Waterfront Property for Sale in North Carolina

With 322 miles of Atlantic coastline, 12,009 miles of estuarine shoreline, 59 lakes, 37,853 miles of river, 17 river basins and countless streams and branches, waterfront property for sale in North Carolina includes a wide variety of options. Our land specialists can help you narrow down the options to find the property that best suits your desired location and your intended uses for the property. We know the ins and outs of purchasing waterfront land, and we specialize in rural waterfront property for sale in North Carolina. Whether you’re looking for a family retreat along a freshwater lake, a private fly-fishing spot along a mountain stream, a farm along an inland river, a hunting lodge along the Intracoastal Waterway or something else entirely, more than likely North Carolina waterfront land for sale includes just the right property for you. Due to state regulations and other considerations, buying waterfront land is more complex and requires more forethought than buying landlocked property. You can trust our agents to you in all aspects of buying waterfront property in North Carolina.

Coastal Waterfront Land for Sale in NC

Eastern North Carolina is a watery place. The state’s ocean coastline is highly desirable and highly developed, so if you’re looking for affordable rural waterfront land, the N.C. coast is not the place to look. Heading inland, there is plenty of waterfront land for sale along sounds, rivers and bays, much of it rural and more affordable than land directly along the coast. Keep in mind when looking at waterfront land for sale in North Carolina’s Coastal Plain that the state’s shorelines are dynamic and that flood insurance and wind and hail (hurricane) insurance can also apply to inland properties along the sounds and rivers.

Waterfront for Sale in NC

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4.13 acres of Land for Sale in Davidson County NC!
Davidson, NC
4.1 acres
MOPLS ID
96022
Land and Farms Realty
Private Gated Community, Lake Side Neighborhood, Shared Amenities, 4+ Acres! Call Brandon Rich at 336-486-5844 to schedule a showing today! Have you ever dreamed of living lakeside in your dream home where after a day spent with family and friends on the water you can relax in your spacious back...
$75,000
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UNDER CONTRACT!! 0.3 Acre Turn-Key Island Residence For Sale in Dare County NC!
Dare, NC
0.3 acres
2 Bedrooms
1 Bath
MOPLS ID
93028
Land and Farms Realty
Featuring Coastal Charm with Water Views & Boat Slip, Take a Look at This Fully Furnished 2-Bedroom Home in the Heart of Hatteras Village — Move-In Ready or Income-Producing Retreat! Call Devon McGinnis at 540-672-8060 to schedule a showing today! 0.3 Acre Turn-Key Island Residence For Sale in Dare...
$650,000
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950 Acre Island with Cabin, Dock, and more For Sale in Craven County, NC!
Craven, NC
950.0 acres
MOPLS ID
90490
Land and Farms Realty
A rare opportunity to own 950 acres on the Neuse River. Hog Island features diverse uplands, cypress wetlands, and marshland teeming with wildlife. With a private residence, flexible development potential, and outstanding hunting and fishing, this extraordinary property offers unmatched privacy just...
$1,986,320
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Luxury Estate and Outdoor Retreat on Acreage for sale in Carteret County, NC!
Carteret, NC
14.7 acres
MOPLS ID
90297
Land and Farms Realty
14.65-Acre Luxury Estate & Outdoor Retreat with Pool, Guest Quarters & Private Boat Access. Featuring a Custom 6,400+ sq. ft. Home on 14 Acres with Ponds, Duck Impoundment. This is where Luxury Living Meets Outdoor Adventure. Take a look at this Elegant Coastal Estate & Sportsman’s Paradise! Call...
$2,695,000
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UPDATED!! 1.74 Acre Waterfront Residential Building Lot For Sale in Beaufort County, NC!
Beaufort, NC
1.7 acres
MOPLS ID
80152
Land and Farms Realty
1.74 Acre Waterfront Build Site located in the gated community of Smuggler's Cove in Belhaven, NC! Call Jacob Harrison at 919-738-9486 to schedule a showing today! Are you looking for the perfect place to build your dream home or looking the ideal lot to build your get-away destination; look no...
$69,900
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700 Dow, Carolina Beach, New Hanover
New Hanover, NC
70.3 acres
MLS ID
100441071
Tucker Bros Realty Co
70.28 + or - acres including 2 tax tracts per New Hanover Co Tax office. 59.5 acres + or - tax parcel R08800-006-001-000, unincorporated, and 10.78 acres + or - tax parcel R0880-006-001-001, incorporated into the Town of Carolina Beach. parcels are contiguous and deeded into Seller as one tract...
$26,250,000
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135 Flowers, Clayton, Johnston
Johnston, NC
16.0 acres
MLS ID
10074321
Carolina Settings, LLC
The Water Front District, a 16 acre Mixed use Development in Pre approved Flowers Plantation PUD, Over looking one of Flowers Plantation's main lakes, just behind The Percy Flowers Store in the crossroads of NC HWY 42 E and Buffalo Rd. Just east of Clayton NC. Water and Sewer are ready and available...
$25,000,000
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Longwood, Ash, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
470.5 acres
MLS ID
100486504
Carolina Elite Properties LHR
Clearly a little bit of history is offered here, this beautiful farm land was once an old tobacco plantation. And with the addition of the surrounding properties added by the current owners lends this to be one of the few unspoiled large acreage tracts available on the market today. Boasting over...
$20,000,000
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5624 Archbell, Bath, Beaufort
Beaufort, NC
1768.0 acres
MLS ID
100528399
The Rich Company
A rare and historic offering — The Bath Lodge presents an extraordinary opportunity to own a true coastal legacy estate in North Carolina. Encompassing approximately 1,768± acres and boasting over 3.4± miles of pristine shoreline along the Pamlico River, Bath Creek, and Duck Creek, this one-of-a...
$17,500,000
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369 Holly Ridge, Holly Ridge, Onslow
Onslow, NC
234.3 acres
MLS ID
100543806
Intracoastal Realty Corp
Beautiful wooded and partially cleared 229 acres on king's creek in Onslow County. Has been a family farm since its purchase in the 1950's. There is approximately 4000' on navigable waters that lead out to channel marker 39 in the ICW. There is a 9200 sq.ft. home on the water, a 750 sq.ft. guest...
$16,000,000
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Mt Misery Road, Navassa, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
124.8 acres
MLS ID
100446939
Wicker Properties of the Carolinas, Inc.
Plan ahead..... this is the next best possible apartment or housing location in the Navassa/Leland area. With 124 +/- acres, just off of the I 140 bypass on Mt Misery Road. Adequate road frontage, and currently zoned heavy industrial, but could possibly be rezoned to meet most uses.There is water...
$15,601,250
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Lakeview, Danbury, Stokes
Stokes, NC
697.0 acres
MLS ID
10101426
EXP Realty LLC
Offered at $18 million, this legacy estate spans nearly 1,000 acres in Stokes County, North Carolina, presented as a portfolio of six individual listings. [Listed separately to meet MLS guidelines based on deeded ownership. Parcels will not be sold separately—this is a single, unified sale, each...
$14,540,000
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3849 Rural Retreat, Burlington, Alamance
Alamance, NC
45.4 acres
MLS ID
10035264
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Greensboro
Available for the first time. This amazing infill parcel of land is now being listed for sale. All infrastructure is onsite or next door. City of Burlington is actually at this time in process of redoing their comprehensive future land use plan. Currently marked at Medium Density Residential...
$14,500,000
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3849 Rural Retreat, Burlington, Alamance
Alamance, NC
45.4 acres
MLS ID
1145829
Allen Tate - Greensboro
Now Available this amazing infill parcel of land is now being listed for sale. All infrastructure is onsite or next door. City of Burlington is actually at this time in process of redoing their comprehensive future land use plan. Currently marked at Medium Density Residential discussions have been...
$14,500,000
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Marine, Morehead City, Carteret
Carteret, NC
9.5 acres
MLS ID
100547488
Keller Williams Realty
9.5 acres of deep channel waterfront, with direct access to the ICW and just minutes from Beaufort Inlet. The property is near the NC State Port and next to two mid-rise condo / marina developments valued at more than $65 million. You will not find this much available acreage near the Beaufort...
$14,000,000
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180 Beach Road, Figure Eight Island, New Hanover
New Hanover, NC
2.3 acres
MLS ID
100514390
Intracoastal Realty Corp
An exceptional opportunity to acquire over 2 acres of oceanfront land with wide, unobstructed views of the coastline. This offering includes two adjoining parcels, sold together. The land is cleared and features a strong dune system--ready for development. Whether you're planning a luxury residence...
$12,950,000
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Olives Chapel, Apex, Chatham
Chatham, NC
75.4 acres
MLS ID
10073206
Realty World Carolina Prop
This extremely rare large acreage tract is park-setting stunning. It adjoins US Govt/Jordan Lake lands. Two large ponds and a meandering stream. Public road frontage and exclusive private road takes you to the other end. Close to Hwy 64, 540, Apex, RTP. Easy commute to RDU. Ideal for future...
$12,500,000
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537 Eagle Rock, Wendell, Wake
Wake, NC
30.0 acres
MLS ID
2296160
HomeTowne Realty
30 Commercial acres with water, sewer and natural gas. Road frontage on Hwy. 64 between Knightdale & Wendell in an area predicted to be the fastest growing in Wake County. Minutes from Wendell Falls a 1400 acre subdivision proposed to have 4,000 homes in 10-12 years. Within 500 ft of Eagle Rock Road...
$12,000,000
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