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Waterstone Wilmington NC Luxury Homes for Sale

Waterstone in Wilmington, NC stands among the most carefully curated residential communities on the Cape Fear coast. Buyers seeking luxury homes for sale in Wilmington consistently arrive at Waterstone for its architectural consistency, upscale community standards, and proximity to the city's finest amenities. The agents at Coastal Realty Associates have worked this market with the kind of local depth that comes from years of representing buyers and sellers at the upper tier of Wilmington real estate.

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Architectural Caliber and Price Positioning

Waterstone homes are built to a standard that distinguishes them immediately from conventional Wilmington subdivisions. Buyers find custom and semi-custom construction featuring low-country influenced facades, brick and Hardie exterior detailing, open-concept interiors with coffered ceilings, and chef-grade kitchen appointments. Homes in Waterstone typically list between $550,000 and $950,000, with select larger estates reaching above $1 million depending on lot position and finish level. Floor plans generally range from 2,800 to 5,200 square feet, with generous lot sizes averaging between 0.3 and 0.6 acres. The community was developed primarily in the 2000s and 2010s, giving buyers newer construction with mature landscaping and established streetscapes.

Premier Neighborhoods and Enclaves Within Waterstone

Within the broader Waterstone community, certain streets and sections command consistent premium positioning. Homes along Waterstone Drive and within the Summerhouse section of the development draw particular interest for their larger lots, enhanced privacy buffers, and proximity to community amenities. Buyers who prioritize separation from neighboring homes often focus on the back sections of the community where wooded rear yards create a greater sense of seclusion. Waterstone is part of the Ogden area of northern Wilmington, placing residents within minutes of the Market Street corridor and easy access to I-140.

Lifestyle and Amenities for Discerning Buyers

Waterstone residents enjoy access to community amenities that reflect the neighborhood's upper-tier positioning, including a resort-style pool and clubhouse facilities. The community's location places it roughly 15 minutes from Wrightsville Beach, one of the most sought-after coastal destinations in the Southeast, and within 10 minutes of Mayfaire Town Center, Wilmington's premier outdoor retail and dining destination. For buyers who value both privacy at home and access to coastal lifestyle, this combination is difficult to match at any comparable price point in the Wilmington market. Airlie Gardens, a landmark coastal estate garden, is a short drive south, adding to the cultural texture of daily life here.

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Coastal Realty Associates brings credentialed insight into the Waterstone market, advising buyers on lot premiums, builder reputations, and resale positioning within this competitive segment of Wilmington luxury real estate.

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Newest Homes for Sale in Waterstone, 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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