Explore the Southeastern North Carolina Area
North Carolina’s southern coast is unmatched in the natural beauty and way of life it offers. If you’re considering relocating to the area, or have lived here for years, rely on Coastal Realty Connections to have an intimate knowledge of the premier homes and homesites for sale in the region.
New Hanover County
Whether you’re looking for the cuisine and culture offered by a small, but diverse city, or the peace and security that comes with a private gated community, you’ll be charmed by the port city of Wilmington and its surrounding beaches. Wilmington’s historic district, with its antebellum homes, art galleries and colorful boutiques, feels like a movie set. It’s no wonder the city is home to the Screen Gems movie studio, and has been the site of countless feature films over the last two decades.
As you travel east , you’ll be charmed by the outstanding planned neighborhoods and private communities conveniently located near the city’s best shopping areas, including Mayfaire and Lumina Station, just minutes from the ocean. Nearby Wrightsville Beach is known as one of the state’s most beautiful and pristine beach towns, while exclusive Figure Eight Island offers unmatched tranquility when you cross its private bridge. No matter where you choose to live, world-class golf, boating and fishing are never far away.
Brunswick County
From the tree-lined streets of Southport to the unspoiled shoreline of ferry-accessed Bald Head Island, Brunswick County’s waterfront towns and beaches recall a simpler time. Nationally recognized as a top region for retirees, the area offers countless options for dining, arts, culture, festivals and shopping, along with traditional seaside pastimes like fishing, sailing and beach combing. Dozens of golf courses, both public and private, make this part of the world heaven on earth for golfers.
Real estate offerings run the gamut, from oceanfront estates to cozy beach cottages to planned neighborhoods anchored by an array of resort-style amenities.
Craven County
As one of North Carolina’s oldest counties (founded in 1712), Craven County is steeped in history, culture, architecture and genuine Southern hospitality. In the charming waterfront town of New Bern, you’ll find Tryon Palace, spectacular gardens, historic homes, quaint shops, fine restaurants and lively entertainment framing downtown streets. Nearby, the 157,000-acre Croatan National Forest is nationally recognized for its trails and recreation opportunities.
Real estate options here range from traditional neighborhood developments centered around golf courses to historic riverfront homes.
Pamlico County
Situated on a peninsula marking the center of North Carolina’s lower coastal plain, Pamlico County offers an inspiring mix of land and sea, teeming with abundant wildlife. The classic fishing village of Oriental is nestled amid five creeks along the Neuse River and connected to the Intracoastal Waterway. Located at the halfway point between New York and Florida, Oriental has become a favorite stopping place for north and south bound cruisers as they travel the ICW, earning it the reputation as “The Sailing Capital of North Carolina.”
Homes and homesites can be found bordering the sound, overlooking marshlands, and tucked within lush pine and hardwood forests.