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There’s certainly no shortage of beautiful ocean views in Wilmington’s stunning assortment of beach communities. Whether you are looking to hang your sun visor in a beach front bungalow or to park your sandals in a different sandy setting, you will find what you’re looking for in one of Wilmington’s many beach communities. Start your surfing now!

Wrightsville Beach is one of the most popular beach communities near Wilmington. It is a lively and upscale town with plenty of restaurants, shops, and attractions. The beach is known for its crystal-clear water, soft sand, and perfect waves for surfing.

Carolina Beach is another popular beach community located south of Wilmington. It has a more laid-back atmosphere and is known for its boardwalk, carnival rides, and fishing pier. The beach is wide and sandy, perfect for a day of sunbathing or playing beach volleyball.

Kure Beach is a quieter and more secluded beach community located at the southern end of Pleasure Island. It is known for its picturesque fishing pier, peaceful atmosphere, and family-friendly attractions like the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.

All in all, Wilmington's beach communities offer something for everyone, from lively and bustling to peaceful and secluded, making it an ideal vacation destination for beach lovers.

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$810,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Looking for a community that's both friendly and coastal? Look no further than Kure Beach withexcellent public services and a dog-friendly/family friendly atmosphere! Welcome to your ownpersonal paradise with this custom-built single-owner home built in 2004. This bright and airy 3bedroom|3 bath home including a spacious ground level guest suite, is just five blocks from the beachand close to the greenway! This property is bathed in natural light, creating a warm and invitingatmosphere that's sure to make you feel right at home.The exterior boasts a large front porch and three decks, making it the perfect place to enjoy thebeautiful weather. The private backyard oasis is complete with a hot tub and tiki bar. There is plenty ofstorage throughout the home from the kitchen panty to the main bedroom walk-in closet and anoversize 2 car garage, so you won't have to worry about lack of space. There is even a spotoutside for your golf cart!Whether you're looking to settle down and become a full-time resident, or simply looking for avacation home, Kure Beach has everything you need. The beach, tennis courts, and disc golfcourse offer endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Don't miss out on the opportunityto make this amazing property yours!

1717 Mackerel Lane, Carolina Beach
$2,995,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
Rare opportunity to build a custom waterfront home on South Harbor Island Wrightsville Beach. Unobstructed water views of Banks Channel and ocean views are a possibility. Lot offers direct water access through the park across the street. Historic Cottage on lot is being sold as is, however, could be used as a rental or temporary living while you design your dream home. Lot size is 85 X 70 and would allow up to a 4100 square foot home to be built per Wrightsville Beach guidelines. (Photos 2 and 3 have been photoshopped to show land without house). Short walk or bike ride to beach and Wrightsville Beach School.

204 Jasmine Place, Wrightsville Beach
$650,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
Welcome to this move-in ready home at Carolina Beach! This beautiful brick single level home boasts three spacious bedrooms and two updated bathrooms. The open floor plan creates a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with your family. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, plenty of counter space, and cabinets, plus a convenient breakfast bar. The main areas of the home have hardwood flooring, and the living room has a vaulted ceiling and a cozy fireplace, creating the perfect ambiance for chilly evenings.Step outside to enjoy the screened porch and enclosed courtyard, providing a tranquil outdoor space to relax and unwind. The owner's suite is spacious and offers a private retreat after a long day, complete with a beautifully updated bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower, quartz with double vanities, new fixtures, and flooring. Close to shopping, restaurants and the beach. As an added bonus, this home is in a quiet neighborhood. Boat slips and wet or dry dock storage available nearby. Enjoy island living in this great home at Carolina Beach.

103 Lighthouse Drive, Carolina Beach
$7,495,000
7 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths
Welcome to 805 S. Lumina Ave. This ocean front home located on the south end of Wrightsville Beach has magnificent ocean views from all floors. Walk to the beach on the 6ft wide IPE wood walkway, then wash off from the outdoor showers before entering this 7 bedroom and 7 1/2 baths (2 master bedrooms) home w/beautiful appointments. Enter the foyer and notice the beautiful Travertine tile flooring. Garages hold up to 4 cars. There is also a large storage area. On the first floor you'll see 1 of 2 master bedrooms w/ocean views, walk-in closet and bathroom w/wall-to-wall heated granite floor, 2 person Jacuzzi tub, custom multi-sprayer shower, twin vanities, Toto bidet toilet. 3 more bedrooms all w/their own distinctive tile full baths w/Toto bidet toilets, a living area that could be 8th bedroom and 2 washers and dryers. On the second floor/main living area you'll find a huge living space w/bar, the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen has a rare specimen natural stone countertops and full height back splashes, custom cabinetry and curved radius island that seats 5 persons, 48'' Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, 2 Sub Zeros refrigerator drawers, Wolf 48'' dual fuel range and oven, Dacor range hood exhaust, Dacor warming drawer, 2 Miele dishwashers, 2 multi bowl sinks each w/disposal with tankless on demand hot water, and a walk-in pantry. Relax watching the ocean from the living area or at the full bar which seats 4 has a Sub Zero refrigerator, ice maker and full size Miele dishwasher. Full size storage cabinets are behind the bar. Powder room w/Toto bidet toilet and laundry room w/2 washers and dryers (a total of 4 washers and dryers convey). Another bedroom has vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet and bathroom w/wall to wall slate tiles and custom walk-in shower w/multiple sprayers and river stone pebble floor. The top floor master bedroom has a 35ft wall of windows and panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean. This room has a free-standing double-sided stone fireplace that separates the sitting and bed area. The sitting area has a wet bar w/refrigerator. There are his and her walk-in closets w/custom cabinets. New Hunter Douglas motorized programmable silhouette window treatments. This master bath features his and her vanities, wall to wall Azul Imperial granite tile, 2 person Kohler whirlpool, heated floor, a towel warmer, motorized silhouette window treatments. There is another bedroom with full bath on this floor across from the master. Walk up to the roof top deck and enjoy the panoramic view of the ocean and sound. The deck is wired for a hot tub.

805 S Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach
$4,775,000
5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths
If you enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets with extraordinary water views, then welcome to 101 Salisbury Street. This sound front home located on Banks Channel with 5 bedrooms and 5 1/2 bath comes with 4 18' boat slips. Enjoy sipping your morning coffee or evening beverage from one of the cable railing porches. The home has 9' ceilings with craftsman style flat trim with cove style crown molding and engineered hardwood flooring. The main living level features a kitchen that boasts a Thermador appliance package with a 48'' refrigerator and 48'' gas range with hood, and a beverage cooler, custom kitchen cabinets with easy close doors and drawers, quartz counter tops and pantry. A cozy living room with gas fireplace, full-length Anderson windows and the first master bedroom with ensuite. The second floor has the second master bedroom with ensuite and 3 more bedrooms and 2 baths. Also included are Bayside Lighting Fixtures, Decora light and receptacles. Elevator to all floors. Enjoy what Wrightsville Beach has to offer, shopping, dining and the beach!

101 Salisbury Street W, Wrightsville Beach
$795,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Welcome home to your gorgeous new beach house in Carolina Beach with beautiful canal views! This turn key home is stunning on both the inside and out! This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home with loft area at just under 2,000 sqft has lots of new improvements! Some include gorgeous metal roof in 2019, updated to vinyl siding, new decks throughout, newer windows, fresh interior and exterior paint, new carpet in the bedrooms & loft, and the HVAC is less than 10 years old. You'll love the large rocking chair front porch overlooking the water! There is a spacious living area with gas fireplace and bamboo flooring great for entertaining all your guests. Kitchen cabinets were recently painted, black appliances, and eat up bar. Located on the North End you can walk or bike very easily to the beach, boardwalk, Carolina Beach pier, area restaurants and more! This home has never been rented, but would make a wonderful vacation rental home. Don't miss out on this amazing property!

224 Florida Avenue, Carolina Beach
$749,900
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
Welcome to Carolina Beach. This lovely home is situated on a large double-lot and very quiet street. Ideal for families with children or pets. House is a very short walk to everything! Only 1 block to the park and greenway walking/biking trail, 2 blocks to the Carolina Beach Elementary School, 3 blocks to the lake and 5 to the beach! This makes a wonderful family home, second home, or even rental potentialHome features include 4 br, 4 ba. There is an additional 5th bedroom potential downstairs but no closet and full bath close by, making perfect guest room or mother-in-law suite. There is an in-ground pool and hot-tub with water fall. This home was only 1467 square feet when purchased by current owners on pilings. The home was gutted and the lower level was enclosed adding more than twice the original size. Stainless steel appliances in kitchen, tile counters and natural terra cotta tile floors, breakfast nook and gas stove. On 1st level there is a possible 5th guest bedroom, living room area, dining room, sun room and screened in porch overlooking the pool and back yard. Pump house has an outdoor shower with hot water and a great cabana tiki bar for entertaining. Storage shed and fenced in backyard with paver patio. Upstairs there is the master with bath, office or second living room with real fire place. Stove/oven, hot water tank and dryer are gas. During renovation plumbing and most wiring replaced. There are 4 br 3 ba also upstairs. There is a generator panel to plug in a generator as well in case of power outages, simply hook-up your generator and you're good-to-go. French balcony off one bedroom facing front of house overlooking water garden/koi pond. Comes partially furnished so great for a second home or rental. You can have it all at an amazing price; hurry this will not last. $10,000 allowance to buyer

609 Columbia Avenue, Carolina Beach
$1,375,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths
Come experience this adorable and renovated 2-unit Beach Cottage ideally located in the heart of Wrightsville Beach. You are walking distance to the island's popular restaurants and shops, 1 block to the sound side access and 1 block to the oceanfront. Tastefully furnished, you can start enjoying weekend retreats immediately or continue collecting income as an active producing short-term vacation rental. Excellent management/cleaning services are in place for those looking to continue rentals. Upstairs is 974 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath with enclosed porch area and kitchen. The ground level offers 802 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and a kitchen. Note: the downstairs unit is not included in the heated sq ft of the listing. Renovations in the past couple of years include new metal roof, vinyl shake siding, new windows, refinished floors, new plumbing and electric, new insulation and 2 new kitchens. Invest and enjoy now with future opportunity to build new if desired. This is your chance to get on Wrightsville Beach and make memories for years to come.

8 Latimer Street, Wrightsville Beach
$1,150,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
A great investment just steps away from the ocean and close proximity to all Carolina Beach has to offer. This is an amazing turn-key opportunity! This charming duplex with 4 king size beds is located on a corner lot directly across from Starfish public beach access. It has been totally renovated since 2020. It boasts ocean and canal views, LVP flooring throughout, renovated bathrooms, renovated kitchens, appliances, refurbished decks, mini-split HVAC systems, on-demand water heater, EV car charging station and an abundance of parking in back. The property has enjoyed excellent rental income. Zoned R1 and at over 6200 sq ft you can add another income producing unit, or build your own dream home or new townhome. Both units are beautifully furnished and all items convey.

1119 Carolina Beach Avenue N, Carolina Beach
$1,699,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths
This new construction (completion date 5-10-23) single family home contains 4 bedrooms each with it's own full bath and a 1/2 bath on the second level. There is an elevator to all floors. The open floor plan is great for entertaining. The kitchen has quartz countertops and KitchenAid appliances, engineered flooring and two carports. The master is on the top floor with a deck to relax and look out and enjoy the OCEAN and SOUND VIEWS.

903 Carolina Beach Avenue N, Carolina Beach
$695,000
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths
4 bedroom brick house on a 100' x 125' lot in the heart of Carolina Beach. Plenty of yard to add on to the house or add a pool. Sellers have plans in hand to do a renovation of the home. Seller is willing to share the plans. Covered front porch. Fresh coat of paint. Stainless appliances. No HOA. Not in a flood zone. Close to Mike Chappell Park, the Island Greenway and Carolina Beach Elementary School.

713 Fayetteville Avenue, Carolina Beach
$2,200,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
Escape to luxury coastal living in this fully renovated 3-story, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home in the gated oceanfront community of Oceana. Spread over 2400 sq ft, this stunning residence offers breathtaking views of the salt marsh, Intracoastal Waterway, and Atlantic Ocean. With a private marina, deeded boat slip and private access to the beach, enjoy the luxurious lifestyle you've always dreamed of.The outdoor space is a true oasis, perfect for entertaining guests. The fenced in backyard features a full outdoor kitchen and outdoor shower, as well as a large pool that overlooks the intracoastal waterway. Enjoy watching the sun rise over the ocean while listening to the sounds of the waves and breathing in the salty air.The ground floor features a large garage with a full kitchenette, laundry room, and additional storage room. The main floor boasts an open concept floor plan, with a kitchen that features Quartz countertops, custom tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances including a double oven. The kitchen overlooks the dining room with built-ins and the spacious living room with a gas log fireplace and soaring windows that overlook the intracoastal waterway. Step outside onto the large deck and bask in the serenity of the surroundings. The main floor also features a full bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet, and private balcony, offering the perfect place for guests to relax. The top floor boasts a magnificent master bedroom with stunning views, an en-suite with dual vanities and a large tiled walk-in shower, and a private balcony. There are also two additional bedrooms on this floor that share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom.This home is the epitome of coastal living and entertaining, with its breathtaking views and stunning outdoor space. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise in a gated community with a pool, boat slip, and the best views on the island.

434 Oceana Way, Carolina Beach
$725,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
Welcome to 601 Birmingham Drive! This unique, multi-level home is nestled on a quiet dead-end street, just a short stroll from the Mike Chappell Park, Lake Park, and the sandy beach. Situated on a large 100x125 lot. The interior boasts over 2,300 sq feet with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The main floor features an open-concept floor plan with gorgeous wood flooring throughout. The kitchen offers a contemporary flair with concrete countertops, tile backsplash, floating shelves, and upgraded appliances including a double oven, gas range, and a stainless steel vent hood. The master bedroom is conveniently located on the main floor and has a closet, separate dressing room, and an en-suite bathroom with a charming clawfoot tub. The second bedroom is around the corner from the master bedroom and has a private deck. There is one additional bathroom on this floor with a tiled, walk-in shower. The third bedroom is located on the ground floor along with a full bathroom with a tiled shower, a half bathroom, a laundry room, storage room, and a bright and airy living room area that includes a wet bar with a sink and mini-fridge. The covered carport and large open lot make outdoor entertaining an ease! No HOA!! Make this home yours today.

601 Birmingham Avenue, Carolina Beach
$699,999
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
This adorable like new home in Carolina Beach is now available. Located in the community of Island Palms and a short distance to all of the wonderful things Carolina Beach has to offer including a one mile fitness trail just steps from the house. Hop on your bike or golf cart and you can be sitting with toes in the sand in just a few minutes. Not to mention Carolina Beach State Park is also less than a mile away. The three bedrooms are large in size and filled with an abundance of natural light. The open concept living/dining area is perfect for all of your entertaining needs. Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and pantry storage are just a few of the wonderful kitchen features. The exterior features plenty of parking, mature trees and a very large storage area. Make your appointment today!

113 Island Palms Drive, Carolina Beach
$765,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
This Classic Beach Cottage with canal water views and spectacular sunset views is only a short walk to the beach and you can enjoy those beautiful sunsets from the no maintenance Trek deck. This lovingly updated home features new paint, wood flooring throughout and vinyl siding. It is a perfect home for entertaining with an open floor plan, custom built-ins in the living area and a large bar with custom countertop and designer backsplash. Plenty of parking and room in the garage and storage area for your golf cart, bikes and all the fun gear! Walking distance to the boardwalk, dining and entertainment. This home would make a wonderful family vacation retreat or investment property. Possibly large enough for pool, buyer would need to verify. All furniture, dishes and linens are included with the house. ** 2023 projected rental income is around $80,000. Rental income for 2022 from June 5th to Thanksgiving was around $65,000.

1314 Canal Drive, Carolina Beach

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