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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.

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

$1,750,000
4 Beds 4 Baths
Seller is offering a $25,000 ''use as you choose'' credit with an acceptable offer! Perfect for upgrades, improvements or closing costs! Deeded beach and intracoastal access! A rare find! Welcome to this one-of-a-kind oceanfront, single owner home in Surf City! This home has been thoughtfully and intentionally designed in every detail by it's owner-a renowned architect-with no detail missed in this extraordinary home. The sought after Channelbend neighborhood provides both deeded beach access and intracoastal access with a private boat ramp and boat dock, giving the best of both worlds in beach living. Upon crossing the threshold, you're greeted with a private courtyard: expertly landscaped with a pergola and a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee or a private moment. The property features direct beach access from the front and rear of the property, with a new walkway and access installed in 2026. An engineered retaining wall has been built underneath the home to keep everything in it's place and provide extra space on the exterior of the home. The home's deck was intentionally designed to be lower than the main living level of the home to ensure that there are unobstructed views of the ocean from inside the home. Inside the home you're greeted with breathtaking features and views. The home is filled with plenty of natural light and the light of the afternoon and setting sun is caught through the upper windows on the northwest side of the home. Climb up the ships ladder and you'll find a bonus space that is perfect for an additional guest space or play room, with access to the catwalk that spans the living area. There are three bedrooms and an office space on the main living level, along with an additional bedroom on the ground floor. The master suite features a room that would be perfect for an office or study, and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in tile shower and jacuzzi tub. On the ground floor, you'll find the perfect entertaining area after a long day on the beach. There is an extraordinary bar that is constructed from 200 year old doors from Kuwait and an impressive and unique chandelier from Kuwait as well, a nod to the owner's travels and experiences over the years. There are two additional finished rooms on the ground floor, an additional bedroom with a full bathroom and walk-in closet and the attached two car garage. There is room for at least five additional vehicles at the front of the home in the graveled parking area, giving plenty of space for guests. The exterior of the home is a combination of fiber cement and grade 1 cedar siding, creative and stylish, yet low maintenance and durable exterior. The home has had numerous items updated in the last couple of years to include 3 HVACS, 2 water heaters, refrigerator and electric range. This home is truly ready to move in and be worry free. The Channelbend neighborhood is environmentally friendly and was thoughtfully designed to protect the natural elements of the island. The neighborhood has the only maritime forest on the island, with the natural trees and shrubs protected during the development to preserve the peaceful canopy of the neighborhood, and to protect the views of the oceanfront lots. The sound front side of the community has been deeded to the homeowner's association as a common area to protect the natural views and coast line of the sound side of the neighborhood. The homeowner's association also has deeded oceanfront access and a private boat ramp and day dock. With 22 homes the neighborhood has been built out and will not have further development within it. This home is truly unique, schedule a showing today to experience it for yourself.

2604 S Shore Dr, Surf City

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