8720 Shipwatch Drive Wilmington, NC 28412 · Shipwatch

About this home

Positioned along the scenic Cape Fear River in Wilmington, this waterfront property offers a rare opportunity to secure expansive water views on almost an acre, a fully equipped semi private dock with boat and jet ski lifts, and the ability to elevate value--all within the sought-after gated community of Shipwatch. With 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, the home has been thoughtfully improved to maximize both functionality and flexibility. Recent updates include new kitchen countertops, full interior paint, new hardware and fixtures, new elevated storage room below, and new bedroom flooring, along with reconfigured living spaces--converting a former library into a fourth bedroom and transforming the laundry area into additional sleeping quarters--creating ample room for guests, extended family, or multi-generational living. Designed for those who prioritize lifestyle, the outdoor experience is where this property truly stands out. A new private walkway from the back deck leads directly to the dock, complete with a 10,000 lb boat lift and a finger pier with 5,000 lb jet ski lift, offering immediate, turnkey access to life on the water--an increasingly rare and valuable feature to be just a few minutes to Snows Cut Bridge and the intracoastal. Inside, the home offers generous living and entertaining spaces, with a layout ideal for gathering, relaxing, and taking full advantage of the surrounding natural beauty. While some cosmetic opportunities remain, this presents a compelling advantage for buyers looking to personalize the home and capture additional value--without taking on a full-scale renovation. This is more than just a home--it's a chance to create a custom waterfront retreat in a setting where the views, homesite, and boating infrastructure are already in place. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find at this price point.

Facts

Type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1991

Lot

0.81 acres

Waterfront

Pier, Boat Lift, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Water Rights, Deeded Waterfront, Water Access Comm

Garage

2 spaces

HOA

$1,540 / annually

Community

Shipwatch

County

New Hanover

Stories

3

Construction

Stone, Stucco, Wood Frame

Roof

Architectural Shingle

Foundation

Block, Other, Pilings

Water

Community Water, Well

Property tax

$4,246 / year (2025)

MLS #

100571000

Features

Directions to 8720 Shipwatch Drive

South on Carolina Beach Road. Right on Saunders Road. Left on River Road. Right on Starboard. Go to Gate. Use code. Right on Shipwatch. House is third house on the left.

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About 8720 Shipwatch Drive

8720 Shipwatch Drive is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 3,547 square feet, built in 1991, on 0.81 acres in Shipwatch, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28412.

1 other home is for sale in Shipwatch right now (median asking $1,100,000); 2 homes sold there in the last 12 months.

Across ZIP 28412, 181 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $570,000.

Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for waterfront, condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.

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