Oak Island Homes with Intracoastal Waterway View

Oak Island Homes with Intracoastal Waterway View

Welcome to Oak Island, North Carolina – a coastal paradise nestled in the heart of Brunswick County. Known for its stunning beaches, vibrant community, and laid-back lifestyle, Oak Island is the perfect destination for those seeking a serene escape by the water. With its picturesque landscapes and charming local shops, this enchanting town offers a unique blend of relaxation and adventure.

One of the standout features of Oak Island is its breathtaking Intracoastal Waterway views. Homes in this area offer unparalleled vistas, allowing residents to enjoy the beauty of the water from the comfort of their own living rooms. Imagine waking up to the gentle sound of waves and enjoying your morning coffee while watching boats glide by. The Intracoastal Waterway not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of these homes but also provides an array of recreational opportunities, including boating, fishing, and kayaking.

Oak Island’s real estate market boasts a diverse selection of properties, from cozy beach cottages to luxurious waterfront estates. Each home is designed to maximize the stunning views and create a seamless connection to the natural beauty surrounding them. Whether you’re looking for a vacation getaway or a permanent residence, Oak Island offers a variety of options to suit every lifestyle.

Beyond the beautiful homes, Oak Island is rich in community spirit, with friendly neighbors and a welcoming atmosphere. With its pristine beaches, lush parks, and numerous dining options, this charming town is the ideal place to create lasting memories. Discover the magic of Oak Island and find your dream home with an Intracoastal Waterway view today!

Newest Oak Island Homes with Intracoastal Waterway View

$649,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100592967 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,560 SqFt. ⋅ 2020 Year Built
Rare ICW-Front Townhouse with Private Elevator -- Heron Cove, Oak Island, NC Best of both worlds with an Intracoastal Waterway view and 0.7 miles to the beach at the Ocean. Unit B2 at Heron Cove is a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 1,560 sq ft townhouse built in 2019 on its own private driveway off E. Yacht Drive. All three floors are yours -- private entrance, no shared hallways, no common corridors. The Garaventa in-unit elevator (installed 2020, serviced February 2025; records available) connects every level. The second floor is the heart of the home. An open family room flows into a kitchen with Acacia hardwood floors, granite countertops, and a tile backsplash. A full bedroom and bathroom on this level, plus a dedicated laundry and pantry area. Step outside onto the ICW-facing deck -- wire railing keeps the water view completely unobstructed. The third floor holds two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, giving sleeping quarters complete separation from the main living level. Custom Levelor blinds on every window throughout. On the ground level, a private outdoor shower sits under the second-floor overhang -- ideal after a day at the beach or on the water. A large private storage room provides dedicated space for gear without touching the living area. An attached carport completes the ground floor. Refrigerator, dishwasher, range, microwave, TV mounts, and storage shelving all convey with the property. HOA coverage includes the exterior building structure, landscaping, water, sewer, taxes on the building and land, and NFIP flood insurance (policy on file; zero prior claims) -- a rare combination that consolidates major coastal ownership costs into a single monthly payment. Oak Island has no high-rises and no traffic lights. Consistently ranked among the most affordable coastal communities on the East Coast, with a pace and character that sets it apart from the typical resort market. Property Highlights: *3 bedrooms / 3 full bathrooms / 1,560 sq ft *Built 2019 -- modern construction, no deferred maintenance *Direct ICW frontage -- water views from second-floor deck *0.7 miles to Atlantic Ocean beach *Private in-unit Garaventa elevator (installed 2020, serviced February 2025) *Private driveway off E. Yacht Drive -- no shared entry *Acacia hardwood floors throughout *Granite and quartz countertops / tile backsplash *Custom Levelor blinds -- every window *ICW-facing deck with wire railing *Private outdoor shower -- ground level *Large private storage room *Attached carport *Quiet 6-unit townhouse community *HOA covers exterior building, water, sewer, landscaping, building/land taxes, NFIP flood insurance *Individual lot ownership -- not a condo

7000 E Yacht Dr Unit B2, Oak Island
$350,000
100591681 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
CORNER LOT with direct views of the ICW on Oak Island. This large, deep lot will allow you to build that beautiful home of your dreams and watch the sunrises and sunsets off the ICW waters. The Veterans Park is across the street that you can visit at any time and sit in the swings and watch the boats go by, see the dolphins playing and capturing so many views of the wildlife here on the island. The sewer assessment has been paid. Please come take a look.

1401 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island
$350,000
100589566 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
BEAUTIFUL HOMESITE ON GORGEOUS 1700 Block OF E YACHT DRIVE, OAK ISLAND, NORTH CAROLINA. BRING YOUR OWN BUILDER. This is a prime location and with the perfect floorplan, you could capture ICW views! This gorgeous homesite on North Carolina's East Coast is located across the street from the intercoastal waterway. This homesite is in the highly sought after east end location of Oak Island with easy beach access. In addition to being just steps from the ICW, your new homesite offers beach access, reachable by golf cart or bicycle. A beach walkover is close by. Veteran's Park is at NE 15th, only 2 short walkable blocks away with a free, public fishing dock on the Intercoastal Waterway. This gorgeous coastal homesite leaves nothing else to be desired. Oak Island is in close proximity to the Historic cities of Southport, NC, Wilmington, NC. and Myrtle Beach, SC. OKI is also known for providing an authentic island life experience.

L36 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island
$1,365,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100587530 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,334 SqFt. ⋅ 2022 Year Built
Wake up to relaxing mornings on Oak Island's quiet west side, where this water view home has peeks out over the ICW. Built 4 years ago, it has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,334 square feet of finished space on an oversized quarter-acre lot. This home is 100% move-in ready, with a large family room on the main level and a large rec room downstairs -- plenty of space to spread out and relax. It has it all: covered and screened porches for relaxing outside in any weather, an elevator for easy access to every level, and a heated inground pool with two water features. The entire backyard is enclosed by a 6-foot white vinyl privacy fence, so you can enjoy the pool and outdoor space with total privacy. The professionally designed landscaping is fully irrigated on its own separate water meter. The primary suite feels like a retreat, with a spa-like shower and a jetted spa tub for unwinding after a day at the beach. Custom closets are built into every bedroom, plus extra custom storage in the pantry and linen closets, so everything has its place. Inside, the gourmet kitchen features a newly informed gas range with a high-CFM range hood and pot filler faucet. You're a request from the beach and close to local shows and restaurants. Contact us for a private tour!

1505 W Yacht Dr, Oak Island
$1,200,000
8 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100583677 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1973 Year Built
**4 UNITS! WATERWAY VIEWS! ESTABLISHED RENTAL HISTORY!** Rare opportunity to own four income-producing units on Oak Island with Intracoastal Waterway and marsh views. This unique offering consists of two separate parcels, each improved with a duplex, for a total of four rental units. **(This listing includes 518 Norton Dr and 516 Norton Dr. 516 Norton Dr, Lot 9, PID 250CG04401.)** Each unit has an established rental history, providing immediate income potential and making this an attractive addition to an investment portfolio. Whether you're looking to continue operating all four units as rentals, create a family compound, occupy one unit while generating income from the others, or explore future redevelopment opportunities, the possibilities are extensive with this versatile Oak Island property. Perfectly positioned to take advantage of coastal living, residents enjoy beautiful Intracoastal Waterway and marsh views from the shared courtyard and viewing deck. Public beach access is nearby, offering the best of both worlds--easy access to the beach and the relaxing scenery of the waterway. The property has benefited from ongoing ownership improvements over the years, including new roofs on both buildings, while maintaining the character and charm that make Oak Island such a sought-after coastal destination. Conveniently located near local restaurants, shopping, and area attractions, you'll also be just minutes from the historic waterfront town of Southport, known for its boutique shopping, waterfront dining, and coastal charm. Conveniently situated between Wilmington, NC and Myrtle Beach, SC, owners enjoy easy access to airports, entertainment, healthcare, and everything the Carolina coast has to offer. Whether you're searching for a proven investment property, a long-term hold in a highly desirable beach market, a multi-generational retreat, or a property with future upside potential, this unique offering delivers location, flexibility, water views, and opportunity in one of North Carolina's most desirable coastal communities.

518 Norton St, Oak Island
$2,399,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 100583273 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,985 SqFt. ⋅ 2018 Year Built
Experience the very best of coastal waterfront living along the Intracoastal Waterway on beautiful Oak Island. Perfectly positioned in the 1600 block of E Yacht Drive, this custom-built residence offers breathtaking water views, exceptional craftsmanship, and the boating lifestyle so many dream about. Designed to maximize both comfort and scenery, the home welcomes you with rich hardwood flooring, an elevator servicing all levels, and an open-concept floor plan filled with natural light. The spacious great room features a wall of windows framing panoramic Intracoastal views, creating a stunning backdrop for everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is equally impressive, offering custom cabinetry, recycled glass countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and a large center island where family and friends naturally gather. Just beyond, expansive waterfront decks invite you to enjoy morning coffee, evening sunsets, and the ever-changing parade of boats along the waterway. The primary suite serves as a private retreat overlooking the water, complete with deck access, dual vanities, a custom tiled shower, generous walk-in closet, and separate water closet. A second guest suite with private bath is also located on the main living level. Upstairs, two additional guest suites each enjoy their own private baths, while a spacious loft with a convenient wet bar creates the perfect space for a media room, home office, or additional gathering area. Just off the loft, a charming bunk room provides extra sleeping accommodations for family and guests, making this home ideal for hosting large gatherings and creating lasting coastal memories. Outside, the coastal lifestyle truly comes alive. A paver pathway leads through beautifully landscaped grounds past a patio and outdoor grilling area. The property is protected by a bulkhead and features a private dock with boat lift, providing direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and beyond. Whether casting a fishing line, watching sailboats drift by, or heading out for a day on the water, this home was designed to embrace life at the coast. For buyers seeking a turnkey opportunity, most furnishings and the boat may be purchased, making it even easier to begin enjoying Oak Island from day one.

1606 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island
$1,950,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 100580818 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3,155 SqFt. ⋅ 2015 Year Built
Experience the pinnacle of WATERFRONT coastal luxury in this exquisitely FURNISHED, custom-built INTRA COASTAL WATERWAY residence on Oak Island. Lovingly maintained by its original owner, this exceptional home blends timeless craftsmanship, modern convenience, and breathtaking Intracoastal Waterway views. Designed for easy coastal living, an elevator provides convenient access to every floor. The thoughtfully designed floor plan maximizes the home's stunning waterfront setting, showcasing tranquil Intracoastal Waterway views from multiple vantage points. The ground level offers a massive garage and workshop space with room for vehicles, golf carts, water toys, and hobby enthusiasts alike. Additional features include an outdoor shower, abundant storage, and countless opportunities to enjoy the coastal lifestyle from every angle. Take a stroll to the covered gazebo at the end of your private pier perfect for relaxing, entertaining, fishing or enjoying spectacular sunsets. Effortless boating access with your own boat lift and dock, exceptional privacy, and generous outdoor living spaces create an unparalleled waterfront experience. A charming gas lantern welcomes you at the front entrance, creating an inviting first impression, while newly replaced front and rear stairways enhance both the home's curb appeal and functionality. Built by one of the island's premier custom home builders with quality and longevity in mind, the residence features a Superior Walls foundation system and LP® SmartSide® siding enhanced with SmartGuard® technology, providing outstanding resistance to termites, rot, and fungal decay while offering lasting durability with low-maintenance appeal. This move-in-ready home offers four spacious bedrooms, each with a private en-suite bath featuring elegant leathered granite vanities. Double rear decks overlook the Intracoastal Waterway, providing the ideal setting to enjoy coastal breezes, passing boats, and panoramic water views. Meticulously maintained and rich in features rarely found on the Intracoastal Waterway, this extraordinary property combines luxury, functionality, and superior construction. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, second home, or waterfront retreat, this remarkable home delivers an elevated coastal lifestyle with unmatched comfort, convenience, and beauty.

3808 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island
$2,890,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 100578880 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3,761 SqFt. ⋅ 2002 Year Built
This exceptional fully furnished oceanfront home on Oak Island's prestigious Kings Lynn Point welcomes you with a rare blend of luxury, warmth, and breathtaking double water views. From the moment you arrive, the architectural details and coastal palette set the tone for a residence that feels both boutique hotel refined and comfortably homey. Step inside and the Atlantic greets you through a sea of windows overlooking the wide, turtle sanctuary beach, while vaulted beamed ceilings, soft surroundings, and hardwood flooring create an atmosphere of effortless elegance. The reverse floor plan ensures that the main living level captures the most spectacular views, and your private elevator carries you to a stunning great room where a dramatic custom ceiling rises above the living space. A cozy fireplace adds ambiance, proving that coastal nights deserve warmth and charm. The chef's kitchen is a European Italian inspired showpiece with beautiful countertops, custom cabinetry, artful tile details, all positioned to enjoy sweeping ocean views as you cook or entertain. The dining area flows seamlessly from the kitchen, offering the perfect setting for large gatherings, holiday meals, or sunset dinners framed by the glow of the Atlantic. One more short flight of stairs leads to the keeper's room, a tranquil loft style retreat perfect for reading, working, or simply taking in the extraordinary views of the dunes, the Point, and the ICW. The home's bedrooms are designed as peaceful retreats, each one spacious, comfortable, and filled with natural light. The first level greets you with 4 total bedrooms, two with generous ensuites, each offering private baths and direct deck access, a third large bedroom with direct deck access and another full bath shared with the 4th bedroom on this level. A conveniently located laundry room with direct deck access rounds out living space on this floor. Multiple decks on this level provide spectacular views of both the ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, creating a serene backdrop for morning coffee or quiet evenings. Upstairs, the main living level includes another luxurious ensuite bedroom with beautiful natural light and easy access to upper decks where soft breezes and panoramic views await. A dedicated library and quiet room offer yet another peaceful space to unwind, adding to the thoughtful design that makes this home feel both expansive and intimate. Outdoor living is quite possibly even more impressive, with a private path leading to your stretch of sandy shoreline and one of the largest private pools on the island waiting just outside your door. You can enjoy the heated option of the pool during those cooler months and evenings. A tucked away hot tub offers a sheltered place to relax after a day of boating, beachcombing, and gathering your shell collection, while 7 separate decks and porches provide endless vantage points for sunrises, sunsets, and everything in between. The enclosed outdoor shower room makes rinsing off after the beach effortless, and the expansive acreage offers plenty of room to grill, gather, and play. With over 3,500 square feet of covered and open outdoor living space and over 3,700 square feet of heated indoor living space, this home invites you to savor every moment. ''Champagne Shore'' beckons you to take a breath and enjoy life; you are claiming a lifestyle of luxury, comfort, peace, and sunshine on one of North Carolina's most treasured stretches of shoreline. 6925 Kings Lynn Drive offers easy access to Lockwood Folly, the ICW, Oak Island Golf Course, the Oak Island Lighthouse, Fort Caswell, Historic Southport, and the island's best dining and shopping. Weekly concerts at Middleton Park, coffee shops, boutiques, and recreation are all just minutes away, and with no HOA fees, you can enjoy the freedom of true coastal living. No wonder Coastal Living Magazine named Oak Island as one of the Top Ten Beach Towns. Fully furnished (minus personal items) and boasting an established rental history, this property is ideal as a high performing investment, a luxurious second home, or a serene primary residence. It's your time to enjoy the dynamic backdrop of sunsets like you've never seen before, the soft sway of sea oats, cool ocean breezes, and the twinkling stars over the Atlantic. This isn't just a home, it's a canvas for your coastal dreams, a place where sunrises, sunsets, and the rhythm of the tides shape every day.

6925 Kings Lynn Dr, Oak Island
$2,299,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100573179 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 4,362 SqFt. ⋅ 2004 Year Built
The lifestyle you deserve awaits you in this waterway home. Magnificent water views as far as the eye can see. This perfect 5-bedroom and 2.5-bath residence features an elevator on every floor. The home is appointed with hardwood floors and granite counters. Two deep water boat docks with 10,000 lb and 5000 lb power lifts to get you out on the water. Sprawling porches provide wonderful entertainment areas and magnificent sunsets. The lower level is a must-see, over 1,100 sq ft of a conditioned workshop (not included in heated sq footage). This home has interior stairs from bottom to top! This is a lifetime opportunity to acquire a home with giant live oaks, quiet sunsets shimmering off the water, and peace of mind. Your life as you imagined it.

115 Sw Yacht Dr, Oak Island
$1,975,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100569528 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,125 SqFt. ⋅ 1984 Year Built
The soft swish and sway of sea oats atop the dune as you sit in your favorite rocker, a cool ocean breeze caressing your shirt, and all the stars in the sky winking at you over the Atlantic Ocean. This is what memories are made of. That's what welcomes you at 645 Caswell Beach Road, Memory Maker, an OCEANFRONT retreat perfectly situated between historic Southport and Oak Island on one of North Carolina's most prestigious coastal addresses, reimagined from the walls in with thoughtful 2025/26 renovations. Step inside, and the Atlantic greets you. Four giant picture windows have looked out over the wide sand turtle sanctuary beach for decades. Vaulted beamed ceilings, soft sea-glass walls, and wide-plank flooring, wainscoting set on a diagonal, set the stage. Imagine a game table anchoring the loft overlooking the living area below, the kind of space where long afternoons turn into longer evenings, where acquaintances become best friends. Furniture is included. The chef's kiss kitchen is the home's quiet showpiece. A hand-laid mother-of-pearl hexagon shell backsplash catches the morning light above all-new GE appliances, including a double wall oven, glass cooktop, and French-door refrigerator. Two beautifully reimagined bathrooms, one with marble hex tile and brushed gold, another with veined quartz and a glass-enclosed marble shower, feel more boutique hotel than beach house. Every surface is new: raised seam metal roof, HVAC, water heater, floors, kitchen, baths. Beyond the kitchen, a private boardwalk leads to your stretch of sand. After a full day with the ones you love, rinse off in the outdoor shower enclosure, then settle onto the oceanfront deck as the sun slips lower. Step up to the loft's deck, pull up a rocking chair, and take in the Independence Day fireworks painting the sky above Southport's Harbor. From the front of the home, expansive decks and windows capture sweeping views of Southport Harbor and the Intracoastal Waterway, a rare double-water vantage few Caswell homes can offer. Four separate decks and a long covered porch wrap the home, with a dedicated storage room below that keeps beach gear tucked away until the next sunrise. The .42-acre parcel leaves room to grill, gather, and play. A round porthole window overlooks the dunes. A shell-shaped sconce's warm glow lights the stairwell. Small moments, carefully chosen. This is North Carolina beach life at its best, a home built for experiences and the stories that come with them. Come for the sunrises. Stay for the memories.

645 Caswell Beach Rd, Oak Island
$1,600,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100569369 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,916 SqFt. ⋅ 2015 Year Built
Immaculate and beautifully maintained, this one owner primary residence offers refined coastal living with breathtaking Intracoastal Waterway views. Never used as a rental, the home has been thoughtfully cared for and presents in exceptional condition. Being sold partially furnished, this property offers added convenience and immediate enjoyment. Step inside to discover soaring vaulted and coffered ceilings, complemented by custom light fixtures, creating an open, airy ambiance throughout the main living spaces. The well designed floor plan features 4 spacious bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, including a luxurious primary suite on the first floor with a spa-inspired bath, complete with a garden tub, walk-in shower, and dual vanities. The heart of the home is perfect for both relaxing and entertaining, with a seamless flow between the living area, dining space, and well-appointed kitchen featuring distinctive Curava recycled glass countertops. Large windows. professionally tinted and enhanced with hurricane resistant film, bring in natural light while adding efficiency and peace of mind, all while showcasing the serene waterfront and marsh views. Upstairs, additional bedrooms and a generous loft area provide ample space for guests or a secondary living area, along with access to elevated outdoor spaces offering unmatched vistas of the Intracoastal Waterway. An elevator shaft is already in place, offering the option for convenient future installation. Outside, enjoy the coastal lifestyle to the fullest with multiple porches and a convenient outdoor shower, ideal after a day on the water. This premium piling home combines quality construction, thoughtful upgrades, and an unbeatable waterfront setting. A rare opportunity to own a pristine waterfront retreat that truly embodies the best of island living. View the cinematic drone aerial tour of the property and surrounding area: https://iframe.videodelivery.net/d117a9584bbff228bb9569d29671a789

6308 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island
$1,025,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100569220 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,647 SqFt. ⋅ 2023 Year Built
Experience the best of coastal living in this stunning ICW-front home on Oak Island, built in 2023 and designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Perfectly positioned to capture expansive marsh views and offering direct beach access, this elevated piling home blends modern comfort with laid-back coastal charm. The ground level is thoughtfully designed with 14' clearance--ideal for RV and boat parking--complete with a 50-amp plug, and an additional 30-amp service. Entertain with ease around the 12x23 heated/cooled saltwater pool overlooking the water and featuring a step-down fire pit area. A 12x24 storage shed, outdoor shower, and hose reel add convenience and functionality. Upstairs, the home welcomes you with a spacious front porch and an open-concept layout that immediately draws your eye to sweeping ICW views. The living, dining, and kitchen areas flow seamlessly together, creating an inviting space filled with natural light. The kitchen features beautiful countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a generous dining area perfect for hosting. Step onto the screened porch--complete with turf flooring and ceiling fans--for year-round enjoyment of the coastal breeze. The primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with a walk-in tile shower and large walk-in closet. Coastal-inspired finishes and colors throughout enhance the home's airy, beachside feel. Additional highlights include an on-demand gas water heater and thoughtfully designed spaces that make this home ideal as a primary residence, second home, or investment property. A rare opportunity to own a newer construction waterfront home with exceptional outdoor living and direct access to everything Oak Island has to offer.

7202 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island
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