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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

$1,599,999
6 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths
Wake up to ocean breezes and panoramic views. This thoughtfully designed beach retreat blends spacious outdoor living with a bright, open-concept interior--perfect for coastal relaxation and effortless entertaining A private elevator connects every level. The first floor puts five bedrooms and four full baths on one level, with a covered rear deck spanning the full width of the home. The second floor is where the home opens up with a 24-foot living room, full kitchen with island, dining room, dining nook, and a primary suite with spa bath and vaulted tray ceiling, with covered and open decks front and rear. The third floor is the lookout tower, a covered deck with ocean and sound views that very few homes on this island can match. Over 2,500 square feet of outdoor living across six deck and porch spaces. Four-vehicle covered carport at ground level. On a barrier island, that permit alone saves months of process and is not guaranteed to any buyer who starts from scratch. The address puts you on the corner lot at the entrance to Dolphin Shores, a water access community with private beach access at the north end of Topsail Island. Along NC Highway 210, North Topsail Landing, a large grocery-anchored center with in-line retail, has broken ground. The Topsail Way Shopping Center is slated for a 12,000 sq ft expansion. North Shore Village is adding retail and the infrastructure around this island is catching up to the demand

1 Bottlenose Blvd, North Topsail Beach
$1,500,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths
Turnkey coastal investment -- available for iits first summer season. Brand new custom construction in the sought-after Cape Island community of North Topsail Beach, NC. Built in 2025 and partially furnished, this property is ready to generate rental income from day one. Thoughtfully designed with a reverse floor plan, the main living areas and kitchen are elevated to capture the coastal breeze and partial water views from the wrap-around porches and upper decks -- a welcome reminder that the beach is just steps away. Inside, quality finishes throughout: site-finished hardwood floors, custom trim accent walls, designer lighting, gas cooktop, built-in Thermador appliances, and a tankless water heater. Two primary suites -- one on the main level, one downstairs -- make this an ideal setup for rental guests or multi-generational owners. Four bedrooms, 4,5 baths, 3,040 square feet across three floors, all accessible by elevator. The Cape Island community is where the real lifestyle value lives -- private beach access, pool, boat dock, community building, and boat ramp -- all for just $100/month HOA. Four-car tandem garage, outdoor shower, covered deck, lower patio, and multiple porches round out this low-maintenance coastal retreat and turnkey. New construction and first summer on the market, furnished, and priced to sell. Schedule your showing today.

6 Cape Ln, North Topsail Beach
$4,900,000
8 Beds ⋅ 10 Baths
Spanning nearly 9,000 square feet across the 14th and 15th floors, this iconic two-story oceanfront penthouse is a massive, one-of-a-kind space that simply cannot be recreated along the NC Brunswick Beach coastline today. Due to strict municipal height regulations, a top-floor structure of this magnitude will probably never be built again. It stands alone as the highest vantage point from Southport down through Sunset Beach Island, commanding an unrivaled panorama. Because Ocean Isle is a rare, southern-facing barrier island, this extreme elevation grants an elite dual-aspect perspective. To the east, the views span over the ocean to the far east end of Ocean Isle Beach, while the western exposure captures the glittering expanse of the South Carolina Grand Strand--allowing you to witness completely unobstructed waterfront sunrises over the Atlantic, and spectacular sunsets over the marsh, the Intracoastal Waterway, and Jinks Creek. Massive floor-to-ceiling windows and multiple sets of glass doors span the exterior, framing these dramatic backdrops from nearly every internal vantage point and opening seamlessly to two full floors of expansive outdoor terraces. The layout delivers a dramatic sense of scale, beginning the moment you step into the two-story grand foyer. Anchored to the wall and winding seamlessly along the curvature of the room, a dramatic, open-riser circular staircase sweeps upward beneath a soaring modern chandelier. With a dual-level floor plan featuring a main kitchen on the lower floor and a secondary galley kitchen upstairs, the property offers a massive, high-capacity footprint that is perfectly configured for an exclusive private retreat or a premier, high-yield luxury vacation rental. Short-term rentals are fully permitted, and the property features three allocated parking spaces alongside a private Owner's closet in the lobby. Beyond the residence, ownership grants exclusive access to the gated amenities of Ocean Point. This includes a private boardwalk with direct beach access to the ocean, as well as a private, gated community dock positioned directly on the calm waters of Jinks Creek--offering the perfect launch point for kayaking, paddleboarding, crabbing, or simply taking in the coastal wildlife. The community also features indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, a sauna, and an exercise room. This is a rare, top-of-the-world opportunity to acquire an asset that nobody else has, with the ultimate space and view as your canvas.

63 Ocean Isle West Blvd Unit # 1, Ocean Isle Beach
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