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 of thoughtfully designed living space, this home features 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and flexible living areas that perfectly balance style, functionality, and everyday comfort. The chef-inspired kitchen showcases Frost 42-inch upper cabinets, Miami Vena quartz countertops, a crisp white tile backsplash, and a stainless steel appliance package including a natural gas range with vent hood, built-in microwave, and dishwasher. The open-concept living room is filled with natural light and anchored by a cozy natural gas fireplace with a custom floating mantel, creating an inviting space for gathering and entertaining. Downstair you will also find an office. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a luxurious retreat with a dual Frost vanity topped with Miami Vena quartz and a fully tiled walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms and versatile loft/living space provide plenty of room for family, guests, or a home office. Step outside to enjoy the fully covered rear porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. Situated on a desirable corner homesite, this home offers added curb appeal and outdoor space in a beautifully designed community. Riverlights is a new home community surrounded by the coast and Cape Fear River, where nature is part your everyday routine. With easy access to the Cape Fear River, the intercoastal waterways, a family-friendly pool, a new dog park, gym and a 38-acre lake, you can kayak, paddleboard or stroll along the community dock any time of day. Enjoy the three-mile loop around the lake and scenic nature trails that weave throughout Riverlights. Conveniently located minutes to Historic downtown Wilmington, beaches, restaurants and shopping the location of Riverlights is unbeatable. Photos are of other completed floorplans. [Riverlights] [The Camellia]
Single-familyProperty Type
2026Year Built
7,667 sq ftLot Size
$248Price/Sq.Ft.
$154/moHOA Dues
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tyler Henrikson• O'Shaughnessy New Homes LLC
River Lights, located between the Cape Fear River and River Road, is a master-planned and waterfront Wilmington neighborhood with a riverwalk and a marina. The mood concentrates around the RiverLights Lakehouse and the Riverwalk, where patios, small shops, and event lawns set a social, outdoors-forward pace. Architectural lines lean coastal-contemporary, with porches, tidy streetscapes, and pocket parks stitched into the blocks. The Cape Fear River frames daily routines with boardwalk strolls and sunset views. Nearby anchors like Dram Tree Tavern, Satellite Bar and Lounge, and Live Oak Bank Pavilion extend the dining-and-music circuit beyond the gates.
Sunsets in Wilmingtonshine a little brighter than most. Along the banks of the Cape Fear River, just south of historic downtown Wilmington, lies the vibrant community of Riverlights. New Leaf Builders is proud to be a part of this exciting waterfront community, bringing our signature Charleston-style designs into North Carolina. New Leaf is proud to offer 9 home plans ranging from 1,573 up to 2,545 square feet, that have been custom designed to fit within the appealing streetscape of Riverlights while embracing all the comforts and wants that you desire today in your home. Our floor plans focus on the outdoors, featuring ample natural light and open and peaceful rooms for relaxing in, yet complete with all of the high style and high-quality fit and finish that New Leaf is known for. Community Amenitiesin Riverlights At Riverlights, the best of coastal living is ready and waiting for you. From day one, you'll enjoy a rich array of thoughtfully designed amenities that blend community, convenience, and natural beauty. Marina Village serves as the heart of the neighborhood, offering boutique shops, vibrant restaurants like Smoke on the Water, and inviting gathering spots such as Southern Shores Craft Beer & Wine. Relax at the Lake House, complete with a fitness center, billiards, and a stunning pool with a water slide overlooking the 38-acre lake. Stroll beneath the canopy of Live Oak Commons, where events like farmers markets, live music, and outdoor yoga classes bring neighbors together. Meander along trails and boardwalks that wind through parks, wetlands, and along the Cape Fear River, offering breathtaking views and endless opportunities to connect with nature. At Riverlights, every day feels like a retreat, with amenities designed to make life effortless and exciting. Whether relocating, downsizing, or buying your first home, Tyler is here to guide you through every step with local expertise, personalized attention, and a commitment to helping you plant...
Quick Move-In Home in Riverlights! This home sits on a corner homesite, offering more curb appeal and a larger yard. Our Camellia plan has 2,300 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, plus a first-floor office and an upstairs loft. The kitchen has Frost 42" upper cabinets, Miami Vena quartz countertops, a white tile backsplash, and stainless appliances, including a natural gas range with a vent hood. It opens to the living room, where a gas fireplace with a custom floating mantel anchors the space. The office is downstairs, so work stays apart from everything else. Upstairs, the primary suite has a dual vanity with Miami Vena quartz and a fully tiled, zero-entry walk-in shower. Two more bedrooms and the loft give you room for kids, guests, a playroom, a hobby room, or a second office. The yard features a fully covered rear porch usable year-round, and the corner homesite offers plenty of space for neighborhood cookouts, a garden, or a kids' playset.
Hive MLS #100585733
Oct 13, 2026
Price Changed
$569,900
$248/sq ft
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$579,900
$252/sq ft
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Feb 17, 2026
Sold
$874,500
$380/sq ft
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2026
$1,133
$177,800
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Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
R-7
Residential District
This district is established for moderate density residential development and other compatible uses. It is intended to recognize areas of moderate residential density located outside the 1945 corporate limits. The protection and rehabilitation of viable neighborhoods within this district shall be encouraged to ensure the continued existence as a major housing resource.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Golf related
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Mar 9, 2026 • Active
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Wilmington, NC • 28412
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This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Wilmington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 5202 Moonshell Loop
$567,139
$2,761 under list price of $570K
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