Turnkey waterfront living in Porters Neck — boatslip, lift, generator, and stunning water views.
Estimate anchored to list price and AVM; adjusted for waterfront premium, private boatslip/lift, recent Fortified roof, generator, and high-end interior finishes. No live comparable search performed.
Set on a private peninsula in coveted Avenel at Porters Neck, 1529 Portsmouth Place is a rare waterfront offering that balances everyday livability with serious coastal amenities. The two-story layout spans 3,442 square feet with three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths configured for comfortable single-floor primary living and generous guest/office space upstairs. The first-floor Great Room soars with a wood-burning fireplace (gas starter), built-ins and a wet bar with mini-fridge — a natural gathering point for evenings and entertaining. Adjacent, the kitchen features white oak cabinetry, abundant storage and sightlines to the water. A dedicated study on the main floor offers a coffered ceiling, gas-log fireplace, built-ins and a concealed safe—an ideal private office or library.
The primary suite on the main level is a well-appointed retreat with two walk-in closets, a jetted tub and a separate shower. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms, two full baths and a large loft with built-ins that can function as a media room, playroom, or easily convert to an additional bedroom. A sun porch with hurricane-rated windows captures panoramic Intracoastal views and leads to a back deck with a hot tub — perfect for sunrise coffee or evening sunsets over the water.
Boat owners will appreciate the included 24' boatslip with a 10,000-lb lift just steps away, providing immediate access to the Intracoastal Waterway for day trips to Figure Eight Island, Wrightsville Beach, or further coastal cruising. Practical, high-value systems include a 22kW generator, Fortified roof installed September 2024, central vacuum, whole-house water filtration, hurricane shutters and an 872-square-foot walk-in crawlspace with dehumidifiers — features that reduce owner anxiety and insurance friction for coastal living. Note: property uses well water and a septic system; inspection records recommended.
Tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac for privacy yet just minutes from Porters Neck shopping, restaurants and the bypass to Historic Downtown Wilmington, this home is a compelling choice for buyers seeking a turnkey waterfront property with durable upgrades and immediate boating access. Offered at $1,750,000 — a rare combination of location, systems upgrades and a private boatslip.
1529 Portsmouth Pl, Wilmington, NC 28411
Porters Neck is a well-established coastal enclave north of central Wilmington known for its marsh and Intracoastal frontage, quiet residential streets and proximity to Figure Eight Island and Wrightsville Beach. Avenel is a sought-after section with larger lots, mature landscaping and a boating-oriented lifestyle. The area attracts a mix of full-time residents, retirees and second-home buyers who prioritize water access and privacy while remaining minutes from shopping and dining corridors.
Excellent access to boating and coastal recreation — slip and lift provide direct Intracoastal access; beaches and estuarine trails are a short drive.
Porters Neck and Avenel sit at the upper tier of Wilmington’s coastal market. Waterfront inventory is limited, and properties with private slips/lifts carry a significant premium versus inland homes. Over the last year the broader Wilmington coastal market showed modest appreciation (~5–8% depending on product and location) and strong buyer interest for well-maintained turnkey waterfront homes. Luxury waterfront listings may see variable days on market because of a smaller buyer pool, but properly marketed homes with functional docks and recent resiliency improvements (like a Fortified roof and generator) frequently attract qualified, motivated buyers and can close near asking when priced correctly. This property’s combination of systems upgrades and boatslip make it well positioned in the current market.
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