Figure Eight Island Homes for Sale

Welcome to Figure Eight Island, a hidden gem nestled just off the coast of Wilmington, North Carolina. This exclusive barrier island is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, pristine beaches, and luxurious waterfront properties. With its serene atmosphere and breathtaking views, Figure Eight Island is the perfect place for those seeking a tranquil retreat while still being close to the vibrant culture of Wilmington.

The neighborhood boasts a unique blend of coastal charm and upscale living, featuring a variety of homes for sale that cater to diverse tastes and lifestyles. From elegant oceanfront estates to cozy beach cottages, each property offers a slice of paradise with easy access to the island’s sandy shores and lush natural surroundings. Residents enjoy a sense of community here, enhanced by the island's private roads and limited access, ensuring a peaceful environment for families and retirees alike.

Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the myriad of activities available, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing in the island’s calm waters. The nearby marshlands provide ample opportunities for birdwatching and nature walks, while the island's pristine beach invites you to relax and soak up the sun.

With homes for sale on Figure Eight Island, you can embrace a lifestyle defined by luxury, tranquility, and natural beauty. Whether you’re looking for a vacation home or a permanent residence, Figure Eight Island offers an unparalleled coastal living experience that’s sure to captivate your heart. Discover your dream home today and start creating lasting memories in this idyllic paradise!

Newest Figure Eight Island Homes for Sale

$4,395,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100604838 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,436 SqFt. ⋅ 1978 Year Built

Oceanfront offerings on Figure Eight Island are increasingly rare, and opportunities of this nature are seldom available. Set within North Carolina's most exclusive private island community, 138 Beach Road South offers a canvas with 100 feet of direct beach frontage, sweeping ocean views, and an extraordinary setting defined by privacy, natural beauty, and the understated character that has made Figure Eight Island one of the East Coast's most treasured coastal enclaves. For those considering the property with an eye toward the future, a comprehensive survey was completed in July 2025, along with preliminary architectural plans by acclaimed Kersting Architecture envisioning an approximately 4,900-square-foot custom residence. These materials offer an intriguing vision to imagine the future possibilities for this exceptional property. In the meantime, the charming four-bedroom, three-bath classic Figure Eight cottage offers the opportunity to begin enjoying the island immediately. The home captures the relaxed character of an earlier era on Figure Eight, with a bright, open main living area, spacious kitchen, expansive wraparound decks, and beautiful ocean views. Dual garages and a lower-level guest suite add functionality, while three additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for family and friends. Perhaps most appealing is the luxury of time the existing cottage affords. A new owner can enjoy mornings overlooking the ocean, days on the beach, and evenings with family and friends while thoughtfully considering the property's next chapter. With its direct beach frontage, remarkable views, existing cottage, and architectural work already undertaken to explore its future potential, 138 Beach Road South represents an increasingly rare opportunity to capture a special piece of Figure Eight Island.

138 Beach Rd S, Wilmington

$7,400,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 100602694 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 4,189 SqFt. ⋅ 1988 Year Built

This beautifully renovated home is ideally situated in the center of the island, directly across from the ocean. The property offers convenient beach access via a private path that connects directly to a community beach access. Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the expansive, lavishly landscaped 0.96-acre lot provides an exceptional sense of privacy. The bedroom level features a spacious primary bedroom with an en suite bathroom, and a second primary bedroom both with en suite bathrooms, two guest bedrooms with en suite baths, and an office. All rooms offer direct access to the decks. The top floor features expansive, open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas, along with a gas fireplace and sweeping views of the ocean, marsh, Intracoastal Waterway, and Figure Eight Island Yacht Club Marina. Additional features include an elevator, outdoor showers, kayak and surfboard storage racks, a water softener system, and much more. Sold fully furnished, with some exclusions. Figure Eight Island Yacht Club Charter Membership is included.

11 Beach Bay Ln E, Wilmington

$6,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100560154 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 4,412 SqFt. ⋅ 1983 Year Built

Spectacular coastal residence on Figure Eight Island with sweeping views of the Intracoastal Waterway, marshlands, and Rich's Inlet from every room. Fully renovated from the studs with impeccable attention to detail, this home showcases high-end finishes, premium appliances, and a thoughtfully designed layout that maximizes natural light and water views. A rare offering combining luxury, privacy, and the unmatched beauty of one of the Carolina coast's most exclusive island communities.

5 Oyster Catcher Rd, Wilmington

$3,895,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100559137 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,560 SqFt. ⋅ 1987 Year Built

Enjoy coastal living at its finest on Figure 8 Island, an exclusive, private island located just across the intracoastal waterway in Wilmington, North Carolina. Well maintained, one owner never rented home. This marsh-front home offers the finest in island living. It is ideally situated directly across the street from the ocean and offers panoramic views of the sound from its wraparound decks. It features four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The reverse floor plan boasts sweeping views of the marsh and ICW from the bright and airy kitchen, dining and living area on the second floor along with the primary bedroom. Covered porch directly off kitchen is perfect for viewing sunsets over the marsh. Second floor also offers many details including built-ins, beautiful wainscoting and diagonal pattern hardwoods. The first floor includes three bedrooms, a dedicated living space with a wet bar, as well as a laundry area. Additional features include an elevator that connects all floors with ease, two car under home parking, outside shower and an oversized storage room to keep recreational gear ready for your next adventure. The home is being sold furnished with few exclusions. Enjoy, renovate or rebuild . . . 403 Beach Road North represents an unmatched opportunity to invest in lifestyle, privacy, and long term appreciation on one of the east coast's most coveted shorelines. Yacht Club Warrant available.

403 Beach Rd N, Wilmington

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