all, there's still time to customize your finishes and make it uniquely yours. Schedule your tour today and let us help you design a home that lives as beautifully as it looks.

2753 Alvernia Dr, Castle Hayne

$849,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100538733 MLS

Seller is offering a $10,000 Use-As-You-Choose credit with an acceptable offer! Apply it toward closing costs, rate buy-down, updates, or personalize the home to fit your needs. Discover relaxed coastal living where breathtaking marsh, Intracoastal Waterway, sound, and partial ocean views become part of your everyday backdrop. Five spacious deck options provide the perfect setting for sunrise coffee, afternoon boat watching, coastal breezes, and unforgettable sunset skies. Located on a quiet, non-through street just a short walk, roll, or stroll to the beach, this home is part of a sought-after community reserved for homeowners and second-home residents, where rentals of less than six months are not permitted. The result is a peaceful neighborhood where neighbors know one another and lasting friendships replace the constant turnover of weekly vacation rentals. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home features an elevator serving every level, a fireplace for cozy evenings, an expanded driveway, fenced yard, outdoor shower, water softener, attic storage, and exterior storage for all your beach gear. The raised backyard creates an inviting outdoor living space, complete with an additional deck that's perfect for relaxing, grilling, or gathering with friends and family. Launch your kayak or paddleboard nearby, cast a line for an afternoon of fishing, or spend the day at the beach before cooling off at the community pool and clubhouse. For boating enthusiasts, the Topsail Island Yacht Club is less than two miles away. The current owners have enjoyed keeping their boat there, making it easy to embrace the boating lifestyle without the maintenance and expense of waterfront ownership. Whether your perfect day includes boating, fishing, shelling, or simply enjoying the ever-changing coastal views, this home offers the lifestyle so many dream about. While designated as a townhouse, the thoughtful design lives like a single-family home. The neighboring residence is connected by the exterior storage roof, with no shared living walls, providing an exceptional sense of privacy along with the convenience of low-maintenance coastal living.

125 S Boca Bay Ln Unit B, Surf City

$275,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100538778 MLS ⋅ Brunswick Plantation BLDG.

PRIME LOCATION! This 1st Floor End Unit is a true showstopper, Pond Front with Golf Course Views and completely transformed with high-end upgrades throughout! Step inside to find luxury vinyl plank flooring, Quartz countertops, a designer kitchen with Insta-Hot faucet, deep single sink, built-in pantry, two custom hutch cabinets, and a coffee bar. Enjoy luxury in every room, four Queen Beds, large flat-screen TVs with surround sound, custom built-ins, and extra storage throughout. The inviting living area features cozy furniture, an electric fireplace, entertainment center with family games, and a slider leading to your private covered patio overlooking the tranquil pond and golf greens. Smart home features include Nest thermostat, keyless entry, and remote-controlled ceiling fans. The studio kitchenette is fully stocked, perfect for guests or rental flexibility. Morning light floods the condo, creating a bright, airy retreat ideal for extended stays or vacation escapes. Currently on a rental program with bookings well into 2026--making this a turnkey income-producing investment! Brunswick Plantation Resort-Style Living offers: 24-hour gated community, 27 holes of William Byrd-designed golf, Indoor & outdoor pools, hot tubs, fitness centers, Clubhouses, walking trails, tennis, pickleball & on-site restaurants. HOA includes landscaping, exterior maintenance, Master insurance, water/sewer, trash, cable & fiber internet. Perfect as a primary home, vacation getaway, or investment property. Rent the villa & studio together or separately. VRBO, AirBNB short-term rentals allowed! Just 10 minutes to Calabash and 15 minutes to Sunset Beach your luxury coastal escape awaits at 1215 N Middleton Dr #2203!

1215 N Middleton Dr Nw Unit 2203, Calabash

$36,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 100538475 MLS

This enchanting 3-room suite is your perfect gateway to Bald Head Island. Cape Fear Suite ''K'' will not disappoint. Watch the harbor come to life while sitting on the 30-foot covered veranda which adds incredible space to your stay. The décor is pure Nantucket in style and relaxed comfort with all new furnishing to include a queen sleeper sofa, flat panel television, hardwoods throughout. This suite has been completely remodeled top to bottom. The primary bedroom has private access to the balcony. The kitchen has all that you need for the perfect week getaway. A bonus is access to Shoals club during your time at Marsh Harbour Inn. You will also enjoy your own private golf cart to use while enjoying your 4-weeks a year. Turnkey with owning at Marsh Harbor Inn. Just drop your bags and start enjoying your Bald Head vacation starting with a delightful breakfast each morning. 2025/2026 weeks- November 11-20, February 12-19, May 14-21, August 20-27, November 19-26.

21 Keelson Row Unit Cape Fear - K, Bald Head Island

$3,900,000

6 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 100538364 MLS

7 Coggleshall Drive is located in West Ocean Palms, a private, gated community located at the west end of Ocean Isle Beach. This FURNISHED, OCEAN FRONT home, built by Ernie Crews, one of Brunswick County's finest builders, utilizes a REVERSE floor plan to capture the beauty of the strand, ocean, and sound. With approximately 3000 heated square feet on the first and second floors and an additional 600+ heated but 'non-conforming' area on the ground level, this popular beach house features 6 bedrooms , 6 full baths, and 2 half baths. With hardwood floors, a 3 stop elevator, a heated pool, an outdoor kitchen with Wilmington grill, and mounted TVs and decorative fans in all rooms, this large, custom built home is extra special. The first floor hosts the primary bedroom with expansive ocean views, a private deck, fireplace, 55'' TV, an oversized walk-in, tiled shower, ''lighted'' stained glass double sinks, wet bar, and mini-fridge. The first floor theater room includes a 70'' TV mounted over the fireplace, comfortable recliners, and built-in cabinets. A powder room located off the theater room and two additional bedrooms with private baths complete the first floor. The second floor opens up to a spacious great room, dining space, and designer kitchen with ocean views from all areas. A 70'' mounted TV over the great room fireplace is also surrounded by custom built cabinetry. Kitchen appliances include the gas stove top, double ovens (one of which is convection), dishwasher, refrigerator, and trash compactor. The dining area overlooking the ocean has seating for 10 at the table. All of the counters throughout the house have grade 4 granite, including the 10' island kitchen bar which seats 5. With washers and dryer on the first and second floors, 2 tank less water heaters, and numerous games in the recreation room (i.e., a pool table, air hockey, darts, basketball, pinball, etc.), 7 Coggleshall is a popular rental destination grossing $175,000 - $200,000.

7 Coggeshall Dr W, Ocean Isle Beach

$2,825,000

8 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 100538324 MLS

Welcome to 116 Scotch Bonnet Dr, your ultimate oceanfront retreat where luxury seamlessly blends with comfort. This exquisite property features 8 spacious bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms, perfect for large families or memorable group gatherings. Enjoy multiple elegant living areas, designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Indulge in upscale amenities, including a state-of-the-art movie theater, a sparkling swimming pool, and a soothing hot tub to unwind under the stars. Whether you're challenging friends to a game of pool or ping pong, or simply soaking in breathtaking coastal views. Located within walking distance of popular eateries, 116 Scotch Bonnet Dr offers not only a perfect second home but also a lucrative investment opportunity with an established Rental history. 116 Scotch Bonnet offers an unparalleled getaway experience tailored for unforgettable moments and coastal living at its finest.

116 Scotch Bonnet Dr, North Topsail Beach

$629,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100538217 MLS

This new construction home features one of the most beautiful views of the pond and golf course. Sit out on your patio and screened in porch and enjoy much of what Crow Creek has to offer. This home features soaring ceilings and upgrades throughout.

9379 Old Salem Way Nw, Calabash

$739,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100537581 MLS

Golf and pond front new construction home is move-in ready in Lockwood Folly! Nestled on a private cul-de-sac, this stunning Craftsman-style home offers breathtaking views of the 18-hole Willard Byrd golf course and tranquil pond. With 3 beds, 2.5 baths, office, bonus room and spacious 2-car sideload garage, the property seamlessly blend modern elegance with everyday comfort. Handsome french doors open to the exquisite details throughout, including board & batten accents, large crown molding, exposed wood beams and a grand fireplace with stone hearth and wood mantle. The heart of the home--a beautifully appointed kitchen--boasts quartz countertops, white farmhouse sink, and stylish tile backsplash. A stainless vent hood and a pantry add both practicality and flair. The thoughtful split floor plan ensures privacy, with guest bedrooms conveniently located near two baths, each complemented by walk-in closets. Retreat to the serene master suite, where a tray ceiling creates an airy ambiance, and his and her walk-in closets provide ample storage. The luxurious master bath features a tile shower, relaxing soaking tub, and dual vanities that elevate your daily routine. An additional office space on the first floor caters to your work-from-home needs, while the oversized bonus room upstairs provides endless possibilities, complete with walk-in attic access. Outdoor living is equally inviting, as you unwind in the screened-in porch, soaking in the sights and sounds of your peaceful surroundings. The exterior showcases neutral sandy-toned Hardie plank siding with striking brick accents and black windows. And community truly makes a house a home, Lockwood Folly is an established neighborhood with amenities galore including pool, clubhouse, pickleball, tennis boat dock and boat ramp. A home with this many upgraded features and premium lot location will not last long...please schedule your showing today!

2970 Golf Lake Dr Sw, Supply

$70,000

100537472 MLS

Don't miss the chance to own a stunning waterfront lot where you can build the home of your dreams. Surrounded by mature trees, this. private, wooded property offers peace, tranquility, and the beauty of nature all around.

Hwy 53, Burgaw

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