Pleasure Island, which consist of Carolina and Kure Beach, is probably the best place to buy beach property on the east coast. In the last few years the prices of property on the island has become affordable once again. About 5 years ago it was unheard of to find a single family home for under $200,000. If there was, it was usually something to tear down and rebuild. Now that times have changed, there are many single family homes available for purchase that are almost in perfect shape. There is not a single part of the island that is not at least bike riding distance to the beach and with the weather we have that’s basically what I do on my time off. Who doesn’t enjoy hanging out on the beach sucking in the sun and smelling that salt air.
There is a huge variety of neighborhoods that are sure to appeal to just about everyone. There are condo’s , Paradise Cove, that are fairly new that can be bought in the low 100’s. Then you have neighborhoods such as Oceana and Seawatch that a king would appreciate. There is also many builders constructing affordable single family oceanfront properties that are below 7 figures. A new oceanfront property with at least 2500 square.feet at that price is unheard of.
Not only are the prices RIGHT but the island is like a tight knit family. It’s not to big but yet it’s not to small. I think it’s just right. Just in the past few years Carolina Beach has a farmers market every Saturday morning. Besides all the fresh fruits and vegetables there, anyone is welcome to open a stand and sell their creations. I’ve seen some of the neatest arts and crafts made by the locals here on the island. Such creations include candles, paintings, blown glass, jewelry, nautical copper wall mounts,,stained glass décor, and even lighters that look like fishing lures. I had to get one of those. The sky is the limit. The farmers market is also a great place to meet people. I have found that the majority of the people that live on the island are friendly good hearted people.
The night life on the Island is incredible. Every Thursday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Carolina Beach has a fabulous firework show. This draws huge crowds from all over Wilmington. After the fireworks are done it’s time to go listen to some live music. Many of the local bars have live music at least 2 days a week. If it’s music you like, Pleasure Island has a Jazz festival in the Spring and a Blue’s Festival in the fall. Always a great time with well known bands and more food than you can imagine.
If you’re looking for affordable beach property, I would recommend Pleasure Island to just about anyone. Come see what it’s all about!
Written By: BlueCoast agent Jeff Humphrey