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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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...
$84,900
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700 Dow Road, 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.2023...
$26,250,000
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3560 US Highway 601, Concord, Cabarrus
Cabarrus, NC
173.0 acres
MLS ID
1172392
CK Select Real Estate
Updated CFO due 1/7/2025 ±173-acre property is a premier development site just 4 miles from downtown Concord & less than 25 miles from Charlotte. Directly across from a Food Lion-anchored shopping center, the property offers excellent visibility & high traffic counts, as confirmed by NCDOT...
$25,000,000
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Longwood Road, 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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2141 Firestone Parkway, Wilson, Wilson
Wilson, NC
486.4 acres
MLS ID
100484134
Chesson Agency, eXp Realty
PACKAGED AS A WHOLE OR PICK YOUR PIECES! One of the last large land, industrial purchasing options left in Wilson County! Located by several major highways and Wilsons famous, Firestone. Call today for more information. Access to railways, highways, gas, electric, sewer and county water, internet...
$18,956,000
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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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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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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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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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Lots 1-8 Roosevelt Reserve Parkway, Pine Knoll Shores, Carteret
Carteret, NC
4.5 acres
MLS ID
100511955
RE/MAX Ocean Properties
First time offered for private ownership--Roosevelt Reserve is the final section of the historic Roosevelt Preserve in Pine Knoll Shores, previously held by the Roosevelt family and the Episcopal Diocese. Believed to have been walked by President Theodore Roosevelt himself, this land has remained...
$12,000,000
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Tbd 15-501, Pittsboro, Chatham
Chatham, NC
43.2 acres
MLS ID
10085290
Fathom Realty NC, LLC
Don't miss out on this 43 acre parcel with unlimited potential. It's located on the corner of 15-501 and Hamlets Chapel creating exceptional access to the highway which makes traveling to Pittsboro or Chapel Hill easy. There are several developments being constructed up and down Hamlets Chapel...
$10,750,000
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7782/7785/7787/7787A Ferrin, Browns Summit, Guilford
Guilford, NC
618.0 acres
MLS ID
1143705
Allen Tate - Greensboro
This growing listing has now approx. 618 +/- acres, w/ that acreage there is over 1.8 miles of railroad frontage at grade. The property is also less than a half mile from Hwy 29 already designated Future I-785. The City of Greensboro is aware of this offering & has preliminary plans for city water &...
$10,506,000
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Cedar Hill Road, Navassa, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
108.0 acres
MLS ID
100394146
Wicker Properties of the Carolinas, Inc.
Nestled under beautiful Oak Trees and a hidden gem of a previously mined pond, lies approximately 108 acres only 12 minutes from the heart of downtown Wilmington. With new development being built all around, this property is located beside one of the largest growing towns of Leland North Carolina...
$10,260,000
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1000 Hopson Road, Durham, Durham
Durham, NC
23.5 acres
MLS ID
10094295
Pickett-Sprouse Commercial RE
Large 23 + acre property located on Hopson Road Extension. This property has 68 + feet of frontage on the brand new public right of way for Hopson Road Extension and the property borders the new industrial development on Hopson Road Extension providing large truck access directly to Highway 55...
$8,500,000
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