Presented for sale is the largest oceanfront property at Wrightsville Beach. This majestic beach estate sits oceanfront on nearly one acre of land at the end of the private street of Cowrie Lane with its own private beach access to stunning aqua green coastal shores and endless ocean horizons. Escape to your private oasis with a luxurious resort style pool surrounded by limestone tile, palm trees, sea grass and rolling dunes. The expansive lawn encompasses a putting green and chipping areas, perfect for the golf enthusiast seeking to perfect their short game in the coastal breeze. This 5700 square foot home offers a 5 bedroom and 6.5-bathroom layout with large, covered porches that provide breathtaking views of the ocean from almost every room in the house bringing the beauty of the seaside indoors. This home has abundant space for luxurious living and comfortable entertaining when hosting friends and family. The Main Suite is a large, serene retreat, featuring a private entrance to the covered porches on the main living floor with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The top floor features a captivating game room with a bar and full bathroom, perfectly positioned to enjoy panoramic views of the majestic Atlantic Ocean and Moore's Inlet. It's the ideal space for creating cherished memories with family and friends while relishing in the unparalleled coastal scenery. Wrightsville Beach is one of the finest beaches on the East Coast with restaurants, shopping, marinas, and Robert's Grocery. The surrounding city of Wilmington offers an array of recreational activities, historic downtown, upscale shopping and renowned restaurants ensuring a lifestyle that's both exciting and convenient. Cowrie Lane is a private road with exclusive beach access for homeowners only affording the ultimate in tranquility and seclusion. This home is the epitome of beachfront living at its finest.
Sold for $10,650,000
$10,650,000
7 Cowrie Lane, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
5beds
5,735sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
0.9 Acres Lot
$11,552,200 Zestimate®
$1,857/sqft
$7,608 Estimated rent
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$9.82M - $13.40M
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Covered porchesPutting greenHistoric downtownLuxurious resort style poolPalm treesUpscale shoppingLimestone tile
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Listed by:
Peter B Sweyer 910-409-1201,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Bought with:
Ashley B Garner, 158886
Intracoastal Realty Corp
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100398063
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Family Room, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Den, Media Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Den
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Dining room
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Family room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Living room
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 27 x 19
Media room
- Level: Fourth
- Dimensions: 30 x 19
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Water Softener, Washer, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Solid Surface, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Elevator, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Wet Bar, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,735
- Total interior livable area: 5,735 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Site
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Balcony
- Exterior features: Shutters - Board/Hurricane, Outdoor Shower, Irrigation System, Gas Log
- Pool features: In Ground, See Remarks
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: ICW, Ocean, Sound, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Sound,Water
- Waterfront features: Ocean Side
- Frontage type: Oceanfront
Lot
- Size: 0.9 Acres
- Dimensions: 200 x 200 x 200 x 192
- Features: Dunes, Ocean Side
Details
- Parcel number: R05809002030000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other, Pilings
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Shell Island
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Wrightsville Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,857/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,760,400
- Annual tax amount: $26,053
- Date on market: 7/8/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 101 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Lease term: Short Term Lease
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2023 | Sold | $10,650,000-11.3%$1,857/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100398063 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2023 | Pending sale | $12,000,000$2,092/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100398063 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $12,000,000+1863.7%$2,092/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100398063 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2002 | Sold | $611,100$107/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #30302314 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,951 +54% | $11,125,300 +132.6% |
| 2024 | $25,944 +0.5% | $4,784,000 +0.5% |
| 2023 | $25,816 -0.9% | $4,760,400 |
| 2022 | $26,054 -3.5% | $4,760,400 |
| 2021 | $27,006 +17.2% | $4,760,400 +41% |
| 2020 | $23,045 | $3,376,500 |
| 2019 | $23,045 | $3,376,500 |
| 2018 | $23,045 | $3,376,500 |
| 2017 | $23,045 -12.7% | $3,376,500 -3.3% |
| 2016 | $26,407 +6.9% | $3,493,000 |
| 2015 | $24,696 +2.9% | $3,493,000 |
| 2014 | $23,997 | $3,493,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $3,493,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $3,493,000 -6% |
| 2011 | -- | $3,715,913 |
| 2010 | -- | $3,715,913 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $983,266 +49% |
| 2004 | -- | $659,996 +65% |
| 2003 | -- | $399,996 |
| 2002 | -- | $399,996 |
| 2001 | -- | $399,996 |
| 2000 | -- | $399,996 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28480
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