What are gated communities in Coastal North Carolina?

Gated communities in Coastal North Carolina are secure, private neighborhoods with controlled access, often featuring amenities like golf courses, pools, fitness centers, and walking trails. They offer a sense of safety and exclusivity, making them popular for retirement and luxury living in areas like Brunswick County.

Why choose a gated community in Brunswick County NC?

Gated communities in Brunswick County, NC provide security, resort-style amenities, low-maintenance living, low taxes, and proximity to beaches, golf, and dining. They're ideal for retirees seeking a peaceful, active lifestyle with convenient access to Wilmington and Myrtle Beach.

What amenities are common in Coastal NC gated communities?

Common amenities in Coastal NC gated communities include 18-hole golf courses, indoor/outdoor pools, fitness & wellness centers, tennis/pickleball courts, walking/biking trails, clubhouses with dining, social events, and river or beach access — perfect for an active retirement lifestyle.

Are gated communities in Brunswick County good for retirement?

Yes — gated communities in Brunswick County offer low taxes, mild winters, resort amenities, and proximity to beaches and dining. They're popular for retirees seeking security, social activities, and a resort-like setting near Ocean Isle Beach and Sunset Beach.

How do taxes compare for gated communities in Coastal NC?

Brunswick County has low property taxes (0.342 per $100 valuation) and no state tax on Social Security or full exemptions for military/federal retirement income — offering significant savings compared to many other coastal areas for gated communities in Coastal NC.

What is the lifestyle like in gated communities in Coastal NC?

The lifestyle in gated communities in Coastal NC is relaxed and active, with golf, pools, fitness classes, social events, and proximity to beaches. It's ideal for retirees seeking security, community, and outdoor living near Wilmington and Myrtle Beach.

How close are gated communities in Brunswick County to beaches?

Gated communities in Brunswick County, NC are typically minutes from beaches like Holden Beach, Ocean Isle Beach, and Sunset Beach, with 15–20 minutes to North Myrtle Beach and 45 minutes to Wilmington for airports and healthcare.

What types of homes are in Coastal NC gated communities?

Coastal NC gated communities offer condos/townhomes ($200s–$400s) for low-maintenance living, single-family homes ($400K+) with golf/river views, and land lots for custom builds — ideal for retirement or second homes.

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Gated communities in Coastal North Carolina offer security, resort-style amenities, and a relaxed retirement lifestyle with easy access to beaches, golf, and dining. These neighborhoods provide privacy and a strong sense of community in Brunswick County. Suzanne Polino can help you find the right fit — give her a call today.

Brunswick Plantation

A gated golf community in Calabash with 27 holes, pools, fitness center, and clubhouse dining.

Popular for retirement with social events and easy access to beaches and Calabash seafood.

Ocean Ridge Plantation

Gated golf community with multiple courses, amenities, and retirement appeal near Sunset Beach.

Offers pools, fitness, trails, and social events for a serene coastal retirement.

Oyster Harbour

Gated community with riverfront views, amenities, and coastal access near Holden Beach.

Includes pools, fitness, boat ramp, and trails for a waterfront retirement lifestyle.

Palmetto Creek Plantation

Gated community with amenities, lakes, and retirement options near Calabash.

Features pools, fitness, trails, and river access for an active coastal retirement.

Porters Neck Plantation

Gated golf community with luxury amenities and coastal living near Wilmington.

Offers golf, pools, fitness, and trails for a premium retirement experience.

Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation

Gated golf community with river views, amenities, and retirement lifestyle near Shallotte.

Includes golf, pools, and river access for a scenic retirement.

Compass Pointe

Gated golf community in Leland with 18-hole course, pools, fitness, and river access.

Popular for retirement with social events and proximity to Wilmington and beaches.

Thistle Golf Club & Community

Gated golf community near Sunset Beach with an 18-hole course and coastal amenities.

Offers pools, fitness, trails, and a relaxed retirement lifestyle near beaches.

Winding River Plantation

Gated golf community in Calabash with amenities and retirement options near beaches.

Features golf, pools, fitness, and river access for a serene coastal retirement.

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