8912 Shipwatch Drive Wilmington, NC 28412 · Shipwatch

About this home

Set along the storied Cape Fear River in Wilmington's coveted Shipwatch community, this Mediterranean-inspired retreat captures the timeless beauty of coastal Carolina living. Every detail of this home is designed for ease, elegance, and a deep connection to the water. Step inside and you're welcomed by a sun-filled interior where sweeping river views steal the show. The open-concept living and dining areas flow effortlessly into the kitchen, creating a space that feels as natural for quiet mornings as it does for gatherings with friends. A central fireplace lends warmth and character, balancing the home's graceful architecture with everyday comfort. Beyond the doors, the lifestyle continues outdoors—where a private in-ground pool overlooks the river, and a shared pier with deeded boat slip invites you to spend evenings on the water, watching the sun melt into the horizon. Set on nearly three-quarters of an acre, this homesite sits on one of the highest elevations in Shipwatch, offering both beauty and peace of mind. Just minutes from Carolina Beach and downtown Wilmington, 8912 Shipwatch Drive offers a rare blend of refined design, riverfront serenity, and coastal convenience—a place where every sunset feels like coming home.

Facts

Type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1989

Lot

0.68 acres

Waterfront

Deeded Water Access, Deeded Waterfront

Garage

2 spaces

HOA

$1,540 / annually

Community

Shipwatch

County

New Hanover

Stories

2

Construction

Stucco, Wood Frame

Roof

Architectural Shingle, Composition

Foundation

Crawl Space

Water

Public

Property tax

$4,736 / year (2025)

MLS #

100541018

Features

Directions to 8912 Shipwatch Drive

Take Carolina Beach Road south toward Carolina Beach. Turn right onto Sanders Road. Turn left onto River Road. Turn right into Shipwatch. Make a left within the community; 8912 Shipwatch Drive is on the right.

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About 8912 Shipwatch Drive

8912 Shipwatch Drive is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,948 square feet, built in 1989, on 0.68 acres in Shipwatch, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28412.

2 other homes are for sale in Shipwatch right now (median asking $1,019,500); 2 homes sold there in the last 12 months.

Across ZIP 28412, 180 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $562,500.

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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