A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a grandfathered, nonconforming, and entitled property in one of New Hanover County's most sought-after corridors. This 11.79-acre site comes with an approved site plan for 113 RV pad sites—an increasingly difficult use to permit in the county. Located just 300 feet from the Carolina Beach bridge and less than 2 miles from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and oceanfront, this property offers unmatched proximity to coastal amenities. It also sits just 10 miles from I-40, 12 miles from Wrightsville Beach, and 5 miles from downtown Wilmington's thriving restaurants, arts, and nightlife scene. With 265 feet of frontage on River Road, access is easy and visibility is high. Infrastructure is already underway. The seller has conduit and 100-amp power boxes available—negotiable with an acceptable offer or at an additional $150,000. Water and sewer are nearby through Aqua Source (buyer to verify). There may also be potential for alternative uses including mobile homes, modular homes, duplexes, single-family homes, or apartments with a special use permit (to be pursued by the buyer). Land like this is quickly disappearing in New Hanover County—don't miss out on this rare, high-upside development opportunity.
Vacant landProperty Type
11.44 acresLot Size
$349,563Price/Acres
Listed by Marcello Caliva and Associates• Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Listed by Marcello Caliva• Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Vacant land previously used for residential/single-family purposes
Exterior features
Level and partially cleared terrain
Wooded areas (696 units reported)
Paved road frontage on a city street and a state road
Located in the River Road subdivision; directions: Carolina Beach Road to River Road, right at River Road, near the old Carolina Beach Campground
Home design
Property classified as land in a mobile home park
Construction
Zoning: R-15
Utilities
Water available (listed as Other)
Sewer available; private sewer indicated
Utilities available
Sale and tax history for 9641 River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Hive MLS #100514853
Mar 26, 2026
Relisted
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Mar 26, 2026
Listing Removed
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Feb 20, 2026
Relisted
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Feb 20, 2026
Listing Removed
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Feb 4, 2026
Relisted
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Jan 30, 2026
Relisted
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Jan 30, 2026
Price Changed
$3,999,000
Jan 12, 2026
Relisted
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Dec 11, 2025
Contingent
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Nov 14, 2025
Pending
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Nov 14, 2025
Listing Removed
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Jun 20, 2025
Listed
$4,995,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,814 (+55.9%)
$817,200
2024
$4,371
$817,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
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Lot size
11.44 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
New Hanover County
APN
R08800-001-010-000
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Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
R-15
Residential-15 District
The purpose of the Residential-15 (R-15) District is established to provide lands that accommodate very low to low density residential development that can serve as a transition between very low density residential development patterns and smaller lot, more dense residential areas of the County. District regulations discourage development that substantially interferes with the quiet residential and recreational nature of the district.
May 17, 2023 • Active
Nhc land disturbance
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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 105° 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 • 28412
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
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.
9.8 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 9641 River Rd
$3,359,723
$639K under list price of $4.00M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $420K to $1.7M.