





$245,000
About this home
Partially cleared and prepped for build with septic and well locations available! Located just a jump and skip off Highway 17, discover this exceptional opportunity to own Almost 12 acres of pristine land in the heart of Pender County. Nestled amidst lush forest land and bordered by the serene Holly Ridge Game Preserve, it's also in proximity to Hampstead Bypass making this an ideal investment for future development. This expansive tract offers a rare chance for developers, investors, or those seeking a private retreat in a rapidly growing coastal community. The property boasts rolling topography, ideal for a variety of uses such as residential development, recreational activities, or a private estate. Whether you envision hiking trails, hunting grounds, or simply a peaceful escape to enjoy nature, this land offers endless possibilities. A beautiful branch leading to Riley's Creek runs along the left side of the property, adding to its scenic charm and potential for outdoor activities like bird watching or four-wheeling. Accessible via a private road, the property is equipped with Progress Energy primary power lines, ensuring ease of development. Its strategic location places it minutes from the stunning 26-mile Atlantic coastline of Topsail Island, offering the perfect blend of rural tranquility and coastal convenience. Zoned RA (Rural Agricultural), this versatile tract is not part of a subdivision, providing flexibility for your vision. Nearby schools, including North Topsail Elementary, Topsail Middle, and Topsail High, are highly rated, adding to the appeal for potential residential projects. Don't miss this chance to secure nearly 45 acres of prime land in a fast-growing coastal region. Whether you're looking to develop, invest, or create your own private sanctuary, this is a gem waiting to be shaped into something extraordinary. You will need too coordinate with listing agent for showings as this lot is off of an unimproved road.
Property details
- MLS #
- 100574824
- Property type
- Residential Lot
- Subdivision
- Not In Subdivision
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 146
- On market date
- May 18, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- N/A
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 11.1 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 723
- Student:teacher ratio
- 18.1:1
- District
- Pender County Schools
- Enrollment
- 656
- Student:teacher ratio
- 19.9:1
- District
- Pender County Schools
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student:teacher ratio
- 27.3:1
- District
- Pender County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Hampstead's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 19, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.




