
Land with Home for Sale in Wilmington, North Carolina
7903 Masonboro Sound Rd, Wilmington, NC 28409
A Rare Waterfront Estate on Masonboro Sound. Tucked beneath a breathtaking canopy of massive, centuries old North Carolina Oaks, this extraordinary 7.8 acre waterfront estate offers a level of privacy, beauty and scale rarely found along the Wilmington coast. Set directly on the Intracoastal Waterway, the property feels worlds away wile remaining connected to everything Wilmington has to offer. Designed by acclaimed architect Michael Kersting and built by Lee Cowper in 2000, the approximately 6,800 square foot main residence was thoughtfully created to compliment it's spectacular natural surroundings. The home features five bedrooms and six bathrooms, with gracious living space designed for both intimate everyday living and effortless entertaining. Throughout the residence, views of the grounds, majestic oaks and water create an unmistakable connection between architecture and landscape. Outside the estate becomes something truly unforgettable. Nearly eight acres of meticulously maintained grounds unfold beneath towering oaks, creating a setting that is both grand and remarkably peaceful. At the heart of the outdoor living experience is a beautiful swimming pool surrounded by the natural beauty and privacy of the estate an idyllic setting for quiet afternoons, family gatherings or elegant entertaining. Adding tremendous versatility is a separate guest house featuring four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Perfect for extended family, visiting guests or private accommodations, the additional residence allows the property to function as a true multigenerational estate while preserving privacy between the two homes! And then there is the water. Positioned on the Intracoastal Waterway at Masonboro Sound, the estate captures the essence of coastal North Carolina Living.
Location
- Street address
- 7903 Masonboro Sound Rd
- County
- New Hanover County
- Zip code
- 28409
- Community
- Masonboro Sound
- School district
- New Hanover
- Elevation
- 20 feet
Directions
Private Drive off Masonboro Sound Rd.
Property details
- Acreage
- 7.8 acres
- Zoning
- R-20
- MLS #
- HMLS 100604610
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $21,544
Parcels
- R07200-004-004-000
Legal description
LOT 39 M S WILLARD
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Lot
- View
- Ocean, Water
- Waterfront
- Waterfront
- Features
- Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Boat Slip, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Water Rights, Deeded Waterfront, Navigable Water, Pier
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- Parking
- Garage
- Pool
- Deck, Porch
- Structures
- Guest House
- Features
- Irrigation System
Structure
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Room Count
- 16
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 6, Bedroom x 5, Den, Dining Room, Laundry Room x 2
- Flooring
- Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Accessibility
- Accessible Elevator Installed
- Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Basement, Blinds/Shades, Bookcases, Built-In Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Dry Bar, Eat-In Kitchen, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Gas Log, Generator Plug, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Pantry, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Wet Bar, Whole-Home Generator
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Masonboro Elementary | Elementary | — |
| Roland Grise | Middle | — |
| Hoggard | High | New Hanover |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | New listing | $8,000,000 | — | HMLS |





































































































