Every town has one. An iconic location that defines a region, a lifestyle, a way of life. Quail Run Road in Wilmington, NC is just that type of place. An address whose name means something to knowledgeable locals. Now available is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a legacy waterfront estate on approximately 6.5 acres of high, dry land in one of the city's most desirable locations. This private road is tucked within the coveted ''WB Bubble'' just off Greenville Loop, where only right turns lead to Wrightsville Beach. Quail Run embodies a lifestyle best described as Beach Meets Barn. Conceived with equestrian living in mind, neighboring estates still reflect that heritage with barns, horses and expansive grounds - yet here, boats also get to live right outside your door. Perhaps the most distinctive feature is nearly 375 linear feet of frontage on a protected deep-water canal. Free from wake and wave action, the setting offers a uniquely serene docking experience. Routine dredging maintains navigability at all tides, delivering the rare combination of protected water and true deep-water access. A $450,000 waterfront enhancement is nearing completion: modern bulkhead with walkway surround, 80-foot floating dock and 25-foot loading dock. A grandfathered covered boathouse protects the lift and vessel from sun exposure. Zero fixed pier allows direct access from bulkhead to floating dock, making loading and unloading seamless and convenient. The former residence, accessory structures and tennis court have been removed, creating a clean canvas to design an estate entirely your own. Few waterfront properties offer this much freedom to dream. Elevated topography provides a high-bluff homesite with potential to position the residence outside the flood zone. No HOA. Existing deed protections limit future subdivision, preserving Quail Run's remarkable low-density character and offering something increasingly rare: the confidence of knowing neighboring estates will remain intact and not become a collection of sub-divided homesites. 50-foot side setbacks further preserve privacy, creating a minimum 100 feet between neighboring homes. 6420 Quail Run is an extraordinary setting for a private family estate or generational compound. A remarkable combination of acreage, elevation, privacy and water frontage. This is truly rare earth. A legacy property intended to endure for generations.
Vacant landProperty Type
6.81 acresLot Size
$1,174,009Price/Acres
Listed by Team HH&W• Hardee Hunt & Williams
Listed by Thomas E. Cofer Jr., 'Ace' Cofer• Hardee Hunt & Williams
Greenville Loop, located between Wrightsville Beach and the Intracoastal Waterway, is a coastal and residential Wilmington neighborhood with marsh-view roads and boat-ready waterways. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Eastwood Rd and Military Cutoff Rd corridor, where surf shops, local cafes, and seafood counters set a salt-air, errands-and-oysters rhythm. Low-slung ranch homes and newer coastal builds sit behind live oaks, with many streets bending toward creeks and docks. Airlie Gardens and the looping paths around Bradley Creek frame daily walks with tidal scenery. Wrightsville Beach Brewery and the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History add local flavor beyond the shoreline. Nearby Lumina Station keeps the look polished with boutiques and patio dining.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Canal front waterfront
Has view
Horses allowed
Exterior features
Private road frontage
Dock and boat slip
Partial fencing
Cleared/partial topography
Wooded area (approx. 6,162)
Frontage length approximately 375 feet
Home design
Land parcel intended for residential single-family use
Residential lot
Construction
Zoned R-20
Utilities
Public water available
Sewer available
HOA & community
No association amenities
Financial info
$34,780.35 annual tax amount
Other
Access via Oleander → Greenville Loop Rd → Old Military Rd → Quail Run
Subdivision: Other
Electricity and solar
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Tranquil waterfront estate located on 6+ acres. Property offers a main house, guest cottage, pond, walking trails, tennis court, indoor heated pool + 3 car garage.
Public Records
Jul 20, 2022
Sold
$3,500,000
Hive MLS #30331171
Apr 14, 2005
Listing Removed
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Jun 15, 2004
Listed
$3,750,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,435 (+26.4%)
$4,227,900 + $75,600
$4,303,500
2025
$21,699 (+23.1%)
$4,227,900 + $75,600
$4,303,500
2024
$17,622 (+2.4%)
$4,227,900 + $1,682,100
$5,910,000
2022
$17,217 (−0.7%)
$1,270,700 + $754,800
$2,025,500
2021
$17,334 (−26.5%)
$1,270,700 + $754,800
$2,025,500
2020
$23,579
$1,270,700 + $754,800
$2,025,500
2019
$23,579
$1,138,100 + $1,100,300
$2,238,400
2018
$23,579
$1,138,100 + $1,100,300
$2,238,400
2017
$23,579 (+3.9%)
$1,138,100 + $1,100,300
$2,238,400
2016
$22,702 (+4.6%)
$1,138,100 + $1,100,300
$2,238,400
2015
$21,698 (+4.4%)
$1,138,100 + $910,900
$2,049,000
2014
$20,776
$1,138,100 + $910,900
$2,049,000
Public record
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Zoning
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Lot size
6.81 Acres
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
New Hanover County
APN
R06700-003-005-000
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Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
R-20
Residential District
The R-20, Residential District is established as a residential district in which the principal use of land is for low density residential and recreational purposes. The regulations of this district are intended to discourage any use which because of its character would substantially interfere with the development of residences and which would be detrimental to the quiet residential nature of the areas included within the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Golf related
Park & open space
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 46-56% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wilmington, NC • 28409
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 9% for direct sun exposure in Wilmington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 6420 Quail Run Rd
$7,578,241
$417K under list price of $8.00M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $613K to $8.4M.