Oak Island Land for Sale

Welcome to Oak Island, North Carolina—an idyllic coastal gem nestled in Brunswick County. Known for its stunning sandy beaches, serene natural landscapes, and vibrant community spirit, Oak Island offers a unique blend of relaxation and adventure. Whether you’re seeking a laid-back lifestyle or an active outdoor experience, this charming town has something for everyone.

With its rich history and welcoming atmosphere, Oak Island is perfect for families, retirees, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Imagine waking up to the sound of waves crashing against the shore, enjoying morning walks along the beach, and indulging in fresh seafood from local eateries. The area is also home to beautiful parks, scenic fishing spots, and numerous recreational activities, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and biking along picturesque trails.

For those interested in investing in their own slice of paradise, we have exciting land for sale in Oak Island. This prime real estate opportunity allows you to build your dream home or vacation retreat, all while being just moments away from the stunning coastline. With a variety of lots available, you can choose the perfect setting that suits your lifestyle, whether it’s a quiet, wooded area or a spot with breathtaking ocean views.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this enchanting community. Explore the possibilities that Oak Island has to offer and take the first step towards making your coastal living dreams a reality. Your perfect piece of land awaits!

Newest Oak Island Land for Sale

$270,000

100607000 MLS

One of the Last Vacant Lots on NE 12th Street! Don't miss this prime East End opportunity to build your coastal paradise on Oak Island. Unbeatably located for both convenience and lifestyle: Easy Access: Quick connectivity via the nearby Middleton Bridge and newly completed Hwy 211 main road upgrades, putting mainland grocery stores and everyday essentials just minutes away. Park, Beach & Fishing Access: Steps from Veterans Park, where you can unwind on the swings, take in sweeping views of coastal wildlife, watch passing boats, and enjoy wetting a line along the ICW. Reaching the beach walkover at SE 9th Street is effortless by golf cart, bicycle, or vehicle. Anglers will love the immediate access to best-in-class inshore fishing along the ICW and premier surf fishing right off the beach. Photographer's Paradise: An absolute dream location for photography lovers! The scenic stretches along the ICW at Veterans Park and the oceanfront beach offer incredible backdrops for action shots, coastal wildlife, and stunning sunrise and sunset photography. Island Dining & Getting Around: Enjoy wonderful local restaurants across the island, all easily accessible by golf cart, bike, or a scenic drive down E Yacht Drive. Plus, the quiet surrounding back roads provide plenty of peaceful routes for daily walks to easily get your steps in. Whether you're a fisherman, beach lover, boater, photographer, or outdoor walker, this central location puts the best of island living right at your doorstep. Ideal for a primary residence, secondary home, vacation retreat, or investment property.

136 Ne 12th St, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: John Rabon () from Listing Office: Intracoastal Realty Corporation.

$520,000

100605677 MLS

Rare opportunity to own an oversized 0.3-acre wooded double lot tucked between the Intracoastal Waterway and the beautiful beaches of Oak Island, NC! Skip the constraints of a narrow beach lot and enjoy approximately twice the space of a typical 0.15-acre island lot. The wider building envelope opens the door to possibilities for a spacious coastal home, wraparound porches, a private pool, detached golf cart garage, boat storage, and outdoor living beneath a canopy of mature trees. Currently combined as one parcel, the property offers exciting flexibility for the future. Subject to applicable zoning, subdivision, and permitting requirements, explore the possibility of dividing the property back into two buildable lots--build on one and sell the other, create neighboring homes for family and friends, or enjoy the extra space for your own private coastal retreat. The location is hard to beat. You'll be just a 3 minute drive to the Atlantic Ocean, close to the Intracoastal Waterway and 55th Street public boat launch, and convenient to the shops, restaurants, and everyday amenities along East Oak Island Drive. Oak Island offers the coastal lifestyle people come here to enjoy--miles of beaches, boating and fishing, two fishing piers, public beach accesses, parks, seasonal farmers markets, free outdoor concerts, a splash pad and playground, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball, scenic walking trails, a skate park, and baseball and softball fields. Whether you're dreaming of a primary residence, vacation retreat, investment opportunity, or family compound, this rare double lot provides the space and flexibility to bring your vision to life. Build your Oak Island dream from the ground up!

Lot 13-14 68th, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jessica Daniel () from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage.

$239,900

100605181 MLS

250CG054 - 0.53 acres An exceptional residential development opportunity is now available in Oak Island, North Carolina. Conveniently located on Elizabeth Drive. On the Intracoastal side of the Island. § 160A-269. Negotiated offer, advertisement, and upset bids. A city may receive, solicit, or negotiate an offer to purchase property and advertise it for upset bids. When an offer is made and the council proposes to accept it, the council shall require the offeror to deposit five percent (5%) of his bid with the city clerk, and shall publish a notice of the offer. The notice shall contain a general description of the property, the amount and terms of the offer, and a notice that within 10 days any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder. When a bid is raised, the bidder shall deposit with the city clerk five percent (5%) of the increased bid, and the clerk shall re-advertise the offer at the increased bid. This procedure shall be repeated until no further qualifying upset bids are received, at which time the council may accept the offer and sell the property to the highest bidder. The council may at any time reject any and all offers.isted deadline. Step 1: Submit a Written Offer To begin the process, please submit a written offer via email to mgreene@marccom.com, kjackson@oakislandnc.gov, and lstites@oakislandnc.gov - Subject Line: Offer for 250CG056 & 250CG054 - Required Terms: Purchase price, closing period, and proof of funds. - Note: This initial offer acts as a Letter of Intent and is not a formal contract. Step 2: Town Council Review The Town Council must vote to ''propose to accept'' the initial offer. This review will take place at either the next regularly scheduled meeting or a specially called session. Prospective bidders should understand that bids will be discussed in open session, and the Council will decide in open session whether to accept a offer or not. Step 3: Deposit and Upset Bid Process If the council proposes to accept your offer, you must deposit 5% of the bid amount with the Town Clerk. The clerk will then publish a public notice of the offer pursuant to NC General Statute § 160A-269, which officially opens the 10-day upset bid process. Pursuant to statute, the town holds the deposit. Step 4: Final Approval and Contract Once the upset bid period closes and the final high bidder is determined, the Town Council will pass a resolution authorizing the Town Manager to work with Marguerite Greene (C21 Collective) to execute the formal purchase contract. Step 1: Make an Initial Offer You submit a formal ''Offer to Purchase'' directly to the town for a specific piece of property. Step 2: Town Review & Earnest Money If the town board is interested in your offer, they will pass a resolution to accept it conditionally. You must place a 5% deposit (bid bond or cash deposit) with the town clerk to secure your position while the public bidding period opens. Step 3: The 10-Day Public Challenge Period The town advertises your offer to the public. Other buyers now have 10 days to outbid you. To beat your offer, a competing buyer must submit a ''qualifying upset bid'' This new bid must beat yours by at least 10% of the first $1,000 plus 5% of the remaining balance. They must also submit their own 5% deposit. while the public bidding period opens. Step 4: Winning the Property If no one outbids you within those 10 days, the town board officially awards the property to you. If someone does outbid you, the 10-day clock resets. The advertising process repeats for the new highest bid. This cycle continues until a 10-day period passes with no new higher bids. If you are outbid and choose not to counter-offer, your 5% deposit is safely returned to you. Elizabeth Drive serves as a critical, scenic parallel route to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). No HOA Restrictions

288 Elizabeth Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Marguerite S Greene () from Listing Office: Century 21 Collective.

$239,900

100605176 MLS

250CG056 - 0.64 Acres An exceptional residential development opportunity is now available in Oak Island, North Carolina. Conveniently located on Elizabeth Drive. On the Intracoastal side of the Island. § 160A-269. Negotiated offer, advertisement, and upset bids. A city may receive, solicit, or negotiate an offer to purchase property and advertise it for upset bids. When an offer is made and the council proposes to accept it, the council shall require the offeror to deposit five percent (5%) of his bid with the city clerk, and shall publish a notice of the offer. The notice shall contain a general description of the property, the amount and terms of the offer, and a notice that within 10 days any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder. When a bid is raised, the bidder shall deposit with the city clerk five percent (5%) of the increased bid, and the clerk shall re-advertise the offer at the increased bid. This procedure shall be repeated until no further qualifying upset bids are received, at which time the council may accept the offer and sell the property to the highest bidder. The council may at any time reject any and all offers.isted deadline. Step 1: Submit a Written Offer To begin the process, please submit a written offer via email to mgreene@marccom.com, kjackson@oakislandnc.gov, and lstites@oakislandnc.gov - Subject Line: Offer for 250CG056 & 250CG054 - Required Terms: Purchase price, closing period, and proof of funds. - Note: This initial offer acts as a Letter of Intent and is not a formal contract. Step 2: Town Council Review The Town Council must vote to ''propose to accept'' the initial offer. This review will take place at either the next regularly scheduled meeting or a specially called session. Prospective bidders should understand that bids will be discussed in open session, and the Council will decide in open session whether to accept a offer or not. Step 3: Deposit and Upset Bid Process If the council proposes to accept your offer, you must deposit 5% of the bid amount with the Town Clerk. The clerk will then publish a public notice of the offer pursuant to NC General Statute § 160A-269, which officially opens the 10-day upset bid process. Pursuant to statute, the town holds the deposit. Step 4: Final Approval and Contract Once the upset bid period closes and the final high bidder is determined, the Town Council will pass a resolution authorizing the Town Manager to work with Marguerite Greene (C21 Collective) to execute the formal purchase contract. Step 1: Make an Initial Offer You submit a formal ''Offer to Purchase'' directly to the town for a specific piece of property. Step 2: Town Review & Earnest Money If the town board is interested in your offer, they will pass a resolution to accept it conditionally. You must place a 5% deposit (bid bond or cash deposit) with the town clerk to secure your position while the public bidding period opens. Step 3: The 10-Day Public Challenge Period The town advertises your offer to the public. Other buyers now have 10 days to outbid you. To beat your offer, a competing buyer must submit a ''qualifying upset bid'' This new bid must beat yours by at least 10% of the first $1,000 plus 5% of the remaining balance. They must also submit their own 5% deposit. while the public bidding period opens. Step 4: Winning the Property If no one outbids you within those 10 days, the town board officially awards the property to you. If someone does outbid you, the 10-day clock resets. The advertising process repeats for the new highest bid. This cycle continues until a 10-day period passes with no new higher bids. If you are outbid and choose not to counter-offer, your 5% deposit is safely returned to you. Elizabeth Drive serves as a critical, scenic parallel route to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). No HOA Restrictions

284 Elizabeth Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Marguerite S Greene () from Listing Office: Century 21 Collective.

$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..

$249,900

100601878 MLS

Build Your Dream Beach Home on Oak Island! Discover the perfect opportunity to bring your coastal vision to life on this spacious homesite in a peaceful, established neighborhood. Surrounded by a friendly community and just minutes from the beach and Intracoastal Waterway, this property offers the ideal setting for your future coastal retreat. Imagine starting your mornings with salty breezes, spending afternoons at the beach, fishing or boating, and ending the day with beautiful coastal sunsets. Enjoy convenient access to community recreation, including parks, playgrounds, tennis courts, and local gathering spaces, while still being close to the restaurants, shopping, and everyday amenities you need. The sewer assessment has already been paid, providing added value and peace of mind as you plan your future home. Whether you're dreaming of a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or coastal investment, this is your chance to create the beach home you've always wanted in a well-loved Oak Island community. Conveniently located within an easy drive of both Wilmington and Myrtle Beach. Bring your plans, bring your vision, and take advantage of this opportunity to build your own piece of the Oak Island lifestyle!

115 Ne 5th St, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Scott A Earp () from Listing Office: Art Skipper Realty Inc..

$799,000

100600002 MLS

A rare opportunity to build your custom home on this oceanfront site located on Oak Island. All necessary preparations are already in place. This homesite offers more than an incredible coastal setting--it offers the peace of mind that comes with extensive due diligence already completed, including environmental studies and a letter from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers confirming no wetlands jurisdiction. The property also benefits from the Town of Oak Island's recent 2025/2026 beach nourishment project, adding to the long-term stewardship of this treasured stretch of coastline. Years of meticulous landscaping and dune maintenance by current owner have created thick, established vegetation throughout the dunes, providing a beautiful natural buffer while enhancing the property's coastal character. The previous building envelope reflected a 46' x 34' buildable footprint, not including decks, there's flexibility to create the oceanfront home you've envisioned--whether a private coastal retreat, vacation rental investment, or both. Buyers are advised to conduct their own survey to confirm building envelope. And the location makes enjoying Oak Island effortless. Spend the morning on the beach, then walk, bike, or take your golf cart to Middleton Park, local shops, restaurants, parks, and, of course, everyone's favorite--ice cream! Oceanfront homesites are rare. A property with this level of preparation, established dune vegetation, and convenient access to the heart of Oak Island is even harder to find.

5211 E Beach Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Hank Troscianiec & Associates () from Listing Office: Keller Williams Innovate-OKI.

$265,000

100599888 MLS

Build Your Dream Beach Home on Oak Island! Bring your coastal vision to life on this partially cleared .17-acre lot, perfectly situated on a direct beach access street in beautiful Oak Island, NC. Whether you're dreaming of a relaxing beach retreat, vacation getaway, or investment property, this location offers plenty of possibilities for your custom coastal home. Enjoy the convenience of being just moments from the beach while also being close to some of Oak Island's favorite local coffee shops, restaurants, entertainment, and the Oak Island Pier. This property provides multiple options to explore when designing and building your ideal beach home. Prime location + beach access + endless coastal possibilities = the perfect opportunity to own your piece of Oak Island!

115 Ne 79th St, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Mandy Lankford () from Listing Office: Island Life Real Estate, LLC.

$265,000

100599861 MLS

Rare Island opportunity to purchase a cleared & ready homesite on a street with beach access directly down the street on SE 20th. Imagine building your dream home and taking evening strolls to watch the sunset views over the ocean. Building lots are limited on the Island and this one has been cleared & construction drive & silt fence installed. The sewer assessment is also Paid. This is a high demand location and is expected to sell quickly. Do not delay; make this YOURS right away! The Town of Oak Island offers numerous amenities such as ampitheatre, golf, tennis, pickleball, basketball, picnic area, boat launches, public docks and water accesses yet no HOA fees!

107 Ne 20th St, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Kim Skipper Anderson () from Listing Office: Art Skipper Realty Inc..

$217,000

100599685 MLS

Build your coastal dream on this undeveloped .15-acre lot located on NE 18th Street in beautiful Oak Island, NC! This property offers an excellent opportunity to create your ideal beach getaway, primary residence, or investment property. Enjoy all that Oak Island has to offer, including nearby beaches, boating, fishing, golf, local dining, shopping, and more. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of the North Carolina coast and start planning your future at the beach!

142 Ne 18th St, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Zack Bryant Team () from Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties.

$244,000

100599359 MLS

Build your coastal retreat on this approximately 0.16-acre residential lot located on NE 5th Street in Oak Island. Measuring approximately 55' x 120' and zoned R-6, this homesite is well suited for a primary residence, second home, or investment property. Enjoy convenient access on and off the island via Middleton Avenue, along with nearby public beach access, the Intracoastal Waterway, Veterans Park, local dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation. Municipal water and sewer are available in the area.

149 Ne 5th St, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Craig Tribus () from Listing Office: Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC.

$1,099,900

100598287 MLS

Rare water front opportunity in Kings Lynn area of Oak Island. Enjoy the convenience of owning right on the water. Build your private pier and boat dock, with quick access to the ICW and ocean via the Lockwood Folly Inlet. This property has some of the best long range views that you will find on any eastern shoreline. What a jewel to build on. This lot is perfect for a 2nd home or a great investment property opportunity. Beach access is just at the end of 69th St close to this property so you will enjoy easy access to the ocean as well. Do not miss out on this Rare opportunity to own a true piece of paradise.

6616 Kings Lynn Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: John G Hamilton () from Listing Office: Better Beach Sales & Rentals, Inc..

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