Waterfront land between Wilmington and Hampstead

Scotts Hill

Scotts Hill is the area along Scotts Hill Loop Road between Wilmington and Hampstead. Homes have Wilmington addresses, but much of the area is in Pender County.

It is known for waterfront land on the Intracoastal Waterway and smaller neighborhoods such as Three Cypress and Willow Run.

Build facts

Lot types
Waterfront parcels and neighborhood lots
Flood and wind
Flood zones change lot by lot near the water. We pull the FEMA flood map, the required floor height, and the wind design rating for your lot before design begins.
Permits
Pender County or New Hanover County, based on the lot
HOA and design review
Many waterfront lots have no HOA. Some neighborhoods have one.
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Longshore homes nearby

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Can you build a custom home here?

Yes. Waterfront land and older homes come up for sale here, and many are good candidates for a new custom home.

Before you buy, ask for a free lot review. We will check the county, the flood zone, and the dock permits.

Common questions

Is Scotts Hill in Wilmington?

Homes have Wilmington mailing addresses, but much of Scotts Hill is in Pender County. The county decides permits and schools, so check the exact lot.

Is there an HOA?

Many waterfront lots on Scotts Hill Loop Road have no HOA. Some neighborhoods do.

Can I build on the water?

Yes. A 2025 sale on Scotts Hill Loop Road had Intracoastal Waterway frontage with a private pier to deep water.

What schools serve Scotts Hill?

It depends on the county. Pender County lots go to Pender County Schools, and New Hanover County lots go to New Hanover County Schools.

Is it in a flood zone?

Some lots are and some are not. It depends on how low the lot sits and how close it is to the water. Check the FEMA flood map for the exact lot. In a free lot review, we check the flood zone and the floor height the county will require.

Can I build a custom home in Scotts Hill?

Yes. Scotts Hill is 15 minutes from many Longshore homes in Hampstead. We can review the lot and plan the home.

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