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Airlie at Wrightsville Sound, Wilmington, NC Luxury Homes for Sale

Airlie at Wrightsville Sound is one of Wilmington, NC's most coveted addresses, where Intracoastal waterfront living meets architectural distinction at the upper tier of the local market. Buyers searching for luxury homes for sale in this enclave find a community defined by deep-water access, mature tree canopies, and residences built with the craftsmanship that discerning owners expect. Coastal Realty Associates has guided buyers through this market with the local depth and transactional fluency that Airlie's pricing and complexity demand.

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Architectural Caliber and Price Positioning

Homes in Airlie at Wrightsville Sound are predominantly custom-built estates and elevated coastal designs, with an emphasis on deep lots, generous square footage, and materials sourced for longevity in a salt-air environment. Finished interiors typically feature wide-plank hardwoods, chef-grade appliances, and open floor plans oriented toward water views. Residential listings in this corridor range from approximately $1.2 million to well above $3.5 million, reflecting both the scarcity of available inventory and the proximity to Wrightsville Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway. Many properties carry private docking rights, and lot sizes along the water commonly reach 0.4 to 0.9 acres, which is substantial for this part of coastal North Carolina.

Premier Streets and Enclaves Within the Community

Airlie Road itself is the spine of the neighborhood's identity, lined with ancient live oaks whose canopy has shaped the character of this area for generations. Residences along Airlie Road and the adjacent Sound Drive corridor sit closest to Airlie Gardens, a 67-acre public garden that adds both green buffer and cultural prestige to the immediate surroundings. The waterfront lots along Bradley Creek and the Sound form a tighter submarket within the broader community, where private piers and boat lifts are standard rather than exceptional features. These blocks have seen the strongest price-per-square-foot appreciation among luxury homes for sale in New Hanover County over the past several years.

Lifestyle and Amenities for Discerning Buyers

Day-to-day life in Airlie at Wrightsville Sound is structured around water access, with Bradley Creek Marina located within minutes and Wrightsville Beach reachable in under ten minutes by car. The marina provides wet slip rentals and dry storage for residents who keep boats active throughout the year. Landfall Country Club, home to two Pete Dye-designed courses, is approximately two miles west and represents the region's premier private club option for golf and social membership. Dining along Lumina Avenue and at Wrightsville Beach gives residents walkable or short-drive access to high-caliber coastal restaurants without leaving the barrier island lifestyle behind. Wrightsville Beach Elementary and New Hanover High School serve the district, and private school options at Cape Fear Academy are a short commute inland.

Working With a Trusted Local Expert

The Airlie at Wrightsville Sound market moves with limited inventory and buyers who understand value at this price point. Coastal Realty Associates brings specific experience in waterfront negotiations, dock-right valuations, and the nuanced pricing that separates a sound investment from an overpay in a market this tight. Their familiarity with off-market opportunities in this corridor gives represented buyers a material advantage.

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Newest Homes for Sale in Airlie at Wrightsville Sound, Wilmington, NC

$1,950,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths
Experience the pinnacle of WATERFRONT coastal luxury in this exquisitely FURNISHED, custom-built INTRA COASTAL WATERWAY residence on Oak Island. Lovingly maintained by its original owner, this exceptional home blends timeless craftsmanship, modern convenience, and breathtaking Intracoastal Waterway views. Designed for easy coastal living, an elevator provides convenient access to every floor. The thoughtfully designed floor plan maximizes the home's stunning waterfront setting, showcasing tranquil Intracoastal Waterway views from multiple vantage points. The ground level offers a massive garage and workshop space with room for vehicles, golf carts, water toys, and hobby enthusiasts alike. Additional features include an outdoor shower, abundant storage, and countless opportunities to enjoy the coastal lifestyle from every angle. Take a stroll to the covered gazebo at the end of your private pier perfect for relaxing, entertaining, fishing or enjoying spectacular sunsets. Effortless boating access with your own boat lift and dock, exceptional privacy, and generous outdoor living spaces create an unparalleled waterfront experience. A charming gas lantern welcomes you at the front entrance, creating an inviting first impression, while newly replaced front and rear stairways enhance both the home's curb appeal and functionality. Built by one of the island's premier custom home builders with quality and longevity in mind, the residence features a Superior Walls foundation system and LP® SmartSide® siding enhanced with SmartGuard® technology, providing outstanding resistance to termites, rot, and fungal decay while offering lasting durability with low-maintenance appeal. This move-in-ready home offers four spacious bedrooms, each with a private en-suite bath featuring elegant leathered granite vanities. Double rear decks overlook the Intracoastal Waterway, providing the ideal setting to enjoy coastal breezes, passing boats, and panoramic water views. Meticulously maintained and rich in features rarely found on the Intracoastal Waterway, this extraordinary property combines luxury, functionality, and superior construction. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, second home, or waterfront retreat, this remarkable home delivers an elevated coastal lifestyle with unmatched comfort, convenience, and beauty.

3808 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island
$2,465,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
One-of-a-Kind Riverfront Sanctuary on 1.49 acres. Overlooking the Cape Fear River, this custom estate offers endless panoramic views and in a private eco-luxury, natural environment just minutes from downtown Southport. A private long pier provides the perfect spot for up-close bird watching, launching a kayak, SUP or sighting Dolphin and watching sail, power & ferry boats go by. This is an amazing opportunity to own a 3,000 square foot waterfront home that offers views from nearly every window and turn was built in 2017 with a sprawling screened-in porch and upper deck on the back of this beautiful three bedroom/2.5 bath home. Designed for luxury, open living with views from every angle. Porches on both levels, spacious courtyard and gardens. Custom designed & built for peaceful living and entertaining. Active solar efficiency. First-floor primary suite with sitting area and large luxury bathroom. Office/reading room in front of home on first floor and second den on upper level with walk-out to second floor deck. Massive Live Oak Trees frame this unique, one-of-a-kind property. Waking-up to a window facing the water, pouring coffee overlooking the river and sitting on the screened porch to watch the wildlife and mariners traveling up and down the river...is the life this property offers. Luxuries like privacy, modern conveniences and turnkey investments like solar panels and a newer fortified roof, make ownership even more attractive. No City taxes and no HOA dues are also nice. Have your ''privacy and best social life, too!'' Enjoy a very peaceful, beautiful waterfront life while enjoying being so very close to downtown Southport where fine and casual dining along with great boutiques, parks, music venues, wine and brew houses, historic museums and quaint biking areas await you. Full-service marinas are also available just minutes away. Then retreat to your waterfront oasis surrounded by beautiful views and nature. If you like gardening or just watching the birds, you'll also like the cute chicken coop/shed perched in the side yard near the fresh-water pond. This property is surrounded by acres of woodlands with adds to the peaceful tranquility. When the home was built, careful planning went in to the design and construction. From the custom pine floors sourced from a 120 year old Carolina cotton mill to locally salvaged brick used in the fireplace and combination mud/laundry room, the home has so many treasured details. Combined with an amazing gourmet kitchen boasting an expansive island with high-end appliances, this home has everything to lead the market in luxury waterfront living. Sunrise. Sunset. Be ready for the jaw-dropping views and tremendous value and lifestyle this property has to offer. Just note that there is just one house like this house. If you want spectacular, this is it!

1523 Shepard Rd Se, Southport
$1,000,000
Along the North Carolina coast, finding a property like this is extraordinarily rare. Set beneath a canopy of centuries-old live oaks, this rare coastal waterfront bluff overlooks the Intracoastal Waterway, marshes, New River Inlet, and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. Few mainland homesites along this stretch of coast offer the combination of elevation, views, and natural beauty found here. Unlike much of coastal waterfront North Carolina, this property sits 18 feet above sea level, creating the opportunity to build a single-story home on slab without the expense and inconvenience of elevated construction. The bluff is defined by magnificent live oaks that frame the water and create a setting that feels as though it has been untouched for generations. Boat dock potential exists subject to state and federal permitting, a consultant has already reviewed the site. From here, the Atlantic Ocean is only minutes away through New River Inlet. The property is served by county water, includes a 6 bedroom septic permit and new survey, is accessed by a private easement from Flamingo Lane, and is not subject to an HOA. Protective covenants are in place to preserve the character of the property and ensure future improvements reflect the quality of the setting. The waters surrounding this bluff were once part of the route traveled by the Civil War gunboat USS Ellis during one of Onslow County's most notable naval engagements. Today, however, the story is far more peaceful--defined by coastal breezes, abundant wildlife, passing boats, and some of the most remarkable waterfront views on the North Carolina coast. Generational waterfront property where the live oaks have stood for centuries, the Intracoastal becomes your backyard, and the Atlantic Ocean sits on the horizon. Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare, and once developed, it is unlikely another property quite like it will become available in this area again.

1.75ac 1.75ac Flamingo Ln, Sneads Ferry
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