North Carolina Oceanfront homes for sale

This is a summary of oceanfront homes for sale in NC--scroll to the bottom ASAP. These include beach homes near Wilmington including Wrightsville Beach, Carolina and Kure Beach.  It also includes a lot of Wilmington waterfront homes in the area such as Masonboro Sound, Porters Neck Plantation and Landfall.

2022 update for beach front homes in North Carolina

Prices past year are up 30%.  the rental income for beach properties also shot up 30% with the highest rents in the history of vacation rentals.   It really caught a lot of property managers off guard and they rented their homes at the previous year's rental rates so most 2nd home owners lost $10,000s :(  I had sent my "list" an email saying raise your rents 25% now as your property manager won't....Couple of past clients got back with me later saying thank you so much. With the higher interest rates making and 2nd home penalties in place such as points with the fed and fannie mae...prices are probably maxed out and buyers are dropping out of the game as it costs much more each month to pay a jumbo mortgage.  Pices might come down or correct 10% in the next year.   Variety is the spice of life and that applies to our many beach properties for sale.  Each North Carolina beach one has its own traits, traffic, retail, culture and socioeconomic norms.  Also to take into account is the water itself; is it clear or murky?  How deep or wide are the beaches?  Some beaches are pretty shallow like Carolina Beach or North Topsail.  Perhaps the deepest beach is Wrightsville Beach.  It's no coincidence that is also the most expensive in Southeast North Carolina.  I call it a "white collar" beach.  Of course most beaches are regularly "renourished."  Probably about every 4 years a beach gets a delivery from the federal sandman :) if you know what I mean.  Actually it's a combo of players involved and it's often a debate involving different levels of the government.  

Non rebuildable lots and vegetation line issues for Oceanfronts CAMA

One of the main variables in looking for ocean front homes has to do with the lot itself in relation to the vegetation line and dune structure.  There are CAMA guidelines for rebuildability that determine if one can build a property on a lot when it comes to oceanfront homes for sale in NC.  For example one may only be allowed to build a beach cottage 20 feet back from the vegetation line which is usually in the sand dune in front of the home.  However with hurricanes dunes and vegetation lines can be wiped out for years until they are reconstructed and new vegetation lines are formed.  So the homes are in constant flux of what status they have-- buildable versus non rebuildable.  Some beaches have more widespread vegetation line issues and non rebuildable lots than other beaches...namely Surf City and the Topsail Beaches.  However when you dive deeper into it you see that whether a lot if rebuildable is not necessarily a big deal in practical terms when you think it through. I'll have a video on that subject soon. Reach out to me for the explanation.... The bottom line is that unless your home is completely destroyed by a hurricane, you can repair it so long as the repairs are not 50% of the value of the physical structure.  For that to occur it would be a category 4 or 5 hurricane probably.  But the irony is that if a cat 4 or 5 hurricane comes then most of the currently rebuildable lots will become non-rebuildable because they will lose their vegetation lines.  The point is that it is reasonable to buy homes on non-rebuildable lots.

Oceanfront Prices in Brunswick County 2022

So oceanfronts in Brunswick County including Oak Island, Holden Beach and Ocean Isle beach appreciated 37% from 2017-2020 .  However non-oceanfront homes appreciated 22% in that time period.  So there was a higher rate of appreciation for beach front homes. Probably this held up for the rest of North Carolina. New update for you....In 2021 prices jumped 30%. It was surreal no doubt. I saw buyers get priced out the market and walk away from buying their beach home. Many of them had been kicking the tires for years, and had plenty of opportunities to buy at a much lower price for a beachfront home.  And the homes values bumped another 16-20% in 2022 as well.

 
Carolina Beach Oceanfronts Holden Beach Oceanfronts Kure Beach Oceanfronts
Oak Island Oceanfronts North Topsail Oceanfronts Surf City Oceanfronts
Topsail Oceanfronts Wrightsville Beach Oceanfronts Ocean Isle Oceanfronts
Sunset Beach Oceanfronts  Emerald Isle Beach Oceanfronts

there is approximately 150 pure oceanfront homes in Wrightsville Beach NC there is approximately 150 pure oceanfront homes in Wrightsville Beach NC


                     

Oceanfronts in North Carolina September 24, 2023
203
Listed
95
Avg. DOM
$678.44
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$799,000
Med. List Price
203 Properties
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$619,000
Neighborhood: Cabana De Mar
2
Beds
2
Baths
678
Sq.Ft.
1984
Year Built
1
Day on Site
100406470
MLS
Oceanfront, top floor, 2-bedroom, 2-full bath, condo in a private gated community, in the heart of Carolina Beach, in a steel and concrete building with an elevator! Million-dollar views for well...
Coming Soon
2106 E Ft Macon Rd Atlantic Beach,  NC 28512
$1,250,000
Neighborhood: Tar Landing Villas
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,209
Sq.Ft.
1972
Year Built
4
Days on Site
100406158
MLS
Nestled behind the dunes of Atlantic Beach on the Crystal Coast of southeastern North Carolina, sits a 2209 sq. ft., tri-level condominium home. The first floor boasts a full ''apartment'' which...
Pending
2000 New River Inlet Rd North Topsail Beach,  NC 28460
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,222
Sq.Ft.
1985
Year Built
5
Days on Site
100378371
MLS
Sit on the couch of this 5th floor, 3 bedroom oceanfront ''point unit'', look out at the ocean views and you will be sold. Enjoy private balconies for each of the rooms and all of the space in the...
$437,000
Neighborhood: Southwinds
2
Beds
2
Baths
816
Sq.Ft.
1978
Year Built
5
Days on Site
100405859
MLS
Rare Opportunity! 1st Floor direct oceanfront with ocean views. 2 bedroom and 2 bath fully furnished condo located in Southwinds. Condo has been updated with LVP flooring, plantation shutters, and...
$585,000
Neighborhood: Winds At Carolina Beach
2
Beds
2
Baths
900
Sq.Ft.
1985
Year Built
5
Days on Site
100405860
MLS
Introducing a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom oceanfront unit in the heart of Carolina Beach. This coastal retreat offers not just a home, but a lifestyle. Situated right on the oceanfront, this unit...
$589,000
Neighborhood: Sound Of The Sea
2
Beds
2
Baths
990
Sq.Ft.
1986
Year Built
5
Days on Site
100405954
MLS
Looking for your dream COASTAL getaway or a lucrative investment property? Look no further! This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath OCEANFRONT condo in the gated community of Sound of the Sea in Emerald...
2
Beds
2
Baths
909
Sq.Ft.
1985
Year Built
6
Days on Site
100405577
MLS
Third floor end-unit condo with the sunrise oceanfront views you've been dreaming of! This unit has had excellent short-term rental history (5.0 w/ 84 reviews) multiple updates, and best of all, it...
$263,000
Neighborhood: Topsail Dunes
1
Beds
1
Baths
560
Sq.Ft.
1983
Year Built
6
Days on Site
100405583
MLS
Check out the breathtaking views from this turn key fully furnished oceanfront property located in Topsail Dunes. This unit sleeps 6 and can be a great investment opportunity whether you are looking...
$619,000
Neighborhood: Shell Island Resort
1
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
540
Sq.Ft.
1986
Year Built
6
Days on Site
100405645
MLS
Escape to the tranquil seclusion of Wrightsville's north end and discover Shell Island Resort, the premier income producing destination resort on the island. Oceanfront condo 702 offers an abundance...
1
Beds
2
Baths
701
Sq.Ft.
1985
Year Built
6
Days on Site
100405702
MLS
WOW, just wow. Look at this gorgeously remodeled second-floor, end-unit, 1 bedroom/2 bath St. Regis Condo! The bright family room features windows overlooking the peaceful ICWW, as well as a slider...
10
Beds
11F11/2
Baths
6,698
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
6
Days on Site
100405711
MLS
This is a spectacular new 10 bedroom Oceanfront showcase rental home. Offers the best of all furnishings with high end appliances, media, separate game room with outdoor entertainment areas, separate...
$1,395,000
Neighborhood: Queens Grant
4
Beds
3F31/2
Baths
2,105
Sq.Ft.
1985
Year Built
7
Days on Site
100405461
MLS
Nestled inside a deep dune this traditional H-plan oceanfront has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths on 1 level that you walk directly out the covered spacious back deck down to the beach, with an added bonus...
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,766
Sq.Ft.
2006
Year Built
7
Days on Site
100405476
MLS
Oceanfront condo in the heart of Carolina beach! Enjoy sweeping views of the ocean from the rear covered balcony and views of the canal from the front porch. There's even a private walkway to the...
$575,000
Neighborhood: Smugglers Cove
2
Beds
2
Baths
977
Sq.Ft.
1974
Year Built
8
Days on Site
100405350
MLS
A delightful OCEANFRONT view from the 3rd Floor!! This beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath, furnished condo features an open floor plan, recessed lighting, marble and tile flooring, solid surface...
2
Beds
2
Baths
864
Sq.Ft.
1984
Year Built
9
Days on Site
100405270
MLS
Escape to paradise with your family at A Place at the Beach. You will enjoy an array of resort amenities, including a pristine outdoor pool with a waterslide, indoor pool, hot tub, mini golf,...
Pending
1013 S Fort Fisher Blvd Kure Beach,  NC 28449
5
Beds
5F11/2
Baths
4,377
Sq.Ft.
2024
Year Built
9
Days on Site
100405289
MLS
Spectacular new construction ocean-front home in Kure Beach. Located on a pristine strand of beach. This luxurious vacation home will have all the bells and whistles. Elevated salt water pool!...
Pending
606 Hampton Colony Circle North Topsail Beach,  NC 28460
$1,695,000
Neighborhood: Hampton Colony
6
Beds
5F21/2
Baths
3,160
Sq.Ft.
2020
Year Built
9
Days on Site
100405297
MLS
Welcome home to one of N Topsail Beach's finest properties located on one of the island's largest oceanfront lots. This luxury custom-built home boasts over 3100 square feet of living space, a...
$2,099,900
Neighborhood: Long Beach
6
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,350
Sq.Ft.
2005
Year Built
9
Days on Site
100405323
MLS
Home like new! Welcome to this luxurious 6 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom oceanfront beach house on Oak Island!
This labor of love was recently completely renovated from top to bottom, inside and out!...
1
Beds
1
Baths
532
Sq.Ft.
1981
Year Built
10
Days on Site
100405077
MLS
Unobstructed amazing views as far as the eye can see!!! This Topsail Reef unit is located on the third floor and located on the point side directly oceanfront. This 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit was...
$799,900
Neighborhood: Scott P Cahill
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,558
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
10
Days on Site
100405084
MLS
The ''Tri-Fecta'' of rare opportunities & values: 1. Oceanfront. 2. New construction. 3. Fully furnished/applianced/professionally provisioned. Literally bring groceries to this brand-new...
$1,299,900
Neighborhood: Grande Villas At The Preserve
3
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,198
Sq.Ft.
2007
Year Built
10
Days on Site
100405155
MLS
Fully furnished oceanfront condo at Grande Villas - - this unique floor plan offers an amazing oceanfront terrace that truly is an extension of the living area with ample room for furniture and...
$370,000
Neighborhood: Atlantic Towers Condo
1
Beds
1
Baths
607
Sq.Ft.
1984
Year Built
10
Days on Site
100405215
MLS
Your place at the beach awaits!!!! This one bedroom, one bath condo is located on the strand overlooking the pristine Atlantic Ocean. Bring your flip- flops and swim shorts for fun in the sun....
$575,000
Neighborhood: Pebble Beach
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,120
Sq.Ft.
1983
Year Built
11
Days on Site
100404948
MLS
RARE FIND- first floor unit in oceanfront building -only a few steps to unit-sold furnished except for owners closet-lots of amenities such as 2 swimming pools ( one indoor/outdoor with fitness...
Coming Soon
1002 Carolina Beach Ave N Carolina Beach,  NC 28428
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,004
Sq.Ft.
2014
Year Built
12
Days on Site
100404642
MLS
This is a beautifully constructed ocean front beach cottage w/3-4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Includes an ocean front great room and primary bedroom with covered porches. It comes fully furnished...
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,010
Sq.Ft.
1985
Year Built
12
Days on Site
100404702
MLS
Welcome to your dream coastal retreat! This stunning beachside condo offers the perfect blend of modern elegance and tranquil seaside living. With 2 spacious bedrooms, top-of-the-line upgrades, and a...
Coming Soon
1400 E Ft Macon Rd Atlantic Beach,  NC 28512
$525,000
Neighborhood: Sands Villa Resort
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,016
Sq.Ft.
1985
Year Built
12
Days on Site
100404729
MLS
Two bedroom, two bath oceanfront unit with breathtaking views. Located in the Sand Villas Condos. Elevators available. Community has playground, indoor & outdoor pools, hot tub, workout room,...
$795,000
Neighborhood: Beachwalk
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,344
Sq.Ft.
1982
Year Built
12
Days on Site
100404728
MLS
Exceptional, 2nd floor Beachwalk unit with wonderful ocean views! Offered tastefully, fully furnished this spacious 3 bedroom, 3 full bath condo features quality updates and attention to detail...
$950,000
Neighborhood: Kitty Hawk Beach
3
Beds
4
Baths
1,848
Sq.Ft.
1976
Year Built
14
Days on Site
100404267
MLS
If you want the Beach Views and to be steps from the Ocean, look no further. After watching the Sunsets relax with two Master Suites and living areas to enjoy. Ocean views from the kitchen, Sun Room,...
$396,000
Neighborhood: Atlantic Towers Condo
1
Beds
1
Baths
600
Sq.Ft.
1984
Year Built
14
Days on Site
100404275
MLS
Fully renovated, penthouse floor, views for days! This coastal chic one bedroom condo located in Atlantic Towers is just what you have been looking for. Beauifully redone with all new kitchen...
Pending
1611 Ocean Blvd Topsail Beach,  NC 28445
$1,750,000
Neighborhood: New Topsail Beach
4
Beds
4F11/2
Baths
2,715
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
14
Days on Site
100404370
MLS
Beautiful ocean front. Completion date is estimated My 2023. Built with 2 X 6 exterior walls. This 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath house includes, granite counter tops in the kitchen and bathroom vanities.. The...
Pending
2305 W Ft Macon Rd Atlantic Beach,  NC 28512
$525,000
Neighborhood: Smugglers Cove
2
Beds
2
Baths
966
Sq.Ft.
1974
Year Built
14
Days on Site
100404392
MLS
When you are looking for an oceanfront condo it's all about the view! And oh, what a nice one here in this 2 bedroom/2 bath unit with easy access to the beach AND the pool! You'll enjoy perfect...
$549,900
Neighborhood: Cabana De Mar
2
Beds
2
Baths
740
Sq.Ft.
1984
Year Built
15
Days on Site
100404235
MLS
Charming 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom oceanfront condo in the heart of everything Carolina Beach has to offer. Wake up to the soothing sound of waves and a panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy the...