Oak Island Homes with Bulkhead Waterfront Features

Welcome to Oak Island, North Carolina—a hidden gem nestled in Brunswick County that perfectly blends coastal charm with a laid-back lifestyle. Known for its stunning beaches, Oak Island offers a unique blend of natural beauty and vibrant community spirit. Whether you're strolling along the pristine shoreline or enjoying a sunset from one of the many scenic parks, this town is a haven for those seeking tranquility and adventure alike.

One of the most enticing features of Oak Island real estate is the availability of homes with bulkhead waterfront access. Imagine waking up to the gentle sound of waves lapping against your private bulkhead, where fishing, kayaking, and boating are just steps from your back door. These waterfront properties not only provide breathtaking views but also an unparalleled lifestyle—perfect for families, retirees, or anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

The bulkhead waterfront homes in Oak Island are designed to maximize the coastal experience, featuring spacious decks, modern amenities, and easy access to the water. With the Atlantic Ocean as your playground, you can indulge in various water activities, from paddleboarding to dolphin watching.

Beyond the homes, the community of Oak Island boasts an array of local shops, delightful eateries, and a welcoming atmosphere. With a strong sense of community and a focus on outdoor living, Oak Island is more than just a place to live—it's a lifestyle. Come discover your dream waterfront home in Oak Island, where every day feels like a vacation!

Newest Oak Island Homes with Bulkhead Waterfront Features

$1,000,000

100603288 MLS

Beautiful homesite on Prime CORNER LOT on the ICW with stunning views! This lot sits high in the X Flood Zone with a NEW Bulkhead. 60' x 233' footprint allows plenty of space to build your dream home, add a pier, boathouse, boat lift creating a fisherman's dream or simply spend the day on the water cruising and enjoying the beauty. Bring your own builder and build the house of your dreams where the sunsets and sunrises are amazing, watch the boats go by, the dolphins or simply relax and enjoy all of nature's beauty. You are located so close to the beach on the Atlantic Ocean. Spend the day soaking up the sunshine, feeling the ocean breeze or going shopping, out to eat at the numerous restaurants, or listen to live music or entertainment at so many places. You don't want to miss this opportunity to live on Oak Island. Historical Southport is only 15 minutes away, 45 minutes to Myrtle Beach or Wilmington.

408 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Kathy A MacNish () from Listing Office: Margaret Rudd Assoc/O.I..

$2,399,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 100583273 MLS

Experience the very best of coastal waterfront living along the Intracoastal Waterway on beautiful Oak Island. Perfectly positioned in the 1600 block of E Yacht Drive, this custom-built residence offers breathtaking water views, exceptional craftsmanship, and the boating lifestyle so many dream about. Designed to maximize both comfort and scenery, the home welcomes you with rich hardwood flooring, an elevator servicing all levels, and an open-concept floor plan filled with natural light. The spacious great room features a wall of windows framing panoramic Intracoastal views, creating a stunning backdrop for everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is equally impressive, offering custom cabinetry, recycled glass countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and a large center island where family and friends naturally gather. Just beyond, expansive waterfront decks invite you to enjoy morning coffee, evening sunsets, and the ever-changing parade of boats along the waterway. The primary suite serves as a private retreat overlooking the water, complete with deck access, dual vanities, a custom tiled shower, generous walk-in closet, and separate water closet. A second guest suite with private bath is also located on the main living level. Upstairs, two additional guest suites each enjoy their own private baths, while a spacious loft with a convenient wet bar creates the perfect space for a media room, home office, or additional gathering area. Just off the loft, a charming bunk room provides extra sleeping accommodations for family and guests, making this home ideal for hosting large gatherings and creating lasting coastal memories. Outside, the coastal lifestyle truly comes alive. A paver pathway leads through beautifully landscaped grounds past a patio and outdoor grilling area. The property is protected by a bulkhead and features a private dock with boat lift, providing direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and beyond. Whether casting a fishing line, watching sailboats drift by, or heading out for a day on the water, this home was designed to embrace life at the coast. For buyers seeking a turnkey opportunity, most furnishings and the boat may be purchased, making it even easier to begin enjoying Oak Island from day one.

1606 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Robert Carroll () from Listing Office: RE/MAX Southern Coast.

$2,000,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100573179 MLS

The lifestyle you deserve awaits you in this waterway home. Magnificent water views as far as the eye can see. This perfect 5-bedroom and 2.5-bath residence features an elevator on every floor. The home is appointed with hardwood floors and granite counters. Two deep water boat docks with 10,000 lb and 5000 lb power lifts to get you out on the water. Sprawling porches provide wonderful entertainment areas and magnificent sunsets. The lower level is a must-see, over 1,100 sq ft of a conditioned workshop (not included in heated sq footage). This home has interior stairs from bottom to top! This is a lifetime opportunity to acquire a home with giant live oaks, quiet sunsets shimmering off the water, and peace of mind. Your life as you imagined it.

115 Sw Yacht Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jim C Goodman () from Listing Office: Margaret Rudd Assoc/O.I..

$1,015,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100569220 MLS

Price Improvement, motivated seller! Experience the best of coastal living in this stunning ICW-front home on Oak Island, built in 2023 and designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Perfectly positioned to capture expansive marsh views and offering direct beach access, this elevated piling home blends modern comfort with laid-back coastal charm. The ground level is thoughtfully designed with 14' clearance--ideal for RV and boat parking--complete with a 50-amp plug, and an additional 30-amp service. Entertain with ease around the 12x23 heated/cooled saltwater pool overlooking the water and featuring a step-down fire pit area. A 12x24 storage shed, outdoor shower, and hose reel add convenience and functionality. Upstairs, the home welcomes you with a spacious front porch and an open-concept layout that immediately draws your eye to sweeping ICW views. The living, dining, and kitchen areas flow seamlessly together, creating an inviting space filled with natural light. The kitchen features beautiful countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a generous dining area perfect for hosting. Step onto the screened porch--complete with turf flooring and ceiling fans--for year-round enjoyment of the coastal breeze. The primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with a walk-in tile shower and large walk-in closet. Coastal-inspired finishes and colors throughout enhance the home's airy, beachside feel. Additional highlights include an on-demand gas water heater and thoughtfully designed spaces that make this home ideal as a primary residence, second home, or investment property. A rare opportunity to own a newer construction waterfront home with exceptional outdoor living and direct access to everything Oak Island has to offer.

7202 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Julie A Popichak () from Listing Office: Southern Realty Advantage LLC.

$1,375,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100564811 MLS

Rarely does a waterfront property of this caliber become available on Oak Island. Nestled in one of the island's most secluded and sought-after neighborhoods, this fully renovated home sits on an oversized south-facing lot just a 10-minute golf cart ride to the beach. Enjoy panoramic 180-degree views of the Davis Canal and Montgomery Slough, with breathtaking sunrise and sunset views. Boaters will love the private dock, 10,000-pound boat lift, boathouse, bulkhead, and quick access to the Intracoastal Waterway. This turnkey 3-bedroom, 3-bath home features cherry hardwood floors, plantation shutters, recessed lighting, a gourmet kitchen with dolomite countertops and gas cooktop, and a spacious living area with a wood-burning fireplace. Every bedroom offers water views, including the luxurious primary suite with dual walk-in closets, spa-inspired bath, and private deck access. Additional features include a wraparound waterfront deck, fortified metal roof, two Trane coastal HVAC systems (2023), and a 3-bay garage with dedicated golf cart storage. An exceptional opportunity to own one of Oak Island's premier waterfront homes, offering luxury, privacy, and the very best of coastal living.

103 E Island Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The Donatelli Group () from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage.

$379,900

100558934 MLS

Looking for a perfect lot to build your dream home ? This level lot sits on the canal boasting beautiful oak trees. Enjoy the serene setting on a dead end street. Bulkhead is in place for this large deep lot with a great water view ! Although a quiet setting, you are just minutes away from the beach, grocery stores, restaurants and more. Sewer assessment already paid! Don't miss out on this rare find on Oak Island!!

121 Sw 13th St, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Elizabeth Barlow Gray () from Listing Office: Coastal Lights Realty.

$409,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100551313 MLS ⋅ Dutchman Creek Villas BLDG.

Welcome to Dutchman Creek Villas, a premier waterfront condo community in Oak Island, NC, where coastal living meets everyday comfort. This bright & airy second floor end unit showcases sweeping Dutchman Creek views & includes deeded boat slip #36 on the Intracoastal Waterway--your private launch point for effortless boating, fishing, & sunset cruising. Recent upgrades deliver modern peace of mind: a new HVAC system outside, & inside, a beautifully updated kitchen featuring upgraded countertops, contemporary appliances, & stylish new flooring. It's the ideal space to prepare a coastal inspired meal after a day on the water. Step outside & you're instantly surrounded by the best of Oak Island's coastal lifestyle--salty breezes, passing boats, & your private marina just steps away. The community offers two sparkling pools, a welcoming clubhouse, a private island, & an expansive boardwalk perfect for evening strolls & nature watching. Your boat slip is fully equipped with water, power, & a fish cleaning station, making every outing seamless. Prefer to stay on land? The slip also provides excellent income potential through leasing. Located in the heart of Oak Island, you're moments from the public boat ramp, nature center, local shops, restaurants, & sandy beach access. The gated community includes secure parking & covers all exterior maintenance, ensuring a truly carefree lifestyle. Beyond the gates, Oak Island offers endless recreation--concerts in the park, golf, tennis, a splash pad, dog park, picnic areas, & multiple boat launches. Water lovers will appreciate easy access to public docks & waterways, while golfers can enjoy Oak Island Golf Course before grabbing a bite at Duffers. Just minutes away, historic downtown Southport invites you to explore charming shops, waterfront dining, & postcard worthy sunset views.

5400 E Yacht Dr Unit A2, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: London Scialdone () from Listing Office: Southern Realty Advantage LLC.

$2,480,000

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100508979 MLS

What are you looking for in your next coastal home? The Perfect Primary Residence? The Luxurious 2nd Home? A Boater's Paradise? BRAND NEW DOCK coming Summer2026! An Investor's Dream? (Rental Projection-$190k) The home located at 6008 W Beach Drive, Oak Island, NC is all of these and so much more! The recently remodeled and professionally designed fully-furnished home of your dreams that effortlessly combines the warmth of home, and your heart with endless views of the sea, canal, and Intracoastal Waterway is currently awaiting your arrival. You can no longer build or expand to this much square footage on Oak Island. Opportunities to find a home on OKI with over 5,000 sq ft do not come along often! Need more bedrooms or want to increase rental potential? This home offers opportunities to add more bedrooms without compromising space! Just like the famous quote: ''At the beach, Life is different...we live by the currents, plan by the tides, and follow the sun.'' As you follow the sun to West Beach on Oak Island and arrive at the home famously known to the locals as ''Copacetic,'' you will be in awe of this 5113 sq ft waterfront home with its own private dock with boat lift that is ready and waiting to help you begin creating your treasured beach memories. Your new waterfront home is where modernistic and classic coastal style collide! This fully furnished and professionally styled 6 bedroom/4 bathroom stunning home with its state-of-the-art architecture with exquisite engineering and design offers beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean, Canals, Marsh, or the Intracoastal Waterway from almost every room in the home. While this home was designed to embrace large views and large gatherings, there are still plenty of private spaces to go and quiet your mind as you listen to the crashing waves and allow your mind to wander in nature. As you enter the ground floor, you may choose to take your elevator or your grand stairwell to the first level of your new home. On this level, you will find a large living room/media room/game room complete with a pool table, a large primary suite, and gracious guest room. There is an abundance of closet and storage space on this level as well. As you make your way to the second level of your next home, be prepared for the WOW factor! It is here that you will find exactly what you have been searching for all this time! This level provides you with another ensuite with private deck, another large bathroom, 3 additional guest rooms, an oversized open-concept living area with a Chef's Kitchen, grand dining room with a table that currently can accommodate 14 people, an expansive living room, large pantry, and an abundance of closets and storage space. Your new Kitchen, Living and Dining rooms are anchored by the most divine water views that you have ever seen. This space offers the perfect place for those large family gatherings. You can enjoy your low country boil as there will be a seat for everyone or grab your friends and enjoy ''docktails' on your private dock. A few of the recent updates include, new furniture, new artwork, decor and accessories, new lighting, new flooring, new interior paint, new vanities and mirrors in two of the bathrooms, renovated bathrooms, new bedding and pillows, new hardware throughout the home, and so much more. A detailed list can be provided upon request. This carefully designed and thoughtfully appointed home is a coastal dream. All of the work has been done, so that you can relax and enjoy the good beach life! Some of the most enchanting things about ''Copacetic,'' are the quiet places to escape for that cup of coffee or your favorite beverage. You may choose to sit in the swing and feel the cool breeze with the sounds of the swaying palms, or you may want to take a nap on your screened-in porch as the sounds of the boats passing by makes you dream of that ''big catch'' or you may choose to work on that summer tan on your large upper deck. While these areas are perfect for daytime, the magic can linger late into the evening as you dance under the moonlight of the Carolina sky. Oak Island is a south facing beach, so get ready for the most glorious sunrises and sunsets. It's time to live your best life! Your new home at 6008 W Beach is where you will find your peace within! With the big blue sky above you, the sand below you, and the Atlantic Ocean near you, your seaside home is waiting for you to come home! If you choose to share this piece of heaven with others, Copacetic has a strong rental history that we are happy to share. Keep in mind that the new renovations and addition of the boat lift have increased rental potential. There is a reason that Oak Island was recently named one of the "Top Ten Beach Towns" by Coastal Living Magazine. If you dare to leave your safe haven, you will love all the fun that awaits you on the island! In the mood for a concert in the park? Make your way to Middleton Park and have a picnic while you enjoy the Oak Island Summer Concert Series. Oak Island also offers tennis/pickleball courts, restaurants, breweries, cute coffee and ice cream shops, grocery stores, boutiques, a splashpad, skate park, and so much more! Oak Island is known for its golden sand beaches, blue waters, friendly community, and its close proximity to the Historic Cities of Southport, NC, Wilmington, NC, and Myrtle Beach, SC. The island life on Oak Island is like no other! There are many wonderful attractions, and parks on the island. There is also an abundance of all things adventurous to do while enjoying the island life! Skydiving or Helicopter Tour anyone? You are just a short distance to the Cape Fear Regional Jetport, OKI Lighthouse, and OKI Golf Club! What are you waiting for? Don't dream your life! Live your dreams!

6008 W Beach Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Kathy Ross () from Listing Office: Palm Realty, Inc..

Start Your Search

Provided courtesy of The Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®. Information Deemed Reliable but Not Guaranteed. Copyright 2026 of the Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS® MLS. All rights reserved. Information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use, that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

Copyright 2026 NCRMLS. All rights reserved. North Carolina Regional Multiple Listing Service, (NCRMLS), provides content displayed here (“provided content”) on an “as is” basis and makes no representations or warranties regarding the provided content, including, but not limited to those of non-infringement, timeliness, accuracy, or completeness. Individuals and companies using information presented are responsible for verification and validation of information they utilize and present to their customers and clients. NCRMLS will not be liable for any damage or loss resulting from use of the provided content or the products available through Portals, IDX, VOW, and/or Syndication. Recipients of this information shall not resell, redistribute, reproduce, modify, or otherwise copy any portion thereof without the expressed written consent of NCRMLS.