Real Estate News

What homeowners need to know about Wilmington property taxes before they buy

From Wilmington and Leland to Hampstead and the beach communities, here's how property taxes work across coastal North Carolina and what new residents should know before purchasing a home.... Read More

Jul 8, 2026 • Jenna Dolch
Neighborhoods

Finding your perfect coastal community near Wilmington

From the active atmosphere of Wrightsville Beach to the laid-back charm of Carolina Beach and the quiet escape of Topsail Beach, each coastal community offers its own unique experience.... Read More

Jul 1, 2026 • Jenna Dolch
Retirement Communities

The best Wilmington-area neighborhoods for retirees

Whether you're looking for beach access, low-maintenance living, golf communities or easy access to healthcare, these Wilmington-area neighborhoods offer something for every style of retirement.... 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
Real Estate News

What $500,000 buys you around Wilmington right now

From beach-town living and master-planned communities to growing suburbs with room to spread out, here's where a $500,000 budget goes the furthest around Wilmington.... Read More

Jun 25, 2026 • Jenna Dolch
Retirement Communities

Porters Neck Village expands: What's coming to the senior living community's next phase

The senior living community has secured $55 million in financing to add new homes, apartments, walking trails and community spaces as part of its ongoing master plan expansion.... 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
Real Estate News

Wilmington Metro Population Sees Growth

The Wilmington metro area population grew by more than 12,000 between July 2024 and July 2025, an increase of 2.6%, according to data released this week by the U.S. Census Bureau.... Read More

Mar 27, 2026 • Emma Dill
Real Estate News

Conservation Landscape

A nonprofit organization announced Thursday that it has acquired and recorded a state-led conservation easement on more than 1,040 acres in Brunswick County.... Read More

Feb 5, 2026 • Staff Reports