North Carolina Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Population: 2,593

Located in New Hanover County

Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

The town of Wrightsville Beach occupies one of the chain of barrier islands along North Carolina's southeastern coast. These islands, geologically relatively young, presented prior to urban development a combination of wide sandy beaches, dunes, and marine forests.

Westward of the long and narrow barrier islands are the sounds and marshlands where sea water continually flows in and out across waterways and wetlands. The barrier islands are in a state of constant transition because of natural forces.

Wrightsville Beach is a vibrant small town with a year round population and summer tourists. Because Wrightsville is just across the waterway from Wilmington, you can work in the larger city and reside at the beach. The Town of Wrightsville Beach has gracefully combined its historic past with its newer development....Wrightsville has a comfortable casual Southern charm that always makes you feel welcome.

Located north of Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach very close to the Intracoastal Waterway, a gated community is built around the award winning Tom Fazio-designed golf course. The active residents enjoy a sports complex (two pools, clay tennis courts and a fitness center) and have a boat storage area and a boat ramp, which gives them access to the Intracoastal. With their inviting front porches, the homes in Porters Neck reflect the influence of traditional Southern architecture. Homes range in price from $190,000 to $600,000 and there are still home sites available.

Courtesy of Wrightsville Beach Historic Museum