$5,750,000

8612 Bald Eagle Lane

Wilmington, NC, 28411

Listed 172 days ago

Hive MLSListed by Landmark Sotheby's International Realty

About this home

An extraordinarily rare offering along the Intracoastal Waterway in Wilmington. This private, high-bluff estate parcel of just under 1 1/2 acres presents an unparalleled opportunity to create a generational coastal legacy in an area of southeastern North Carolina steeped in rich history. Perfectly positioned to capture sweeping, unobstructed vistas, this remarkable homesite commands breathtaking sunrises and luminous moonrises over miles of pristine marshland- extending across Rich's Inlet to the shores of Figure Eight Island and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. Here, the rhythm of the coast defines daily life. Launch by boat from your doorstep, harvest oysters from your own shoreline, or fish for prized coastal species including red drum, speckled trout, flounder, and black drum. For those who appreciate the game, two premier, Tom Fazio-designed golf courses lie just minutes away, offering world-class play within effortless reach. 8612 Bald Eagle Lane possesses several characteristics that are exceptionally uncommon among waterfront properties along the Atlantic coast. The property offers elevated high-bluff topography approximately twenty-four feet above sea level, with expansive panoramic views. One of the property's most unusual attributes involves historically deeded submerged and navigable land ownership rights extending toward the Intracoastal Waterway. Such ownership differs substantially from ordinary waterfront ''access'' rights, community dock privileges, or easement-based pier access commonly found in coastal developments and NO HOA dues. The distance from the bluff edge to the property's frontage along the federal channel boundary of the Intracoastal Waterway reportedly ranges from approximately 220 to 255 feet, while the total distance from Bald Eagle Lane to the ICW frontage extends roughly 585 feet. A small island within the property's waterfront area offers both scenic and practical advantages. The island helps shelter the inland channel between the bluff and the deeper waters of the Intracoastal Waterway while also enhancing privacy and protecting portions of the shoreline from direct exposure. Historically documented ownership interests involving submerged or navigable lands are extraordinarily rare along both the eastern and western seaboards and typically arise only through unusual historical grants, deeds, legislative actions, or unique title circumstances. This is a statement property of rarity and distinction, where privacy, scale, and natural beauty converge to offer the ultimate setting for a bespoke waterfront estate.

Facts

Type
Residential Lot
Lot
1.33 acres
County
New Hanover
MLS #
100564910

Features

Outside

  • Deeded Waterfront
  • Navigable Water
  • ICW

Schools

Elementary
Porters Neck
Middle
Holly Shelter
High
Laney

As listed in the MLS. School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.

About 8612 Bald Eagle Lane

8612 Bald Eagle Lane is a lot, on 1.33 acres, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28411.

It has been on the market for 173 days.

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Questions about 8612 Bald Eagle Lane

How much is 8612 Bald Eagle Lane?

8612 Bald Eagle Lane is listed at $5,750,000 as of September 23, 2026. Status: for sale.

How long has 8612 Bald Eagle Lane been on the market?

173 days.

Is 8612 Bald Eagle Lane waterfront?

Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.

Who is the listing broker for 8612 Bald Eagle Lane?

Landmark Sotheby's International Realty (MLS #100564910). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.

Can I tour 8612 Bald Eagle Lane?

Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.

Listing provided by Landmark Sotheby's International Realty via Hive MLS.