Riverlights Homes with One and One Half Levels

Riverlights Homes with One and One Half Levels

Welcome to Riverlights, a picturesque subdivision nestled in the heart of Wilmington, North Carolina, within the charming New Hanover County. This vibrant community is designed to blend the beauty of nature with modern living, creating an idyllic setting for families, retirees, and everyone in between. Riverlights boasts an array of amenities, including scenic walking trails, serene lakes, and lush green spaces that invite residents to explore and enjoy the great outdoors.

One of the standout features of Riverlights is its unique collection of homes, particularly those designed with one and one-half levels. These thoughtfully crafted residences offer the perfect balance of spaciousness and coziness, making them ideal for a variety of lifestyles. With open floor plans and versatile layouts, these homes provide ample room for entertaining, family gatherings, or simply enjoying quiet evenings at home. The additional half level often serves as a fantastic bonus space, perfect for a home office, playroom, or guest suite.

Living in Riverlights means enjoying a close-knit community atmosphere while being just minutes away from the vibrant culture of downtown Wilmington. Residents can indulge in local dining, shopping, and entertainment, all while having the beautiful Cape Fear River and stunning beaches at their fingertips. Whether you’re seeking a tranquil retreat or an active lifestyle, Riverlights offers the best of both worlds. Come discover your dream home in this enchanting community—where every day feels like a vacation!

Newest Riverlights Homes with One and One Half Levels

5118 Shoal Bay Run, Wilmington
$960,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100612029 MLS
Set along a quiet street with sweeping lake views, 5118 Shoal Bay Run offers the perfect blend of Craftsman character, thoughtful design, and the sought-after RiverLights lifestyle. Built in 2024 by Trusst Builder Group, the Catawba plan showcases distinctive architectural details, soaring ceilings, and elegant coffered and tray ceiling accents. From the moment you enter the foyer, expansive views draw your eye through the home and out to the lake beyond, while abundant windows bring the surrounding scenery into the living spaces. The light filled living room, dining area, and kitchen flow together for effortless everyday living and entertaining. The main level primary suite offers a private retreat, complemented by a second ensuite bedroom and a dedicated office ideal for working from home. Upstairs, a spacious loft, additional bedroom, full bath, and flex room opening to a covered lanai with beautiful sunset views offer versatile space for guests, hobbies, or a second living area. A natural gas fireplace, telescoping sliding doors opening to a generously sized screened porch, gourmet kitchen with custom live-edge shelving, pantry, and a covered front porch add to the home's appeal. The attached two-car garage is finished with an epoxy-coated floor for a clean, polished look. RiverLights offers a resort-inspired lifestyle with miles of scenic trails, lakefront recreation, kayak and paddleboard launches, neighborhood parks, resort-style pools, fitness centers, pickleball courts, billiard room, dog parks, and vibrant community gathering spaces. Enjoy waterfront dining and local cafés at Marina Village, all just minutes from historic downtown Wilmington, area beaches, golf, and shopping.

5118 Shoal Bay Run, Wilmington

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Carissa C Kelley () from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB.
967 Trisail Ter, Wilmington
$733,500
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100601225 MLS
Model Home now offered for sale - with leaseback. The Candor III has been professionally maintained as a model home since its completion in 2023. Located in Model Row of Riverlights with a woodland view, this popular Candor plan offers 3 or 4 bedrooms, including a first floor primary suite and an additional guest bedroom and study downstairs. Also, a large screened porch with woodland view. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious loft and 3rd bedrooms and bathroom, a perfect getaway space. Photos showcase the home and its features. Contact the listing agent for leaseback terms and additional details. Riverlights is a vibrant community along a three-mile stretch of the Cape Fear River, offering resort-style amenities including multiple pools, fitness centers, parks, trails, gathering spaces, and water access. Conveniently located between downtown Wilmington and area beaches, Riverlights also features on-site shopping, dining, recreation and professional services, with easy access to hospitals and everyday conveniences. Trusst model homes are open Monday - Saturday 10-5. Several plans and homesites available to build 2100-3100 sqft.

967 Trisail Ter, Wilmington

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lee Bryant () from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Leland.
3406 Oyster Tabby Dr, Wilmington
$799,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100583934 MLS
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. Situated just steps from the scenic Cape Fear River and backing to a protected 30-foot wooded buffer, this property provides a rare sense of privacy while remaining close to the community's outstanding amenities. Designed to maximize natural light and effortless living, the open-concept floor plan welcomes you with warm oak hardwood flooring, elegant finishes, and thoughtfully curated upgrades throughout. The spacious living room serves as the centerpiece of the home, featuring custom built-in shelving, a cozy natural gas fireplace, and striking coffered ceilings that add architectural character and sophistication. An added cocktail bar with wine refrigerator makes entertaining easy.The gourmet kitchen is equally impressive, offering upgraded granite countertops, a gas cooktop, abundant cabinetry, and charming built-in window seating that creates the perfect spot for morning coffee or casual dining.The private primary suite is designed as a relaxing retreat, complete with a generous walk-in closet, oversized tiled walk-in shower, and a beautifully appointed double vanity. Two additional bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned on the opposite side of the home, sharing a full bath and providing excellent privacy for family and guests.Above the garage, a spacious bonus room with a closet offers exceptional flexibility and can easily function as a fourth bedroom, home office, media room, fitness space, or hobby area. A walk-in attic provides valuable storage. Step outside and discover what truly sets this property apart. The screened porch overlooks a beautifully landscaped and fully fenced backyard, creating a peaceful outdoor sanctuary. Enjoy evening sunsets, refreshing river breezes, and the glow of professionally designed landscape lighting that transforms the property after dark. The included hot tub provides the perfect place to unwind while surrounded by nature and privacy.Beyond your backyard, you'll enjoy easy access to Riverlights' exceptional amenities, including the clubhouse, resort-style pool, and miles of paved walking and biking trails that wind throughout the community and along the riverfront. Offering an ideal combination of luxury finishes, flexible living spaces, outdoor enjoyment, and a prime location near the Cape Fear River, this exceptional Riverlights home is a rare opportunity to enjoy one of Wilmington's most sought-after coastal communities at its finest.

3406 Oyster Tabby Dr, Wilmington

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Patrick A Alderson () from Listing Office: Flat Fee Realty and Management LLC.
5308 Folklore Way, Wilmington
$664,500
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100553760 MLS
*Proposed Construction* Summer '27 completion. The Monroe II on a woodland view home site, delivers the perfect blend of style, comfort and versatility. A welcoming covered front porch opens to a bright foyer and expansive open-concept living area featuring a spacious family room, gourmet kitchen with oversized island and walk-in pantry, and inviting dining space. Extend your living outdoors onto the large screened porch--ideal for morning coffee, entertaining or relaxing at the end of the day. The private first-floor owner's suite features an illuminated tray ceiling, walk-in closet and luxurious bath with dual vanities and a tiled curbless shower. Two additional bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations for family or guests, while the upstairs fourth bedroom/flex room with full bath provides exceptional flexibility for a guest suite, office, media room or hobby space. A two-car garage, large utility room, abundant storage and beautiful architectural details make the Monroe II a home designed for the way you live. This unique location within Riverlights offers easy access to the newest amenity center, The Riverhouse, and several community parks. Trusst Builder Group is proud to offer a wide range of beautifully appointed single family homes in popular Riverlights. Several other home sites avaialable for build packages from the low 600's. Riverlights is a vibrant community along a three-mile stretch of the Cape Fear River, offering resort-style amenities including multiple pools, fitness centers, parks, trails, gathering spaces, and water access. Conveniently located between downtown Wilmington and area beaches, Riverlights also features on-site shopping, dining, recreation and professional services, with easy access to hospitals and everyday conveniences. Trusst model homes are open Monday - Saturday 10-5.

5308 Folklore Way, Wilmington

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Savannah Stewart () from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Leland.
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