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About this home
**COASTAL LUXURY! PRIVATE SALTWATER POOL! FLEXIBLE FLOOR PLAN! PREMIER GATED COMMUNITY!** Experience exceptional coastal living in this beautifully appointed **3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home** located in the highly sought-after gated community of **Compass Pointe**. Thoughtfully designed with an open-concept layout and upscale finishes throughout, this home offers the perfect balance of elegance, comfort, and functionality. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen impresses with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, striking black hardware, and an oversized island that's ideal for gathering with family and friends. The spacious FROG provides incredible flexibility as a fourth bedroom, media room, home office, or bonus space, while abundant walk-in storage keeps everything organized. Step outside to your own private backyard oasis, where a screened lanai overlooks a sparkling in-ground saltwater pool--perfect for quiet mornings, weekend cookouts, or entertaining guests year-round. Situated on a generously sized, professionally landscaped lot, the home also features an oversized 2.5-car garage with a dedicated golf cart entrance. Beyond your front door, enjoy the unmatched lifestyle Compass Pointe is known for, with resort-style amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, a championship golf course, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, walking and biking trails, and a vibrant social calendar. Conveniently located near Wilmington, area beaches, shopping, dining, and medical facilities, this home offers the luxury lifestyle you've been waiting for.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2024
- Lot
- 0.52 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $3,144 / annually
- Community
- Compass Pointe
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $299
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Composition, Brick, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Foundation
- Combination
- Water
- Community Water
- Property tax
- $2,917 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Sep 10, 2026
- MLS #
- 100601891
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Tray Ceiling(s)
- Kitchen Island
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- Gas Log
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Tile
- Gas Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
- Dryer
Outside
- None
Community
- Clubhouse
- Community Pool
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Gated
- Golf Course
- Indoor Pool
- Street Lights
- Tennis Court(s)
Parking
- Garage Faces Side
- Attached
- Paved
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Directions to 8631 Safflower Way NE
Go over the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge and stay on 74-76 for 8 miles. The Compass Pointe entrance will be on your right. Tell the guard at the gate that you are going to tour this home for sale
Schools
- Elementary
- Lincoln
- Middle
- Leland
- High
- North Brunswick
As listed in the MLS (Brunswick County Schools). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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Recent sales like this in Compass Pointe
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8583 Safflower Way NE, Leland | Oct 8, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 2,442 | $695,000 | $285 |
| 8752 Maple Ash Trail NE, Leland | Oct 5, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 2,691 | $770,000 | $286 |
| 8256 Ibis Point NE, Leland | Sep 25, 2026 | 4 / 3 | 2,319 | $575,000 | $248 |
| 8629 Hammocks Cove Trail NE, Leland | Sep 17, 2026 | 4 / 4 | 3,124 | $949,000 | $304 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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Our take on 8631 Safflower Way NE
Written by the Buddy Blake Team from the listing photos and MLS data. Not part of the MLS listing or the listing broker's description.
This two-story property in Compass Pointe in Leland pairs brick with board-and-batten siding under a covered front porch, with a landscaped walkway leading to the entry. Built in 2024, it offers 2,930 square feet with three bedrooms and four bathrooms, and the primary suite is on the main level. Inside, the property includes tray ceilings, walk-in closets, a kitchen island, a gas log fireplace, and a gas oven.
Out back, a screened porch overlooks an in-ground pool set on a concrete deck and enclosed by black metal fencing. The lot is 0.52 acres. The attached two-car garage faces the side, and there is paved parking. Community water serves the property. The community offers a clubhouse, indoor and community pools, a fitness center, tennis courts, a dog park, and a golf course, and it is gated with street lights.
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About 8631 Safflower Way NE
8631 Safflower Way NE is a 3-bedroom, 4-bath home of about 2,930 square feet, built in 2024, on 0.52 acres in Compass Pointe, Leland, Brunswick County, NC 28451.
At $875,000, it's 134% above the median asking price ($373,275) of the 258 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Leland today.
That's about $299 per square foot, compared with a Leland median asking price of $211 per square foot.
27 other homes are for sale in Compass Pointe right now (median asking $810,000); 73 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $695,000, typically in about 93 days.
Across ZIP 28451, 840 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $346,671.
It has been on the market for 60 days.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 8631 Safflower Way NE
How much is 8631 Safflower Way NE?
8631 Safflower Way NE is listed at $875,000 (about $299 per square foot) as of November 9, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 8631 Safflower Way NE have?
3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with about 2,930 square feet.
What neighborhood is 8631 Safflower Way NE in?
Compass Pointe, in Leland, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
How long has 8631 Safflower Way NE been on the market?
60 days. Homes in Compass Pointe sold after a median of 93 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Compass Pointe?
73 homes sold in Compass Pointe in the last 12 months, at a median price of $695,000.
Does 8631 Safflower Way NE have an HOA fee?
Yes: $3,144 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 8631 Safflower Way NE built?
2024.
Who is the listing broker for 8631 Safflower Way NE?
Northrop Realty (MLS #100601891). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 8631 Safflower Way NE?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.