Active · Wilmington
138 Beach Road S
Wilmington, NC 28411
$4,395,000
$1,804 per sq ft- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Square feet
- 2,436
- Year built
- 1978
Listing provided courtesy of Landmark Sotheby's International Realty MLS# 100604838
A closer look
About this property
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.
Interior features
- SqFt
- 2,436
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Interior
- Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
- Appliances
- Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Levels
- Two
Exterior & grounds
- Lot size (acres)
- 0.57
- Lot features
- Ocean Side, Water Access Comm
- Lot dimensions
- 100' x 250'
- Foundation
- Other, Slab, Pilings
- Views
- Ocean, Water
- Construction
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Parking
- Attached, Garage
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Patio & porch
- Deck, Wrap Around
- Fencing
- None
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Waterfront features
- Water Access Comm
Community & association
- Community
- Figure Eight Island
- Homeowners association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $6,690.00
- Fee frequency
- Annually
- Amenities
- Waterfront Community, Clubhouse, Community Pool, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Roads, Security, Tennis Court(s)
Utilities
- Utilities
- Water Available
- Water source
- Community Water
Schools
- Elementary school
- Porters Neck
- Middle school
- Holly Shelter
- High school
- Laney
School assignments should be independently verified with the school district.
Property information
- Property type
- Residential
- Property subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1978
- New construction
- No
- MLS#
- 100604838
- County
- New Hanover
- Zoning
- R-20S

