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Figure Eight Island, Wilmington, NC Luxury Homes for Sale

Figure Eight Island stands as one of the most private and architecturally refined coastal addresses in North Carolina. Buyers researching luxury homes for sale in the Wilmington area consistently arrive at this barrier island for a single reason: it exists on its own terms. Access is gated, the shoreline is protected, and the residential caliber reflects decades of deliberate, low-density development. Coastal Realty Associates has advised buyers and sellers on this island for years, offering the kind of market fluency that only comes from consistent, ground-level presence in one of the Southeast's most exclusive coastal enclaves.

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Architectural Caliber and Price Context

Homes on Figure Eight Island are predominantly custom-built, with architecture ranging from traditional coastal shingle-style construction to contemporary elevated residences with floor-to-ceiling ocean or sound views. Lot sizes frequently exceed half an acre, and many properties position buyers between both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Luxury homes for sale on Figure Eight Island typically list between $2,500,000 and $8,000,000, with oceanfront estates and deepwater sound properties commanding the upper range. Interior square footage commonly runs between 3,500 and 7,000 square feet, with hallmarks including wide-plank hardwoods, custom millwork, chef-grade kitchen installations, and elevator access across multiple living levels.

Premier Neighborhoods and Private Enclaves

The island's residential layout divides naturally between oceanfront sections along the Atlantic and sound-side properties facing the Intracoastal Waterway and Rich Inlet. The oceanfront corridor draws buyers seeking unobstructed Atlantic views and direct beach access, while the sound-side streets, including those along Marlin Drive and Pelican Drive, attract buyers who prioritize deep-water dock access and protected boating. Private docks are common on sound-side lots, with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway placing offshore fishing grounds and Wrightsville Beach within a short boat ride. The island was developed beginning in the early 1960s and has maintained strict architectural and environmental standards since, which preserves property values and neighborhood integrity across every price tier.

Lifestyle and Amenities for the Discerning Buyer

Figure Eight Island is a private, gated community with no commercial development on the island itself. There are no hotels, restaurants, or retail corridors, which is precisely the point. Residents have access to the Figure Eight Island Yacht Club, which serves as the social and recreational anchor of the community. The club offers marina facilities, tennis, and a gathering space that reflects the island's understated, member-focused culture. Boating is central to daily life here, with the Rich Inlet offering direct Intracoastal and offshore access. The mainland commercial corridor along Market Street and the restaurants of Wrightsville Beach are approximately 20 to 25 minutes by car, providing easy access to high-end dining and retail without compromising the island's seclusion. Families with school-age children are served by New Hanover County Schools, with Wrightsville Beach Elementary among the proximate options.

Working with a Knowledgeable Local Expert

The Figure Eight Island market moves with limited inventory and qualified buyers who understand what true coastal privacy is worth. Coastal Realty Associates brings direct experience with the island's transaction history, seller expectations, and the nuanced factors, including dock permits, flood zone designations, and HOA covenants, that shape purchase decisions at this level.

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Newest Homes for Sale in Figure Eight Island, Wilmington, NC

$1,159,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Welcome to your private 32-acre farm at 389 Beulaville Highway--a rare opportunity to own a fully equipped property designed for both function and enjoyment. With room to grow, this property offers the ideal setting for horses, livestock, and a true country lifestyle. At the heart of the property sits a beautiful 2,500+ square foot home, thoughtfully designed for comfort and everyday living. The spacious kitchen features a cozy eat-in dining area, perfect for gathering, while the large living room boasts vaulted ceilings and an abundance of natural light. A wraparound porch overlooks the rolling pastures, offering the perfect place to unwind and take in the views. The oversized primary suite is a true retreat, complete with tile flooring, a double vanity, and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower. Step out back to a peaceful porch and lush patio gathering and grilling area overlooking one of the property's ponds--an ideal setting for entertaining, relaxing evenings, and enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds you. Connected by a breezeway, the detached garage offers an additional 850+ heated square feet, currently used as a gym--an incredibly versatile space with endless possibilities for a guest suite, office, studio, or recreation area. The land is thoughtfully laid out with three fenced pastures, each with its own shelter, providing flexibility and ease of management. A dedicated round pen is already in place for training, while the hay barn with two stalls--each connected to individual paddocks--adds convenience and efficiency to your daily routine. Equestrians will appreciate the well-appointed 4-stall horse barn, complete with a tack room and an oversized stall perfect for a mare and foal. Additional outbuildings include a spacious 28x30 metal tractor barn, offering ample storage for equipment and tools. Two large, stocked ponds bring both beauty and recreation to the property--ideal for fishing, relaxing, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Whether you're expanding your operation or creating your dream farm, this property offers endless possibilities and space to make lasting memories.

389 Beulaville Hwy, Richlands
$1,975,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
The soft swish and sway of sea oats atop the dune as you sit in your favorite rocker, a cool ocean breeze caressing your shirt, and all the stars in the sky winking at you over the Atlantic Ocean. This is what memories are made of. That's what welcomes you at 645 Caswell Beach Road, Memory Maker, an OCEANFRONT retreat perfectly situated between historic Southport and Oak Island on one of North Carolina's most prestigious coastal addresses, reimagined from the walls in with thoughtful 2025/26 renovations. Step inside, and the Atlantic greets you. Four giant picture windows have looked out over the wide sand turtle sanctuary beach for decades. Vaulted beamed ceilings, soft sea-glass walls, and wide-plank flooring, wainscoting set on a diagonal, set the stage. Imagine a game table anchoring the loft overlooking the living area below, the kind of space where long afternoons turn into longer evenings, where acquaintances become best friends. Furniture is included. The chef's kiss kitchen is the home's quiet showpiece. A hand-laid mother-of-pearl hexagon shell backsplash catches the morning light above all-new GE appliances, including a double wall oven, glass cooktop, and French-door refrigerator. Two beautifully reimagined bathrooms, one with marble hex tile and brushed gold, another with veined quartz and a glass-enclosed marble shower, feel more boutique hotel than beach house. Every surface is new: raised seam metal roof, HVAC, water heater, floors, kitchen, baths. Beyond the kitchen, a private boardwalk leads to your stretch of sand. After a full day with the ones you love, rinse off in the outdoor shower enclosure, then settle onto the oceanfront deck as the sun slips lower. Step up to the loft's deck, pull up a rocking chair, and take in the Independence Day fireworks painting the sky above Southport's Harbor. From the front of the home, expansive decks and windows capture sweeping views of Southport Harbor and the Intracoastal Waterway, a rare double-water vantage few Caswell homes can offer. Four separate decks and a long covered porch wrap the home, with a dedicated storage room below that keeps beach gear tucked away until the next sunrise. The .42-acre parcel leaves room to grill, gather, and play. A round porthole window overlooks the dunes. A shell-shaped sconce's warm glow lights the stairwell. Small moments, carefully chosen. This is North Carolina beach life at its best, a home built for experiences and the stories that come with them. Come for the sunrises. Stay for the memories.

645 Caswell Beach Rd, Oak Island
$1,650,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
5 bedroom, 4 bath Oceanfront home with an open living concept and has spectacular ocean views. This home features 2 master bedrooms with large tubs and a separate shower. The 3rd bedroom has a shared private shower as well. On the outside you will find a hot tub, an enclosed shower, fish cleaning sink and station along with a 10' x 10' sun deck with benches on you way down the walkway to the ocean. New metal roof in 2021, all windows and external doors were replaced in 2021. Depending on property permitting, you may be able to install an oceanfront pool. Survey with Static vegetation line on file

388 New River Inlet Rd, North Topsail Beach
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