Neighborhoods

Best waterfront communities near Wilmington for coastal living

From luxury island estates to riverfront neighborhoods and marina communities, discover some of the Wilmington area's most sought-after waterfront places to call home.... Read More

Aug 14, 2026 • Jenna Dolch
Neighborhoods

Coastal living with a side of golf: Why retirees continue to choose St. James

This Brunswick County community combines waterfront living, recreation and convenience, making it one of coastal North Carolina's most popular places to retire.... Read More

Jul 17, 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
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

Neighborhood options abound

In recent years, several senior living communities have expanded or opened in the area, including Riverlights, a 1,400-acre master-planned community off River Road.... Read More

Dec 15, 2025 • Barbara L. Nelson
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