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Porters Neck Plantation

Wilmington, NC

55+ community

About the community

About Porters Neck Plantation

About Porters Neck Plantation Porters Neck Plantation is a gated active lifestyle community in Wilmington, North Carolina, located about 25 minutes from downtown Wilmington and five minutes from the Atlantic Coast. This country club community consists of 834 single-family and attached homes. In addition to a low-maintenance lifestyle, residents can enjoy a world-class lineup of amenities, including a 15,000-square-foot clubhouse and exclusive golfing. At Porters Neck Plantation, active adults looking for a country club lifestyle can and homes for sale in Wilmington, NC. Porters Neck Plantation Amenities Residents of Porters Neck Plantation have access to luxury amenities with the optional purchase of a membership to the Porters Neck Country Club. These amenities include a 15,000-square-foot clubhouse with a restaurant, bar, dining area, catering kitchen, golf pro shop, and multipurpose gathering spaces that host social events. The community’s state-of-the-art fitness center offers locker rooms, fitness studios, and upgraded equipment. Outside, residents can enjoy the 18-hole, par-72 championship golf course designed by architect Tom Fazio. The three outdoor swimming pools include a junior Olympic-size lap pool, a spacious family-style pool, and a separate kiddie pool for visiting grandkids to enjoy. The pool area also offers an expansive patio with covered seating. The grounds of the community feature a Sports Center with eight lighted Har-Tru tennis courts and pickleball courts as well as parks, scenic lakes, and ponds to explore. Porters Neck Plantation Homes & Real Estate Construction of Porters Neck Plantation began in 1993 and the community currently consists of 834 single-family and attached homes. With a variety of floor plans to choose from, interested homebuyers can find the home style that best suits their needs and preferences. The two-story attached homes range from 2,404 to 2,663 square feet, with three bedrooms and bathrooms, and an attached two-car garage. These homes feature open layouts, spacious living rooms with fireplaces, kitchens with upgraded appliances, master bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets, and covered porches. Across dozens of floor plans, the luxury single-family homes range from 1,994 to 3,508 square feet. These homes have two to four bedrooms, two to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and attached two-car garages. Features in many homes include open-concept floor plans, spacious living rooms with fireplaces, gourmet kitchens with breakfast nooks, first-floor master suites with walk-in closets and en-suite bathrooms, and covered porches. Additional features in many homes include dens, guest suites, lofts, sunrooms, and bonus rooms. Porters Neck Plantation Lifestyle Residents enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle thanks to a homeowners’ association that takes care of all lawn care, landscaping, and common area maintenance. With more free time, homeowners at Porters Neck Plantation can enjoy spending time with family or pursuing new hobbies. Members of the community can also enjoy the variety of social activities offered close to home, such as dinner dances, holiday celebrations, live entertainment, and trivia nights. Homeowners can stay physically active with activities such as fitness classes, golf tournaments, pickleball, and tennis. Surrounding Area Porters Neck Plantation is located in the city of Wilmington, about 12 miles from downtown and just a few miles from the Atlantic Coast. This location puts residents within easy reach of necessities and fun opportunities. Residents of Porters Neck Plantation find themselves close to any daily conveniences they may need, including Food Lion, Fresh Market, Publix, Harris Teeter, ALDI, Target, Earth Fare, Walmart, and Costco. Pharmacy needs can be met at Walgreens and CVS. Porters Neck Plantation is also close to multiple health care providers, including New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Dosher Memorial Hospital, Novant Health Brunswick Medi

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What we know from public sources

Age restriction
No Age Restrictions
Community size
834 homes
Home types
Single-Family, Attached
Housing offering
Homes for sale
Construction years
1993–present
Published HOA
$25–$241/month
Published home purchase range
Mid $500ks - Mid $700ks
Community features
Gated · Activity director
Last source check
August 5, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Restaurant
  • Dining

Health & wellness

  • Fitness Center
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pool

Services & convenience

  • Maintenance
  • Maintenance Grounds
  • Maintenance Structure
  • Security
  • Security Gates

Activities & engagement

  • Clubhouse/Amenity Center
  • Beach Club Available
  • Clubhouse

Outdoor spaces

  • Pickleball Courts
  • Golf Course
  • Tennis Courts
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Park
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Trail(s)

Other published features

  • Lakes - Scenic Lakes & Ponds
  • Demonstration Kitchen
  • Multipurpose Room
  • Locker Rooms
  • Bar
  • Boat Dock
  • Boat Slip
  • Gated
  • Insurance
  • Maint - Comm Areas
  • Maint - Roads
  • Management
  • Pest Control
  • Picnic Area
  • Playground
  • Private Membership
  • RV/Boat Storage
  • Sewer
  • Sidewalks
  • Street Lights
  • Taxes
  • Trash
  • Water

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