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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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