Oak Island Land for Sale

Welcome to Oak Island, North Carolina – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Brunswick County. This picturesque coastal town boasts stunning beaches, a rich maritime history, and a vibrant community atmosphere that beckons both visitors and potential residents alike. With its pristine sandy shores stretching for miles, Oak Island is the perfect destination for sun-seekers, nature lovers, and anyone looking to unwind in a serene environment.

As you explore the charming neighborhoods of Oak Island, you’ll discover a delightful mix of local shops, fresh seafood restaurants, and family-friendly parks. The town is renowned for its commitment to preserving its natural beauty, making it an ideal place for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy kayaking in the Intracoastal Waterway or strolling along the scenic walking trails, Oak Island offers an abundance of recreational opportunities.

For those looking to invest in their slice of paradise, we are excited to present an array of land for sale in this idyllic locale. Imagine building your dream home just steps away from the beach, where the sound of the waves becomes your daily soundtrack. The available parcels of land provide the perfect canvas for your vision, whether it be a cozy beach cottage or a sprawling family retreat.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community. With its beautiful landscapes and welcoming spirit, Oak Island is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle waiting to be embraced. Explore our listings today and take the first step towards owning your piece of Oak Island paradise!

Newest Oak Island Land for Sale

$520,000

Rare 0.3-Acre Wooded ,Double Lot Near Yacht Drive! Skip the narrow ''beach box'' constraints. This oversized 0.3-acre wooded double lot offers a rare, wide building envelope nestled between the shopping/dining of East Oak Island Drive and the boater's paradise of Yacht Drive. Double the size of standard 0.15-acre island lots. Perfect for a sprawling coastal estate, wrap-around porches, a private pool, a detached golf cart garage, and secure boat storage under a native canopy. Currently unified as one premium parcel, but can be easily split back into two separate buildable lots. Build on one half and sell the other, or create a side-by-side family compound! Prime Location: Steps from the Intracoastal Waterway and the 55th Street public boat launch. Located in a highly desirable interior corridor with favorable elevation traits. Build your coastal dream with zero compromises. Oak Island residents enjoy endless boating, 2 fishing piers, vast beaches, with many handicap access walkways, public parks offering seasonal farmer's markets, free outdoor concerts, children's splash pad and playground, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball court, scenic walking trails, skate park, softball/baseball fields. Build your dream home in Oak Island, NC!

Lot 13-14 68th, Oak Island

$239,900

250CG054 - 0.53 acres An exceptional residential development opportunity is now available in Oak Island, North Carolina. Conveniently located on Elizabeth Drive. On the Intracoastal side of the Island. § 160A-269. Negotiated offer, advertisement, and upset bids. A city may receive, solicit, or negotiate an offer to purchase property and advertise it for upset bids. When an offer is made and the council proposes to accept it, the council shall require the offeror to deposit five percent (5%) of his bid with the city clerk, and shall publish a notice of the offer. The notice shall contain a general description of the property, the amount and terms of the offer, and a notice that within 10 days any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder. When a bid is raised, the bidder shall deposit with the city clerk five percent (5%) of the increased bid, and the clerk shall re-advertise the offer at the increased bid. This procedure shall be repeated until no further qualifying upset bids are received, at which time the council may accept the offer and sell the property to the highest bidder. The council may at any time reject any and all offers.isted deadline. Step 1: Submit a Written Offer To begin the process, please submit a written offer via email to mgreene@marccom.com, kjackson@oakislandnc.gov, and lstites@oakislandnc.gov - Subject Line: Offer for 250CG056 & 250CG054 - Required Terms: Purchase price, closing period, and proof of funds. - Note: This initial offer acts as a Letter of Intent and is not a formal contract. Step 2: Town Council Review The Town Council must vote to ''propose to accept'' the initial offer. This review will take place at either the next regularly scheduled meeting or a specially called session. Prospective bidders should understand that bids will be discussed in open session, and the Council will decide in open session whether to accept a offer or not. Step 3: Deposit and Upset Bid Process If the council proposes to accept your offer, you must deposit 5% of the bid amount with the Town Clerk. The clerk will then publish a public notice of the offer pursuant to NC General Statute § 160A-269, which officially opens the 10-day upset bid process. Pursuant to statute, the town holds the deposit. Step 4: Final Approval and Contract Once the upset bid period closes and the final high bidder is determined, the Town Council will pass a resolution authorizing the Town Manager to work with Marguerite Greene (C21 Collective) to execute the formal purchase contract. Step 1: Make an Initial Offer You submit a formal ''Offer to Purchase'' directly to the town for a specific piece of property. Step 2: Town Review & Earnest Money If the town board is interested in your offer, they will pass a resolution to accept it conditionally. You must place a 5% deposit (bid bond or cash deposit) with the town clerk to secure your position while the public bidding period opens. Step 3: The 10-Day Public Challenge Period The town advertises your offer to the public. Other buyers now have 10 days to outbid you. To beat your offer, a competing buyer must submit a ''qualifying upset bid'' This new bid must beat yours by at least 10% of the first $1,000 plus 5% of the remaining balance. They must also submit their own 5% deposit. while the public bidding period opens. Step 4: Winning the Property If no one outbids you within those 10 days, the town board officially awards the property to you. If someone does outbid you, the 10-day clock resets. The advertising process repeats for the new highest bid. This cycle continues until a 10-day period passes with no new higher bids. If you are outbid and choose not to counter-offer, your 5% deposit is safely returned to you. Elizabeth Drive serves as a critical, scenic parallel route to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). No HOA Restrictions

288 Elizabeth Dr, Oak Island

$239,900

250CG056 - 0.64 Acres An exceptional residential development opportunity is now available in Oak Island, North Carolina. Conveniently located on Elizabeth Drive. On the Intracoastal side of the Island. § 160A-269. Negotiated offer, advertisement, and upset bids. A city may receive, solicit, or negotiate an offer to purchase property and advertise it for upset bids. When an offer is made and the council proposes to accept it, the council shall require the offeror to deposit five percent (5%) of his bid with the city clerk, and shall publish a notice of the offer. The notice shall contain a general description of the property, the amount and terms of the offer, and a notice that within 10 days any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder. When a bid is raised, the bidder shall deposit with the city clerk five percent (5%) of the increased bid, and the clerk shall re-advertise the offer at the increased bid. This procedure shall be repeated until no further qualifying upset bids are received, at which time the council may accept the offer and sell the property to the highest bidder. The council may at any time reject any and all offers.isted deadline. Step 1: Submit a Written Offer To begin the process, please submit a written offer via email to mgreene@marccom.com, kjackson@oakislandnc.gov, and lstites@oakislandnc.gov - Subject Line: Offer for 250CG056 & 250CG054 - Required Terms: Purchase price, closing period, and proof of funds. - Note: This initial offer acts as a Letter of Intent and is not a formal contract. Step 2: Town Council Review The Town Council must vote to ''propose to accept'' the initial offer. This review will take place at either the next regularly scheduled meeting or a specially called session. Prospective bidders should understand that bids will be discussed in open session, and the Council will decide in open session whether to accept a offer or not. Step 3: Deposit and Upset Bid Process If the council proposes to accept your offer, you must deposit 5% of the bid amount with the Town Clerk. The clerk will then publish a public notice of the offer pursuant to NC General Statute § 160A-269, which officially opens the 10-day upset bid process. Pursuant to statute, the town holds the deposit. Step 4: Final Approval and Contract Once the upset bid period closes and the final high bidder is determined, the Town Council will pass a resolution authorizing the Town Manager to work with Marguerite Greene (C21 Collective) to execute the formal purchase contract. Step 1: Make an Initial Offer You submit a formal ''Offer to Purchase'' directly to the town for a specific piece of property. Step 2: Town Review & Earnest Money If the town board is interested in your offer, they will pass a resolution to accept it conditionally. You must place a 5% deposit (bid bond or cash deposit) with the town clerk to secure your position while the public bidding period opens. Step 3: The 10-Day Public Challenge Period The town advertises your offer to the public. Other buyers now have 10 days to outbid you. To beat your offer, a competing buyer must submit a ''qualifying upset bid'' This new bid must beat yours by at least 10% of the first $1,000 plus 5% of the remaining balance. They must also submit their own 5% deposit. while the public bidding period opens. Step 4: Winning the Property If no one outbids you within those 10 days, the town board officially awards the property to you. If someone does outbid you, the 10-day clock resets. The advertising process repeats for the new highest bid. This cycle continues until a 10-day period passes with no new higher bids. If you are outbid and choose not to counter-offer, your 5% deposit is safely returned to you. Elizabeth Drive serves as a critical, scenic parallel route to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). No HOA Restrictions

284 Elizabeth Dr, Oak Island

$1,000,000

Beautiful homesite on Prime CORNER LOT on the ICW with stunning views! This lot sits high in the X Flood Zone with a NEW Bulkhead. 60' x 233' footprint allows plenty of space to build your dream home, add a pier, boathouse, boat lift creating a fisherman's dream or simply spend the day on the water cruising and enjoying the beauty. Bring your own builder and build the house of your dreams where the sunsets and sunrises are amazing, watch the boats go by, the dolphins or simply relax and enjoy all of nature's beauty. You are located so close to the beach on the Atlantic Ocean. Spend the day soaking up the sunshine, feeling the ocean breeze or going shopping, out to eat at the numerous restaurants, or listen to live music or entertainment at so many places. You don't want to miss this opportunity to live on Oak Island. Historical Southport is only 15 minutes away, 45 minutes to Myrtle Beach or Wilmington.

408 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island

$249,900

Build Your Dream Beach Home on Oak Island! Discover the perfect opportunity to bring your coastal vision to life on this spacious homesite in a peaceful, established neighborhood. Surrounded by a friendly community and just minutes from the beach and Intracoastal Waterway, this property offers the ideal setting for your future coastal retreat. Imagine starting your mornings with salty breezes, spending afternoons at the beach, fishing or boating, and ending the day with beautiful coastal sunsets. Enjoy convenient access to community recreation, including parks, playgrounds, tennis courts, and local gathering spaces, while still being close to the restaurants, shopping, and everyday amenities you need. The sewer assessment has already been paid, providing added value and peace of mind as you plan your future home. Whether you're dreaming of a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or coastal investment, this is your chance to create the beach home you've always wanted in a well-loved Oak Island community. Conveniently located within an easy drive of both Wilmington and Myrtle Beach. Bring your plans, bring your vision, and take advantage of this opportunity to build your own piece of the Oak Island lifestyle!

115 Ne 5th St, Oak Island

$799,000

A rare opportunity to build your custom home on this oceanfront site located on Oak Island. All necessary preparations are already in place. This homesite offers more than an incredible coastal setting--it offers the peace of mind that comes with extensive due diligence already completed, including environmental studies and a letter from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers confirming no wetlands jurisdiction. The property also benefits from the Town of Oak Island's recent 2025/2026 beach nourishment project, adding to the long-term stewardship of this treasured stretch of coastline. Years of meticulous landscaping and dune maintenance by current owner have created thick, established vegetation throughout the dunes, providing a beautiful natural buffer while enhancing the property's coastal character. The previous building envelope reflected a 46' x 34' buildable footprint, not including decks, there's flexibility to create the oceanfront home you've envisioned--whether a private coastal retreat, vacation rental investment, or both. Buyers are advised to conduct their own survey to confirm building envelope. And the location makes enjoying Oak Island effortless. Spend the morning on the beach, then walk, bike, or take your golf cart to Middleton Park, local shops, restaurants, parks, and, of course, everyone's favorite--ice cream! Oceanfront homesites are rare. A property with this level of preparation, established dune vegetation, and convenient access to the heart of Oak Island is even harder to find.

5211 E Beach Dr, Oak Island

$265,000

Build Your Dream Beach Home on Oak Island! Bring your coastal vision to life on this partially cleared .17-acre lot, perfectly situated on a direct beach access street in beautiful Oak Island, NC. Whether you're dreaming of a relaxing beach retreat, vacation getaway, or investment property, this location offers plenty of possibilities for your custom coastal home. Enjoy the convenience of being just moments from the beach while also being close to some of Oak Island's favorite local coffee shops, restaurants, entertainment, and the Oak Island Pier. This property provides multiple options to explore when designing and building your ideal beach home. Prime location + beach access + endless coastal possibilities = the perfect opportunity to own your piece of Oak Island!

115 Ne 79th St, Oak Island

$265,000

Rare Island opportunity to purchase a cleared & ready homesite on a street with beach access directly down the street on SE 20th. Imagine building your dream home and taking evening strolls to watch the sunset views over the ocean. Building lots are limited on the Island and this one has been cleared & construction drive & silt fence installed. The sewer assessment is also Paid. This is a high demand location and is expected to sell quickly. Do not delay; make this YOURS right away! The Town of Oak Island offers numerous amenities such as ampitheatre, golf, tennis, pickleball, basketball, picnic area, boat launches, public docks and water accesses yet no HOA fees!

107 Ne 20th St, Oak Island

$217,000

Build your coastal dream on this undeveloped .15-acre lot located on NE 18th Street in beautiful Oak Island, NC! This property offers an excellent opportunity to create your ideal beach getaway, primary residence, or investment property. Enjoy all that Oak Island has to offer, including nearby beaches, boating, fishing, golf, local dining, shopping, and more. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of the North Carolina coast and start planning your future at the beach!

142 Ne 18th St, Oak Island

$244,000

Build your coastal retreat on this approximately 0.16-acre residential lot located on NE 5th Street in Oak Island. Measuring approximately 55' x 120' and zoned R-6, this homesite is well suited for a primary residence, second home, or investment property. Enjoy convenient access on and off the island via Middleton Avenue, along with nearby public beach access, the Intracoastal Waterway, Veterans Park, local dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation. Municipal water and sewer are available in the area.

149 Ne 5th St, Oak Island

$1,099,900

Rare water front opportunity in Kings Lynn area of Oak Island. Enjoy the convenience of owning right on the water. Build your private pier and boat dock, with quick access to the ICW and ocean via the Lockwood Folly Inlet. This property has some of the best long range views that you will find on any eastern shoreline. What a jewel to build on. This lot is perfect for a 2nd home or a great investment property opportunity. Beach access is just at the end of 69th St close to this property so you will enjoy easy access to the ocean as well. Do not miss out on this Rare opportunity to own a true piece of paradise.

6616 Kings Lynn Dr, Oak Island

$290,000

Ready to bring your coastal vision to life on this spacious lot located on Oak Island. This SE side location is convenient to the scenic walkway to the beach at SE 9th Street. This property is the perfect setting for your future beach retreat. Imagine morning coffee with salty breezes, afternoons spent walking along the shore, and evenings enjoying breathtaking coastal sunsets. This lot offers the opportunity to create a home that captures the relaxed, authentic spirit of Oak Island. Conveniently located within an easy drive of both Wilmington and Myrtle Beach. Bring your plans, your vision, and come enjoy the coastal lifestyle you've been waiting for!

105 Se 8th St, Oak Island

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