About this home
Welcome to 8816 Sawmill Road in Bishops Park, where spacious living comes with deeded access to the Intracoastal Waterway. Offering approximately 3,500 square feet, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features an updated kitchen with new cabinetry and quartz countertops, a sunroom just off the kitchen, flexible upstairs living space, and a wood deck for enjoying the outdoors. Recent improvements include a 2018 roof, a whole-house generator installed in 2020, electric hurricane shutters, fresh interior paint in most rooms, new carpet, and updated fans and light fixtures. A plumber has also verified that the home does not have polybutylene piping. Deeded water rights provide access to a private boat ramp, dock, and picnic area along the Intracoastal Waterway. With generous living space, practical upgrades, and a place to launch your next day on the water, this home offers a distinctive coastal Wilmington lifestyle.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1999
- Lot
- 0.35 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $1,040 / annually
- Community
- Porters Neck Plantation
- County
- New Hanover
- MLS #
- 100606629
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Entrance Foyer
- Kitchen Island
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Pantry
- Blinds/Shades
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Tile
- Hardwood
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Disposal
Outside
- Shutters - Board/Hurricane
- None
Parking
- Paved
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- Porters Neck
- Middle
- Holly Shelter
- High
- Laney
As listed in the MLS (New Hanover). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
Monthly payment estimate
$5,968/mo
- Principal & interest (30-yr fixed)$5,645
- Property taxes (2025 bill)$236
- HOA dues$87
If rates move: at 7.53% this payment is about $287 more a month; at 6.53% about $281 less.
Estimate only. Rate is the national 30-year average (7.03% as of Sep 24, 2026, Freddie Mac); your rate depends on your lender. Homeowners and flood insurance aren't included — on the coast they vary a lot by house, so get a quote early.
Recent sales like this in Porters Neck Plantation
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 323 Grayhawk Circle, Wilmington | Sep 8, 2026 | 4 / 4 | 3,236 | $885,000 | $273 |
| 8233 Sage Valley Drive, Wilmington | Aug 13, 2026 | 5 / 4 | 2,962 | $810,000 | $273 |
| 224 Grayhawk Circle, Wilmington | Jul 31, 2026 | 5 / 4 | 2,962 | $910,000 | $307 |
| 8404 Fazio Drive, Wilmington | Jul 17, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 3,553 | $1,050,000 | $296 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Buying in Wilmington? Local guides
- Leland vs. Wilmington: What You Get for Your MoneyLeland vs. Wilmington, NC side by side from 12 months of real sales: price per square foot, home size and age, days on market, new construction and HOAs.
- Before You List on the NC Coast: Inspect, Repair or Sell As-Is?What to do before listing a home in Wilmington and the southeastern NC coast: a pre-market inspection, what to fix, credit or disclose, roof/HVAC/insurance questions coastal buyers ask, photos, pricing and offers.
- How Much Are Property Taxes in Wilmington and the NC Coast? (2026-27)County and town property tax rates for New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, Onslow and Duplin, what they cost on a $400,000 home, the 2027 revaluations to plan for, and tax relief you may qualify for.
About 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane
8816 Sawmill Creek Lane is a 5-bedroom, 4-bath home of about 3,606 square feet, built in 1999, on 0.35 acres in Porters Neck Plantation, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28411.
At $939,900, it's 22% above the median asking price ($769,654) of the 50 other 5-bedroom listings for sale in Wilmington today.
That's about $261 per square foot, compared with a Wilmington median asking price of $264 per square foot.
19 other homes are for sale in Porters Neck Plantation right now (median asking $915,000); 39 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $860,000, typically in about 70 days.
Across ZIP 28411, 87 5-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $759,000.
It just came on the market.
Porters Neck Plantation neighborhood guideHomes for sale in WilmingtonNew Hanover County homes
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane
How much is 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane?
8816 Sawmill Creek Lane is listed at $939,900 (about $261 per square foot) as of September 28, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane have?
5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with about 3,606 square feet.
What neighborhood is 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane in?
Porters Neck Plantation, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
How long has 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane been on the market?
It just listed.
What have homes sold for in Porters Neck Plantation?
39 homes sold in Porters Neck Plantation in the last 12 months, at a median price of $860,000.
Does 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,040 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane built?
1999.
Who is the listing broker for 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane?
Intracoastal Realty Corporation (MLS #100606629). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 8816 Sawmill Creek Lane?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.