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.

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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
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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UPDATED!! Luxury Estate and Outdoor Retreat on Acreage for sale in Carteret County, NC!
Carteret, NC
14.7 acres
MOPLS ID
90297
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! Set on...
$2,449,000
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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
1.74 Acre Waterfront Build Site located in the gated community of Smuggler's Cove in Belhaven, NC! 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 further. This Beautiful 1.74 Acre Waterfront Residential Building Lot...
$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, 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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6109 Veterans, Garner, Johnston
Johnston, NC
15.0 acres
MLS ID
10144916
eXp Realty, LLC - C
15+/- PRIME Commercial Acres!! Located in the growing Cleveland Community, in Garner. Property is located on Veterans Parkway, around the Cleveland Draft House. Large traffic volume with road frontage on Veteran's Parkway, 223.48 ft and Old Drug Store Rd, 492.67 ft. Across the street from the WaWa...
$15,000,000
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Marine, Morehead City, Carteret
Carteret, NC
8.2 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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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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Tbd 15-501, Pittsboro, Chatham
Chatham, NC
43.2 acres
MLS ID
10157978
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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Cedar Hill, 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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Salem, Oxford, Granville
Granville, NC
410.0 acres
MLS ID
2505717
C-21 Hancock Properties
One of Oxford's PRIME locations, 410.0 Acres for Residential or Commercial Development. Less than two (2) miles from I85 Exit 206 and only 3 - 5 minutes to Downtown Oxford. Extensive road frontage on Tabbs Creek Road, Landis Drive, and Salem Road. Water and Sewer are both connected to the site...
$10,250,000
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Murphy, Youngsville, Franklin
Franklin, NC
139.4 acres
MLS ID
10148324
Brassfield Realty
139± acres east of Youngsville in Franklin County. Property adjoins and stubs into Glen Oaks Subdivision. Mixed woodland and open acreage provide for residential development. Convenient to Youngsville and Wake Forest/Wake County. Public water nearby. Call listing agent for showing instructions.
$9,062,500
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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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9135 US Highway 220, Randleman, Randolph
Randolph, NC
284.9 acres
MLS ID
1197604
Price Realtors-Randleman
PRIME ACREAGE in a PRIME GROWING AREA!! Located just outside the city limits of Randleman and close to the Randolph Co/Guilford Co line, this 284± acre tract presents a rare investment opportunity in one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing regions. Property features frontage on Hwy. Business 220...
$8,500,000
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Quality Drive Ne, Navassa, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
59.0 acres
MLS ID
100515588
Intracoastal Realty Corp
59 acres total (2 adjacent parcels, Brunswick County 03000006 and 0240000308) deeded along the Cape Fear River within the Federally Designated Economic Opportunity Zone. This property is adjacent to the PACON Facility (formerly Rampage Boat Factory). Deeded highway access along Cedar Hill Road and...
$8,500,000
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191 Flowers, Clayton, Johnston
Johnston, NC
9.3 acres
MLS ID
10074305
Carolina Settings, LLC
Commercial 9 + acre lot for sale inside of Flowers Plantation PUD. Water and sewer available, 1400 Lft of road frontage, all inside Flowers Crossroads commercial shopping center. For more Details contact listing agent.
$8,400,000
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526 Aquilla, Benson, Johnston
Johnston, NC
112.0 acres
MLS ID
100543449
Howard Hanna Allen Tate|Horizon Realty Group
Attention builders! Phases 2, 3, and 4 of Eagles Landing consists of 76 single family lots to be delivered with county water and septic permits in hand in Johnston County. The site is convenient to I-40, I-95, and the new NC-540 bypass for commuters to the Triangle region and beyond. Finished lots...
$8,284,000
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6353 Grandale, Durham, Durham
Durham, NC
21.7 acres
MLS ID
10094311
Pickett-Sprouse Commercial RE
Large 21 + acre property located on Grandale Dr. Currently zoned PDR 3.120 and RS20. Property includes approximately 2 X 1,000 linear feet of frontage on Grandale Drive and is ideally located for fast access to Highway 55, Research Triangle Park, and Raleigh Durham International Airport. Public...
$8,000,000
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Allen, Greenville, Pitt
Pitt, NC
90.0 acres
MLS ID
100499137
Aldridge & Southerland
90 acres of prime land (approximately 75 acres that can be developed) for sale in Greenville's city limits. Convenient location minutes away from the hospital and university. Zoned for multi-family development. Ideal for a large neighborhood or apartment complex. Easy access to water and sewer...
$7,650,000
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268 Old Beulah, Selma, Johnston
Johnston, NC
191.4 acres
MLS ID
10155382
Harris Realty & Land, LLC
Prime opportunity to develop 191.43 ac in Selma NC. Property offers flexible prospects for planned development. Convenient access to Hwy 70 By-Pass (I- 42) It insures seamless connectivity and accessibility fr business or residential development. The presents of sewer on track 2 further enhances the...
$7,500,000
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246 Amphitheater, Swansboro, Carteret
Carteret, NC
81.1 acres
MLS ID
100555494
Bluewater Real Estate - EI
A premier coastal land offering in the heart of Carteret County, 246 Amphitheater Drive represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial tract in one of the Crystal Coast's most desirable and steadily growing markets. Ideally positioned near the historic waterfront town of Swansboro, but still...
$7,350,000
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Nc 581, Bailey, Wilson
Wilson, NC
284.9 acres
MLS ID
100402529
Stone Auction & Realty
A ONE-OF-A-KIND-TROPHY FARM. GREAT LOCATION JUST 40 MINUTES TO RALEIGH AND GREENVILLE, 15 MINUTES TO WILSON, 5 MINUTES TO BUCKHORN LAKE (2200 ACRES), 2 HOURS TO BEAUTIFUL NC BEACHES AND 4 HOURS TO NC MOUNTAINS. THIS FARM HAS OVER 200 ACRES OF WOODS, WITH 160 ACRES OF PLANTATION PINES THAT ARE WELL...
$7,122,250
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2207 Hamlin, Durham, Durham
Durham, NC
39.0 acres
MLS ID
10132777
Pickett-Sprouse Commercial RE
Stunning and vast 39 acre parcel on Hamlin Road. Property is located within urban growth boundary for City of Durham and is very near the corridor for the Northern Durham Parkway providing connection between I-540 and US 501. Parcel has more than 1,500 feet of frontage on Hamlin Road and with it's...
$6,800,000
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526 Aquilla, Benson, Johnston
Johnston, NC
112.0 acres
MLS ID
10135309
Howard Hanna Allen Tate|Horizon
Attention builders! Phases 2, 3, and 4 of Eagles Landing consists of 76 single family lots to be delivered with county water and septic permits in hand in Johnston County. The site is convenient to I-40, I-95, and the new NC-540 bypass for commuters to the Triangle region and beyond. Finished lots...
$6,764,000
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144 Brown, Lexington, Davidson
Davidson, NC
0.9 acres
MLS ID
1165847
Realty One Group Results
Come explore this stunning three-parcel land package, available for sale in Lexington, North Carolina. This commercial property is an excellent fit for an industrial business, featuring access to city water, sewer, and electricity. The land spans just over 6 acres all together, with a portion...
$6,700,000
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3024 Spiro, Bolivia, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
MLS ID
100561601
Blue Strand Real Estate Group
Calling all Developers & Builders! Take a look at this 54 developed & platted single-family residential lot acquisition and building opportunity located in Seawatch at Sunset Harbor, an exclusive residential community in the town of Bolivia, NC. Located off Highway 211, this property is...
$6,489,900
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87 Cape Creek, Bald Head Island, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
5.4 acres
MLS ID
100566616
Munroe Properties
Tucked at the quiet end of Middle Island, this extraordinary offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire nine contiguous homesites encompassing a sweeping stretch of Bald Head Island's pristine marshfront. Thoughtfully assembled and offered as a single estate purchase, the property captures the...
$6,000,000
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8612 Bald Eagle, Wilmington, New Hanover
New Hanover, NC
1.3 acres
MLS ID
100564910
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
An extraordinarily rare offering along the Intracoastal Waterway in Wilmington- a private, high-bluff estate parcel of just over one acre, presenting an unparalleled opportunity to create a generational coastal legacy. Perfectly positioned to capture sweeping, unobstructed vistas, this remarkable...
$6,000,000
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2521 Lake Wheeler, Raleigh, Wake
Wake, NC
8.3 acres
MLS ID
10151560
Performance Property Partners LLC
Prime multifamily development opportunity in one of Raleigh's most active growth corridors. 8.30 acres with 437.5± LF of road frontage on Lake Wheeler Road, zoned R-10 with an Apartment land use designation. By-right density supports approximately 83 units; rezoning potential to 150-200 units for...
$6,000,000
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NC 12 Highway, Salvo, Dare
Dare, NC
15.0 acres
MLS ID
130742
Midgett Realty - Hatteras
Exceptional Opportunity: Last Undisturbed 15-Acre Soundfront Parcel on Hatteras Island. Discover a truly rare offering — the final remaining untouched 15-acre soundfront property on Hatteras Island. Rich with mature water oaks and dense natural vegetation, this expansive parcel offers privacy...
$6,000,000
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150 Hampton Road, Coinjock, Currituck
Currituck, NC
95.0 acres
MLS ID
132463
The Shackelford Group
Prime location along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). This property consists of two parcels of land zoned as Agriculture, Industrial and General Business. Total acreage of both parcels is approximately 95 acres.
$5,750,000
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22 Acres Dr Mlk Jr, New Bern, Craven
Craven, NC
22.0 acres
MLS ID
100542292
CENTURY 21 ZAYTOUN RAINES
22 Acres of Land with City of New Bern Water and Sewer available & at the site. Land is Zoned R-6 & C-3 in city ETJ. Purchase Price is between $250,000-275,000 an acre &/or $15k a door, and subject to amount of common area (access/spine road) developed by buyer. Preliminary wetland studies (PJD) in...
$5,500,000
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483.10 Whiteville, Shallotte, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
483.1 acres
MLS ID
100502358
The Cheek Team
Get ready to master plan your next big community! This 483 acre tract lies just outside of the bustling hub of Shallotte with over a half mile of road frontage on Hwy130/Whiteville Rd. Zoned Rural Residential (CO-RR), this parcel will allow for a low density residential development with a maximum...
$5,500,000
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Tbd Dr Mlk Jr, New Bern, Craven
Craven, NC
90.0 acres
MLS ID
100542181
CENTURY 21 ZAYTOUN RAINES
90 Acres of Land with City of New Bern Water and Sewer available & at the site. Land is Zoned R-6 in city ETJ which allows for high density single and multifamily development. Preliminary wetland studies (PJD) in photos and attached in Documents. This PJD was done prior to 2023 Sackett case, which...
$5,400,000
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Tr-1 Us Hwy 17, Ocean Isle Beach, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
45.2 acres
MLS ID
100555603
CENTURY 21 Sunset Realty
Prime development and investment opportunity with excellent highway visibility and accessability in the heart of coastal NC. This 45.2 acre tract offers exceptional frontage along highly traveled US Highway 17 in one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. Located just minutes from the...
$5,300,000
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100 Ag, Youngsville, Franklin
Franklin, NC
5.2 acres
MLS ID
10155491
DDWade & Co.
Rare Mixed Use Corner Tract with 1,080 Feet of Highway 96 Frontage - A Strategic Land Opportunity in One of North Carolina's Fastest-Growing Corridors Investors and developers take notice: this is the kind of site that doesn't come twice. Positioned at a high-visibility corner intersection directly...
$5,000,000
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250 Long Bluff, Currie, Pender
Pender, NC
825.0 acres
MLS ID
100532437
Nationwide Realty, LLC
Discover a rare opportunity to own 825 acres of unspoiled natural beauty along the scenic Black River in Currie, North Carolina. This expansive tract feature stands about +/- 250 acres of mature and young long leaf pines, a private pond, and multiple boat ramps providing direct access to the river...
$5,000,000
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240 Odum Farms, Swansboro, Onslow
Onslow, NC
71.9 acres
MLS ID
100482561
Realty World Swansboro Property
70 Acres on Highway 24 located just outside of Swansboro, NC. Currently farmland with development potential and some creek frontage. Onslow County zoning is RA. Located near Swansboro Schools, beaches, and shopping. Owner's private residence and a couple acres are to be excluded from sale. Owner...
$4,999,999
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Norfleet Shores, Belhaven, Beaufort
Beaufort, NC
112.0 acres
MLS ID
100544918
United Country Respess Real Estate
Extraordinary 112-acre waterfront property on the Pungo River with over 3,000 feet of frontage and direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Pamlico Sound. Enjoy breathtaking views, private gated access, deep water on Little Creek, and existing permits for a boat ramp, five slips, and bulkhead...
$4,900,000
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78 Mclamb, Ocean Isle Beach, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
36.0 acres
MLS ID
100494662
CENTURY 21 Sunset Realty
Unparalleled opportunity awaits visionary investors and developers in a prime location between Ocean Isle Beach and Sunset Beach, North Carolina. Spanning approximately 36 acres at the intersection of Highway 17 and Union School Road, this site benefits from a daily traffic count of 26,000+ and is...
$4,600,000
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