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Welcome to Brunswick County!
NEW HOMES & REAL ESTATE 2022-23 Edition OWNER/PUBLISHER:
If you haven’t figured it out already, this section of the North Carolina’s southern coast is a fantastic place to live, work and play. Some of the area’s advantages include the availability of outdoor activities, easy access to unique islands, beaches and natural areas, and a mild climate in which to enjoy them all.
Justin Williams DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT:
Sandi Grigg
When I arrived in Brunswick County more than 15 years ago, the growth in this area was in its infancy. Fast forward a decade, and this is one of hottest relocation areas in the country. One thing you’ll learn when reading the resident showcases in this publication is that many of the area’s new residents are folks who got sick and tired of Northern winters and were drawn to the warm weather, laidback lifestyle and well-planned developments of coastal North Carolina. I can’t say I blame them!
I hope you like what you read and I welcome any feedback regarding this publication. You will see that the real estate market in this area is strong and that Brunswick County provides a wonderful place for you to retire, relocate or reinvent yourself. Happy reading!
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Molly Harrison CONTRIBUTING GRAPHICS:
Laura Glantz Teresa Kramer
Paula Knorr Elizabeth Dale Niemann
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE:
Brian Wilner CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS:
Megan Deitz Laura Glantz Matt McGraw Lindsey A. Miller Bill Ritenour Mark Steelman Unique Design & Media PHOTO BY MATT MCGRAW
This is our fourth issue of Brunswick New Homes & Real Estate. As in many other areas of the country, 2021 was one of the best years on the books in terms of real estate sales, as you will see on the following pages. We have worked hard over the last several months compiling statistics, writing stories, plotting subdivisions and taking photos with the intention of providing useful information about the real estate market for buyers and sellers in Brunswick County. However, the real point of this publication is to shine a spotlight on the people who work hard every single day to help make this a great place to live. From the builders to the Realtors, many people are working behind the scenes, and we appreciate them very much.
COPY EDITOR:
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS:
Pat Fontana Molly Harrison Michelle Macken
Sandi Grigg Lauren Krouse Teresa A. McLamb
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CONTENTS 2022-23 EDITION
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Top 50 Agents & Teams in Southeastern NC in 2021
2021 Year-End Stats in Brunswick County
Top Sales in Southport, Oak Island and Bald Head Island in 2021.
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Bill Clark Homes, The Bluffs on the Cape Fear, Brunswick Forest, Compass Pointe, The Home Place of Southport, Legacy Homes by Bill Clark
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BY THE NUMBERS
FACTS AND FIGURES
TAKE A LOOK AROUND
BUILDER & NEIGHBORHOOD SHOWCASES
Northern Brunswick County By Teresa A. McLamb
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BY THE NUMBERS
By Molly Harrison, Lauren Krouse, Michelle Macken
Top Sales & Rentals in the Leland Area in 2021
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SOUTHPORT/OAK ISLAND AREA NEW HOMES MAP
ISLAND DREAM HOME A photo essay on the most expensive home sold in Brunswick County in 2021.
TAKE A LOOK AROUND
NORTHERN BRUNSWICK COUNTY NEW HOMES MAP
Southport/Oak Island Area By Teresa A. McLamb Information in this publication compiled from third party sources and deemed accurate as of press time. Sales volume varies by each area. Sales numbers reflected in each area do not reflect agents total amount of sales as agent may have sold more in other areas.
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ASSOCIATION Q&A Cape Fear Realtors, Brunswick County Association of Realtors, Wilmington Cape Fear Home Builders, Brunswick County Home Builders
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SOUTHERN BRUNSWICK COUNTY NEW HOMES MAP
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RESIDENT SHOWCASES Meet five homeowners who love calling Brunswick County home.
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NEXT STOP: OAK ISLAND Carolina Panthers player Juston Burris and his wife, Brittany, are bringing their Airbnb business, The Next Stop Collective, to Oak Island. By Pat Fontana
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Top 10 Commercial Sales in Brunswick County in 2021
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Top 10 Builders in Brunswick County in 2021
TAKE A LOOK AROUND Southern Brunswick County
BY THE NUMBERS Top Sales in Holden Beach, Ocean Isle Beach, Sunset Beach, Shallotte and Calabash in 2021
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ADVERTISER INDEX
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LAST LOOK
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TOP 50 AGENTS & TEAMS IN SOUTHEASTERN NORTH CAROLINA IN 2021 From January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
New Hanover and Brunswick County, NC. Ranked by total sales volume.
NAME
AFFILIATION
VOLUME
1
Vance B. Young
Intracoastal Realty
$217,445,714
2
Keith M. Beatty
Intracoastal Realty
$182,582,243
3
The Rising Tide Team
Intracoastal Realty
$116,233,259
4
Hank Troscianiec & Associates
Keller Williams Realty - OKI Brunswick County
$108,018,666
5
Jerry L. Helms
Brunswick Forest Realty, LLC
$101,657,737
6
Jennifer Bullock Team
RE/MAX Executive
$84,844,140
7
Team Hardee, Hunt & Williams
Hardee, Hunt & Williams
$79,911,000
8
Kim S. Anderson
Art Skipper Realty, Inc.
$77,896,285
9
Nick Phillips
Landmark Sotheby’s International Realty
$77,786,695
10
Team KBT Realty
Keller Williams Realty
$76,939,801
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Grand Visions
Coastal Realty Associates
$65,474,381
12
Cronick & Associates
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$63,101,459
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Wendy R. Wilmot
Wendy Wilmot Properties
$61,926,000
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The Domenico Grillo Real Estate Team
Keller Williams Realty
59,775,479
15
John G. Hamilton
Better Beach Sales & Rentals, Inc.
$59,533,811
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Nolan K. Formalarie
Discover NC Homes
$59,496,760
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Fletcher Bizz Baker
Treasure Realty, Inc.
$56,046,105
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The Cheek Team
Keller Williams Realty - Brunswick County
$53,341,638
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Domin & Schwartz Real Estate Group
RE/MAX Executive
$52,645,995
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Michelle L. Clark-Bradley
Intracoastal Realty
$52,408,726
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AFFILIATION
VOLUME
Sarah Harris Team
Intracoastal Realty
$49,456,817
Shane Register Team
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$48,934,588
Lanier Property Group
Intracoastal Realty
$48,464,335
Frances Warner Real Estate Group
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$47,509,902
Team Jennie Stevens
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$45,157,517
Aimee Freeman
EXP Realty
$44,998,252
Carla D. Lewis
Intracoastal Realty
$44,799,359
Jessica Edwards Team
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$43,593,157
Alex E. Lilly
Pulte Homes
$41,795,093
Living Coastal Team
Intracoastal Realty
Sabourin Homes Team
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$40,244,214
Frank Sherron
Landmark Sotheby’s International Realty
$38,999,338
Lindsey Jenkins
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
$38,911,749
Rob H. Warwick
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Harold Chappell
NextHome Cape Fear
$37,474,914
Team Thirty 4 North
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$36,894,160
Seth C. Barbee
Carolina Plantations Real Estate
$36,575,907
Shawn C. Horton
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$36,340,386
Lisa S. Frye
St. James Properties, LLC
$36,271,390
Nicole N. Valentine
Intracoastal Realty
$35,043,146
Christopher J. Kuhn
RE/MAX at the Beach / Oak Island
$33,617,357
James M. Diaz
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$33,551,839
Brian R. Hess
Pulte Homes
$32,993,769
Tom C. Gale
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$32,677,234
Sherwood Strickland Group
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$31,976,162
Gwen J. Hawley
Intracoastal Realty Corp.
$31,898,301
WWP John Munroe Team
Wendy Wilmot Properties
$31,224,649
The Cameron Team
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
$31,108,171
Baxter Cheek
Keller Williams Realty - Brunswick County
$31,035,500
Anne Arnold
PROACTIVE Real Estate
$30,902,050
BRUNSWICK NEW HOMES & REAL ESTATE
$41,451,411
$38,720,907
RELENTLESS
Lindsey Jenkins Broker/REALTOR®
910-368-9626
Collective LindseyJenkins5@gmail.com CRCI Board of Directors Member The Foundation of Brunswick Community College Board of Directors Each office is independently owned and operated
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BRUNSWICK COUNTY
BELVILLE Once a tiny community in the northeastern section of the county, Belville is a rapidly growing town. Part of the town’s vision includes incorporation of its Brunswick River waterfront as a recreational and educational center. This development is set on 150 acres that were once part of the 280-acre Belville Plantation owned by the family of Daniel Lindsay Russell, who served as governor of North Carolina from 1897 to 1901. This riverfront area includes a public boat ramp, picnic facilities, walking trails, shoreline fishing and a playground. SeaView Crab Company sells fresh, local seafood at an open-air market location here Thursday through Sunday. Incorporated in 1977, the Town of Belville includes more than 3,000 acres. The town center includes several small businesses as well as shopping centers, real estate, golf courses and other businesses.
A small community approximately 12.5 miles west of Wilmington, Sandy Creek was incorporated in 1988. Situated on 1.3 square miles of land, the town supports approximately 400 people committed to retaining the small hometown feeling they enjoy.
SANDY CREEK
LELAND Another of Brunswick County’s historically small communities, Leland has been bursting at the seams for several years. With the influx of newcomers to masterfully developed golf course communities, the accompanying commercial centers have followed. Incorporated in 1989, the town has large shopping centers with national and regional brand stores, professional offices and restaurants. Economic development
BY TERESA A. MCLAMB
NORTHERN BRUNSWICK COUNTY AREA INCLUDES: Leland, Belville, Winnabow, Navassa, Sandy Creek, Northwest, Town Creek PUBLIC SCHOOLS Belville Elementary Town Creek Elementary Lincoln Elementary Leland Middle North Brunswick High POPULATION Leland population: 2010.............. 13,527 2020.............. 26,984 Belville population: 2010................ 1,926 2020.................2,151 Northwest population: 2010................... 735 2020................... 785 Navassa population: 2010................ 1,505 2020................ 2,674
continues to be at the forefront, and the town’s economic development group has embraced history, culture and the arts to move it forward. The Leland Cultural Arts Center is a showpiece. Nationally affiliated WWAY-TV (ABC) is headquartered in Leland. Located on the west convergence of the Brunswick and Cape Fear rivers is Navassa, incorporated in 1977. Navassa first came to life in 1869 when a railroad was built across the Cape Fear from Wilmington from the town’s current site. The line helped to connect Wilmington to Charlotte and the interior of South Carolina. Industrious Wilmington merchants secured a deal to ship turpentine products to the West Indies and return with the rail cars loaded with guano (a natural fertilizer). They built the Navassa Guano Factory in 1869. The village that sprung up around the factory was named Navassa by the U.S. Postal Service in 1885. At its heyday, the business employed more than 4,000 workers. The village has seen hard economic times but is on the rebound with recent announcements of new industries moving to the area. The town has a well trained police department and volunteer fire/rescue department.
NAVASSA
NORTHWEST Incorporated as Brunswick County’s 18th town in 1993, Northwest has about 750 residents and is managed by a mayor, city clerk and five council members, a fire station and police department. Its name is a simple reference to its location in northwestern Brunswick County. The primarily agricultural community adjoins Columbus County and measures 6.04 square miles.
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CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS
1426 CAPE FEAR NATIONAL DRIVE, LELAND
1042 CARBERRY LANE, LELAND
MOST EXPENSIVE HOMES SOLD IN LELAND AREA Price per sq. ft.
Selling Date
Listed Price
Selling Price
1042 Carberry Lane, Leland
6/4/2021
$1,175,000
$1,156,250
223
$274.12
Douglas S. Terhune
Carolina Plantations RE-Leland
Leslie E. McIntosh
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties - Landfall
1426 Cape Fear National Drive, Leland
8/10/2021
$969,000
$955,000
0
$269.01
The Rising Tide Team
Intracoastal Realty
Kevin T. Murphy
Nest Realty
5033 Creswell Drive, Leland
5/14/2021
$869,000
$865,000
223
$249.64
Douglas E. Kesling
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Domin & Schwartz Real Estate Group
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage Midtown
2138 Cokesbury Court, Leland
2/26/2021
$875,000
$855,000
113
$193.61
Jason Allen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Will Musselwhite
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
1054 Marshside Way, Belville
7/28/2021
$849,500
$850,000
3
$209.88
Amy W. Brown
Keller Williams Realty
Ronel Austin
Coastal Realty Associates, LLC
Address
DOM
Selling Company
Listing Agent
Listing Company
CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS
200 CEDAR HILL ROAD NC, NAVASSA
Selling Agent
6130 BEST FARM ROAD NE, LELAND
TOP LAND SALES IN LELAND AREA Address
Selling Date
Listed Price
Selling Price
DOM
Price per Acre
Selling Agent
Selling Company
Listing Agent
Listing Company
200 Cedar Hill Road NC, Navassa
8/1/21
$5,600,000
$5,600,000
0
$44,143.15
Non Member
Non Member
Marshall M. Pickett
Ivester Jackson & Associates
1791 Leland School Road NE, Leland
12/22/21
$1,100,000
$1,050,000
4
$229,257.64
Jason Bell & Associates
Keller Williams Realty
Jason Bell & Associates
Keller Williams Realty
6130 Best Farm Road NE, Leland
2/18/21
$895,000
$830,000
371
$4,472.71
Vance B. Young
Intracoastal Realty
Vance B. Young
Intracoastal Realty
1920 Mt. Misery Road NE, Leland
12/22/21
$549,900
$475,000
279
$59,673.37
Jeanette J. Egerer
BlueCoast Realty Corporation
P. Andrew Kelly
Nest Realty
250 Hewett-Burton Road SE, Leland
1/15/21
$375,000
$375,000
2
$30,048.08
Carolyn Kaye Dunn
Dunn & Associates
Pat Moore
Coastal ERA
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CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS
BRUNSWICK FOREST
TOP NEW HOME DEVELOPMENTS IN THE LELAND AREA Development
Sides
Volume
Brunswick Forest Realty, LLC
326
$119,172,740
D.R. Horton, Inc.
258
$70,126,013
Pointe South Realty, LLC
127.5
$43,613,181
The Bluffs Real Estate Company
77
$11,513,613
Pulte Home Company, LLC
33
$9,621,725
TOP BROKERAGE FIRMS IN THE LELAND AREA Development
Sides
Volume
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
1,103.50
$329,617,820
Keller Williams Realty
326
$93,157,060
Intracoastal Realty
308
$92,411,450
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
190.5
$50,768,943
EXP Realty
143
$40,241,115
BlueCoast Realty Corporation
88
$25,825,716
Nest Realty
85
$25,671,127
RE/MAX Essential
77
$21,348,094
RE/MAX Executive
65
$20,354,174
Coastal Properties
57
$16,164,217
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NORTHERN BRUNSWICK COUNTY
NEW HOMES MAP Whether you’re relocating to the area or just moving across town, whether you’re upgrading or downsizing or just want a change of scenery, there’s a house for you in northern Brunswick County. We’ve plotted the area’s subdivisions on this map and given you an idea of the price range in each neighborhood. Please keep in mind that the real estate market changes daily; therefore, some of the information in this section could change by the time you read this. Call or visit websites to verify information that is important to you. If you’re in the market for a house in northern Brunswick County, we think you’ll find this guide very helpful. Happy hunting!
01 Adair Park
08 Hawkeswater at the River left onto Snowfield Road and neighborhood will be on the left.
• Follow Highway 17 S. Take a left turn into the first entrance into Westgate onto Ocean Gate Plaza. Follow to Westgate Drive and take a left at the stop sign. Go straight after traffic circle and Adair Park will be on your left just off of Angels Drive.
• Approx. 10 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Approx. 2 miles from downtown Wilmington
• BillClarkHomes.com
• Single-family homes available
• Approx. 6 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Contact: (910) 839-8355
• Single-family homes available
• Single-family homes available
02 Bellamy Place
05 Compass Pointe
• Located on Highway 133 next to Belville Elementary School
09 Hearthstone • Located on Lanvale Road, about 1 mile off Highway 17 on left
• Located on Village Road. From Wilmington, take first Leland exit. Take right onto Village Road and follow about 2.5 miles and neighborhood is on the right.
• Located on Highway 74/76 in Leland
• Approx. 5 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Approx. 9 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Single-family homes available
• Approx. 6 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Lots, single-family homes and townhomes available
• Townhomes available
03 Brunswick Forest
• CompassPointeNC.com
06 Dabney Park
• Located on Highway 17 S.
• Located near the intersection of Lanvale Road and Old Fayetteville Road.
• Approx. 6 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Approx. 8 miles to downtown Wilmington
• Contact: Brunswick Forest Realty, (910) 371-2434
• Single-family homes available
• BrunswickForest.com
• StevensFineHomes.com
• Home sites, townhomes, single-family homes available
• Contact: (910) 332-8501
04 Campbell’s Ridge • Located off of Snowfield Road in Leland. From Wilmington, take Highway 17 for about 8 miles. Turn left onto Hewett. • Burton Road. Turn immediately right onto Hazels Branch Road and follow about 1.5 miles. Take a
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07 Grayson Park • Located off Highway 17 on Maco Road / Highway 87 N. • Approx. 8 miles from downtown Wilmington • Single-family homes available
10 Ibis Landing • Located on Highway 17 in Leland. From Wilmington, take Highway 17 for about 8 miles and neighborhood is on the right. • Approx. 10 miles from downtown Wilmington • Townhomes available
11 Juniper Creek • Located on Old Fayetteville Road. From Wilmington, take first Leland exit. Take right onto Village Road and follow about 1 mile. At stoplight, take a left onto Old Fayetteville Road. Follow about 2.5 miles and neighborhood is on the right. • Approx. 7 miles from downtown Wilmington • Single-family homes available
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This Brunswick County new development map is NOT to scale and is designed to give readers an approximate idea of the new home community locations. Prices in real estate can change often. Please check with your real estate professional for the most up-to-date pricing.
12 Lanvale Forest
13 Lincoln Place
14 Magnolia Greens
• L ocated on Lanvale Road 1.2 miles off Highway 17
• Located on Village Road • Approx. 7 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Located on Highway 17 S. just past Waterford, across from Walmart
• Approx. 8 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Townhomes available
• Approx. 5 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Single-family homes available
• Single-family homes and townhomes available
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2022-23 NORTHERN BRUNSWICK COUNTY NEW HOMES MAP 15 Northern Lights • Located on Northwest Road. From Wilmington, take Highway 74/76 to Northwest (about 12 miles). Take a right onto Northwest Road and neighborhood is on the left.
25 The Retreat at
Mt. Misery Exit 8 then turn right. Continue ahead and make right on Dogwood Road. Follow to Bluffs entrance on Strawberry Hill Drive to the gatehouse.
Mallory Creek Plantation
• Approx. 13 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Approx. 15 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Located between Mallory Creek Plantation and Brunswick Forest. 3.5 miles from the Leland exit on Highway 133 S. Take a right onto Mallory Creek Drive. Travel 1.5 miles and community is on the left.
• StevensFineHomes.com
• TheBluffsNC.com
• Approx. 9 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Contact: (910) 332-8501
• Contact: (910) 383-2820
• Single-family homes available
• Single-family homes available
• Home sites and single-family homes available
16 SeaBrooke
21 The Forest at
Mallory Creek Plantation
• Located off Lanvale Road NE. From Highway 17 turn on Lanvale Road NE. Turn left onto Olde Lanvale Road NE. Turn right on W. Highcroft Drive NE. Turn left on Avington Lane.
• Located off Highway 133, 4 miles from Highway 17. Take a right onto Mallory Creek Drive. Travel 1 mile and community is on the left.
• Approx. 7 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Approx. 9 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Single-family homes available
• Single-family homes available
17 Skylar’s Cove • Located on Village Road. From Wilmington, take first Leland exit. Take right onto Village Road and follow about 1.5 miles and neighborhood is on the left. • Approx. 5 miles from downtown Wilmington • Homes available
18 Southview Park • Located on Leland School Road just off Highway 74/76 and Mt. Misery Road • Approx. 7 miles from downtown Wilmington • Single-family homes available
19 Summer Bay Villas
22 The Grove at
Mallory Creek Plantation • Located off Highway 133, 4 miles from Highway 17 • Approx. 8 miles from downtown Wilmington • Single-family homes available
23 The Pines at
Mallory Creek Plantation • Located 3.5 miles from the Leland exit on Highway 133 S.
• Contact: Kelly Sloop, (910) 617-3081 • Single-family homes available
27 Vineyard Grove • Located on Leland School Road. From Wilmington, take first Leland exit. Take right onto Village Road and follow about 2.5 miles. Take a right onto Leland School Road and neighborhood is on the left. • Approx. 7 miles from downtown Wilmington • Single-family homes available
28 Waterford of the Carolinas • Located on Highway 17 S. across from Walmart • Approx. 5 miles from downtown Wilmington • Homesites and single-family homes available
• MalloryCreekNC.com • Single-family homes available
• Approx. 9 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Townhomes available
• StevensFineHomes.com
24 The Pinnacle at
Mallory Creek Plantation
• Contact: (910) 332-8501
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• Approx. 8 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Contact: Sales Office, (910) 332-8501
• Approx. 6 miles from downtown Wilmington
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• Located off Highway 133, 4 miles from Highway 17
• TrusstBuilderGroup.com/Waterford
• L ocated off Highway 133, 4 miles from Highway 17
• Follow Highway 421 N to I-140 W (or from the Wrightsville Beach side I-40 W to I-140 W) to
Mallory Creek Plantation
• Approx. 6 miles from downtown Wilmington
• Located off of Westgate Drive in Leland. From Wilmington, take Highway 17 for about 6 miles. At stoplight, turn left onto Ploof Road. At first traffic circle, take the second right onto Tradeway Drive. At the next traffic circle take the 3rd right onto West Gate Drive. Neighborhood will be on the left in about 1/4 mile.
20 The Bluffs on the Cape Fear
26 Tyler’s Cove at
• Townhomes available
29 Windsor Park • L ocated on Highway 74/76 behind the Industrial Park, just past the second Leland exit on your right. • Approx. 10 miles from downtown Wilmington • Single-family homes available
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TOP IN THE LELAND AREA TOP RENTALS IN LELAND AREA Address
Subdivision
Sq. Ft
Monthly Rent
505 Esthwaite Drive SE, Leland
Hawkeswater
2700
$2,850
6097 Shore Park Drive, Leland
Brunswick Forest
2772
$2,850
6414 Saxon Meadow Drive, Leland
Brunswick Forest
2350
$2,800
310 Island Cove Court, Winnabow
Westport
2550
$2,650
1048 Stonebridge Lane, Leland
Waterford
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Hearthstone
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[ FACTS AND FIGURES ]
2021 YEAR-END STATS IN BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC
From January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021 $399,221 2021
NEW LISTINGS IN BRUNSWICK COUNTY
17%
$340,741 2020
7,032
in 2020
AVERAGE HOME SALE PRICE
7,227 in 2021
2.8%
FOR BRUNSWICK COUNTY
25.3%
$2,704,199,429 2021
HOUSES SOLD IN BRUNSWICK COUNTY
6,331 $2,157,449,018 2020
TOTAL SALES VOLUME FOR BRUNSWICK COUNTY
6,870 in 2021
in 2020
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BILL CLARK HOMES
— Building. Family. Traditions. — By Michelle Macken
Bill Clark Homes is a family-owned and operated home builder with more than 40 years of local experience and named as one of the nation’s Top 100 Builders for over a decade. Best known for their coastal home styles and top-of-the-line finishes, they focus on maximizing spaces to not only accommodate any lifestyle but also combine options to personalize each home. Since 1977 Bill Clark Homes has been committed to being an innovator in the building industry and providing homes with details that set them apart from the competition. Bill Clark’s team achieves customer care with unparalleled integrity, making the home-building experience seamless, personalized and enjoyable. Bill Clark Homes of Wilmington works across four counties in southeastern North Carolina: Onslow, Pender, New Hanover and Brunswick. The communities in which Bill Clark Homes develops are exclusive to their home building. This allows them to set the tone of a community even before they break ground and gives clients the opportunity to envision their new neighborhood. Bill Clark Homes has several model homes that are open seven days a week and agents who would love to show you why Bill Clark Homes is the right fit for you. From open floor plans to extensive energy efficiency, Bill Clark is ready to meet your home-buying needs. Bill Clark also has a custom brand, Legacy Homes by Bill Clark, which allows their clients to customize and build a home with their lifestyle in mind. Legacy Homes by Bill Clark builds in master-planned communities and has a custom on-your-lot program as well. The Bill Clark name is something to be proud of, and the craftsmanship between both Bill Clark Homes and Legacy Homes by Bill Clark shows for itself. Their ability to change with the times but also remain a stable and steadfast company should reassure anyone buying a Bill Clark home that they have made the right decision. Bill Clark Homes is excited to announce its newest community, The Sanctuary at Sunset Beach, which is currently under development. This community is going to be the epitome of beach living with the added convenience and low maintenance of a planned community. Resort-inspired amenities will make a weekend at home feel like a vacation getaway. Located just steps away from local shops and restaurants, The Sanctuary at Sunset Beach will offer the laid-back coastal lifestyle that Sunset Beach is known for. For more information go to TheSanctuaryAtSunsetBeach.com The team at Bill Clark Homes believes that a house does not become a home until a family breathes life into it. Each community, home and design detail is created with the homeowner in mind, and they take great pride in building each home as if they were building it for themselves.
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THE BLUFFS ON THE CAPE FEAR — Southern Charm on the Waterfront —
By Michelle Macken
Steeped in rich maritime history, Wilmington, Brunswick County and the treacherous offshore shoals (dubbed the “Cape of Fear” by early mariners) have been vital to the fortunes of businessmen and buccaneers alike. This history drew the inspiration for The Bluffs on The Cape Fear, a private, 600-acre preserve just 15 minutes from downtown Wilmington. Situated at 32 feet above sea level, The Bluffs is elevated well above flood stage and can be found in a much sought-after location along the Cape Fear River. Over 200 miles in length, the Cape Fear River once served as a key transportation route for those traveling into the interior backwoods of North Carolina, and today The Bluffs celebrates the river’s rich history and beauty as neighbors say “living on the water means more at The Bluffs!” Doug Talbot created the lushly landscaped neighborhoods and natural preserves with privacy, tranquility and woodland beauty in mind, but he added the modern conveniences of natural gas and city water and sewer. Four quaint wooden bridges span meandering streams, and a half-dozen ponds beckon to migrating waterfowl. The Bluffs has placed an emphasis on style and craftsmanship, privacy and nature. In fact, each homesite, offering quarter-acre to full-acre in size, backs up to a natural area, including ponds, mixed hardwood and pine forests and even the Cape Fear River. Seven local builders are the featured builders here: AR Homes, Coastal Cypress Building, Hagood Homes, Horizon Homes, Legacy Homes by Bill Clark, Kent Homes and Southern Pines Homes offer elegant and luxurious custom home designs. Marc Wilson is the director of sales & marketing at The Bluffs. “The popular low-country designs range from 2,000 to 5,000 square feet, with sweeping front porches and room for two- to three-car garages,” he says. “And the rolling topography lends itself to walkout basement designs in several locations.” Amenities include a clubhouse with an indoor and outdoor kitchen and a resort style pool next to a 6-acre fishing and recreation lake with a small beach, pier and kayak launch. Kayaks are included. There is a children’s playground, a bocce ball court and a tennis court that converts to two pickleball courts. There are also several nature and walking trails throughout the development. “The riverfront is a highlight of the development,” Wilson says. A 6-foot wide, 600-foot-long boardwalk stretches from a parking area through the stands of towering cypress, loblolly pines and dogwoods, down to the marina and boat ramp. “From here, residents can easily boat to downtown Wilmington,” he adds. Development is underway for a 2-acre riverside park with an outdoor pavilion for cooking and entertainment, accessible by bicycle, car and walking trails. Clearly, The Bluffs has placed an emphasis on outdoor living and recreation. “One of the favorite amenities is our private beach club,” Wilson says. “It is one of only three private clubs on Oak Island.” Located on the second row, the club offers spacious porches, a full-sized kitchen, a living and dining area and bathrooms with showers, all of it tailored to relaxation after a day at the beach. The Bluffs offers a true waterfront experience from riverside to oceanside to pondside to poolside.
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BRUNSWICK FOREST
— Active Living. Award-Winning Lifestyle. — By Lauren Krouse
It’s hard to believe that Brunswick Forest is almost 15 years old. The lively, 4,500-acre, amenity-rich retreat is where community connection and active living are always on the calendar. As the only coastal North Carolina community deemed one of the top 50 bestselling master-planned communities nationwide, Brunswick Forest is a prime example of a community designed with active residents in mind. Located just minutes from historic, downtown Wilmington over the Cape Fear River, Brunswick Forest boasts nearly 20 unique neighborhoods with housing options ranging from low-maintenance patio homes and upscale townhomes to spacious golf course estates and charming coastal bungalows. Brunswick Forest continues to grow with the opening of new neighborhoods each year. “We have consistently experienced record growth year after year,” says Jerry Helms, president of Brunswick Forest Realty. “Quite simply, our strategy is to deliver precisely what people desire in a home and community.” For Brunswick Forest residents, this means miles of walking and biking trails winding through lush forests with quaint footbridges over creeks. It means pocket parks and greenspace galore for neighborhood gatherings and events, three fitness and wellness centers with one indoor and three outdoor pools, several exercise and meeting rooms, a splash pad for the kids, and tennis and pickleball courts. The fitness and wellness centers offer educational seminars on topics ranging from memoir-writing and interior design to financial planning and self-defense. Active living flows through the landscape of Brunswick Forest, with access to everything just a short walk or bike ride away. Residents can traverse Hammock Lake on standup paddleboards, kayaks and canoes, and nearby Town Creek feeds into the Cape Fear River for outings on larger watercraft. In the heart of Brunswick Forest, the Clubhouse at Cape Fear National Golf Club offers wine-pairing dinners, a prime rib night and the popular dinners-to-go. Nearby, The Villages of Brunswick Forest serves as a town center with shops, restaurants, service outlets and medical facilities. Residents say they have never been more active or happier in their lives, and the reason is clear — Brunswick Forest provides an endless source of opportunities as well as plenty of open space for outdoor recreation. Residents have access to all common amenities as part of their home ownership and monthly HOA dues — with no need to pay an additional club membership. Those interested in joining the Brunswick Forest community are invited to stop by the Welcome Center or to call for a tour of the community. The Welcome Center offers model home tours daily as well as several premier Coastal Home Showcase Weekends when visitors can tour all the new homes and neighborhoods throughout Brunswick Forest.
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Compass Pointe is more than just a gorgeous community. Residents of this North Brunswick County development agree that the best part of living here is the lifestyle. They enjoy not only unbelievable amenities but also friendly and fun new neighbors who often become friends. Compass Pointe’s carefully placed resort-style amenities include the Lazy River, the Resort Oasis Pool and the impressive Grand Lanai, a large clubhouse with lounge seating, TVs, a commercial-grade kitchen for residents to use and the Oasis Bar and Grill. The community also features The Pointe Wellness Center with state-of-the-art equipment, spa services and a brand-new indoor pool facility. Add in tennis and pickleball courts, lakes and ponds for fishing and kayaking, miles of walking and biking trails, a dog park, an outdoor amphitheater, an 18-hole golf course, an extensive golf practice facility, a golf pro shop and Latitudes Restaurant (open to the public), and you have a yearround community that feels like a vacation resort. Yet one of the best features of Compass Pointe is its undeveloped natural areas. Among the community’s 2,200 acres are nearly 1,000 acres set aside for nature conservation, including 880 acres of Certified Gold Audubon Signature Sanctuary. Residents find serenity and tranquility in this environment and can enjoy birdwatching, relaxing, quiet walks and star-gazing. Though it feels a like a private getaway, Compass Pointe is a short 10-minute drive from downtown Wilmington, which is rich in history, art, culture, shopping, dining and entertainment. And it’s only a short hop from there to Wrightsville Beach, where seaside walks, surfing or paddleboarding are part of the routine. Compass Pointe currently has approximately 1,100 existing homes and more than 1,550 home sites sold. The homes in Compass Pointe are built by the area’s top builders and offer quality craftsmanship and practical designs. They are inviting and comfortable with open floor plans and features such as screened porches and patios that allow homeowners to enjoy the pleasant, temperate climate year-round. With choices like low-maintenance villas, cozy cottages and cabanas, Florida-style patio homes and traditional brick homes, there is something to suit every taste and budget.
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THE HOME PLACE OF SOUTHPORT — Low-Maintenance Living —
By Michelle Macken
A new gated neighborhood is coming to Southport, and the focus is on making life easier for its residents. The Home Place of Southport is located just 4 minutes from the downtown waterfront and only 10 minutes from the beaches of nearby Oak Island. Once complete, the neighborhood will feature 52 brick single-family villas and duplex garden homes starting from the $400s. Award-winning Premier Homes is the builder. Since 1985 Premier Homes has been building and developing communities from the North Carolina mountains to the coast. With more than 40 communities completed and nearly 3,000 homes built, the company has vast experience in land development as well as new-home construction. Premier Homes is well known for its attention to detail and for designing low-maintenance homes with highly desired retirement smart features such as screened lanais, open floorplans and designer kitchens and baths. The open designs allow residents to move throughout the space unhindered and promote sociability and communication, making these homes perfect for entertaining. The two floor plans featured in The Home Place of Southport are the Beach Boca Villa and the Beach Boca Duplex Garden Home. The layout of the homes is
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identical with the exception being that the Beach Boca Duplex Garden Home layout shares a common wall with its neighbor. Both floor plans have the option of a second-floor bonus bedroom and full bath, adding an additional 350 feet to the plan. Popular features such as a kitchen island, fireplace and built-in bookcases are all included as standard features with these charming homes. One of the most attractive features of this neighborhood is the low-maintenance living. Residents will spend less time maintaining their residence and more time enjoying the coastal lifestyle. In The Home Place, lawn maintenance is included in the monthly HOA dues so residents will never have to mow their grass or trim their hedges again. The HOA will also maintain all the landscaping of the common areas in the neighborhood. Additionally, once a year, the HOA will clean the windows of all the homes and power wash the driveways. Another bonus is that all the homes in the community are built of brick. Brick homes are known for being easy to maintain, energy-efficient, durable and highly fire-resistant. As part of the HOA dues, exterior maintenance of the home is also included, should any issues ever arise. With these tasks under the care of the HOA, you can focus on living your best life.
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LEGACY HOMES BY BILL CLARK
— Your Community. Your Budget. Your Dream Home. — By Michelle Macken
Legacy Homes by Bill Clark is Bill Clark Homes’ custom brand. Created by Bill Clark Homes, an award-winning home builder in the Carolinas since 1977, Legacy Homes focuses on building homes of extreme quality tailored for each client’s individual needs. Currently building in Wilmington, Hampstead, Holly Ridge, Leland, Southport, Oak Island and surrounding areas, Legacy Homes is your path to the Carolina coast. This premier homebuilder capitalizes on luxury craftsmanship, distinguished design and superior service to make the building process enjoyable. The Legacy team of professionals works together to take their clients from visualizing their ideal home to seamlessly designing and building it. This experience should be exciting, and the Legacy team of experts keeps it that way with an established process and a genuine love for home design. “Our dedicated team of sales representatives, project coordinators and designers will help you build the home of your dreams, whatever your dreams may be,” says Heath Clark, president and owner of Legacy Homes by Bill Clark. There are three ways to get started with acquiring your new home. Buyers can the customer to begin drawing their new home. purchase a completed Legacy Home, choose If the client has already purchased or designed a home plan from the vast portfolio or a plan, Legacy will continue with the following customize one of the Legacy Home plans to steps: home estimation, design consultation, make it one-of-a-kind. final home pricing, steps to construction, Legacy Homes recognizes that building a guidance during construction and continued custom home can be overwhelming, so they LegacyHomesbyBillClark.com communication until the client is successfully simplify the method while still assisting each (910) 550-1167 moved into their brand-new home. homeowner in establishing their custom plan The Legacy Homes by Bill Clark Design distinctive to their lifestyle and family. Studio is inspiration central. Inspired by their The entire journey is planned out in favorite downtown Wilmington boutiques, the designers of the systematic steps. The first thing a customer starting the process studio created it to spark their customers’ imaginations. The Design will expect is the Initial Consultation. This is where the homebuyers Studio is organized to make home-selection decisions easy. Legacy meet with one of the Legacy New Home Consultants to map out a Homes Design Consultants help navigate decisions every step of plan tailored to fit their needs and expectations. the way. Legacy Homes is currently building in Summerhouse on If the client already owns a home site, care will be taken to Everett Bay, Salters Haven, The Bluffs on the Cape Fear, Compass ensure that the plans fit properly on the site and that it abides by Pointe, Brunswick Forest, River Lights, St. James Plantation, Pine the guidelines of the community. Forest and Pine Forest. Following, one of the Legacy plan design professionals will meet
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ST. JAMES Begun in the 1980s as a private subdivision off N.C. Highway 211, the town of St. James was incorporated in 1999. Built along the Intracoastal Waterway and near Lockwood Folly River, the town has welcomed more than 7,000 residents from around the country. Their dedication to their community is visible in their award-winning service club and several other organizations that provide many hours of volunteer service to the community and to causes dear to residents. St. James features four golf courses, a full-service marina, tennis courts,
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swimming pools and a beach club on Oak Island. SOUTHPORT Southport’s position at the
mouth of the Cape Fear River where it flows into the Atlantic made it a logical choice for pre-colonial settlers. A few miles upriver, Brunswick Town and Fort Anderson were founded in 1726 and burned by the British in 1776. These ruins are vital to the state’s archeological history. Long ago, the town of Southport became a favored stop for steamboat and schooner captains
ferrying goods between Wilmington and the Atlantic Ocean, as well as for wealthy Wilmingtonians seeking a rest from city life. Today, the riverfront boasts Victorianera homes along with antiques shops, art galleries, restaurants, ancient oak trees and more modern structures such as Dosher Memorial Hospital, a four-bay fire station and numerous commercial centers. A stop at the Whittler’s Bench on the Southport riverfront allows visitors to view Bald Head Island, the Atlantic merging with the Cape Fear and the Intracoastal Waterway. The
Southport, Oak Island, Caswell Beach, Bald Head Island, St. James, Bolivia PUBLIC SCHOOLS Bolivia Elementary, Virginia Williamson Elementary, Southport Elementary, South Brunswick Middle, South Brunswick High, Brunswick County Academy, Brunwick County Early College High
region’s maritime history is explained at the Southport Maritime Museum on Howe Street; visitors should also stop by the Old Brunswick County Jail and Old Smithville Burying Ground. A short ferry ride from here is Fort Fisher State Park, the last stronghold of the Confederacy. The fort was instrumental in protecting the port of Wilmington. It was the largest earthwork fort in the South active during the Civil War. At the ferry landing, you’ll see Price Lighthouse, the last of a string of squat brick sentinels constructed between 1845 and 1851 from Wilmington to the mouth of the Cape Fear River. During the Civil War, Confederate troops used the lighthouse to communicate with officers at Fort Fisher. It was closed in 1867. Southport’s notable charms have made it the backdrop for many film projects, including Nicholas Sparks’ Safe Haven. Tours of local film locations are available. Southport hosts the state’s official Fourth of July Celebration and parade each year. Displaying their sense of humor, residents string together the name of four prominent streets, three named for Colonial figures — Lord, Howe, Dry, I Am. We’ll likely never know the origin, but it’s fun to speculate. BALD HEAD ISLAND The state’s oldest remaining
lighthouse, Old Baldy, is open for tours on Bald Head Island. Built in 1817, the 90-foot brick structure helped guide ships safely to the mouth of the Cape Fear River until 1935, when it was replaced by a new light at Caswell Beach. Some 100 steps and a wooden ladder lead to the top and a spectacular view of the island, Atlantic Ocean and Cape Fear River. Bald Head Island sits at the mouth of the Cape Fear River where it joins the Atlantic Ocean. Accessible by private ferry from Southport, the village was incorporated in 1985. Its pristine beaches, maritime forest, dune ridge and marsh make it a desirable year-round home for about 200 people and respite for visitors who often fly in to Cape Fear Regional Airport on Oak Island to stay on the island. Amenities include a golf course, a marina, restaurants and shops. Accommodations include cottages as well as bed and breakfast inns. The 12,000-acre island, which includes an 800-acre maritime forest with
POPULATION Southport population: 2010................ 2,833 2020.................4,176
St. James population: 2010................ 3,165 2020................ 7,042
Bald Head Island population: 2010................... 158 2020................... 186
Bolivia population: 2010................... 143 2020................... 158
Oak Island population: 2010................ 6,783 2020................ 8,972
Boiling Spring Lakes population: 2010................ 5,372 2020................ 6,577
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[ TAKE A LOOK AROUND ] freshwater lagoons, is being developed with a 15 percent maximum capacity. You can explore the island by bike or golf cart; no cars are allowed. Across the Cape Fear River from Bald Head is Caswell Beach, a quiet town of about 300 year-round residents situated on the eastern tip of the island. A wide selection of condos and single-family homes are available to vacationers. Its intentionally limited commercial district includes Oak Island Golf and Country Club. Incorporated in 1975, the town takes its name from Fort Caswell, which was built in 1826 and seized in 1861 by Confederate troops, who held it until 1865. The fort was used in the Spanish American War, World War I and World War II. It now belongs to the N.C. Baptist Assembly, which uses the site as a conference and retreat center. Another attraction of the town is the Oak Island Lighthouse. Activated on May 15, 1958, it is the most brilliant in the nation and second in the world with standard candle-power of 1,400,000 and the capacity of 14,000,000 to 20,000,000 candle-power when needed.
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Boasting 70-plus public beach accesses, Oak Island
also offers access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Davis Canal for fishing, kayaking and birding. The town has a municipal golf course and several parks and ballfields. Its thriving commercial district includes restaurants, service businesses, real estate sales and rentals and marinas. The town of Oak Island was created with the 1999 merger of Yaupon Beach (named for the native yaupon tree) and Long Beach (named for its expansive beach strand). Like others in the county, its south-facing orientation allows spectacular sunsets over the ocean. The town limits include a commercial district on the mainland approach to the Oak Island Bridge. Some 8,000 yearround residents welcome about 35,000 summertime visitors. BOLIVIA The seat of government in Brunswick County, Bolivia is believed to have been named for the South American country from which crates of guano were shipped through this town to other towns. A post office has been in operation here since 1892. Settlement by immigrants of European ancestry, mostly farmers and timber men, began here in the early 19th century. Incorporated in 1911, the town became home to the county government complex in 1977. Just outside the incorporated area is the campus of Brunswick Community College and Brunswick Early College High School.
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BALD HEAD ISLAND & OAK ISLAND/CASWELL BEACH
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6807 E. BEACH DRIVE, OAK ISLAND
704 SHOALS WATCH WAY, BALD HEAD ISLAND
15 E. BEACH DRIVE #187, BALD HEAD ISLAND
3707 E. BEACH DRIVE, LOT #4, OAK ISLAND
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MOST EXPENSIVE HOMES SOLD IN BALD HEAD ISLAND 704 Shoals Watch Way, Bald Head Island
7/27/2021
$6,300,000
$6,150,000
289
$1,181.10
Steve P. Prokop
Carolina Plantations Real Estate
Stephanie Blake
Intracoastal Realty
15 E. Beach Drive #187, Bald Head Island
8/18/2021
$4,250,000
$3,950,000
36
$848
Wendy Wilmot
Wendy Wilmot Properties
Barbara Adams Miller
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
4 Stede Bonnet Close, Bald Head Island
12/9/2021
$3,950,000
$3,750,000
22
$833.15
David B. Wray
Intracoastal Realty
Doug Oakley
Intracoastal Realty
9 Wood Duck Trail #L16 & 17, Bald Head Island
8/12/2021
$3,825,000
$3,650,000
50
$799.04
WWP Ward Team
Wendy Wilmot Properties
Barbara Adams Miller
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
202 Row Boat Row, Bald Head Island
5/28/2021
$3,295,000
$3,037,500
127
$929.47
Wendy Wilmot
Wendy Wilmot Properties
Wendy Wilmot
Wendy Wilmot Properties
MOST EXPENSIVE HOMES SOLD IN OAK ISLAND/CASWELL BEACH 3707 E. Beach Drive, Lot #4, Oak Island
10/12/21
$1,899,500
$1,961,650
9
$653.88
Wanda Crider Adkins
Better Beach Sales & Rentals
John G. Hamilton
Better Beach Sales & Rentals
6807 E. Beach Drive, Oak Island
12/3/21
$1,949,900
$1,949,900
10
$633.08
Christine Camp
Carolina Exclusives
John G. Hamilton
Better Beach Sales & Rentals
5528 E. Beach Drive, Oak Island
11/5/21
$1,949,000
$1,875,000
99
$436.96
Bethany Jackson
Premier Real Estate of the Sandhills
Robert Carroll
RE/MAX Southern Coast
205 Caswell Beach Road #3, Oak Island
12/8/21
$1,725,000
$1,725,000
8
$704.37
Burt Elmore
Lynda Haraway Group, Inc.
Non Member
Non Member
111 E. Beach Drive, Oak Island
9/27/21
$1,700,000
$1,700,000
0
$638.14
Aimee Freeman
Keller Williams Realty
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161 NORTH LAKE DRIVE, BOILING SPRING LAKES
220 RIVER DRIVE, SOUTHPORT
2815 HARBORSIDE WAY, SOUTHPORT
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930 NICKLAUS ROAD, BOILING SPRING LAKES
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MOST EXPENSIVE HOMES SOLD IN BOILING SPRING LAKES 930 Nicklaus Road, Boiling Spring Lakes
10/4/2021
$366,326
$366,326
51
$212.36
Edward M. Schaack
exp Realty
Tracy Vincent
Kingfisher Homes and Sales, LLC
161 North Lake Drive, Boiling Spring Lakes
9/16/2021
$299,000
$327,500
2
$204.69
Ginger Harper Real Estate Group
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Randy Wilson
Port Realty, Inc.
860 Eden Drive, Boiling Spring Lakes
4/1/2021
$259,000
$266,185
10
$145.70
Sara Hauser
Hauser Real Estate Company
Sara Hauser
Hauser Real Estate Company
242 Pine Lake Road, Boiling Spring Lakes
4/2/2021
$265,000
$263,500
26
$175.20
Jennifer Bullock Team
RE/MAX Executive
Kim Skipper Anderson
Art Skipper Realty, Inc.
898 Boros Road, Boiling Spring Lakes
4/26/2021
$259,000
$259,600
8
$142.09
Hank Troscianiec & Associates
Keller Williams Realty - OKI Brunswick County
Sara Hauser
Hauser Real Estate Company
MOST EXPENSIVE HOMES SOLD IN SOUTHPORT 2815 Harborside Way, Southport
8/10/2021
$1,495,000
$1,840,000
23
$459.77
Rick C. Cavaliere
St. James Properties, LLC
Lisa S. Frye
St. James Properties, LLC
220 River Drive, Southport
8/9/2021
$1,995,000
$1,800,000
22
$460.12
Linda M. Pukenas
Sea Glass Realty, LLC
Edward F. Mintz
Art Skipper Realty, Inc.
6249 Pebble Shore Lane #145, Southport
9/10/2021
$1,695,000
$1,535,000
72
$450.01
Kay Jolliff
Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc.
Bonner D. Herring
RE/MAX Southern Coast
2769 Pinecrest Drive #8 & 9, Southport
11/19/2021
$1,585,000
$1,500,000
3
$225.36
Robert Sidden
St. James Properties, LLC
Hank Troscianiec & Associates
Keller Williams Realty - OKI Brunswick County
2775 Pinecrest Drive, Southport
5/27/2021
$1,425,000
$1,425,000
4
$216.99
Kathy Ross
Palm Realty, Inc.
Lisa S. Frye
St. James Properties, LLC
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Built in 2004, this light-filled home was designed by award-winning architect Peter Quinn and built by Dudley Builders on a Bald Head Island. The house is situated so that almost every room offers views of the 143’ of unobstructed beach frontage. Just steps off the sand are the home’s 40’ x 20’ stainless steel pool and separate jetted spa.
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THE DETAILS Year Built: 2004 Number of Bathrooms: 6 full, 1 half Number of Bedrooms: 7 Number of Total Rooms: 20 Heated Square Feet: 5,207 Waterfront Oceanview Days On Market: 261 Listing Price: 6,300,000 Selling Price: 6,150,000 Sold Date: 7/27/21 Listing Agent: Stephanie Blake, Intracoastal Realty Selling Agent: Steve P. Prokop, Carolina Plantations Real Estate
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[ ASSOCIATION Q&A ]
EA RUTH
2022 President, Cape Fear Realtors® The real estate market has been nothing but hot! Other area agents also report that 2021 was an outstanding and somewhat frenzied year for home sales, with some indicators in record-setting territory. The median price of a home ended at $325,000, which continued to increase by 14% over the previous record in 2020 of $285,000 (which was 11.1% over 2019). We have had a steady increase in home values since 2014, which was 8.2% over 2013. The Cape Fear Realtors end-of-year report compared the following December 2021 numbers with those of December 2020 (shown in parentheses): • Closed sales: 1,160 (1,309) • Pending sales: 851 (934) • New listings: 726 (905) • Days on the market: 33 (65) • Median sales price: $325,000 ($285,000) • Months’ supply of inventory: 0.8 (1.8) Record-low interest rates and increasing home values across the country have allowed us in North Carolina and especially our coastal region to enjoy significant growth from people relocating to enjoy our lifestyle of Southern charm, waterways, beaches, fishing, boating, a wealth of historical architecture and history dating back to the 18th century as well as a city life filled with entertainment, restaurants and shopping. What do you foresee for 2022?
More of the same. We had a little lull the first week of January 2022, but we are now experiencing an increase in contracts with an average of less than 30 days on the market. When the supply of homes is low and demand is high, this would be considered a seller’s market. Housing demand and a strong economy have driven prices up. Low interest rates have kept the demand high as borrowing encourages buyers to take out home loans; however, with the high demand to purchase we have seen an increase in cash purchases in the area, which has also increased
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How did 2021 compare to 2020?
the competitive nature of buying a home and made for multiple offer situations. Interest rates are “anticipated” to rise to just under 4%, which for some buyers may be out of reach, so we may see a slight number of buyers drop-off in the low to moderate income bracket; however, these rates are still historically low and attractive to a majority of buyers and investors that are in the market to purchase in 2022. What are the benefits of being a part of your
organization in your opinion?
As one of the largest trade organizations, being a member of Cape Fear Realtors® offers us a platform for professional development with an emphasis on our Code of Ethics by which we conduct ourselves with integrity and honor, a steady flow of news, educational classes and information to keep us informed and advocacy efforts to promote the right to own, transfer and use real property and promote housing affordability. The impact that our local Association of Realtors® has on home ownership is immense and covers a broad area of expertise from the basic buying and selling of residential real estate, builder and developer involvement of the ever-changing landscape within planning and zoning, volunteerism in our communities as well as the legislative activities to secure basic home ownership rights make up who we are and where we can go as an organization. How has COVID affected business this year?
Our industry has had record high sales, and we were deemed “essential” at the onset of the pandemic, which allowed us to continue to assist buyers and sellers with their real estate needs. Wilmington and the surrounding counties are experiencing lateral moves locally as buyers move up or down in home size and location depending on their personal life changes as well as out of state buyers who want a higher quality of life from the larger cities and pressing demands. COVID-19 was the impetus for many people to explore their options, and I do believe that trend will continue at least through 2022. In 2021 the home
[ ASSOCIATION Q&A ] functioned in a way that hadn’t been needed previously, such as home office, gym, school, restaurant, etc., leading buyers to look for homes that had additional rooms that suited the whole family and more outdoor space as families spent time in the home together. Technology is also becoming much more attractive with smart home devices and touch-less/voice-activated options. Any other thoughts/comments you want to share?
As a diverse female and the president of Cape Fear Realtor® for 2022, a portion of the responsibility will be celebrating our amazing organization’s 100th birthday. Wilmington and the surrounding communities in the Cape Fear region have
witnessed significant growth and changes since 1922, when the association was founded, and I am very honored and humbled to be the 100th president. Being tasked with kicking off the next 100 years is a huge responsibility, one that I take extremely seriously. My goal as president is to showcase how far we have come as an association and pave the way for future leaders that are as diverse as our wonderful community. Of course, any efforts to promote diversity and inclusion are not sustainable without equity. With that in mind, I will be focusing on providing fair opportunities for all people, to help ensure they can attain their full potential to the best of my ability.
JENNIFER BROWN
President, Brunswick County Association of Realtors What do you foresee for 2022?
Another great year! Lack of inventory will be something we will continue to see, although we hope to see some new construction inventory to help with that. Interest rates are expected to increase some, but they are still very good even with an increase. Historically, it is still unbelievable that we are listing a home, putting it under contract and selling on average in around 30-some days! CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
How many members are part of your organization? Has your organization seen growth this past year?
We have 1,411 Realtor members, a six-year high, and we averaged 14 new members a month in 2021. How did 2021 compare to 2020?
Residential sales were basically the same in terms of number of units sold and new listings as in 2020. The increase was in selling price (up almost 20%) and total value of sales (up 26%) hitting almost $3 billion in total sales. The past two years have seen record numbers in sales and record lows in available homes to sell.
What are the benefits of being a part of your organization in your opinion?
Being a part of BCAR allows us to also be a part of N.C. Realtors and the National Association of Realtors, which are both just bigger voices for our industry. All of these organizations support the American dream of home ownership. One of the things that
makes our trade association unique is that we have a Code of Ethics that we follow and have a process in place to hold us accountable to that; Realtor members are always held to a higher standard than someone who just has a real estate license. How has COVID affected business this year?
The real estate industry did a fantastic job of adapting quickly to new ways of doing business — doing video showings, etc. We worked very hard in a high-stress environment. Sellers were concerned about their homes being shown, buyers were concerned about going in homes, there was cleaning before and after each showing, and we all were being as cautious as we possibly could yet still helping people accomplish their goals of buying and selling. We fought hard and pushed through that new territory and ended up with an unbelievable couple of years in real estate!
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STEVE SWAIN
President, Wilmington Cape Fear Home Builders Association From an HBA perspective, as we headed into 2021 we eventually started to see some type of normalcy return as we were able to start holding in-person events again. For an association that is focused on providing our members with strategic valuedriven programs and events, 2021 was somewhat a breath of fresh air as opposed to 2020. From a market perspective, all three counties (Brunswick, Pender and New Hanover) showed exponential growth in 2021. Overall, the number of permits jumped considerably, especially in Brunswick County and Pender County. This is not surprising though, as much of the demand and market share has continued to thrive in those two counties for quite some time. Many of the same persistent headwinds that plagued the industry in 2020 carried over into 2021, and very well are going to carry over into 2022. The market needs more housing, but chronic production bottlenecks, building materials cost increases, labor shortages and just overall volatility in the market have created significant housing delivery delays and harmed housing affordability overall. Based upon the NAHB/Wells Fargo Index Survey, 96% of builders in 2021 and 91% of the builders in 2022 expect pricing on building materials to be a significant challenge. What do you foresee for 2022?
From a market perspective, as we head into 2022 we are going to continue to see much of the same that we saw in
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for builders as they seek to boost production to meet rising demand. Our builders are also still contending with persistent labor shortages. Looking at estimates from NAHB, the residential construction sector will need to add 740,000 workers a year just to keep pace with the industry’s growth, retirements and departures. On the interest rate front, inflation is running well above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target rate, and the Fed began tightening monetary policy in March, generating upward pressure on mortgage rates. We are anticipating that the Fed will conduct four 25-basis point federal funds rate increases in 2022 and that the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage will top 6% by the end of 2022. Meanwhile, residential remodeling activity is expected to increase 6% in 2022, following a growth rate of 10% in 2021 as people continue to use their homes for more purposes such as offices, schools and gyms. The surge in home equity has enabled more homeowners to finance remodeling projects that meet their needs. PHOTO BY BILL RITENOUR
How did 2021 compare to 2020?
2021, particularly in the first two quarters of the year. Low existing home inventory and strong buyer demand will keep housing moving forward in 2022. This is a positive thing, as the Wilmington region continues to be an attractive place for people to move to and live. Based upon economic reports by the group CoreLogic, the states that registered the highest net population growth between 2020 and 2021 were Texas, Florida, North Carolina, Arizona and Georgia. However, at the same time, our builder members will also continue to grapple with ongoing building material production bottlenecks and labor shortages that will limit the pace of construction, thus keeping upward pressure on home prices. At this point, building material costs are up 21% compared to a year ago. Their price and availability, along with persistent supply chain bottlenecks, will remain the most urgent challenge
How many members are part of your organization? Has your organization seen growth this past year?
Chartered in 1965 and representing more than 1,400 member firms, WCFHBA is the largest trade association in coastal North Carolina, the second-largest Home Builders Association in the state and the fifth largest Home Builders Association in the nation. Over the last five years,
[ ASSOCIATION Q&A ]
WCFHBA has consistently ranked in the top five HBAs in the state and nation. During this period, we have also seen a great deal of growth in our overall membership. As a member of this association, you are viewed as our extended family. A family of suppliers, finance professionals, tradesmen, builders, real estate professionals and many others who work together to keep our region strong. Nearly every home built in the Wilmington region is built or touched in by a member of this association.
What are the benefits of being a part of your organization in your opinion?
WCFHBA represents an industry that contributes billions of dollars to the economy of southeastern North Carolina and supports thousands of jobs in the greater Wilmington area. For more than 57 years, it has been the voice of the building industry, working to support not only our members involved in the home building industry but also be an influential force for responsible growth by protecting
property rights and the privilege of homeownership. When you join WCFHBA, you automatically become a member of the North Carolina Home Builders Association (NCHBA) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) with full access to all state and national benefits. As a member, your benefits are vast and tangible. They range from business-building resources to moneysaving discounts to an effective grassroots network that helps shape the views of our elected officials and lawmakers.
LEE ANN WALKER
President, Brunswick County Home Builders Association How did 2021 compare to 2020?
In 2021 we saw increased sales in homes in Brunswick County along with higher sales prices and less days on the market. It has definitely been a sellers’ market. We also saw building material prices increase drastically and much longer lead times on things like exterior windows and doors. What do you foresee for 2022?
How many members are part of your organization?
Brunswick County Home Builders Association averages 310 members with fluctuation of new and old members.
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Delays in every aspect of the supply chain and cost of materials and labor are going to continue to be main drivers in construction costs. For 2022, I think we should be cautiously optimistic, keeping an eye on inflation. Hopefully interest rates will rise slowly rather than taking large leaps. Brunswick County is going to continue to be a hot spot for retirees and second home buyers.
What are the benefits of being a part of your organization in your opinion?
Being a part of our association means you are a member of the local, state and national associations. In local meetings we discuss what is happening in our county, have vendors share about new products and raise money and help those in need in our communities. There are quarterly meetings at the state level where you can interact with builders all over North Carolina to discuss what is happening in their region and meetings about things such as building codes. Members can also get workman’s comp and general liability insurance through Builders Mutual Insurance. There are numerous vendors that provide discounts and benefits to our members. How has COVID affected business this year?
As with the last two years, we have seen the effects of COVID 19 on our local building projects as well as getting materials needed for those projects. We look forward to good things in 2022. LIFEINBRUNSWICKCOUNTY.COM
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Sunset Beach Park offers stunning views of the Intracoastal Waterway and the Mannon C. Gore Bridge.
SOUTHERN BRUNSWICK COUNTY INCLUDES: Holden Beach, Supply, Shallotte, Ocean Isle Beach, Sunset Beach, Calabash, Carolina Shores, Ash PUBLIC SCHOOLS Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary, Supply Elementary, Union Elementary, Cedar Grove Middle, Shallotte Middle, Waccamaw School (K-8), West Brunswick High
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POPULATION: The commercial hub of the region, and one of the earliest areas settled, Shallotte grew on the banks of the Shallotte River and incorporated in 1899. River pilots navigated the winding river from the ocean into the center of town in the early 1800s, bringing food and supplies to settlers from miles around. Strategically located on U.S. Highway 17, which runs from Maine to Florida, Shallotte serves as the trade center for surrounding communities and beaches. Shallotte has a variety of fine shops, supermarkets, shopping centers, a microbrewery, professional offices and restaurants. National hotel chains have facilities along Highway 17 bypass in Shallotte. The town also has aggressive plans to develop its waterfront. Free concerts are held on Thursdays in downtown’s Mulberry Park, which also hosts a farmer’s market on Saturdays in the summer.
SHALLOTTE
The southernmost river town is Calabash, originally part of the 48,000acre grant to Proprietor Landgrave Thomas Smith dated May 13, 1691. Its position on the river and near the Atlantic made it a natural site for Clinton Morris’s oyster roast, the first Calabash restaurant, which opened in a crude shed with a sawdust floor in 1935. Today Calabash is a tourist area, with an abundance of fine restaurants, shops and nearby golf courses. It is home to about 1,800 residents. Summer brings concerts to the town park on Tuesday evenings. Now known as the Seafood Capital of the World, Calabash has an auspicious history of Revolutionary War involvement and presidential
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Holden Beach population: 2010..............................575 2020..............................692 Shallotte population: 2010...........................3,675 2020.......................... 4,503 Ocean Isle Beach population: 2010............................. 550 2020..............................707 Sunset Beach population: 2010...........................3,572 2020........................... 4,197 Calabash population: 2010...........................1,786 2020...........................2,378 Carolina Shores population: 2010.......................... 3,385 2020........................... 5,195
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visits. During the Revolution, Isaac Marion, older brother of legendary General Francis “Swamp Fox” Marion, lived in the 1760s-era Boundary House, so known because it sat on what is now the North Carolina-South Carolina state line. George Washington is said to have spent the night nearby at the Vereen family home. General Benjamin Smith, tenth governor of North Carolina, was wounded in a gentlemen’s duel with his cousin in Calabash. CAROLINA SHORES Adjoining Calabash, Carolina Shores began as a retirement subdivision but incorporated as a separate town in 1998. This golf community combines an 18-hole golf course, one of the early ones in the area, with patio homes and condominiums. The residents, primarily retirees, are very active in the community. HOLDEN BEACH Trailing west across the Lockwood Folly Inlet is Holden Beach, where development began in the 1930s by the Holden family. The Holden family ownership dates to 1756, when Benjamin Holden acquired 100 acres extending from Lockwood Folly Inlet to Bacon Inlet for 50 shillings. The area was a commercial fishing center in the 1920s. The first subdivision map identifying it as Holden Beach Resort was drawn in 1924 by John Holden Jr., the fourth generation to hold the entire property. Today, the Holden family remains prominent in development and government of this family-oriented beach. An elevated two-lane bridge was completed in 1988. Visitors can rent beach cottages, condominiums or motel rooms. The beach’s permanent residents share their celebration of living on the sea through two festivals, A Day at the Docks in March and Festival by the Sea in October. Boat building continues on the mainland side, where shrimping and fishing boats bring their catch to the docks. A fishing pier, fish houses and several charter boats operate in the town. Numerous beach access points are available, including those designated for older and disabled people.
Ocean Isle Beach came to life in the early 1950s when a local youth freshly returned from World War II purchased the island. From the beginning, Odell Williamson’s plans were for Ocean Isle to be a quiet family beach. He identified a centralized commercial district that would serve the residents and visitors and planned the remaining portion of the 8-mile-long island to be strictly residential. From its early fishcamp days with access by ferry, the island
OCEAN ISLE BEACH
has grown to incorporate public tennis courts, miniature golf, boat docks, a children’s playground, specialty shops, the Museum of Coastal Carolina, an interdenominational chapel and full-service fishing pier. The island’s annual Fourth of July parade and party is a favorite for residents and visitors. It is also home to the North Carolina Oyster Festival each October. An airport town park and shopping are on the mainland. Access is by a modern elevated bridge named in honor of Williamson, who served several terms in the North Carolina House of Representatives. Each summer, the town presents free concerts on Friday evenings beside town hall. Bring a chair and your dancing shoes.
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[ TAKE A LOOK AROUND ] SUNSET BEACH Like other Brunswick County beaches, Sunset Beach was developed over several decades by local residents with a long history in the area. Father and son Mannon and Ed Gore laid out the first lots on the beach. Their influence is still felt in the beauty of the small island community accessible by high-rise bridge from the mainland near Sea Trail golf community, which is also part of the incorporated town. Residents and visitors enjoy a public boat ramp, programs at the Ingram Planetarium, a variety
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of restaurants and shops. The southernmost inhabited island in North Carolina, 3-mile-long Sunset Beach was incorporated in 1963. Government offices and more residents are situated on the mainland side, which includes golf courses, restaurants and additional accommodations. Perhaps one of Sunset’s greatest charms is that it provides the only land access (at extreme low tide) to North Carolina’s southernmost undeveloped barrier island, Bird Island.
1798 SHALLOTTE INLET DRIVE SW, SHALLOTTE
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MOST EXPENSIVE HOMES SOLD IN HOLDEN BEACH 1327 Ocean Boulevard W., Holden Beach
4/20/2021
$3,195,900
$3,150,000
156
$533.36
Craig F. D'Egidio
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Sarah Harris Team
Intracoastal Realty
407 Ocean Boulevard W., Holden Beach
11/22/2021
$2,400,000
$2,400,000
1
$315.79
Karen L. Knight
Shoreline Realty
Karen L. Knight
Shoreline Realty
1215 Ocean Boulevard W., Holden Beach
8/12/2021
$1,999,000
$1,925,000
43
$549.84
Logan Galloway
PROACTIVE Real Estate
Anne Arnold
PROACTIVE Real Estate
1283 Ocean Boulevard W. #41, Holden Beach
3/30/2021
$1,895,000
$1,895,000
2
$378.92
Anne Arnold
PROACTIVE Real Estate
Will Musselwhite
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
1299 Ocean Boulevard W., Holden Beach
7/20/2021
$1,850,000
$1,850,000
6
$469.90
Brian Schrader
BlueCoast Realty Corporation
Tiffany Hobbs Wilson
Hobbs Realty, Inc.
1798 Shallotte Inlet Drive SW, Shallotte
12/15/2021
$1,575,000
$1,425,000
25
$317.23
Sarah Harris Team
Intracoastal Realty
Sarah Harris Team
Intracoastal Realty
4427 Brantley Circle SW #2, Shallotte
8/4/2021
$1,450,000
$1,420,000
281
$399.33
Kathy C. Trimble
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Susan Forrester
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
902 Village Point Road, Shallotte
8/5/2021
$920,000
$920,000
0
$116.97
Crystal Babson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Crystal Babson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
1260 Village Point Road SW, Shallotte
2/5/2021
$675,000
$675,000
0
$218.31
Sara Spaugh
Keller Williams Realty - Brunswick County
Non Member
Non Member
382 Laurel Valley Drive #75, Shallotte
4/9/2021
$595,000
$605,000
2
$146.38
Diane Dalen
A Pearl in a Shell
Laura Hewett
Carolina Elite Properties LHR
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Crystal Babson Broker/Realtor ®
910.393.9957 I CBabson@bhhscpp.com CarolinaCoastLiving.com I Featured on HGTV A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC
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OCEAN ISLE BEACH & SUNSET BEACH
389 W. FIRST STREET, OCEAN ISLE BEACH
1846 E. MAIN STREET, SUNSET BEACH
706 E. MAIN STREET, SUNSET BEACH
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145 OCEAN ISLE W. BOULEVARD, OCEAN ISLE BEACH
Listing Company
MOST EXPENSIVE HOMES SOLD IN OCEAN ISLE BEACH 145 Ocean Isle W. Boulevard, Ocean Isle Beach
9/15/2021
$2,800,000
$2,800,000
0
$446.00
The Cheek Team
Keller Williams Realty - Brunswick County
Tim O. Jackson
Signature Homes
389 W. First Street, Ocean Isle Beach
7/26/2021
$2,895,000
$2,600,000
87
$536.08
Non Member
Non Member
Ralph M. Harvey
ListWithFreedom. com
52 Craven Street, Ocean Isle Beach
2/9/2021
$1,985,000
$1,900,000
13
$525.01
Diane Dalen
A Pearl in a Shell
Eddy Jones
Coldwell Banker Sloane OIB
198 W. Fourth Street, Ocean Isle Beach
12/28/2021
$1,900,000
$1,812,500
142
$417.24
Sarah Harris Team
Intracoastal Realty
Frances Warner Real Estate Group
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
328 E. First Street, Ocean Isle Beach
7/2/2021
$1,849,000
$1,800,000
18
$729.93
Susan Forrester
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Eddy Jones
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
1846 E. Main Street, Sunset Beach
4/28/2021
$2,600,000
$2,285,000
46
$525.53
Lindsey Jenkins
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Lindsey Jenkins
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
706 E. Main Street, Sunset Beach
12/3/2021
$1,550,000
$1,500,000
61
$391.44
Angie Wilke
Keller Williams Realty - Brunswick County
Eddie Walters
Sunset Properties, Inc.
1318 E. Main Street, Sunset Beach
10/21/2021
$1,450,000
$1,375,000
93
$519.26
Non Member
Non Member
Pat Wolfe
Sunset Properties, Inc.
506 E. Main Street A&B, Sunset Beach
7/30/2021
$1,300,000
$1,300,000
6
$338.54
Debbie Morgan
Century 21 Sunset Realty
Sarah Harris Team
Intracoastal Realty
605 W. Main Street, Sunset Beach
5/28/2021
$1,295,000
$1,295,000
2
$577.87
Dave Nelson
Century 21 Sunset Realty
Eddie Walters
Sunset Properties, Inc.
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[ BY THE NUMBERS ] 502 CROW CREEK DRIVE NW, CALABASH
506 E. MAIN STREET A&B, SUNSET BEACH
Selling Price
Price per sq. ft.
Selling Date
Listed Price
1336 Harbour Watch SW, Calabash
12/28/2021
$1,875,000
$1,888,000
5
$337.14
Non Member
Non Member
Bob E. Schneider
Carolina Realty & Associates
9207 Oldfield Road NW, Calabash
5/26/2021
$1,199,000
$1,000,000
6
$251.26
Brett Knowles
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Brett Knowles
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
502 Crow Creek Drive NW, Calabash
9/22/2021
$825,000
$800,000
3
$182.07
Diane Dalen
A Pearl in a Shell
Amy Lynn Boltz
Margaret Rudd & Associates
9251 Devaun Pointe Circle #291, Calabash
3/29/2021
$729,900
$715,000
172
$208.09
Silver Coast Properties
Silver Coast Properties
Kimberly Lank
Silver Coast Properties
9115 Schuyler Drive SW #8A-4, Calabash
9/28/2021
$724,000
$700,000
132
$269.13
Eddie McNeely
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
The McNeely Group
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
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Selling Company
Listing Agent
Listing Company
MOST EXPENSIVE HOMES SOLD IN CALABASH
1318 E. MAIN STREET, SUNSET BEACH
52 CRAVEN STREET, OCEAN ISLE BEACH
9207 OLDFIELD ROAD NW, CALABASH
1336 HARBOUR WATCH SW, CALABASH
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2022-23 SOUTHERN BRUNSWICK COUNTY
NEW HOMES MAP 01 Brunswick Plantation
05 Cobblestone Village
at SeaTrail
Single-family homes available
10 Lighthouse Cove Single-family homes available
Single-family homes available
02 Calabash Lakes
06 Crow Creek
Single-family homes available
11 Ocean Ridge Plantation Single-family homes available
Single-family homes available
03 Cameron Woods
07 Devaun Park
Single-family homes available
Single-family homes available
6512 Adeline Ct. SW Ocean Isle Beach, NC
08 Kingfish Bay
(910) 579-6729
Single-family homes available 1235 Kingfish Boulevard Calabash, NC
04 Chatham Glen
12 Overlook at Caison Creek Single-family homes available
13 The Retreat at
Ocean Isle Beach
Single-family homes available
Single-family homes available
(910) 579-4657
Dunes Boulevard Ocean Isle Beach, NC
7134 Chatham Glenn SW Ocean Isle Beach, NC
KingFishBayDevelopment.com
(910) 550-1167 BillClarkHomes.com
(910) 579-7827
09 Green Bay Village Single-family homes available
14 Richmond Hills Single-family homes available
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Home James Realty Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage (910) 524-2562
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The Braddock Group (910) 520-7031 Sean Skutnik Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage (910) 279-1016
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15 Rivers Edge Single-family homes available
21 Seaside Bay Single-family homes available
26 The Sanctuary at
Sunset Beach
Single-family homes available
Single-family homes available
17 Ruffins River Landing Single-family homes available
18 Rutledge Single-family homes available
19 Saltwater Palms Single-family homes available
20 Savannah Lakes Single-family homes available
22 Sea Trail Single-family homes available
23 Spring Mill Plantation Single-family homes available
24 Sunset Ridge Single-family homes available
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25 The Farm at Brunswick Single-family homes available
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AT HOME Meet five homeowners who love calling Brunswick County home.
Compiled by Sandi Grigg
Back in 1970, when Brunswick County’s population was only around 24,000, most of the people who lived here were born here. But then the word got out about Brunswick County and all of its wonderfulness and people began to move here. Then developers began to create such great communities that more people came, and now Brunswick County’s population is nearly 140,000. Who are these people moving to Brunswick County? Why did they come? Read on. LIFEINBRUNSWICKCOUNTY.COM
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WILLIAM AND NOREEN DALTON The Lakes at Brunswick Forest, Leland
Where did you live before relocating to Brunswick County and what were your jobs? We lived in Pennsylvania, specifically Chester County, and Noreen was the manager of the nursing staff at a single-day surgery center. Bill was a senior instructor responsible for teaching staff the safe and reliable operation of a nuclear power plant. Why did you choose to move to southeastern North Carolina and did you previously have friends or family here? We have no family here, but we do have friends in the Myrtle Beach area. We moved here because the weather is great, and we wanted to challenge ourselves with moving away from the familiar as we embarked on retired life. How long have you lived here? We moved down here in August of 2019, just about three years ago. We rented for about eight months while our new home was being constructed. What community did you decide to move to and why? We moved to The Lakes at Brunswick Forest because the neighborhood is active and full of outgoing people with our same interests.
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What are your jobs or hobbies here? Noreen is active in a book club, ladies’ golf and pickleball. Bill is the president of The Lakes Home Owners Association Board of Directors and has organized the men’s golf group for The Lakes called the LOADs (Lakes Old & Aging Duffers). What’s your favorite thing about southeastern North Carolina? Without a doubt, it’s the people. As I stated earlier, they share the same interests and are outgoing and amazingly friendly. Since we moved to our new home in April of 2020, my wife and a neighbor started the Cocktails in the Cove, a monthly get together for all the homeowners in The Lakes. It’s held in Badin Lake Cove, and everyone brings their lawn chairs, favorite beverage and a covered dish. We don name tags and meet and great with old and new neighbors. It started out with nine or 10 neighbors two years ago and has grown to about 70 to 80 neighbors as the development has grown. We couldn’t think of a better place to live. By the way, did we mention the weather?
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Who built your home and why did you decide to build with them? Trusst Builders constructed our home. We choose them over several of
the popular builders because of the great home products and the concept of “what you see is what you get.” By that I mean when you look at the model homes, there are no upgrades. You can get upgrades, of course, but you understand up front what you are buying when you are quoted a price. Additionally, when your house is complete, Trusst gives you a listing of all the contractors who have worked on your home for future reference. Lastly, the quality of the home. Sure, there have been a few minor issues, which were rectified in a timely manner, but overall, the house is great and worth the money we paid for it.
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BOB AND SUSAN JALBERT Waterford
Where did you live before relocating to Brunswick County, and what are your jobs? Downtown Wilmington was our home for 13 years prior to moving back to Waterford. We had lived in Waterford between 2006 and 2008, and after 13 years of living downtown, we decided to move back to Waterford. Susan is in sales for a large technology company, and Bob heads up human resources for a local nonprofit in Wilmington. How long have you lived here? We have been back in Waterford for one year.
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Why did you choose to move to southeastern North Carolina? Prior to the 2006 move to Waterford, we resided in New Jersey. We chose to move to eastern North Carolina for the weather, the slower pace and the nice people.
What community did you decide to move to and why? We chose Waterford for the beautiful property, proximity to Wilmington and the quiet and safe surroundings. Who built your home and why did you decide to build with them? Trusst Builders built our lovely home. After meeting with several builders, we chose Trusst for the quality, value and the excellent project manager who was assigned to our build. What are your hobbies here? Walking, bicycle riding and golfing. What’s your favorite thing about southeastern North Carolina? The weather and the ability to be active outside most of the year.
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DENNIS AND PATTI KELLEHER The Bluffs on the Cape Fear
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Where did you live before relocating to Brunswick County, and what were your jobs? We lived in Keene, New Hampshire. Dennis was a food industry sales executive, and Patti was a teacher and freelance editor. How long have you lived here? We moved here in November 2020. Why did you choose to move to southeastern North Carolina and did you previously have friends or family here? We moved here for a more active lifestyle, improved climate and more opportunities for socializing. We have no family here (but they love to visit) and we have friends outside the community within an hour’s drive. What community did you decide to move to and why? The Bluffs on the Cape Fear in Leland was our choice. The natural landscape is preserved as much as possible, giving a sense of space and privacy. The Beach House on Oak Island is a surprise benefit as well.
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Who built your home and why did you decide to build with them? Our home was built by Southern Pines Homes and Ted Kennedy. We were building from afar (New Hampshire), and Southern Pines Homes is the onsite builder, which gave us peace of mind. The communication and follow-through were great. What are your jobs or hobbies here? We are both now happily retired, but our hobbies include golf, yoga, pickleball, gardening, bike riding, kayaking and water volleyball and water aerobics, just to name a few.
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What’s your favorite thing about southeastern North Carolina? Our favorite thing is the climate that allows us to be outside and active 12 months of the year!
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JEAN AND RICH JENSEN The Retreat at Ocean Isle Beach
Where did you live before relocating to Brunswick County, and what were your jobs? We lived in Farmingdale on Long Island in New York. Jean was a legal assistant, and Rich was assistant director of facilities at Stony Brook University. Why did you choose to move to southeastern North Carolina and did you previously have friends or family here? We chose to move to Ocean Isle because of the climate, location and people. We feel like we are on vacation every day. PHOTO BY LAURA GLANTZ
How long have you lived here? We have lived here since August 2018.
What community did you decide to move to and why? We chose The Retreat at Ocean Isle Beach for its proximity to the beach and entertainment. Who built your home and why did you decide to build with them? Bill Clark Homes built our house. We love the quality and craftmanship of Bill Clark Homes. What are your jobs or hobbies here? We like golfing, pickleball and walking on the beach. What’s your favorite thing about southeastern North Carolina? We love the moderate climate, and we have fantastic neighbors. People from N.C. are so welcoming. LIFEINBRUNSWICKCOUNTY.COM
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BECKY AND DON SIMMONS — The Retreat at Ocean Isle Beach —
Where did you live before relocating to Brunswick County, and what were your jobs? We lived in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, for 38 years. Don was owner and operator of a masonry contract company, and Becky was the business manager at a mechanical/electrical engineering firm. Why did you choose to move to southeastern North Carolina and did you previously have friends or family here? We chose OIB because as a young girl my family vacationed every year along the Grand Strand. When we married and had children, we followed the same tradition and brought our sons here as well. We have family in Calabash. How long have you lived here? We have lived here 9 months.
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Who built your home and why did you decide to build with them? Bill Clark Homes built our home. We felt very comfortable working with everyone at Bill Clark Homes and felt confident they constructed a well-built home. Being a previous contractor, Don had been very diligent and critical while our home here in OIB was built. He had built our two previous homes in western Pennsylvania. What are your jobs or hobbies here? We both are retired and enjoying our hobbies and discovering new ones as well. Don loves golf, and Becky loves the beach and shopping. We both have picked up pickleball and enjoy playing together with friends and neighbors. Walking the beach is another favorite past time. What’s your favorite thing about southeastern North Carolina? We love the shoreline of NC, the beautiful sunsets and blue sky. Everyone here has been so kind to us. We love the Southern way of life.
PHOTO BY LAURA GLANTZ
What community did you decide to move to and why? We no longer have close family in the Pittsburgh area, and after retiring we knew we were headed to the Myrtle Beach area. After searching long and hard, we chose The Retreat at OIB. We knew we wanted to be close to the beach and live in a small yet thriving
area, one where the residents were all fairly new … which made meeting friends and neighbors easy!
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TOP 20 BUILDERS IN BRUNSWICK COUNTY IN 2021 BY PERMITS
BUILDER
PERMITS
DR HORTON 500 131 Racine Drive, Suite 201, University Corporate Center 2, Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 742-7946 DrHorton.com CEO: David V. Auld LOGAN DEV
219
H&H CONST
206
BILL CLARK HOMES
205
TRUSST BLDRS
138
STEVENS BLDG CO
133
MCKEE HOMES
112
JURNEY W HOMES
95
CAPSTONE VENTURES
82
REALSTAR HOMES
81
HAGOOD HOMES
68
PULTE HOME CORP
66
LENNAR CAROLINAS
63
KENT HOMES
61
CAVINESS & CATES
52
WINDSOR HOMES
46
TRUE HOMES
43
RIPTIDE BLDRS
41
CLAYTON PROP GROUP
39
TEEITUP VENTURES
36
TOTAL*
3,402
*Total includes all permits pulled in Brunswick County in 2021 including those outside of the top 20 listed here. Source: Stats compiled by M.O.R.E. (Market Opportunity Research Enterprises®) and are based on permits pulled between January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021.
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Carolina Panthers player Juston Burris and his wife, Brittany, are bringing their Airbnb business, The Next Stop Collective, to Oak Island.
NEXT STOP:
OAK ISLAND BY PAT FONTANA PHOTOGRAPHY BY MATT MCGRAW
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passion for traveling has inspired a growing business for Juston and Brittany Burris. The Next Stop Collective is positioned to “be everyone’s next stop when planning their next getaway,” Brittany says. For Brittany and Juston, their next stop is a beach home they are building on Oak Island. Their venture began in 2019, as an idea based on their travels throughout the state of North Carolina from their home in Charlotte. “Every year we would go to some of our favorite places,” Brittany says. “It finally clicked that instead of renting other people’s places, why don’t we buy and rent out those homes when we’re not using them?” They realized quickly that could turn into a business. They launched Next Stop Collective in January 2020, just before the COVID-19 virus was declared a pandemic — an “interesting time to start a new adventure,” Brittany says. Although bookings were virtually nonexistent at first, eventually they picked up and the first home listed on Airbnb, located in Asheville, became very popular. The life venture for Juston and Brittany started long before, when they were both in middle school. They were friends throughout middle and high school and then both attended N.C. State. Juston, who now plays for the Carolina Panthers, was into sports throughout his school
years, and Brittany was a cheerleader. They reconnected in college, began dating and were married in 2022. Juston was born in Roanoke, Virginia, and grew up in Raleigh. He played football for N.C. State University and was then drafted by the New York Jets. Now in his seventh year in the NFL, he has also played with the Cleveland Browns. He and Brittany feel they are lucky to now be based in Charlotte, which they call “our home and where we always wanted to be.”
Brittany was born and raised in Raleigh. At N.C. State, she earned degrees in business administration, including an MBA. Her background and education led her to a career in business operations and marketing in corporate America. She just recently left that path to focus on running the day-to-day operations of the Next Stop Collective full time. Both Juston and Brittany see the business as a plan for their future, beyond football. They are passionate about it, just as they are passionate about offering quality vacation rentals for families who enjoy traveling and visiting the same places they love. One of their favorite places to visit is Oak Island. Brittany grew up going to N.C. beaches, and Oak Island was always a favorite quiet beach town. Recently, friends bought a house there, and the Burrises have spent a couple of weekends visiting and taking in the new look and feel of Oak Island as well as neighboring Southport. While the area has grown some since her childhood, Brittany still enjoys the beach atmosphere and the amazing views. “When we go, we always go to downtown Southport,” Brittany says. They also enjoy grabbing a cup of coffee or a meal at a local restaurant on Oak Island, such as Island Jo’s or Koko Cabana. Brittany emphasizes that the most valuable time is spent with family and friends at the house. There is most definitely something to having the comfort of home, with views of the ocean, the beach and the LIFEINBRUNSWICKCOUNTY.COM
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sunsets. These influences are a big part of what has made Oak Island the next stop for The Next Stop Collective. The first stop for the Airbnb venture was in Asheville. Juston and Brittany purchased a home there to launch their business in early 2020. Once those bookings started to pick up after the initial pandemicrelated slow period, the rentals were thriving. Another home on the same street became available in 2021, and they purchased it as well. “From there we kind of became obsessed with it,” Brittany says. The two homes in Asheville were doing so well, they decided to expand into different areas. In fact, they have expanded into a different state. A third home is planned to go live on Airbnb this summer in Wintergreen, Virginia. That house required a full renovation, so they have gutted and completely redone the home to get it ready for vacation rentals. A fourth home, in Boone, North Carolina, will “hopefully be live at the end of the year,” Brittany says. That one also required a full home renovation. Juston and Brittany are facing more challenges with their business, particularly in regard to the renovation work that needs to be done on these two latest homes. Between material shortages and labor shortages, the work is slow, but they are confident they will meet their projected timelines for opening. When searching for the Oak Island home that would become their next rental, they faced the challenges of houses not being available or not being exactly what they wanted. “It’s not like purchasing your primary home,” Brittany says. “For this type of business, you’re trying to assess how close it is to certain things, what the rental income might be, and the key points that guests are looking for.” In addition, she says they are also looking for a home their own families can enjoy when it is not rented. The Burrises finally decided to purchase a piece of land on Oak Island and build a beach home based on their own plans, so they can make it what they want it to be. They have closed on the land and are now working with an architect and a contractor on those plans. They bought on the west end, a secluded, quiet and peaceful area with sound and ocean views. “Once we saw that, we knew that was where we wanted to be,” Brittany says. “We are very happy with our decision.”
The beach house will have seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms, along with a pool, an elevator and a rooftop deck. It will be available for weekly rentals during the prime months from Memorial Day to Labor Day and for a minimum three-night stay during the off season. Their goal is “to be the most sought-after beach house on the island.” They are working on their design plans to bring a feel that will be similar to the Hamptons or Charleston. Juston and Brittany have managed their current rental homes so successfully that they are now Airbnb Superhosts. The Superhost is a vacation rental owner “who goes above and beyond in their hosting duties and is a shining example of how a Host should be.” They are ready to do more than set an example as they expand their offerings to also provide services to other Airbnb hosts. They will share things that they’ve learned in the process, to help others get ready to list. Part of their additional portfolio of services will include Airbnb 101, a digital course on preparing a home for rental. Both Juston and Brittany say they have an eye for design and may eventually create a design line of their own as well. Although Juston “will play football as long as God lets him,” his goal is to have the business running well so that he can join Brittany in taking it on full time at some point. Empowering others through their additional business offerings and through community involvement is very important to him. He is passionate about giving back to the community and has been active in organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, HeCan Football Camp, Dream the Impossible initiative, Simple Greatness and North Carolina Vitiligo Support Community. The Next Stop Collective is headed in a promising direction on Airbnb as part of a national trend toward private vacation rental homes. More than 350 million nights were booked through Airbnb in 2021, up significantly from just over 250 million in 2020. Families seem to appreciate the extra space and, in particular, the ability to have separate rooms with doors that close. As Brittany describes it, there is a “difference in quality, a home away from home feel.” Soon, the beach house on Oak Island will be the next stop on the continuing adventure for Juston and Brittany Burris and The Next Stop Collective.
The Burrises finally decided to purchase a piece of land on Oak Island and build a beach home based on their own plans, so they can make it what they want it to be.
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RELENTLESS
Lindsey Jenkins Broker/REALTOR®
910-368-9626
Collective LindseyJenkins5@gmail.com CRCI Board of Directors Member The Foundation of Brunswick Community College Board of Directors Each office is independently owned and operated
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[ BY THE NUMBERS ] TOP 10 COMMERCIAL SALES IN BRUNSWICK COUNTY
7135 OCEAN HIGHWAY W., SUNSET BEACH
208 SMITH AVENUE, SHALLOTTE
109 N. HOWE STREET, SOUTHPORT
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4571 SMITH AVENUE, SHALLOTTE
TOP 10 COMMERCIAL SALES IN BRUNSWICK COUNTY Address
Land/ Building
Sold Date
Listing Price
Selling Price
DOM
Selling Agent
Selling Company
Listing Agent
Listing Company
4571 Smith Avenue, Shallotte
Land
11/16/21
$2,950,000
$2,562,000
111
Sam H. Pate
Cape Fear Real Estate Group
Kelly L. Stuart
Intracoastal Realty
0 Ocean Isle Beach Road SW, Ocean Isle Beach
Land
4/12/21
$1,999,999
$1,900,000
112
Errol McGillewie
Coldwell Banker Sloane
Chris Bryan
Sloane Commercial
7135 Ocean Highway W., Sunset Beach
Land
11/16/21
$1,625,000
$1,600,000
375
Kelly L. Stuart
Intracoastal Realty
Kelly L. Stuart
Intracoastal Realty
208 Smith Avenue, Shallotte
Land & Building
6/2/21
$1,890,000
$1,550,000
466
Alan Holden
RE/MAX at the Beach / Holden Beach
Alan Holden
RE/MAX at the Beach / Holden Beach
109 N. Howe Street, Southport
Land & Building
10/15/21
$949,000
$870,000
46
Brian P. Quinn
Southport Realty, Inc.
Myles Williams
Southport Realty, Inc.
6080 Ocean Highway E., Winnabow
Land & Building
10/21/21
$1,200,000
$717,500
12
Wana Batson
Wana Batson Realty
Wana Batson
Wana Batson Realty
11+ Ac M F River Sea Boulevard, Bolivia
Land
7/5/21
$675,000
$625,000
5
Knox Harris
Keller Williams Realty
Pam Lawrence
RE/MAX Southern Coast
4150 Vanessa Drive SE, Southport
Land
1/26/21
$689,500
$600,000
5
John G. Hamilton
Better Beach Sales & Rentals, Inc.
Christopher J. Kuhn
RE/MAX at the Beach / Oak Island
8715 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island
Land & Building
6/14/21
$675,000
$590,000
795
Willetts Team
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Willetts Team
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
122 N. Howe Street, Southport
Land & Building
10/22/21
$599,999
$568,000
16
Trey E. Wallace
Intracoastal Realty
Katherine G. Hufham
Southport Realty, Inc.
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Advertiser
Phone#
Page#
Advertiser
Phone#
Page#
Allstate – R&R Insurance Services, Inc........ 910-754-6596
35
Lindsey Jenkins, Century 21 Collective........ 910-368-9626
11 & 71
Bayside Electric Supply.............................. 910-454-4432
IBC
Northern Lights......................................... 910-794-8699
20
Bill Clark Homes....................................... 910-550-1167
22, 23
Pulte Homes............................................. 910-621-1676
60
Brunswick Forest....................................... 910-371-2434
26, 27
Rhodes Law Offices, PLLC.......................... 910-383-3610
12
Campbell’s Ridge....................................... 910-839-8355
18
Southern Concepts Designn Build............... 910-621-7626
53
Carolina Marketing Company, Inc. .............. 910-207-0156
39
Stevens Fine Homes.................................. 910-431-0085
21
Crystal Babson, Carolina Premier Properties.... 910-393-9957
55
Sunset Ridge............................................ 910-575-2992
59
Dabney Park.............................................. 910-332-8501
18
The Bluffs on the Cape Fear....................... 910-383-2820
24, 25
Domin & Schwartz Real Estate Group, RE/MAX Execuitve..................................... 910-202-3638
The Braddock Group.................................. 910-520-7031
29
5 The Home Place of Southport..................... 833-939-3814
30, 31
First Bank................................................. 910-383-3955
3 The Pines at Mallory Creek Plantation.......... 910-794-8699
20
Flores & Foley........................................... 910-371-1400
5 The Pinnacle at Mallory Creek Plantation..... 910-794-8699
20
Home James Realty, Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage.................................. 910-524-2564
20
The Retreat at Ocean Isle Beach.......................................
58
Kingfish Bay.............................................. 910-579-4657
58, BC
The Sanctuary at Sunset Beach................... 910-550-1167
59
Legacy Homes by Bill Clark........................ 910-550-1167
32, 33
Triad Power Wash LLC................................ 910-599-7798
60
Liberty Homes........................................... 910-397-2777
8
Trusst Builder Group.................................. 910-371-0304
IFC
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Aerial view of Sunset Beach, NC PHOTO BY UNIQUE MEDIA & DESIGN
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910-579-4657