3318 W Dolphin Dr, Oak Island, NC 28465

This rare West End parcel at 3318 W Dolphin Drive offers the kind of maritime setting most buyers search for: a 50 x 150 ft, 0.17-acre marsh-front lot with direct views across Montgomery Slough and just a short stroll to the Atlantic shoreline. Cleared/partial topography and 50 feet of street frontage present a straightforward canvas for a custom single-family residence designed to capture both marsh and ocean glimpses.

Utilities are in place at the street — public water, municipal sewer, and electric are available — and the lot is zoned OK-R-7 for single-family residential use. These practical advantages, combined with the site’s immediate proximity to tidal waters and public water access to the Intracoastal (approximately 0.5 miles), make this property particularly appealing to buyers who value fishing, boating, and an outdoor coastal lifestyle.

Financially, the parcel is offered as part of a court-ordered sale at $480,000. The assessed land value for 2025 is $320,000 with annual property taxes of $2,464. Recent nearby sales and current market analysis place fair market expectations for similar marsh-front lots in the $450,000–$500,000 range; an adjacent lot with comparable dimensions and features recently sold under similar circumstances. Buyers should note potential environmental and permitting considerations for marsh-front construction and are encouraged to verify setback and build requirements with the Town of Oak Island.

Living here means being steps from sand and saltwater: Atlantic Ocean beach access is roughly 0.1 miles away, Montgomery Slough brushes the property edge, and the Intracoastal Waterway sits conveniently close for weekend boat outings. Oak Island’s West End combines quiet residential streets with direct access to coastal recreation, while Southport Elementary (highly rated) serves the neighborhood; middle and high school options are part of Brunswick County Schools. This is an opportunity to build a thoughtfully sited coastal home where tidal marsh vistas meet easy beach access.

Oak Island’s West End is defined by tidal marshes, quiet residential streets, and easy access to both the Atlantic shoreline and the Intracoastal Waterway. Residents enjoy a low-key coastal lifestyle centered on boating, fishing, and beach time; nearby public water access points make day trips to the ICW simple. The neighborhood benefits from strong elementary school ratings, while island amenities and Southport’s shops and dining are a short drive away. West End appeals to buyers seeking a relaxed seaside community with authentic coastal character.