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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204 acres of Cropland, Timberland, Hunting Land for Sale In Greene County NC!
Greene, NC
204.2 acres
MOPLS ID
77848
Land and Farms Realty
For immediate assistance with this listing call Wyatt Fountain at 252-702-0750. 204 acres of Cropland, Timberland, Hunting Land for Sale In Greene County NC! Call Wyatt Fountain at 252-702-0750 to schedule a showing today! 204 acres of the the finest crop, timber and hunting land Greene County, NC...
$1,075,000
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UNDER CONTRACT!! 557 Acres of Prime Agricultural and Recreational Land For Sale in Halifax County, NC!
Halifax, NC
557.1 acres
MOPLS ID
68585
Land and Farms Realty
For immediate assistance with this listing call Lawrence Green at 919-608-9315. Have you been searching for a unique property that provides an opportunity to own a Legacy Farm that will include Prime Agricultural acreage, Timberland, and Recreational opportunities? Look no further because this tract...
$1,650,000
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UNDER CONTRACT!! 35.4 +/- Acres of Timber and Investment Real Estate in Franklin County, NC!
Franklin, NC
35.4 acres
MOPLS ID
67428
Land and Farms Realty
For immediate assistance with this listing call Lawrence Green at 919-608-9315 Here's an incredible opportunity to own a spectacular property located in Louisburg, North Carolina! This parcel boasts over 500 feet of road frontage, planted and well managed mature pine plantation, and abundant...
$425,000
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UPDATED!! 67.62 acres of Recreational Timber Land For Sale in Beaufort County NC!
Beaufort, NC
67.6 acres
MOPLS ID
52853
Land and Farms Realty
For immediate assistance with this listing call Chase Furlough at 252-505-6893. Have you been looking for a large property to invest in for recreational and hunting purposes? This large property with a primary stand of hardwoods along Chocowinity Creek is the perfect private hunting and recreational...
$94,900
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3949 Blue Banks Loop Road, Leland, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
442.1 acres
MLS ID
100439834
exp Realty
CURRENTLY ZONED LIGHT INDUSTRIALIntroducing the opportunity to acquire 442.14 acres of prime development land, just under 20 miles from Wilmington, NC. This expansive property in Brunswick County offers a compelling investment, featuring cleared land primed for residential or mixed-use projects...
$45,000,000
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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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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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201 Marine Drive, Morehead City, Carteret
Carteret, NC
15.5 acres
MLS ID
100316889
Keller Williams Realty
16 acres of deep channel waterfront, adjacent 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/Morehead City...
$19,750,000
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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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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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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...
$15,300,000
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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...
$12,000,000
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246 Amphitheater Drive, Swansboro, Carteret
Carteret, NC
81.1 acres
MLS ID
100481006
Bluewater Real Estate - EI
Once in a lifetime opportunity, for a new waterfront community development in Carteret County, North Carolina. Approximately 2,800 Feet of Linear Water Frontage on The White Oak River and Raymonds Gut (mostly deep water and recently dredged) with easy access to intracoastal waterway.Total tract area...
$11,562,000
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10118 Blackwell Road, Belville, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
26.6 acres
MLS ID
100498279
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
This exceptional 26+ acre commercial property offers a prime development opportunity in the rapidly growing town of Belville, NC. Strategically located just 4 miles from Wilmington, 6 miles from the Port of Wilmington, and 8 miles from Wilmington International Airport, this site provides...
$11,200,000
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Tbd Us 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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141.83 Acres Watts Landing Road, Hampstead, Pender
Pender, NC
141.8 acres
MLS ID
100426436
exp Realty
STUNNING 141.83 Acres on the ICWW overlooking Topsail Island!! This property is perfect for future development. There is a road agreement that runs with the land to allow for future development. This land has waterfront views of the ICWW, sound, marsh, ocean and the creek. See document section for...
$10,500,000
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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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Keller Lane, Southport, Brunswick
Brunswick, NC
130.0 acres
MLS ID
100402741
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
This land has amazing potential. +/-130 acres with ICW frontage, deep water access, in close proximity to the Oak Island Airport, St. James Plantation, and the incredibly charming town of Southport. It's a maritime forest of mature trees offering the chance to develop it into something truly special...
$9,900,000
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7221 Sunset Lake, Fuquay Varina, Wake
Wake, NC
43.0 acres
MLS ID
2529885
United Real Estate Triangle
A 45 acre parcel to be sold by combining 43 acres from 7221 SUNSET LAKE RD and 2.04 acres from 0 E Cardinal Dr. Frontage will be along Judd Pkwy. None of the property along Sunset Lake including the house, outbuildings, or pasture will be included in sale. Final lot to be determined by survey...
$9,675,000
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13290 Nc Highway 8, Lexington, Davidson
Davidson, NC
434.5 acres
MLS ID
1151921
Premier Sotheby's International Realty
Discover a rare opportunity to own 434.5 acres of pristine land in Lexington city, Davidson county. Located just an hour from Charlotte and in withing the Triad, this expansive parcel promises a blend of natural beauty and convenient access to main axes of transport. Featuring over 13,000 feet of...
$9,500,000
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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...
$9,000,000
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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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3400 Biggers, Concord, Cabarrus
Cabarrus, NC
MLS ID
4237804
SERHANT
Discover a rare opportunity to shape a premier residential community in one of Concord’s most sought-after and fast-growing areas. This expansive ±278 acre property offers the perfect balance of seclusion, natural beauty, and accessibility. Tucked away in a peaceful, wooded setting, the land...
$8,000,000
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1500 Wiley Lewis, Greensboro, Guilford
Guilford, NC
188.8 acres
MLS ID
1165344
eXp Realty
188.75+/- acres in Guilford County. Best use of property would be residential development. This property is in a Tier 2 watershed with access to water and sewer. The sewer access is on the property. Land is level to gently rolling and mostly wooded w/ a creek in the middle. An abundance of space for...
$8,000,000
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NC 581, Bailey, Wilson
Wilson, NC
284.9 acres
MLS ID
2530507
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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Nc 581 Highway, 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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