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
Welcome to the gated waterfront community of Tidalwalk! This well maintained move in ready home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with a bonus room that can be used as a...
- 3 Beds
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- 100252485 MLS
This recently updated charming three bedroom, two bath home, on a corner lot, offers space for the entire family. The one level home offers a living room, dining room,...
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- 100252474 MLS
Have you been waiting for the perfect private home with lots of storage, mother-in-law suite, and 28' by 32' heated and cooled detached garage? Now is your time to purcha...
- 4 Beds
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One of our most popular slips in dry storage - a 20' Dry Slip at NC's largest marina/yacht club: Inlet Watch Yacht Club. Inlet Watch provides its members with amenities s...
- 100252428 MLS
This upgraded home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an office or flex space, and an added guest suite with a private kitchen and bathroom - perfect for hosting guests, Air...
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This 3 bedroom 2 full bath home in popular Lords Creek is situated on a unique high lot that backs up to nature conservation. Featuring a split floor plan w/ a sizeable b...
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Absolutely pristine move in ready Cottage Build in River Lights. One owner property and many upgrades were included when the property was built in 2017. Cottage Build ho...
- 3 Beds
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- 100252184 MLS
Great Value! Don't miss this large home located near Halyburton Park! With 1768 sf of living space and a private owners retreat, this home is a lot of bang for the buck...
- 4 Beds
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- 100252166 MLS
Presented for sale is one of the more desirable 25' T-TOP dry slips in Inlet Watch and is priced to sell. Inlet Watch is a full service marina with amenities that include...
- 100252037 MLS
3 Bedrooms, Bonus room, Huge 26x24 great room addition, 2 bathroom home.Laminate flooring throughout the main living area. The home offers a large fenced corner lot, cus...
- 3 Beds
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- 100251915 MLS
Move-in ready new construction home now available for sale in River Lights - one of Wilmington's premier new communities. Previously used as the builder's model home and...
- 3 Beds
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- 100251833 MLS
Coming soon. Beautiful 4 bedroom with 2 & 1/2 baths. Open floor plan with fireplace, a complete renovation in 2014 which included roof, HVAC, Bamboo hardwood floors, gran...
- 4 Beds
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- 100251826 MLS
Pre-Sale New Construction- Completion date end of Late October 2021. The 'Schooner' floor plan -Southern Gale Townhomes at RiverLights by Laurel Homes. This Unit has bee...
- 3 Beds
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- 100251744 MLS
This charmer has a fenced yard on a corner lot conveniently located to schools, shopping and beach. New roof in 2019.
- 3 Beds
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- 100250502 MLS
Wooded .32 acre lot with 134 ft frontage in Holiday Hills, a small water access community located off Masonboro Loop Road. Lot is located on a wonderful, quiet street th...
- 100251477 MLS
Welcome to your dream home - The Sea Breeze plan built by Hardison Building is a 2 story, 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home with a second floor loft area that offers over 2400 sqft...
- 4 Beds
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- 100251476 MLS
Welcome to your dream home - The Sea Breeze plan built by Hardison Building is a 2 story, 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home with a second floor loft area that offers over 2400 sqft...
- 4 Beds
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- 100251470 MLS
The Sea Breeze plan built by Hardison Building is a 2 story, 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home with a second floor loft area that offers over 2400 sqft. The covered front porch gre...
- 4 Beds
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- 100251461 MLS
This brick home in the Cypress Island community provides a peaceful and serene setting just minutes from Carolina Beach. The home is ready for your personal touch! This...
- 3 Beds
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- 100251462 MLS
Customer built 6 bed/3 full bathroom home in Echo Farms with all oak trim and stairwells throughout. Open foyer into the main living and dining room separated with custo...
- 6 Beds
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- 100251459 MLS
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