Waterfront homes for sale in Oak Island, NC

Homes the MLS lists as waterfront — ocean, sound, river, creek and lake.

37

For sale now

3 new this week

$1,495,000

Middle asking price

$769/sq ft

$1,097,500

Middle sale price

96 sold, last 12 mo

95.1%

Of first asking price

what sellers received

37

Days on market

typical, last 12 mo

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As of October 23, 2026, there are 37 waterfront homes for sale in Oak Island, NC, with a middle asking price of $1,495,000 (from $409,000 to $3,325,000). 3 came on the market in the last week. Another 5 are under contract.

In the 12 months through October 23, 2026, 96 sold at a middle price of $1,097,500, typically for 95.1% of the first asking price after about 37 days on the market.

The most choices right now are in Tranquil Harbor, Kings Lynn, Caswell Beach.

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Price mix

  • Under $300K0
  • $300K–$500K1
  • $500K–$750K3
  • $750K–$1M1
  • $1M+32

Where they are

  • Tranquil Harbor · Oak Island · 4 for sale · $1,307,500 middle
  • Kings Lynn · Oak Island · 3 for sale · $2,890,000 middle
  • Caswell Beach · Oak Island · 2 for sale · $1,897,500 middle
  • E. Long Beach · Oak Island · 2 for sale · $1,699,995 middle
  • Long Beach · Oak Island · 2 for sale · $2,249,950 middle

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Questions, answered

How many waterfront homes are for sale in Oak Island, NC?

As of October 23, 2026, there are 37 waterfront homes for sale in Oak Island, NC, with a middle asking price of $1,495,000 (from $409,000 to $3,325,000). 3 came on the market in the last week. Another 5 are under contract.

What do waterfront homes cost in Oak Island, NC?

As of October 23, 2026, the middle asking price is $1,495,000, about $769 per square foot for a typical 1,885 sq ft. $300K–$500K: 1; $500K–$750K: 3; $750K–$1M: 1; $1M+: 32.

What did waterfront homes sell for in Oak Island, NC last year?

In the 12 months through October 23, 2026, 96 sold at a middle price of $1,097,500, typically for 95.1% of the first asking price after about 37 days on the market.

How fast do waterfront homes sell in Oak Island, NC?

In the 12 months through October 23, 2026 they typically sold in about 37 days, at 95.1% of the first asking price.

Which communities in Oak Island, NC have the most waterfront homes for sale?

As of October 23, 2026, Tranquil Harbor (4), Kings Lynn (3), Caswell Beach (2), E. Long Beach (2), Long Beach (2).

How do I estimate a monthly payment on a home in Oak Island, 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 Oak Island, NC, waterfront only. Middle = median. Listing data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.