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The Cape Fear Coast Offers a Diverse Real Estate Market

Welcome to Wilmington. This city started as a curiosity for explorers, a destination for traders, even a haven for pirates. Today, newcomers find their own treasures here - rich history, lively arts, historic architecture, beautiful beaches, friendly neighborhoods and more.

Wilmington possesses a charm that finds its roots in Southern hospitality and the custom of good manners. People say hello to each other on the sidewalks, and invite fellow motorists to squeeze into line at busy intersections. It is a way of life that demands a slower pace than other parts of the country, possibly even the state.

Recreation, the enjoyment of life beyond the workplace, is vital to the lifestyle here. Residents have discovered that this land with its varied topography and mild climate is uniquely suited for golf and , its rolling sand hills and its legendary coast. Wilmington's location between the Cape Fear River and Atlantic Ocean makes it ideal to enjoy water sports of all kinds. The sport of fishing, whether it is salt water or fresh-water fly fishing, deep sea fishing, pier or surf fishing, kayaking, canoeing is among the favorite pastimes.

Perhaps you came here because of your job. Or maybe you visited as a tourist and vowed to return for good. Perhaps you chose the area because of its appealing retirement lifestyle. Whatever your motivation for moving here, you will find plenty to keep you here. Wilmington is blessed with thriving businesses, good schools and excellent health care, plus the housing options you want the most.

There are also increasing numbers of commuter families moving here. Occasionally, the family moves to Wilmington, and the major breadwinner commutes to work in another city - the Triangle or Washington or Atlanta.

Along with the growth and influx of people has come notice from major media. Wilmington has been noted as a desirable place to live by several magazines, and Rolling Stone applauded the burgeoning music scene centered in Historic Downtown.

Downtown is perhaps the core of Wilmington charm. In the thriving residential and business district, homes dating from the Revolutionary era are immaculately restored as private residences and museums. Retail shops and restaurants, art galleries and law offices populate the waterfront from Chandler's Wharf to the Cotton Exchange and east to Fifth Avenue.

Wilmington's beaches such as Wrightsville Beach, Kure Beach, Topsail Island  and Carolina Beach are its greatest attraction!  Wilmington Property Search

The first question all newcomers ask when they arrive in their new town is: Where are we going to live? In Wilmington, you will find many appealing answers to that question. You can choose from in-town living or a cozy beach hideaway or a country home. You can choose from the city of Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Kure Beach, Topsail Island  and Carolina Beach or one of the area's smaller towns or smart growth communities such as the Village of Mayfaire or Autumn Hall. You can choose an old bungalow to remodel or a brand-new home with all of today's amenities - or even a condo that preserves your free time for having fun, not doing home maintenance. In short, whatever your taste and lifestyle, you will find a home to match your needs and desires in the Cape Fear Region.

There is much to like about Wilmington - and much to learn. Wilmington is a great place to live. Our neighborhoods are plentiful....from condos to town homes, single and multifamily homes.  Use the Interactive Map to explore Neighborhoods and Condos.