$1,325,000
Sold Feb 13, 2026
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,948 sq ft
8912 Shipwatch Drive
Wilmington, NC, 28412 · Shipwatch
Listed by RE/MAX Essential
Sale details
- Sold price
- $1,325,000
- Sold on
- Feb 13, 2026
- First listed at
- $1,350,000
- Sold vs. first asking
- 98.1%
- Days on market
- 7
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What's my home worth? →About this home
Set along the storied Cape Fear River in Wilmington's coveted Shipwatch community, this Mediterranean-inspired retreat captures the timeless beauty of coastal Carolina living. Every detail of this home is designed for ease, elegance, and a deep connection to the water. Step inside and you're welcomed by a sun-filled interior where sweeping river views steal the show. The open-concept living and dining areas flow effortlessly into the kitchen, creating a space that feels as natural for quiet mornings as it does for gatherings with friends. A central fireplace lends warmth and character, balancing the home's graceful architecture with everyday comfort. Beyond the doors, the lifestyle continues outdoors—where a private in-ground pool overlooks the river, and a shared pier with deeded boat slip invites you to spend evenings on the water, watching the sun melt into the horizon. Set on nearly three-quarters of an acre, this homesite sits on one of the highest elevations in Shipwatch, offering both beauty and peace of mind. Just minutes from Carolina Beach and downtown Wilmington, 8912 Shipwatch Drive offers a rare blend of refined design, riverfront serenity, and coastal convenience—a place where every sunset feels like coming home.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1989
- Lot
- 0.68 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $1,540 / annually
- Community
- Shipwatch
- County
- New Hanover
- MLS #
- 100541018
Features
Inside
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Tile
- Wood
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
Outside
- Irrigation System
- Boat Slip
- Boat Dock
- Deeded Water Access
- Deeded Waterfront
- River
- Water
Community
- Boat Slip - Assigned
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Maintenance Roads
Parking
- Garage Faces Front
- Paved
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Zoned
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- Carolina Beach
- Middle
- Murray
- High
- Ashley
As listed in the MLS (New Hanover). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
About 8912 Shipwatch Drive
8912 Shipwatch Drive is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,948 square feet, built in 1989, on 0.68 acres in Shipwatch, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28412.
At $1,350,000, it's 103% above the median asking price ($664,900) of the 259 other 4-bedroom listings for sale in Wilmington today.
That's about $458 per square foot, compared with a Wilmington median of $262.
1 other home is for sale in Shipwatch right now (median asking $1,145,000); 4 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $1,262,500, typically in about 87 days.
Across ZIP 28412, 202 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $550,000.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 8912 Shipwatch Drive
How much is 8912 Shipwatch Drive?
8912 Shipwatch Drive is listed at $1,350,000 (about $458 per square foot) as of September 23, 2026. Status: closed.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 8912 Shipwatch Drive have?
4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 2,948 square feet.
What neighborhood is 8912 Shipwatch Drive in?
Shipwatch, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
What have homes sold for in Shipwatch?
4 homes sold in Shipwatch in the last 12 months, at a median price of $1,262,500.
Is 8912 Shipwatch Drive waterfront?
Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.
Does 8912 Shipwatch Drive have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,540 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 8912 Shipwatch Drive built?
1989.
Who is the listing broker for 8912 Shipwatch Drive?
RE/MAX Essential (MLS #100541018). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.