Masonboro & Myrtle Grove
Masonboro
Most folks rarely stop and consider the rich history that is entrenched in the southern regions of New Hanover County. For example, did you know that Masonboro Sound is the oldest known coastal resort area in North Carolina? Even before the Revolutionary War, summer cottages dotted the banks along the Intracoastal Waterway, neighboring sounds and tidal creeks. Places such as Live Oaks and Cedar Grove were immensely popular destinations for the state's well-to-do residents and visitors. From the 1700s through the turn of the century, they came to Masonboro Sound for its scenic beauty; to escape the heat, breathe the sea air and splash in the salt water. At that time, it was believed that a seaside environment was a cure-all for a variety of ills, including malaria! (We still think there's a lot of truth to those ideas!)
Myrtle Grove
The Myrtle Grove area was once what Wilmington residents considered, "out in the country".
For decades, picturesque Myrtle Grove was filled with small family farms and modest homes. Many seafarers, riverboat captains and commercial fishermen lived in the rural enclave of Myrtle Grove. There were even several resident boat-building operations, including that of Tom Simmons. He was the designer of a local icon: the Simmons Sea Skiff.
Today the neighborhoods of Masonboro Sound and Myrtle Grove are more popular than ever! Thankfully, all of the natural beauty that enticed folks here in the first place has been carefully preserved. Acres of pristine coastal forest, wetlands, and established hardwoods, many dripping with Spanish moss, still give these places a rustic, coastal feel. Although this part of New Hanover County experienced commercial growth at a somewhat slower rate than others, there is now an abundance of goods and services that makes living here extremely convenient!
Whether you settle down in an older subdivision along gorgeous Hewlett's Creek or opt for new construction in Tidal Walk or Georgetown, you're still minutes from shopping, dining, and entertainment venues, schools, grocery stores, banks, and medical facilities. Another plus is the close proximity to historic downtown Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Masonboro Island, and Carolina Beach!
Please continue reading our neighborhood spotlights and get to know these wonderful neighborhoods a little better!
Recently Listed Homes in the 28409 & 28412 Zip Codes
Coastal craftsman home design in prime location, convenient to Intracoastal Waterway, in picturesque Masonboro area. This home features a guest suite on the first floor, ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100201415 MLS
Lovely well maintained cement exterior 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath with Large FROG (presently used as 4th BR). 2 Car Garage. MBR on 1st Level. Spacious Great Room with High Ceili...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100201394 MLS
Spacious Martin Ray Model with 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths. Gourmet Kitchen, Large Granite Island. Separate Dining and spacious living area. Loft! Beautiful Sunroom! Del Webb Wil...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100201294 MLS
Cute top floor 2 bd/2 bath end unit with great natural light, full laundry room and screen porch making it a perfect affordable home! New windows and new siding!Close to ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100201278 MLS
- Cobblestone Bldg.
Immaculate and highly sought after Summerwalk single family home located in the Wrightsville Beach bubble! 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath ''Masonboro'' plan with master bedroom on f...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100201251 MLS
Beautiful brick home with heated pool in great central location with no HOA and in Holly Tree, Roland Grise, and Hoggard school districts! The 2 story living room is fil...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 100200422 MLS
Immaculate home w/in walking distance to Ashley HS & Murray Middle School. Rocking chair front porch, open floorplan with vaulted ceilings, fireplace w/gas logs & hardwo...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100200598 MLS
Check out this fantastic condo located in an excellent location in the center of Wilmington! This second floor condo has an amazing floor plan with 2 spacious bedrooms & ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100201222 MLS
- Breezewood Condominiums Bldg.
Located minutes from Barclay Commons and area beaches, this 2 bedroom, 2 bath 2nd floor unit has new interior paint and is in excellent condition. It has an open floor pl...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100201174 MLS
- Breezewood Condominiums Bldg.
Major updates and in excellent condition! This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom second-floor condo features granite in the kitchen and both bathrooms, a reverse osmosis water filtra...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100201173 MLS
- Breezewood Condominiums Bldg.
One Story in Sought After Arrondale (walk to schools) Subdivision. Community Pool-Home does have a UROG (Unfinished Room over the Garage)that can give you nearly another ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100201132 MLS
The Portside is a one level split bedroom home that is perfect for any family. Open-concept living maximizes family togetherness and entertaining. Lots of counter in the...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100201063 MLS
This beautiful 4 bedroom home is ideally located off Greenville Loop Rd. It's situated in the beautiful, quaint community of Oasis. Enjoy the view from the large, rocking...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 100201000 MLS
Lovely move-in ready 3/2 home with 2 car garage has hardwood floors, fresh paint + new carpet in bedrooms. Warm up by the gas log fireplace in the open living room with v...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100200984 MLS
Don't miss out on this beautiful townhome in Echo Farms! An enormous entryway welcomes you into this open floorplan. Extra large living room connects to dining room and k...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100200976 MLS
Spacious brick colonial home located in the highly sought-after community of Pine Valley. It is situated on over half an acre and sits right on the golf course at the 15t...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100200921 MLS
Beautiful and well maintained home in the Unique boating neighborhood of Mason Knoll on Whisky Creek. Great school district, wonderful marsh views of Whisky Creek's tribu...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100200912 MLS
Golf Course home located in Beau Rivage situated on the 9th hole. Large kitchen with open floor plan, this home is a must see. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, and wood f...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100200900 MLS
Superb condition and better than NEW! Skip the construction process and come see this gorgeously appointed home in Del Webb at River Lights. Owners have made thoughtful a...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100200728 MLS
Move in Ready 2 bedroom, 2 full bath along with a office room (with closet & pocket doors) Brick townhome in much sought out Merestone neighborhood . Spacious living room...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100200711 MLS
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