St. James, Brunswick County

Discover St. James Real Estate

The Town of St. James, North Carolina (ZIP 28461) is a gated coastal municipality positioned along the Intracoastal Waterway in eastern Brunswick County, just minutes from historic Southport and Oak Island. Recognized as one of the East Coast’s premier master-planned communities, St. James combines the security and governance of an incorporated town with the active, resort-style living of a coastal haven. Residents enjoy scenic marsh views, mature maritime forests, and an unmatched array of private recreational facilities.

Real estate in St. James offers an extensive selection of residential options designed for full-time living, retirement, or second-home retreats. Buyers can explore luxury single-family custom estates overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, golf course properties bordering championship greens, quiet patio homes, and low-maintenance townhomes or villas near the marina. For those looking to build, St. James features prime homesites nestled in established neighborhoods like Members Club, Reserve, and Regency.

PROACTIVE Real Estate advisors bring specialized local expertise to St. James buyers and sellers: navigating community HOA structures and equity membership tiers, evaluating deepwater marina slip access, assessing property values across distinct neighborhoods, and guiding smooth transactions from offer to closing.

Full-Service Marina & Deepwater Access

Marina & ICW Properties

Luxury waterfront single-family homes, coastal condominiums, and villa residences centered around the 475-slip St. James Marina, complete with deepwater boat access, dining, and shops.

81 Holes of World-Class Golf

Golf Course Homes & Estates

Custom residences and patio homes situated along 81 holes of championship golf designed by Nicklaus Design, P.B. Dye, Tommy Fazio, and Cate, offering expansive fairway views.

Oak Island Oceanfront

Private Beach Club

Access a private oceanfront beach club on nearby Oak Island featuring a swimming pool, private parking, and boardwalk.

Tennis, Pickleball, & Pools

Active Recreation

Enjoy multiple outdoor and indoor pools, state-of-the-art fitness centers, miles of walking trails, and active tennis/pickleball clubs.

The Hyperlocal® Advantage

Why St. James Buyers & Sellers Choose PROACTIVE

Master-Planned & HOA Expertise

Buying or selling in St. James requires specialized knowledge of club membership tiers, transfer fees, architectural guidelines, and municipal regulations. PROACTIVE brokers provide clear guidance at every stage.

Localized Property Valuation

From pricing custom fairway estates to evaluating marina-adjacent condominiums, our advisors deliver data-backed strategy to maximize value for buyers and sellers.

A Guarantee, Not Just a Promise

PROACTIVE’s written Buyer and Seller Guarantees ensure complete accountability in writing throughout your transaction.

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