21 Island Drive, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 (MLS# 100604137)

21 Island Drive, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480

$2,249,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,818 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 4,661 Status: Pending with Showings

Current Price: $2,249,000 List Date: 9/17/2026 Last Modified: 9/23/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 21 Island Drive, a beautifully reimagined coastal retreat tucked within the sought-after enclave of South Harbor Island at Wrightsville Beach. Extensively renovated with a sophisticated eye for design, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence blends elevated finishes with the relaxed elegance of island living. From the moment you arrive, the home's connection to light and water is unmistakable. A stunning sunroom entry--framed by walls of glass--offers an immediate sense of place, overlooking the tranquil waters of Sunset Park. It's a space that invites slow mornings, evening unwinds, and a daily appreciation of the coastal setting. Inside, the home unfolds with a seamless, open-concept design that feels both expansive and intimate. Sunlight pours through oversized windows, illuminating warm-toned flooring, soft neutral textures, and thoughtfully curated finishes throughout. The main living area is anchored by a fireplace, yet flows effortlessly into multiple gathering space ... (Read more) Welcome to 21 Island Drive, a beautifully reimagined coastal retreat tucked within the sought-after enclave of South Harbor Island at Wrightsville Beach. Extensively renovated with a sophisticated eye for design, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence blends elevated finishes with the relaxed elegance of island living. From the moment you arrive, the home's connection to light and water is unmistakable. A stunning sunroom entry--framed by walls of glass--offers an immediate sense of place, overlooking the tranquil waters of Sunset Park. It's a space that invites slow mornings, evening unwinds, and a daily appreciation of the coastal setting. Inside, the home unfolds with a seamless, open-concept design that feels both expansive and intimate. Sunlight pours through oversized windows, illuminating warm-toned flooring, soft neutral textures, and thoughtfully curated finishes throughout. The main living area is anchored by a fireplace, yet flows effortlessly into multiple gathering spaces designed for both entertaining and everyday comfort. At the heart of the home, the designer kitchen delivers both presence and performance. Crisp custom cabinetry, a striking hood feature, statement lighting, and an oversized waterfall-edge island create a true focal point--equally suited for casual mornings or hosting a full house. The adjacent dining area continues the home's cohesive flow and is complemented by a beautifully appointed dry bar with refined countertops and backsplash. Function meets flexibility with an additional living space ideal for a media room, office, or relaxed lounge, along with a thoughtfully designed laundry area featuring custom cabinetry, folding station, and pantry storage. An updated powder room completes the main living level. The primary suite offers a private, light-filled retreat, carrying through the home's elevated coastal aesthetic. The ensuite bath showcases a tiled walk-in shower, dual vanity, custom closet cabinetry, and designer wallpaper that adds a distinctive, polished touch. Two additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests, while the home's layout--with two full baths and a well-placed half bath--supports both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Outdoors, the lifestyle continues on a spacious backyard deck surrounded by mature landscaping and a desirable corner setting. Whether hosting friends, dining al fresco, or simply enjoying the coastal air, the space is designed to extend living beyond the interior. Extensively renovated for both style and substance, the home also offers added peace of mind with major system updates--including the roof, windows, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC--all completed as part of the renovation. Positioned within South Harbor Island, this home places you just moments from everything that defines Wrightsville Beach--morning walks along the Loop, afternoons on the water, and evenings spent dining and exploring the vibrant local scene. Just steps from multiple neighborhood watefront parks and water access points, the setting invites an effortless coastal lifestyle--launch a paddleboard, unwind with sunset views over Mott's Channel, or cool off with a swim. The ocean is an easy bike ride from your door, with Wrightsville Beach's favorite restaurants, cafés, and gathering spots just moments away. It's the kind of location that makes every day feel like a getaway Refined, inviting, and effortlessly livable, 21 Island Drive is a rare opportunity to experience coastal living at its best--where every space is designed to capture light, connection, and the rhythm of life by the water.

Listing Details MLS# 100604137

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Delayed Marketing?: No
Marketing Start Date: 2026-09-17
Listing Price: 2249000
List Price/SqFt: 1237.07
Stipulation of Sale: Standard

Location Information

Street #: 21
Street Name: Island
Street Suffix: Drive
County: New Hanover
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28480
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: Wrightsville Beach
Subdivision: Shore Acres
Secondary Subdivision: N/A

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property: Eastwood Road/US-74 E toward Wrightsville Beach. Continue across the bridge toward Wrightsville Beach, then follow Causeway Drive. Turn onto Island Drive in Shore Acres. Continue to 21 Island Drive. Property will be on the left on the corner.
Sign on Property: Yes

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No
Lot Acres: 0.11
Lot SqFt: 4661
Lot Dimensions: 55x85
Waterfront: No
Waterview: Yes
Location Type: Island

Property Interior Info

SqFt - Heated (Primary): 1818
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 1818
# Rooms: 7
# Baths - Full: 2
# Baths - Half: Yes
# Baths - Total: 3
# Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
Stories Total: Yes
Fireplace Y/N: Yes

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 1956

More Information

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date: 2026-09-22

Entry Level Information

Entry Level: Yes

Property Features

Frontage Type: See Remarks View Type: Water Property Condition: Completed; Updated/Remodeled Construction: Wood Frame Exterior Features: Irrigation System Exterior Finish: Brick Veneer Fencing: Back Yard; Wood Foundation: Slab Parking Features: Concrete; On Site Patio and Porch Features: Deck Roof: Shingle Levels: One Lot Water Features: None Cooling: Central Air Heating: Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Electric Utilities: Water Connected Sewer: Municipal Sewer Water Source: Municipal Water Fireplace Features: Living Room; Wood Burning Interior Features: Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Kitchen Island; Master Downstairs; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-in Shower Laundry Features: Laundry Room Heated SqFt: 1800 - 1999 Dining Room Type: Combination; Kitchen Rooms: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Dining Room; Laundry; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Other; Sunroom Terms: Cash; Conventional

Room Information

Room Name	Length	Width	Remarks
Sunroom	14.00	7.50
Living Room	15.00	13.00
Dining Room	14.30	11.50
Other	13.50	10.50	Flex Space
Master Bedroom	13.70	11.00
Bedroom 2	13.00	11.00
Bedroom 3	11.00	11.00
Laundry	7.00	5.00

IDX

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

Last Updated: September - 23 - 2026

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