Not In Subdivision Homes with True Waterfront

Not In Subdivision Homes with True Waterfront

Welcome to a hidden gem in North Carolina, where tranquility meets the beauty of nature. Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of conventional subdivisions, this unique area, aptly named "Not In Subdivision," offers a rare opportunity to embrace a lifestyle enriched by true waterfront living.

Imagine waking up each morning to the soothing sounds of water gently lapping against the shore, with breathtaking views that stretch as far as the eye can see. Homes in this area are designed to enhance your connection with the outdoors, featuring direct access to pristine waterfronts that invite you to indulge in a myriad of activities, from fishing and kayaking to simply enjoying a peaceful sunset by the water.

The architecture of these homes reflects a harmonious blend of comfort and elegance, ensuring that each residence feels like a sanctuary. Large windows and open floor plans allow natural light to flood the interiors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet evening with family, these homes provide the perfect backdrop for cherished memories.

Living in this serene enclave means you can escape the chaos of city life while still being conveniently located near local amenities, shopping, and dining options. Experience the best of both worlds in North Carolina's "Not In Subdivision" area, where every day feels like a vacation. Come discover your dream waterfront home today and start living the life you've always imagined!

Newest Not In Subdivision Homes with True Waterfront

501 Cedar Point Blvd, Cedar Point
$1,500,000
100613098 MLS
White Oak River front property in Cedar Point....2 acre lot with vinyl seawall, cement slat pier and 8 boat slips. Water and electric service to pier. Slips currently being leased. Zoned B1 in area at Hwy 24. From there down to the water is R20. LOTS of possibilities for a new owner. Seller has current site evaluation from Pittman Soil Consulting and renewed storm water permit thru 06/24/2033. Survey in hand as well. Contact Cedar Point town manager, David Rief, for additional information on zoning and uses for the property. The location is convenient to Swansboro and Emerald Isle....shopping, restaurants, recreational activities, NC Wildlife boat ramp, and SO much more. This property offers a variety of uses in a great location!

501 Cedar Point Blvd, Cedar Point

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Crystal Coast. Contact:

917 Canal Dr, Carolina Beach
$892,500
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100612963 MLS
Soundfront townhouse at Carolina Beach with 5 slips at the dock. This south end unit has great views of the canal from its 2 elevated sound side porches. It is located only a couple of blocks from the ocean. Great for those that love boating and water sports. Freshly painted inside with some new floors. One car garage underneath with extra space for storage. 3 Bed 2½ Bath

917 Canal Dr, Carolina Beach

Listing courtesy of Intracoastal Realty Corporation. Contact:

136 Cypress Shores Rd W, Roper
$437,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100612882 MLS
Your own piece of the Albemarle Sound is waiting! This charming waterfront home sits on a wide, open lot with a sweeping green lawn that rolls right down to the water and your own private pier. Mature shade trees, big sky, and wide open sound views make it feel like a true coastal escape the moment you pull in. Inside, warm wood paneling wraps the main spaces of the first floor, giving it that classic beach cottage charm you just can't fake. The open living, kitchen, and dining space is filled with recessed lighting and brand new flooring, with a cozy brick hearth to gather around. The kitchen offers tons of cabinet space, a gas range, and a long breakfast bar for morning coffee and easy conversation. Two sets of sliding glass doors (great views) open to the tiled sunroom, where the water views will stop you in your tracks. The main level also has a bedroom, a full bath, and a laundry room with a utility sink and extra storage, all with new flooring. Upstairs, the bedrooms are spacious, and one opens onto its own balcony overlooking the sound. Haven't we all dreamed of a balcony especially one over looking the water. Outside you'll find a workshop for projects and toys, room to spread out, and an enormous fig bush just waiting for homemade preserves. A whole house generator adds peace of mind, and historic downtown Edenton sits right across the sound. Come see it in person. You'll feel it the minute you pull in. The Albemarle Sound offers year round water sports including boating, fishing and sight seeing.

136 Cypress Shores Rd W, Roper

Listing courtesy of Welcome Home Realty NC. Contact:

Lot 10 Capelsie, Candor
$247,000
100612532 MLS
A truly one-of-a-kind riverfront property: approximately 15.5 acres at Capelsie Reserve with 1,684 feet on the Little River, the most of any lot, and access to a historic 100-year-old stone dam, a priceless feature you won't find anywhere else. Multiple cleared access points lead down to the water. A large cleared area includes an existing concrete slab and an existing well that appears to be working, giving you a head start on your build. The lot offers 957 feet of paved road frontage across Capelsie Rd, Cape St and Capelsie Mill Rd, with Spectrum fiber internet and power at the road, and a preliminary soil study found soils suited to a low-profile septic system. No HOA and no restrictions. Located at the edge of Uwharrie National Forest, just minutes from downtown Troy, less than 90 minutes from Charlotte and under 2 hours to Raleigh.

Lot 10 Capelsie, Candor

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Pinehurst. Contact:

131 Hudson St, Rockingham
$89,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 100612420 MLS
Bring your vision and your toolbox. This 1,420 sq ft, 2-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on over 2 acres backing up to a peaceful pond with its own dock and sweeping water views. The traditional layout includes a living room, dining room, and kitchen, with a covered front porch and a brick chimney that adds classic character. This is the real prize. The back of the property opens to the pond, where an existing dock is ready for fishing, kayaking, or watching the sunset. Selective clearing of brush and a few trees would open up the water view directly from the house, creating a retreat that's hard to find at this price point. The mature hardwoods and open yard provide privacy and room to spread out, and an outbuilding on the lot adds storage or workshop potential. Ideal For: - Investors looking for a renovate-and-resell or long-term rental - Buyers wanting to build sweat equity in a waterfront-style setting - Anyone seeking a private weekend or full-time retreat Sold as-is; renovations are needed Cash or renovation financing recommended. Schedule your showing today.

131 Hudson St, Rockingham

Listing courtesy of A Place in the Pines Realty LLC. Contact:

Lot 1 Marsh Creek, Aurora
$174,900
100612315 MLS
Your private waterfront acreage awaits! This beautiful waterfront lot offers over 8 acres on the protected Bettie Creek with easy access to the Pamlico River, Intra Coastal Waterway (ICW), Pamlico Sound and the seemingly endless waterways of eastern North Carolina. The property is fully wooded, allowing the future owner privacy and a sense of seclusion. Find that perfect building site location on this wonderful lot to build your dream home, then add a pier and dock for endless hours of enjoyment out on the waterways. Looking for a spot to put your horses, while being on the water? This could be it. Come view this great waterfront lot today!

Lot 1 Marsh Creek, Aurora

Listing courtesy of Experience Realty-Waterfront Professionals. Contact:

Lot 6 Capelsie, Candor
$165,000
100612273 MLS
Own your own piece of the Little River on approximately 13.43 acres at Capelsie Reserve. A gravel driveway leads to a cleared homesite set back from the road among mature pines, and a trail winds down to 259 feet of private river frontage. The lot also offers 482 feet of paved road frontage on Hicks Rd, with county water, Spectrum fiber internet and power at the road. A preliminary soil study found soils suited to a low-profile septic system. With no HOA and no restrictions, you are free to build the way you want. Located at the edge of Uwharrie National Forest, just minutes from downtown Troy, less than 90 minutes from Charlotte and under 2 hours to Raleigh.

Lot 6 Capelsie, Candor

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Pinehurst. Contact:

415 E First St Unit & 416 E Second St., Ocean Isle Beach
$1,400,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100612194 MLS
An exceptional opportunity to own an oceanfront retreat paired with an additional vacant parcel on beautiful Ocean Isle Beach! Welcome to 415 E First Street and 416 E Second Street, a unique coastal offering that combines a charming, furnished beach home with additional island property, creating an opportunity rarely found along the North Carolina coast. Situated along a peaceful stretch of Ocean Isle Beach, this inviting home offers beautiful Atlantic Ocean views, direct access to the sandy shoreline, and a sense of privacy that makes coastal living even more special. With no home directly behind the property and a privately owned neighboring residence to the east, the setting provides a welcome retreat from the busier areas of the island. Spend your mornings watching the sunrise over the ocean, afternoons enjoying the sand and surf, and evenings relaxing to the sound of the waves. Inside, the home is filled with coastal character, featuring soaring vaulted wood ceilings, exposed beams, and an open-concept layout that brings the kitchen, dining, and living areas together. Natural light fills the inviting living spaces, while the kitchen offers white cabinetry, generous countertop space, and breakfast bar seating. A dedicated dining area and charming breakfast nook provide welcoming spaces to gather, whether enjoying a quiet morning coffee or entertaining family and friends after a day at the beach. Outdoor living is at the heart of this property. The elevated oceanfront deck offers a beautiful setting to take in the coastal scenery, enjoy the ocean breeze, or simply unwind overlooking the Atlantic. Beneath the home, covered outdoor space and convenient outdoor showers make transitioning from the beach effortless. Additional highlights include an updated HVAC system and seller-reported roof improvements featuring an insulated roof installed above the original structure. What truly distinguishes this offering is the additional vacant parcel at 416 E Second Street, included with the residence. This separate piece of island property adds a unique dimension to the purchase, with potential future uses subject to applicable regulations and approvals. Offered furnished with select personal exclusions, the home provides a convenient opportunity to begin enjoying the Ocean Isle Beach lifestyle. With a history of vacation rental use, it also offers appeal to buyers interested in a coastal getaway with rental potential. Whether you're searching for a personal oceanfront escape, a furnished vacation retreat, or a distinctive coastal property with additional land, this offering captures the charm, beauty, and possibilities of owning a piece of Ocean Isle Beach. Come experience coastal living where the beach is your backyard and every day feels like a getaway!

415 E First St Unit & 416 E Second St., Ocean Isle Beach

Listing courtesy of The Cheek Team. Contact:

Spring Hill Rd, Scotland Neck
$2,626,200
100611767 MLS
588.38± Acres | 188± Acres of Farmland | 396.89± Acres of Timberland | 1.2± Miles of Creek Frontage | 6.63± Miles of Internal Roads & Trails - Opportunities to acquire nearly 600 acres of established farmland, managed timberland, and recreational property in eastern North Carolina are increasingly difficult to find. Located in Halifax County, this remarkable 588.38± acre property offers an exceptional combination of agricultural productivity, valuable timber resources, abundant wildlife habitat, extensive road frontage, and natural beauty. Comprised of nine tax parcels, the property has been held as part of the Barber family estate and represents the kind of substantial landholding that can serve multiple purposes for generations to come. Whether your interests involve expanding an existing farming operation, investing in timberland, establishing a premier hunting and recreational retreat, or securing a large acreage legacy property, this offering deserves serious consideration. Expansive agricultural fields transition into established pine plantations, mature hardwood stands, natural bottomlands, and wooded corridors along Looking Glass Run Creek. An extensive internal road and trail system provides access throughout the property, while thousands of feet of frontage along Spring Hill Road and Highway 561 create tremendous accessibility and flexibility for future ownership. Properties like this are more than acreage on a map. They represent years of agricultural use, decades of timber growth, established access routes, natural waterways, and a landscape shaped by generations of ownership and stewardship. The creek frontage, internal roads, and recreational characteristics contribute additional value beyond the property's agricultural and forestry resources. A future owner may continue traditional operations, emphasize recreation, or maintain the property as a long-term family landholding. Whether your goal is agricultural expansion, timberland investment, outdoor recreation, or establishing a legacy property to be enjoyed by future generations, this 588.38± acre offering in Halifax County provides the acreage, diversity, and resources to make that vision possible. Please note that the property is actively leased and currently being hunted. For safety reasons and at the seller's request, all showings must be scheduled by appointment only. Drive-by visits are strictly prohibited. Acreages, frontage measurements, timber information, and other characteristics are based on seller and third-party information and should be independently verified.

Spring Hill Rd, Scotland Neck

Listing courtesy of Mossy Oak Properties Land and Farms. Contact:

107 Ray Ln, Swansboro
$1,500,000
100611759 MLS
Beautiful Queens Creek Waterfront! 14+acres (survey on file) with approximately 300' water frontage. County water and electric already installed and soil test have been performed . There is a dock in place that offers a 5000lb boat lift so bring your boat and prepare for easy days on the water! Currently there is a 1999 Oakwood doublewide on the property being rented to a non profit organization- the mobile home does NOT covey with the land. The non profit would love to remain in place which could be immediate income, but will be removed from property if buyer needs it removed. There are 2 buildings on the property that convey- a workshop with an efficiency apartment space - could be used as an office space and so much more and there is a "cat house" that conveys with the property . If you have been dreaming of a gorgeous piece of land to build your new dream home- this is it!

107 Ray Ln, Swansboro

Listing courtesy of Carolina Real Estate Group. Contact:

1013 Riverside Blvd, Lumberton
$409,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100611037 MLS
TIMELESS CRAFTSMANSHIP MEETS OLD-WORLD CHARM ON THE LUMBER RIVER! Step into a world of character, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty in this extraordinary, traditional two-story home, offering approximately 4,000 square feet of inviting living space on 1.23 picturesque acres along the Lumber River. Rich in architectural detail, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence blends the warmth of yesteryear with thoughtful modern updates. From the beautifully refinished tongue-and-groove hardwood floors and exposed wood beams to the soaring 10-foot ceilings, every room tells a story. At the heart of the home is a truly remarkable kitchen featuring warm wood cabinetry, granite countertops, updated appliances, and a magnificent brick wood-burning fireplace complete with a built-in oven and cooking hook for authentic fireside cooking. The adjoining hearth room creates a cozy gathering space, while windows above the kitchen sink frame peaceful views of the wooded backyard. The spacious family room invites relaxation and entertainment with custom built-in bookcases, dramatic wood beams, a gas fireplace, and plenty of room for a pool table. An elegant formal dining room showcases exposed wood beams and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a beautiful setting for memorable gatherings. Upstairs, the primary suite is a private retreat featuring a wood burning fireplace, built-in armoire, walk-in closet, and updated bath with tiled walk-in shower and double vanity. Three additional bedrooms, a shared full bath, generous linen storage, and a dedicated office or hobby room complete the second floor. For those who appreciate natural light and creative spaces, this home delivers! A heated and cooled sunroom with tile flooring provides year-round enjoyment, while an additional sun-filled room overlooking the backyard offers endless possibilities as a greenhouse, art studio, tropical plant sanctuary, or peaceful birdwatching retreat. New windows and blinds add comfort and convenience, while basement and attic storage, along with two outdoor storage sheds, provide ample space for life's necessities. The outdoor setting is every bit as captivating as the home itself. The expansive, park-like backyard stretches toward the banks of the Lumber River, offering your own private escape into nature. Imagine mornings watching wildlife, afternoons kayaking or fishing from the riverbank, and evenings gathered around the fire pit beneath the stars. With room to explore, pitch a tent, or simply unwind among the trees, this property offers a rare opportunity to embrace riverfront living. Tucked away on a quiet residential street but within walking distance to historical downtown shops and restaurants, this one-of-a-kind home is more than a place to live--it's a place to create lasting memories. A remarkable blend of history, character, space, and natural beauty that simply cannot be replicated in today's construction.

1013 Riverside Blvd, Lumberton

Listing courtesy of LPT Realty. Contact:

4319 E Beach Dr, Oak Island
$1,150,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100611429 MLS
Welcome to this meticulously maintained oceanfront residence on Oak Island, proudly owned by by one careful owner since construction. The home has been exceptionally taken care of and sits behind a large, natural dune that provides protection from the elements while still offering beach front access and stunning views. Perfectly positioned close to town, you're just a short drive from restaurants, shopping and everyday conveniences, as well as nearby amenities such as Heron Lookout Park on SE 40th Enjoy the best of both worlds-peaceful beachfront living with convenient proximity to everything Oak Island has to offer. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, second home or investment property, this one owner oceanfront gem combines thoughtful upkeep, natural dune protection and a prime location.

4319 E Beach Dr, Oak Island

Listing courtesy of Margaret Rudd Assoc/O.I.. Contact:

Start Your Search

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.

How much is your home worth?

Get instant property value now!