Located in the 28451 zip code of Leland, North Carolina, in beautiful Brunswick County, the planned community of Waterford is a fantastic place to buy a home. Just ten minutes from downtown Wilmington, Waterford sits at the north end of the county in the northeastern corner of the state. The community consists of nineteen smaller neighborhoods connected with streets, bridges, and recreational pathways so residents can bike and walk throughout the larger community. That said, each neighborhood in Waterford is privacy-gated to give homeowners peace of mind. In addition to the walkways, there are also several canals and waterways winding through Waterford, allowing residents to canoe and kayak from one neighborhood to the next and to Osprey Lake. The lake offers opportunities for fishing, paddle boating, canoeing, and kayaking, among other things.
This unique community has many additional amenities to entice homebuyers in all seasons of life. In addition to its spectacular natural beauty, Waterford also has a conveniently located community center that encompasses a children’s playground, two bocce ball courts, four pickleball courts, five tennis courts, a fitness center, a multi-room clubhouse, and a beautiful pool. This family-friendly community south of the Cape Fear River strives to be considered the premier upscale community in the area. Beyond its tangible amenities, Waterford also offers a variety of community events and holiday celebrations throughout the year. Among the residents’ favorites are Trunk or Treat, an Easter Egg Hunt, and a visit from Santa.
Real estate in Waterford consists of vacant lots ready for building, new construction, and resale homes. When purchasing homesites in Waterford, buyers have the option of using their own builder or working with some of the community’s previous builders, which include Logan Homes, Stevens Fine Homes, and Trusst Builder Group. The good news about building a new home in Waterford is as soon as you’ve purchased your lot you can use the community’s amenities. That said, lot owners pay the same annual dues as homeowners. As soon as it is convenient for you, please connect with us because it would give us great joy to have the opportunity to tell you all about the currently listed properties in Waterford in Leland, North Carolina.
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