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Luxury Homes for Sale in Sunset Beach, NC

Sunset Beach, NC sits at the southern edge of Brunswick County, and its upper-tier real estate market consistently draws buyers who prioritize privacy, coastal architecture, and refined waterfront living. Luxury homes for sale here range from custom Intracoastal estates to golf-front residences with commanding marsh views. Coastal Realty Associates has deep roots in this market and brings the kind of local knowledge that positions serious buyers ahead of the competition.

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Architectural Caliber and Upper-Tier Pricing

Sunset Beach luxury properties are built around the water. Elevated coastal construction dominates, with homes featuring wide wraparound porches, impact-rated windows, standing-seam metal roofing, and open floor plans designed to capture views across the Intracoastal Waterway or Bird Island Reserve. Custom homes on the island itself typically list between $1,200,000 and $3,500,000, with premier oceanfront parcels pushing above that range. On the mainland side, waterfront and golf-front estates in planned communities generally price from $650,000 to $1,400,000, with square footage commonly running from 2,800 to 5,500 square feet on lots ranging from half an acre to over an acre.

Premier Neighborhoods and Enclaves

Sea Trail Plantation

Sea Trail Plantation is one of the area's most established luxury communities, developed across the 1990s and 2000s around three championship golf courses: the Byrd, Jones, and Maples courses. Residents here own single-family estates positioned on fairway and pond lots, with many homes featuring private pools, three-car garages, and custom millwork throughout. Properties in Sea Trail range from $550,000 to well over $1,000,000 for the most refined builds.

Sunset Beach Island and Bird Island

The island itself offers a different tier of exclusivity. Oceanfront and second-row homes on Sunset Beach island are among the most sought-after addresses in Brunswick County. Lot depth is limited, which makes available inventory rare and pricing firm. Bird Island, adjacent to the western end of Sunset Beach, is permanently protected land, giving neighboring properties an unobstructed natural boundary that no future development can compromise.

Lifestyle and Amenities for Discerning Buyers

Day-to-day life in Sunset Beach centers on water access and outdoor quality. The Intracoastal Waterway runs directly behind the island, giving boaters easy access to the broader Carolina coast. Sunset Beach is roughly 35 miles from Wilmington, NC and approximately 25 miles from Myrtle Beach, SC, placing residents within reach of regional airports, private healthcare, and high-end dining without sacrificing the quiet pace that draws buyers here in the first place. Sunset Beach Elementary serves the area, and Brunswick County Schools has drawn consistent regional recognition for performance. Golf within Sea Trail Plantation means residents rarely leave the community for recreation, and the beach itself is walkable from most island addresses.

Working with a Credentialed Local Expert

Coastal Realty Associates brings focused expertise to the Sunset Beach luxury market, with experience across island properties, waterfront acquisitions, and golf community estates throughout Brunswick County. Buyers navigating this segment benefit from representation that understands the nuances of coastal construction standards, flood zone classifications, and the specific value drivers that separate a well-positioned estate from an overpriced listing.

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Newest Homes for Sale in Sunset Beach, NC

104 Hickory St, Sunset Beach
$1,399,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
RARE WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY IN SUNSET BEACH! Located in walking distance to Sunset Beach Park, this four-bedroom, three-bath Cape Cod-style home offers a private setting on nearly an acre, with three combined lots and water access to the Intracoastal Waterway. Situated between Mary's Creek and Jinks Creek, the property features beautiful water and marsh views, mature hardwood trees, and convenient walking access to Sunset Beach Park and local dining. The home offers 2,154 square feet of living space with a traditional two-story floor plan featuring a kitchen and dining area, den, and separate living room. Recent updates include a completely renovated kitchen showcasing the Intracoastal Waterway views, new windows, fresh interior and exterior paint, new LVP flooring, and updated lighting throughout. One upstairs bedroom has been converted into a movie room, while the vintage bar has been relocated to the garage, ready for a new owner's vision. Outdoor living spaces include a front porch overlooking the spacious yard, an extended rear deck, and a screened-in side porch. Enjoy the waterfront setting from the brand-new dock, take in the scenic sunrises, or relax by the fireplace while enjoying views of the surrounding marsh and local wildlife. Additional features include an outdoor shower and an oversized detached two-car garage with sheetrocked walls and ample storage space. With extensive updates, a generous homesite, waterfront access, and a convenient location near Sunset Beach Park, this property offers a unique opportunity to enjoy coastal living with room to make it your own.

104 Hickory St, Sunset Beach
516 Twisted Oak Ln, Sunset Beach
$1,959,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
This beautiful custom-built home offers exceptional Intracoastal Waterway frontage and expansive water views. A long, golf-cart-accessible dock makes it easy to transport fishing gear, boating equipment, and leisure supplies to the covered dock area and boat lift which was constructed 5 years ago. Designed to showcase its waterfront setting, the home's thoughtful layout captures stunning Intracoastal views throughout. The kitchen was beautifully remodeled in 2015 with upgraded appliances, cabinetry, and hardware, combining comfort, functionality, and coastal living and features a waterfront Breakfast dining area. The bottom level is designed to be a very large garage with two oversized doors. There's a section that can be a second kitchen or prep kitchen as there is a sink and some cabinets. There is a game room area. There is a bedroom and a bath located on this bottom level, which are not counted in the main portion of the house. The area is conditioned with the main trunk lines being in the bottom level. It is not a basement but is designed with half of it looking like a basement. There is also a large amount of storage, very organized for fishing gear or tools or both. The home features an elevator, providing convenient access between levels and adding the overall functionality of the property. The professionally appointed landscape is supported by an irrigation system and is well maintained. The spacious backyard offers ample room for outdoor enjoyment and the potential to add a swimming pool. interior floors in all the living areas are hardwood with the baths on the main level offering tile flooring. There is a magnificent pantry off of the kitchen area. The home is well appointed to make this your permanent home or second home to enjoy.

516 Twisted Oak Ln, Sunset Beach
427 Shoreline Dr W, Sunset Beach
$7,595,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths
Where the Intracoastal meets uncompromising design--welcome to one of Sunset Beach's most extraordinary estates, custom-built in 2022-2023 for buyers who refuse to choose between refined living and an adrenaline-fueled lifestyle. This is a rare convergence: a boater's dream dock, a collector's dream garage, and a designer's dream interior, all on the Intracoastal waterway. Enter through the gated, paver motor court beneath a canopy of live oaks, and the home immediately signals what's inside: soaring 12' ceilings, an elevator, and a wall of French doors framing water views from nearly every room. The main-level primary suite is a private sanctuary--fireplace, spa-caliber en suite, oversized walk-in closet, and 8' French doors with transoms opening straight to the pool deck. Throughout, hand-selected architectural details elevate every space: custom-milled, tongue-and-groove beaded ceilings, including a showstopping barrel ceiling in the main living area, and coffered, stain-detailed ceilings in the bedrooms. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms--one en suite, two sharing a Jack & Jill bath--are joined by a flexible bonus space over the garage, perfect as a media room, home office, or guest quarters. The kitchen is built for those who actually cook and entertain: a Blue Star 8-burner range with a center burner that doubles as a heat plate or hibachi grill, Cove dishwasher, Salamander oven, Viking warming drawer, a double wall oven with a built-in hot stone for wood-fired-style pizza, a farm sink, dedicated pot filler at the range, and a Sub-Zero freezer tucked into the walk-in pantry. Custom wood cabinetry with a hand-mixed stain, granite surfaces, and a wet bar with beverage cooler complete the space--every appliance conveys. Step outside and the resort begins: a fully automated, self-cleaning saltwater pool with a tanning ledge, zero-entry to six feet, a Rico rock waterfall with hidden underwater seating, a poolside fireplace, and fire features, all framed by Intracoastal views. A full outdoor kitchen covered entertaining pavilion, and an outdoor bath with changing room make this a true second living space. For the boater, this property is nearly unmatched: a 300-foot private dock, water and 150-amp electric service dockside, and covered boat lifts rated to 24,000 and 13,000 lbs.--the larger upgraded with dual high-speed drives--topped in premium Aluma Clad dark bronze standing-seam roofing. A 2022 Invincible 39' Open Fisherman is negotiable in addition to the sale, offering an immediate, turn-key entry to life on the water. Car and toy enthusiasts will find a rare match: an oversized three-bay garage with two 11,000 lb. car lifts, plus a 50-amp RV pedestal with water and sewer hookup in the driveway--true purpose-built infrastructure most homes simply don't offer. Behind the finishes, this home was engineered to run flawlessly: four-zone Bosch HVAC, dual Navien tankless water heaters, a whole-house generator, Eco Water whole-house filtration, dual central vacuum systems, and a buried 500-gallon propane tank. Engineered hardwood floors, Travertine bath tile, Kolbe windows and doors with upgraded tinted glass, Baldwin hardware, and custom-fitted blinds finish every room with quiet luxury. A private gym with rubber flooring and an unused 9kW dry sauna round out the wellness offerings. Furnishings by Tommy Bahama, Hooker, Theodore Alexander, and Maitland Smith, etc. are negotiable in addition to the sale, making this a true turn-key opportunity on one of the coast's most coveted stretches of water. This isn't just a home on the Intracoastal--it's a lifestyle built for those who live boldly on the water and drive just as boldly off it.

427 Shoreline Dr W, Sunset Beach
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