Surf City Real Estate

Surf City Real Estate

Welcome to Surf City, North Carolina – a coastal gem that perfectly balances the charm of small-town living with the allure of beachside adventure. Nestled on the beautiful Topsail Island, Surf City boasts pristine sandy beaches, stunning ocean views, and a vibrant community spirit that welcomes visitors and residents alike.

As you stroll along the picturesque shoreline, you’ll discover a laid-back atmosphere that invites relaxation and rejuvenation. Surf City is renowned for its incredible surfing conditions, making it a paradise for both seasoned surfers and those looking to catch their first wave. With a variety of water sports, including paddleboarding and kayaking, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean.

The town is also home to a rich tapestry of local culture and history. Explore charming boutiques and art galleries that showcase the talents of local artisans, or indulge in fresh seafood at one of the many delightful waterfront restaurants. The Surf City Pier is a must-visit spot, offering breathtaking sunset views and a perfect vantage point for fishing or simply soaking in the coastal ambiance.

Families will appreciate the excellent schools, friendly neighborhoods, and numerous parks that provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Whether you’re enjoying a picnic by the water or participating in community events, Surf City fosters a sense of belonging that makes it easy to call this place home.

With its stunning natural beauty and welcoming community, Surf City, NC, is not just a destination; it’s a lifestyle. Come and experience the magic of Surf City – where every day feels like a vacation!

Newest Listings in Surf City

$969,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100607289 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,374 SqFt. ⋅ 1984 Year Built
Welcome to ''Surf City Oasis''which brought in 100K gross rental income for 2026. Guests leave wonderful reviews recognizing the recently remodeled features (look for list of upgrades in documents) comes fully furnished, and is truly a turn key investment. Floorplan features 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the 2nd floor with spacious family room/dining combo, kitchen features hard surface counters and soft close cabinetry. The stair case leads down to the ground floor living area with 3 bedrooms and full bath, efficiency kitchen area, and you have the option of renting it separtely as short term or long term,or keep that floor for yourself. Use the dedicated beach access easement to go to the beach, or canal. Fully fenced in backyard offers tiki bar/gazebo with hot tub, firepit, and plenty of room for your furry friends. Short walk to the beach or canal, shopping or restaurants dont let this one slip away.

1720 N New River Dr, Surf City
$949,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100606843 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,054 SqFt. ⋅ 2024 Year Built
Enjoy wide, unobstructed ocean views, deeded beach access, and an easy walk or bike ride to downtown Surf City from this beautifully furnished Dune Ridge townhome. Completed in 2024 and located on a quiet dead-end street, the home is close to restaurants and shops, with sidewalks the entire way. The layout includes two king suites, two bunk rooms, four full baths (three en suite), making it ideal for family, guests, or vacation rental use. Two spacious ocean-facing decks offer unobstructed ocean views and plenty of room to relax or entertain. More than $10,000 in high-quality outdoor furnishings across the decks and patio will convey. The sellers also added privacy walls around the oversized outdoor shower and a privacy fence alongside the patio. Never rented and very lightly used, the home is truly move-in ready and being sold fully furnished. Furniture, TVs, linens, kitchenware, dishes, glassware, utensils, washer and dryer, beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, fishing gear, and more are included. Everything is in place so you can arrive, settle in, and start enjoying the beach. Inside, vaulted ceilings, quartz countertops, a large breakfast bar, shiplap accents, and board-and-batten details create a clean coastal feel. The spacious ground-floor entry serves as a mudroom, sitting area, and welcoming foyer. An elevator provides access to all three floors, with additional storage in the rear and beneath the stairs. Whether you plan to make it your primary residence, enjoy it as a second home, or use it as a short-term rental, this turnkey Surf City property is ready to go from day one. Preferred lender incentives are available; contact the listing agent for details.

711 N Topsail Dr, Surf City
$2,685,000
8 Beds ⋅ 10 Baths ⋅ 100606822 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 5,420 SqFt. ⋅ 2005 Year Built
Experience unparalleled coastal luxury in this magnificent eight-bedroom water side estate, perfectly perched at one of the highest elevations on Topsail Island. Boasting panoramic views of both the ocean and tranquil Topsail Sound, this property offers the rare combination of a private oceanfront sitting area and a quiet community sound-front pier and dock. Start your day with breathtaking sunrises from three ocean-view decks, and wind down with stunning sunsets from three sound view decks. Designed for ultimate relaxation, this estate with outstanding rental history features private oceanfront beach access, a sparkling ocean-side pool, and a soothing hot tub. A modern elevator provides effortless access to all levels of this elegant, fully furnished home. The massive top-floor open-concept living area is an entertainer's dream, framed by walls of windows that capture sweeping water vistas. Host up to 22 guests with ease utilizing the expansive wrap-around granite bar and custom-appointed double living room seating. The upgraded gourmet kitchen is fully equipped for large gatherings, featuring double appliances throughout: two sinks, two refriger- ators, two dishwashers, and a double oven. Savor dinner overlooking spectacular sound view sunsets from either of the two separate dining areas. Retreat to one of the eight water-side bedrooms, each complete with its own ensuite bathroom for ultimate privacy. The first floor offers a versatile den area with an additional refrigerator, perfect for indoor entertaining. With covered parking for four vehicles beneath the home and ample additional space in the gravel drive, accommodating guests is a breeze. From world-class amenities to breathtaking vistas, this Topsail Island retreat truly has something for everyone.

100 Oleander Ct, Surf City
$449,000
100606315 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
**Prime 2.17-Acre Commercial Development Opportunity in Surf City** Position your next commercial project in the heart of one of the fastest-growing coastal communities in southeastern North Carolina. Located at 13741 NC Highway 50 in Surf City, in front of Heritage Square retail center, this approximately 2.17-acre commercial site offers exceptional flexibility, convenient access, and close proximity to both established businesses and residential communities. Already annexed into the Town of Surf City and zoned C-3, the property accommodates a broad range of potential commercial uses, including retail, professional and medical office, service businesses, light industrial uses, and **hotel development**, subject to applicable Town approvals and development standards. The versatile zoning creates an opportunity for investors, developers, and owner-users seeking a site with multiple potential development paths. The property is strategically positioned behind Low Tide Steakhouse and directly in front of Bishop Creek Apartments, placing it near both commercial activity and an established residential population. Access is provided by a 25-foot access and utility easement through the existing parking lot and along the left side of the multi-tenant commercial building fronting Highway 50. See accompanying photographs and maps for the easement location. The surrounding Mainland Surf City commercial corridor includes major retailers, restaurants, breweries, grocery stores, and everyday services. Walmart, Publix, Food Lion, Salty Turtle Beer Company, GoGas, and numerous other businesses are all nearby, while the island and Surf City's beaches are only minutes away. There is currently no sewer allocation assigned to the property. Any approved site plan requiring municipal sewer would be placed on the Town of Surf City's sewer allocation waitlist. Septic may provide an alternative development path, subject to suitability, permitting, and applicable Town and County requirements. See communication with Surf City Utility Director uploaded under documents.

13741 Nc Highway 50, Surf City
$499,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100606306 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,759 SqFt. ⋅ 2022 Year Built
Light, bright and surprisingly spacious, this beautifully maintained 2022 home in Waterside offers 1,759 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed single-level living that feels much larger than its footprint. The open great room features 10-foot walls, a stone surround fireplace and a three-panel sliding glass door opening to an expansive 26-foot-wide patio, creating an exceptional indoor-outdoor living space. The well-appointed kitchen features a large granite island, generous counter space, white shaker cabinetry, subway tile backsplash and walk-in pantry. A separate laundry/mudroom conveniently connects the kitchen and two-car garage, with a built-in bench, hooks and shelving providing a practical drop zone. The spacious primary suite is filled with natural light from three large windows spanning the bedroom, and features a tray ceiling, large walk-in closet and ensuite bath with dual vanity, separate shower and Roman tub. The foyer also features a tray ceiling, while a secondary bedroom offers a vaulted ceiling. LVP flooring throughout and the home's open, airy design create a clean, cohesive feel, while the thoughtful floor plan makes excellent use of every square foot. Waterside offers resort-style amenities including a pool, playground, fitness center, sidewalks, ponds, walking trails, sand volleyball, basketball and tennis courts. All this in desirable Surf City, close to the beach, Intracoastal Waterway, dining, shopping and recreation. Move-in ready and exceptionally well maintained, this home offers the ease of newer construction with the space, comfort and coastal lifestyle you've been looking for.

425 Edgewater Way, Surf City
$915,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100606138 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,017 SqFt. ⋅ 1972 Year Built
There's just something special about a classic oceanfront beach house -- and this absolutely charming bungalow delivers the kind of coastal lifestyle people come to Surf City looking for. Step through the front door and your eyes are immediately drawn straight through the home to the Atlantic Ocean beyond. The shotgun-style layout creates a clean sightline from front to back, while the open and airy interior is filled with natural light and that quintessential beach bungalow feel. Out back, the deck leads you directly toward the sand and ocean, making sunrise coffee, afternoon beach days, and evenings by the water part of everyday life. The home also comes with years of rental history, offering an established track record for buyers interested in investment potential, a vacation getaway, or a combination of both. And when you're ready to venture out, you're only about 1.5 miles from the Surf City Pier, along with local restaurants, shopping, and everything that makes Topsail Island such a favorite coastal destination. Cute, comfortable, oceanfront, and close to the heart of Surf City -- this gives that small town beach home feel!

1112 N Shore Dr, Surf City
$789,900
3 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 100605971 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,171 SqFt. ⋅ 2022 Year Built
**COASTAL LUXURY MEETS PANORAMIC SOUND VIEWS!** Perfectly positioned to capture sweeping views of the Intracoastal Sound and the iconic Surf City Bridge, this beautifully appointed 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath home offers the ultimate in relaxed coastal living. Just steps from the nearest beach access, you can easily trade your morning coffee for a stroll on the sand and spend your evenings taking in spectacular coastal sunsets from home. The reverse floor plan was thoughtfully designed to maximize the views, with the main living area elevated above the surrounding landscape and framed by high vaulted ceilings and an abundance of natural light. The open, airy feel creates an inviting space for entertaining or simply soaking in the scenery. The primary suite offers a private retreat of its own, complete with a private balcony overlooking the sound and a beautifully remodeled bathroom featuring a large soaking tub positioned to enjoy the view. Additional upgrades include hurricane shutters on all windows and doors, providing added protection and peace of mind while also resulting in reduced homeowners insurance costs. With its exceptional positioning, panoramic water views, thoughtful reverse-floor-plan design, remodeled primary suite, and unbeatable proximity to the beach, this Surf City retreat is perfectly suited for enjoying the best of coastal North Carolina living.

815 N New River Dr Unit B, Surf City
$445,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100604432 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,953 SqFt. ⋅ 2021 Year Built
Welcome to Waterside! This beautifully maintained two-story home offers the perfect combination of comfortable living, community amenities, and coastal convenience--just 2 miles from the beaches of Surf City! Inside, you'll find an open and inviting main level featuring LVP flooring, a spacious kitchen with granite countertops, a large island perfect for gathering, and a huge pantry providing plenty of storage. The main floor also includes a convenient half bath and plenty of living space for entertaining or everyday life. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a large walk-in closet, while two additional bedrooms provide room for family, guests, or a home office. You'll also find a full bathroom, laundry room, and a generous loft area that offers flexible space for a playroom, media area, office, or second living space. Outside, enjoy the privacy of a fenced backyard and the convenience of a two-car garage. But the lifestyle is what truly sets this home apart! Waterside residents enjoy an impressive collection of amenities including a community pool, clubhouse, playground, basketball, volleyball, tennis, and pickleball courts. Plus, this golf-cart-friendly community makes it easy to enjoy the neighborhood and make your way toward the coast. Located just minutes from Surf City beaches, restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences, this home offers the coastal lifestyle you've been looking for without sacrificing comfort or convenience. Come see why Waterside is such a great place to call home!

808 Airlie Vista Ln, Surf City
$599,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100604099 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,068 SqFt. ⋅ 1982 Year Built
Welcome to 1218 N New River Drive, a charming Surf City beach cottage on Topsail Island offering stunning Intracoastal Waterway views and just a short walk to the beach, local restaurants, shopping and area attractions. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home also includes a versatile loft, easily used as a third bedroom, home office or cozy reading nook, giving you flexibility that is hard to find in a home this size. Step inside to a bright, open floor plan with cathedral ceilings and abundant natural light throughout the main living area. The living room flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining spaces, creating an easy, comfortable layout for entertaining family and friends or simply relaxing after a day at the beach. Plantation style blinds add a polished coastal touch throughout, and the home is being sold mostly furnished, so many of the pieces you see are ready to stay and make your move that much easier. Tucked beneath the cathedral ceiling and reached by its own staircase, the loft is one of this home's best surprises. Use it as a third bedroom for guests, a quiet home office with a view, or simply extra space to spread out. It is the kind of feature that lets this cottage flex to fit exactly how you live, without adding on or moving up in price. Downstairs, the ground level offers three additional heated and cooled spaces, including multiple rooms and a half bath. Whether you need a workshop, a place to rinse off and store beach gear, a rec room for the kids, or simply more storage than a typical cottage provides, this level gives you room to grow into the home over time rather than outgrow it. Outside is where this property really shines. Start your morning with coffee on the back deck as it catches the sunrise, then wind down in the evening on the front deck and balcony as they face the sunset over the water. The fenced backyard includes a fire pit for easy evenings outdoors, and a convenient outdoor shower keeps sand from making its way inside after a beach day. A wide, extra long driveway offers generous parking, including a covered space underneath the house, so there is plenty of room for guests, a boat, or beach gear, with room to spare. With no HOA, you have the freedom to make this home entirely your own. The seller is also offering a $5,000 use as you choose credit, whether you'd rather put it toward closing costs, a rate buy down, updates, or simply getting settled in. Use it as a full time residence, a low maintenance second home, or a vacation rental investment near Surf City without the premiums and upkeep that come with an oceanfront property. The home has no rental history, but is projected to bring in as much as $55,000 a year! Surf City and Topsail Island are known for their laid back, small town beach charm: boutique shops, local seafood spots, and an easy, unhurried pace that is hard to find on more crowded stretches of the North Carolina coast. From this address, you are just steps from all of it, with the Intracoastal Waterway as your everyday backdrop and the ocean itself only a short walk away. Morning walks to the beach, evening drives along the island, and easy access to shopping and dining make everyday life here feel like the vacation you used to have to drive hours for. This is a home that works as hard as you need it to: a full time residence with room to host, a low maintenance second home you can lock up and leave, or an investment property in a beach town that continues to draw buyers looking for exactly this kind of laid back coastal lifestyle. Whether you are searching for a primary residence, a second home, or an investment opportunity, 1218 N New River Drive is ready to welcome you home to Surf City!

1218 N New River Dr, Surf City
$699,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100603855 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,723 SqFt. ⋅ 2004 Year Built
Longing for the coastal lifestyle? This fabulous townhome in the heart of Surf City can be yours! Enjoy walking to local shops and restaurants and to the beach via the deeded beach access. The homes features a large open concept kitchen and family room, 4 bedrooms , 3.5 baths, carport with large storage closet and outdoor shower. At the end of the day relax and enjoy the sunset and marsh views on one of the front decks. Ocean views from the master bedroom. This is the perfect spot to be able to enjoy beach living!

818 N New River Dr Unit 102, Surf City
$925,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100603568 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,006 SqFt. ⋅ 2012 Year Built
Take a look at this stunning home in the Live Oaks of Topsail! Situated directly on the marsh at the S-curve in Surf City, this home has an unparalleled view over the creek and the marsh and out to the ICW. A hidden gem community with rare turnover, the neighborhood offers a pool and a community dock along with spill over parking. Beach access is easy, too! The first floor consists of three bedrooms and 2 baths, all beautifully decorated. One of two potential primary suites spans the water side of the home and boasts a private bath and private deck. On the second floor, a comfortable open floor plan is dominated by a spacious waterfront living area and a large kitchen. Added features like a half bath and large pantry are great touches. And the large deck overlooking the sound is the perfect spot to enjoy the sunset or sip on a cup of coffee. Head up to the top floor to see the second possible owners' retreat. You may not want to leave! Can you believe the views from this deck are even better? What a way to start your day! Decks on every level welcome you to enjoy the beauty and nature all around you. This house would function well as a residence, a second home or a rental. All you need is a packed suitcase - this fabulous home is fully furnished and move in ready. While not currently a rental, this gem was a strong producer in '21 and '22! Views to die for, furnished, short distance to town, quick access to the beach, a community dock and a community pool. What more could you need? Come see it in person!

111 Coastal Cay, Surf City
$875,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100603536 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,878 SqFt. ⋅ 2004 Year Built
Turnkey, fully furnished, and ready to enjoy, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath reverse-floor-plan beach home offers the ideal combination of a personal coastal retreat and vacation rental opportunity. Located just two blocks from the ocean and Public Beach Access #10, the home features sweeping marsh views, glimpses of the Atlantic, and an easy-to-enjoy Surf City location. The reverse floor plan places the main living spaces upstairs, maximizing the home's views. The vaulted great room flows into the kitchen and dining area, with new LED lighting throughout. The rear deck overlooks the marsh and provides a beautiful setting for sunsets, while the front decks capture refreshing ocean breezes and glimpses of the Atlantic. Recent improvements include five new PGT sliding glass doors with a DP60 design-pressure rating, a 2018 roof, new water heater, washer and dryer less than a year old, freshly painted interior, and newly painted front and rear decks. Two exterior HVAC units provide separate climate control. The ground level offers concrete parking, an outdoor shower, and an oversized 11' x 7' storage closet for surfboards, bikes, beach chairs, and coastal gear. Just one mile from the Surf City Pier and the Surf City bridge, featuring a 10-foot-wide multi-use path, the home provides convenient access to the island's restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and other attractions. The bridge's pedestrian- and bike-friendly path makes exploring Surf City and connecting to mainland amenities especially easy. Fully furnished and ready for immediate use, this is an opportunity to own a turnkey beach retreat that can generate rental income when you're not enjoying it yourself--combining personal enjoyment, coastal lifestyle, and investment potential.

1103 N New River Dr, Surf City
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