Neighborhoods

Leland living: Why so many people are choosing Wilmington's fastest-growing neighbor

With new neighborhoods, golf courses, outdoor recreation and easy access to Wilmington and the coast, Leland has become one of the Cape Fear region's most sought-after places to live.... Read More

Jun 25, 2026 • Jenna Dolch
Neighborhoods

Moving to Wilmington? Here's what new residents need to know before unpacking

From choosing the right neighborhood to preparing for hurricane season, here's a practical guide to settling into life along North Carolina's coast.... Read More

Jun 25, 2026 • Jenna Dolch
Neighborhoods

Houseboat Hub

The Cove Riverwalk Villas, a community of luxury houseboat rentals docked in downtown Wilmington’s Port City Marina, is growing. The first phase of The Cove’s 40 houseboats was completed about two years ago, and a second phase of 31 houseboats is under construction, with the first completed units already docked in the marina.... Read More

Apr 9, 2026 • Emma Dill
Neighborhoods

On BHI: Croquet, anyone?

The Bald Head Island Croquet Club has produced its fair share of hard-hitting croquet crusaders, with past club members inducted into the Croquet Hall of Fame in 2003. These days, it includes a thriving croquet community of 80 members and counting. ... Read More

Jul 11, 2024 • David W. Frederiksen
Neighborhoods

Del Webb community in Leland to begin home sales this summer

Home sales are set to begin this summer in Leland’s Mallory Creek neighborhood, a master-planned community from Del Webb designed for those 55 and older.... Read More

Jun 13, 2024 • Emma Dill
Neighborhoods

St. James Properties awarded affiliate status by LeadingRE

St. James Properties was recently awarded affiliate status in Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and its luxury marketing division, Luxury Portfolio International.... Read More

Feb 8, 2024 • Staff Reports
Neighborhoods

Downtown districts: Planning initiative targets growth needs

Work is underway on the city of Wilmington's Greater Downtown Plan. After gathering input from residents and stakeholders in 18 local neighborhoods, city planners expect the plan to result in specific projects that boost the community.... Read More

Oct 10, 2023 • Cece Nunn
Neighborhoods

Trail clear for Sunset Beach development

In burgeoning southern Brunswick County, Sunset Beach town officials have given the green light to a project that has the potential to reshape their community.... Read More

Sep 20, 2023 • Jenny Callison
Neighborhoods

Boom in Brunswick

From Leland to Shallotte, Brunswick County towns ready for an influx of older adults.... Read More

Jun 29, 2023 • Jenny Callison