Homes in 55+ communities for sale in New Hanover County, NC

Homes in active-adult (55+) communities.

10

For sale now

1 new this week

$539,950

Middle asking price

$278/sq ft

$506,250

Middle sale price

22 sold, last 12 mo

92.7%

Of first asking price

what sellers received

59

Days on market

typical, last 12 mo

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As of October 19, 2026, there are 10 homes in 55+ communities for sale in New Hanover County, NC, with a middle asking price of $539,950 (from $425,000 to $729,000). 1 came on the market in the last week. Another 1 is under contract.

In the 12 months through October 19, 2026, 22 sold at a middle price of $506,250, typically for 92.7% of the first asking price after about 59 days on the market.

The most choices right now are in Riverlights - Del Webb.

Newest homes in 55+ communities in New Hanover County

858 Broomsedge Terrace, Wilmington, NC 28412

$729,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,764 sq ft

0.15 ac · 2-car garage · $282/mo HOA

858 Broomsedge Terrace, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

1140 Snowden Road, Wilmington, NC 28412

$435,000

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,340 sq ft

0.12 ac · 2-car garage · $279/mo HOA

1140 Snowden Road, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

432 Motts Forest Road, Wilmington, NC 28412

$564,900

4 bd · 3 ba · 2,642 sq ft

0.14 ac · 2-car garage · $284/mo HOA

432 Motts Forest Road, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties

550 Lyrebird Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28412

Price cut from $585K

$574,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,423 sq ft

0.14 ac · 2-car garage · $279/mo HOA

550 Lyrebird Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Intracoastal Realty Corporation

443 Deveraux Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412

$515,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,838 sq ft

0.14 ac · 2-car garage · $279/mo HOA

443 Deveraux Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Intracoastal Realty Corporation

3206 Penzance Row, Wilmington, NC 28412

Price cut from $659K

$649,000

4 bd · 3 ba · 2,886 sq ft

0.14 ac · 2-car garage · $389/mo HOA

3206 Penzance Row, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Intracoastal Realty Corporation

665 Folsom Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28412

$515,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,664 sq ft

0.16 ac · 2-car garage · $110/mo HOA

665 Folsom Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Intracoastal Realty Corporation

3202 Penzance Row, Wilmington, NC 28412

Price cut from $590K

$585,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,673 sq ft

0.19 ac · 2-car garage · $279/mo HOA

3202 Penzance Row, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Intracoastal Realty Corporation

1210 Snowden Road, Wilmington, NC 28412

$479,000

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,700 sq ft

0.14 ac · 2-car garage · $110/mo HOA

1210 Snowden Road, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Sold Buy the Sea Realty

1159 Snowden Road, Wilmington, NC 28412

Price cut from $430K

$425,000

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,536 sq ft

0.11 ac · 2-car garage · $110/mo HOA

1159 Snowden Road, Wilmington, NC 28412

Hive MLSListed by Hall Property Specialists, INC

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Price mix

  • Under $300K0
  • $300K–$500K3
  • $500K–$750K7
  • $750K–$1M0
  • $1M+0

Where they are

Towns in New Hanover County

Wilmington1,012 homes for saleCarolina Beach188 homes for saleCastle Hayne103 homes for saleKure Beach45 homes for saleWrightsville Beach36 homes for sale

55+ communities in nearby towns

Wilmington10 for sale

Questions, answered

How many homes in 55+ communities are for sale in New Hanover County, NC?

As of October 19, 2026, there are 10 homes in 55+ communities for sale in New Hanover County, NC, with a middle asking price of $539,950 (from $425,000 to $729,000). 1 came on the market in the last week. Another 1 is under contract.

What do homes in 55+ communities cost in New Hanover County, NC?

As of October 19, 2026, the middle asking price is $539,950, about $278 per square foot for a typical 1,769 sq ft. $300K–$500K: 3; $500K–$750K: 7.

What did homes in 55+ communities sell for in New Hanover County, NC last year?

In the 12 months through October 19, 2026, 22 sold at a middle price of $506,250, typically for 92.7% of the first asking price after about 59 days on the market.

How fast do homes in 55+ communities sell in New Hanover County, NC?

In the 12 months through October 19, 2026 they typically sold in about 59 days, at 92.7% of the first asking price.

Which communities in New Hanover County, NC have the most homes in 55+ communities for sale?

As of October 19, 2026, Riverlights - Del Webb (9).

How do I estimate a monthly payment on a home in New Hanover County, NC?

A mortgage payment has two parts: principal and interest, which depend on the price, your down payment and the rate a lender offers you; and the costs on top — property taxes, homeowners insurance (and flood insurance near the water), HOA dues where there's an association, and mortgage insurance if you put less than 20% down. Each home's page has a calculator that uses the rate you've been quoted and that home's own taxes and HOA dues from the listing. For your actual rate and Annual Percentage Rate (APR), ask a licensed lender — we can introduce you to Joey Milam at Alpha Mortgage Advantage, or you're free to choose any lender.

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Figures are computed live from MLS listing data for New Hanover County, NC, 55+ communities only. Middle = median. Listing data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.