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RiverLights in Wilmington, NC

RiverLights is a residential master-planned community located along the Cape Fear River on the southwest side of Wilmington, just south of Independence Blvd on River Rd.

Amenities include sidewalks, a riverside boardwalk and boat docks, commercial space and restaurants, kayak and canoe water access, parks, walking trails, fire pits, picnic areas, as well as a community lake, pool, and fitness center.

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233 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington image
233 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington $399,635

Welcome to low-maintenance living in a thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering 2,114 square feet in the highly sought after Riverlights master-planned com...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
133 Longhill Dr, Wilmington image
133 Longhill Dr, Wilmington $797,440

Mitchell by Trusst Builders

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
967 Trisail Ter, Wilmington image
967 Trisail Ter, Wilmington $733,500

Model Home Available for leaseback! The Candor III has been professionally maintained as a model home since its completion in 2023. Located in Model Row of Riverlights, t...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
963 Trisail Ter, Wilmington image
963 Trisail Ter, Wilmington $787,500

Model Home Available for leaseback! This Mitchell Option I has been professionally maintained as a model home since its completion in 2023. Located in Model Row of Riv...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
950 Trisail Ter, Wilmington image
950 Trisail Ter, Wilmington $490,000

Haywood Model Home for Sale in Riverlights -- Exceptional Design, Upgrades & Indoor-Outdoor Living. Welcome to the Haywood, a beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath hom...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5446 Folklore Way, Wilmington image
5446 Folklore Way, Wilmington $429,330

Discover new-construction living in Riverlights with the beautifully designed Haywood floor plan built by New Leaf Builders. This quintessential 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
4421 Old Towne St, Wilmington image
4421 Old Towne St, Wilmington $548,000 ▲

Welcome to your move-in ready home in the amenity-filled Riverlights community, boasting one of the larger lots on this lovely, side-walk lined street. Enter through the ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
359 Longhill Dr, Wilmington image
359 Longhill Dr, Wilmington $629,530

New Construction home available in Riverlights! The Julian has 4BD, 3BA with the Bonus room counting as the 4th bedroom, an open floor plan, and an oversized covered porc...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5442 Folklore Way, Wilmington image
5442 Folklore Way, Wilmington $421,395

This is proposed construction and there is still time to fully design and customize this home. The Jackson features 3 bedroom 2 and a half baths with the owner's suite tu...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5443 Folklore Way, Wilmington image
5443 Folklore Way, Wilmington $412,275

This is purposed construction and this home can still be customized! The Haywood is the quintessential 3 bedroom 2 and a half bath home. The Haywood features a owner's su...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
4015 Endurance Trl, Wilmington image
4015 Endurance Trl, Wilmington $649,900 ▼

Welcome home to 4015 Endurance Trail. The ''Jonesy'' by H&H builders, was thoughtfully designed with practicality and convenience in the forefront. This charming home o...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
601 Cobalt Ln, Wilmington image
601 Cobalt Ln, Wilmington $799,000 ▼

''Every so often, a home comes to market that simply stands apart. This nearly 3,000 SF RiverLights home offers a rare and highly sought-after 6-bedroom, 5-full-bath layo...

  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Baths
919 Everlong Ln, Wilmington image
919 Everlong Ln, Wilmington $409,500

Meet the Spaniel! Perfectly placed in the heart of Riverlights, the Spaniel offers a thoughtfully designed two-story townhome with plenty of space to live, entertain, an...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
220 Trawlers Way, Wilmington image
220 Trawlers Way, Wilmington $700,000 ▼

When you first arrive to 220 Trawlers Way, you'll notice the great architectural features like the different pitches of the roof, the decorative trim, the 2 medium, 2 ton...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
237 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington image
237 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington $454,235 ▼

Move-in ready rare end-unit backing to a private tree line with direct trail access in sought-after Lakeside Townes at Riverlights! This 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath Norway plan (...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
225 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington image
225 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington $459,510 ▼

Move-in ready rare end-unit backing to a private tree line with direct trail access in sought-after Lakeside Townes at Riverlights! This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Norway plan (...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
5409 Folklore Way, Wilmington image
5409 Folklore Way, Wilmington $434,900

The Haywood is the quintessential 3 bedroom 2 and a half bath home. The Haywood features a owner's suite tucked away upstairs, which gives the main living spaces on the f...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
303 Botany Bay Pl, Wilmington image
303 Botany Bay Pl, Wilmington $1,599,999

Where timeless design meets modern luxury. Tucked away on Botany Bay Place, this custom residence offers exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design and elevated finishe...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
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4837 Waves Pointe Pt, Wilmington $574,900 ▼

Welcome to 4837 Waves Pointe, where everyday living feels like a waterfront retreat in one of Wilmington's most desirable communities. Perfectly positioned on a tranquil ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
416 Conescu Loop, Wilmington image
416 Conescu Loop, Wilmington $770,000 ▼

This beautifully maintained home, ''Sea Glass Cottage,'' features one of Riverlights' most sought-after floor plans, perfectly positioned on a rare oversized corner lot w...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5309 Sunfish Ln, Wilmington image
5309 Sunfish Ln, Wilmington $585,565

Move-in Ready! Welcome to The Bluffs home plan in highly desirable Riverlights! The Bluffs offers 2385 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a loft. This thoughtfully de...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
962 Trisail Ter, Wilmington image
962 Trisail Ter, Wilmington $564,205

Discover elevated living in the Royston at Riverlights, where thoughtful design blends seamlessly with modern comfort and style! This beautifully planned home offers thre...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
3506 Shell Quarry Dr, Wilmington image
3506 Shell Quarry Dr, Wilmington $599,900 ▼

Welcome to 3506 Shell Quarry Drive, a beautifully maintained home in the award-winning Riverlights community, where modern comfort meets the best of coastal living. Thoug...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5202 Moonshell Loop, Wilmington image
5202 Moonshell Loop, Wilmington $579,900

Quick Move-In Home in Riverlights! Modern comfort meets timeless design in this beautifully crafted Camellia floor plan by New Leaf Builders. Offering 2,300 square feet o...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
380 Barnacle Run, Wilmington image
380 Barnacle Run, Wilmington $520,965

New construction townhome of Joliet plan in Riverlights. Great view of the lake.

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
823 Edgerton Dr, Wilmington image
823 Edgerton Dr, Wilmington $499,900 ▼

This charming one-owner home has been well maintained in the beautiful sought-after Riverlights community. Built by 70 West Builders, the Belle floor plan blends modern s...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
1104 Trisail Ter, Wilmington image
1104 Trisail Ter, Wilmington $569,000 ▼

Welcome to the award-winning, amenity-rich community of Riverlights, nestled alongside the Cape Fear River, conveniently located between area beaches and downtown Wilming...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
3406 Oyster Tabby Dr, Wilmington image
3406 Oyster Tabby Dr, Wilmington $799,000 ▼

Nestled in one of Riverlights' most desirable locations, this beautifully crafted home by Charter Homes offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and natural beauty. S...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5309 Folklore Way, Wilmington image
5309 Folklore Way, Wilmington $495,500 ▲

Estimated Completion: August 2026! Welcome to the Clay, built by New Leaf Builders, a thoughtfully designed single-story home offering 1,603 square feet of comfortable, o...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
162 Dugger Ln, Wilmington image
162 Dugger Ln, Wilmington $645,000 ▼

Fully furnished and move-in ready -- every room, every piece, all brand new in 2024. This is the rare opportunity where nothing needs to be sourced, ordered, or waited on...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5405 Folklore Way, Wilmington image
5405 Folklore Way, Wilmington $449,700

The Jackson, built by New Leaf Builders, offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a thoughtfully designed layout with the owner's suite tucked upstairs, creating an expansiv...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
920 Fresnel Run, Wilmington image
920 Fresnel Run, Wilmington $395,000 ▼

Have you been dreaming of affordable, low-maintenance living AND an active lifestyle complete with all the amenities you could ever wish for? Finding a home in a communit...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5636 Coral Tide Ave, Wilmington image
5636 Coral Tide Ave, Wilmington $589,500 ▼

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, style, and privacy in this beautifully upgraded Mainstay floor plan located in the sought-after Riverlights community. This thought...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
3334 Oyster Tabby Dr, Wilmington image
3334 Oyster Tabby Dr, Wilmington $879,000 ▼

Lender credit of up to $3000 for closing costs (subject to approval and final loan amount and type) !!! Don't miss this amazing opportunity on a solidly built home tuc...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
232 Trisail Ter, Wilmington image
232 Trisail Ter, Wilmington $585,000 ▼

Welcome to waterfront living where timeless charm meets in the heart of the award-winning vibrant Riverlights community. Perfectly positioned on a picturesque sidewalk-li...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
360 Barnacle, Wilmington image
360 Barnacle, Wilmington $530,585 ▼

End-unit Joliet plan in Lakeside Townes at Riverlights offering 3BR/3.5BA with the community's highest-level designer finish package and elevated interior selections thro...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
364 Barnacle Run, Wilmington image
364 Barnacle Run, Wilmington $527,460 ▼

Enjoy effortless, low-maintenance living in the Joliet plan by Pulte Homes at Lakeside Townes at Riverlights, offering 4BR/3.5BA with upgraded designer finishes and a tho...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
1331 Trisail Ter, Wilmington image
1331 Trisail Ter, Wilmington $638,500 ▲

Now Under Construction - Flooring installation week of 9.1 - The Rocky Option II plan by Trusst Builder Group is located on a corner home site across from a delightful c...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
4429 Old Towne St, Wilmington image
4429 Old Towne St, Wilmington $499,999 ▼

Welcome to 4429 Old Towne Street, a beautifully crafted home in the heart of Wilmington's highly sought-after Riverlights community. Built by 70 West Builders with upgrad...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5641 Coral Tide Ave, Wilmington image
5641 Coral Tide Ave, Wilmington $630,590

Step into The Haven at Riverlights, a community that impresses from the very first glance! This beautifully crafted home features the sought-after Mainstay floorplan, off...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
384 Barnacle Run, Wilmington image
384 Barnacle Run, Wilmington $472,950

Enjoy effortless, low-maintenance living in the Joliet plan by Pulte Homes in Lakeside Townes at Riverlights, offering 3BR/3.5BA with upgraded designer finishes and a tho...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
713 Cecil Pt, Wilmington image
713 Cecil Pt, Wilmington $825,000 ▼

Discover a rare opportunity in the sought-after Riverlights community--this beautifully maintained home sits on a unique lot with an established common area in front and ...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
408 Seasalt Way, Wilmington image
408 Seasalt Way, Wilmington $675,540

Welcome to The Haven at Riverlights, a community that makes a lasting impression from the moment you arrive! This thoughtfully designed home showcases the popular Mainsta...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
388 Barnacle Run, Wilmington image
388 Barnacle Run, Wilmington $484,940 ▼

End-unit Joliet plan in Lakeside Townes at Riverlights, offering 4BR/3.5BA with upgraded designer finishes, a gourmet kitchen with luxury KitchenAid appliances, and washe...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
19 Hobie Run, Wilmington image
19 Hobie Run, Wilmington $849,900 ▼

Discover luxury waterfront living in Wilmington, North Carolina with this stunning RiverLights Marina Village townhouse. Featuring breathtaking Cape Fear River views, thi...

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
5236 Shoal Bay Run, Wilmington image
5236 Shoal Bay Run, Wilmington $575,000 ▼

Welcome to low-maintenance living at its finest in this stunning, like-new duplex-style townhome in the sought-after RiverLights community. The HOA fee includes a compreh...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
712 Trisail Ter, Wilmington image
712 Trisail Ter, Wilmington $579,900 ▼

Welcome home! This beautifully crafted 2,219 sq. ft. Brunswick plan offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a versatile upstairs loft. Packed with premium upgrades and meticulo...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
725 Wharton Ave, Wilmington image
725 Wharton Ave, Wilmington $519,995 ▼

Located on a large lot in RiverLights, this one-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and an open-concept layout designed for comfortable living. A private alle...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
245 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington image
245 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington $484,060 ▼

Experience elevated coastal living at Lakeside Townes at Riverlights, a thoughtfully designed townhome community located in the sought-after Riverlights neighborhood. Thi...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
249 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington image
249 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington $454,660 ▼

Discover refined coastal living at Lakeside Townes at Riverlights, a thoughtfully planned townhome community located in the highly desirable Riverlights neighborhood. Thi...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
257 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington image
257 Pelican Flight Loop, Wilmington $489,435 ▼

Move-in ready -rare end-unit backing to tree line with direct trail access in Lakeside Townes at Riverlights, with convenient access to the lake and amenity center. This ...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
148 Dugger Ln, Wilmington image
148 Dugger Ln, Wilmington $752,000 ▼

How about 6 months of HOA fees paid at closing with acceptable offer. This home was featured on the August 2026 cover of Haven magazine. This exceptional coastal townh...

  • 3 Beds
  • 5 Baths
13 Hobie Run, Wilmington image
13 Hobie Run, Wilmington $675,000 ▼

Freshly painted and now offered at an even better listing price!!! Take advantage of this $25,000 price reduction and come see this meticulously maintained townhouse loc...

  • 2 Beds
  • 4 Baths
5308 Folklore Way, Wilmington image
5308 Folklore Way, Wilmington $664,500 ▲

*Proposed Construction* Spring '27 completion. Welcome to the Monroe II - a beautifully designed home offering comfort, versatility, and timeless curb appeal. This spacio...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
912 Fresnel Run, Wilmington image
912 Fresnel Run, Wilmington $404,000 ▼

Priced to sell and move-in ready! This pristine, low-maintenance townhome offers a highly desirable end-unit configuration, maximizing your privacy and flooding the 1,749...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
5750 Moonshell Loop, Wilmington image
5750 Moonshell Loop, Wilmington $1,050,310 ▲

*Proposed Construction* The OAK Hill by Charter Building Group! This wonderful 3 BR and 2 Full Bath and 1 Half Bath home with wooded conservation views. Home also inc...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
4422 Old Towne St, Wilmington image
4422 Old Towne St, Wilmington $745,000 ▼

Motivated Seller! Meticulously maintained home in Riverlights, thoughtfully designed for refined comfort and effortless coastal elegance. This 5 bedrooms and 4 full bath...

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
512 Sancai Run, Wilmington image
512 Sancai Run, Wilmington $868,085

The NEW HAVEN by Charter Building Group! RIVERLIGHTS, a WATERFRONT community with state of the art amenities and friendly vibes. Charter Building Group homes feature mode...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
4025 Dauntless Ln, Wilmington image
4025 Dauntless Ln, Wilmington $315,000

Rare opportunity - large homesite with sneak views of the Cape Fear river and long river views on upper balconies of proposed home to be constructed. Located in the heav...

5940 Moonshell Loop, Wilmington image
5940 Moonshell Loop, Wilmington $439,990 ▼

Welcome to The Haven at Riverlights. We invite you to experience a lifestyle of comfort and convenience! With lawn care included, you'll have more time to take advantage ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
5936 Moonshell Loop, Wilmington image
5936 Moonshell Loop, Wilmington $444,314 ▼

Welcome to The Haven at Riverlights, where modern design meets coastal charm. This beautifully crafted Compass floor plan offers 1,403 square feet of comfortable living s...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
217 Paddle Ct, Wilmington image
217 Paddle Ct, Wilmington $1,084,395 ▲

*Proposed Construction* The Oak Hill by Charter Building Group! This wonderful 3 BR and 2 Full Bath and 1 Half Bath home is a Proposed Construction home with views overlo...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
4009 Dauntless Ln, Wilmington image
4009 Dauntless Ln, Wilmington $1,046,720 ▲

The Hamilton by Charter Building Group! Build your dream home in Hamps Landing of RIVERLIGHTS, a WATERFRONT community with state of the art amenities and friendly vibes. ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
5116 Folklore Way, Wilmington image
5116 Folklore Way, Wilmington $873,900 ▲

The BROOKSHIRE by Charter Building Group! This wonderful 3 BR and 2 Full Bath and 1 Half Bath home is a Proposed Construction home with views overlooking the Cape Fear R...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
601 Caisson Run, Wilmington image
601 Caisson Run, Wilmington $836,500

*Proposed Construction* Late '26 completion. The Coleman - 4 BR, 3 Bath offers all the standard luxurious features you've come to expect from Trusst Builder Group. Choos...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths

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