
5.19+/- Acre Development Opportunity in the Heart of Hampstead
Located just off Highway 17 on Dan Owen Drive, this 5.19+/- acre tract—made up of two separate parcels—offers a prime opportunity in one of the fastest-growing areas of southeastern North Carolina. Tucked away just minutes from the main thoroughfare, this site provides convenient access to local shopping, restaurants, and the coastal amenities that make the Hampstead area a desirable place to invest and build.
Previously operated as a wastewater treatment facility and since restored, this property represents a unique chance to control over five acres in central Hampstead—ideal for developers looking to expand in a rapidly developing region or those seeking a versatile parcel with long-term value. Renderings for a proposed 12-unit residential development (six duplexes) are available to serious buyers, presenting a potential path for multi-unit construction.
Whether planning a duplex development or envisioning a private estate, this property offers the chance to secure over five acres, including several acres of open green space, for personal or resident use. It's uncommon to find this much land so close to central Hampstead, with enough room to gather, unwind, and enjoy the outdoors under North Carolina’s beautiful blue sky.
With public water and sewer services available, the groundwork is in place for various development possibilities, whether residential or investment-driven. For access to development renderings and additional information, please contact the listing agent.



- Buildings on Property: None
- Current Use: Vacant
- Road Type/Frontage: Paved
- Soil Evaluation: Soil Evaluation - No
- Topography: Cleared
- Utilities: Municipal Sewer and Water Available
- South Topsail Elementary School
- Topsail Middle School
- Topsail High School
Hampstead
Hampstead is located in Pender County about 20 minutes from Wilmington on US-17. It was once just a few fishing shacks along the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad, but it has since become one of the fastest growing areas in North Carolina.
The official “Seafood Capital of the Carolinas”, Hampstead is home to three seafood companies: Atlantic Seafood Co., J.H. Lea & Sons, and Natures Way. As expected, nature conservation is a popular local interest due to a reliance on fishing and other seafood harvesting. The community celebrates its livelihood with the annual North Carolina Spot Festival. Click the button to learn more.
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“5 stars is simply not enough for Melanie and her team. If you’re looking for a realtor that will educate, advocate, and dedicate themselves along the way - look no further. There are so many unknowns when buying or purchasing a home. Melanie’s knowledge and experience is unmatched. She made the process so simple to understand and made herself available for any and all questions. We felt so comfortable raising our hand, and we were always met with patience and grace. She goes out of her way to make sure you feel supported and confident throughout the whole process. With other realtors, we’ve felt like a transaction or just another number, but Melanie serves as a true advocate along the way. She is fair, honest, and levelheaded, somehow finding the perfect balance across all parties and emotions involved. She has a phenomenal reputation and it was so reassuring knowing other agents enjoy working with her just as much as we do. We could feel her dedication from listing to close. We’ve used her and her team for multiple sales and purchases, and we couldn’t be happier with the results each and every time. The hunt for a realtor can be daunting, especially if you were like us and new to an area with few or no connections. We relied on hearing from others, and we knew the importance of a genuine review, so if you’re here reading just like we were several years ago, I promise you’re in the right place!”
Kelsey Davis
Hampstead, NC
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“After an unsuccessful attempt trying to sell with another realtor in Wilmington, we interviewed several others and decided to work with Melanie and her team. We couldn't have been happier with our decision. Melanie provided some tough love advice on improvements we should make to the house before re-listing it (which proved to be right) and promoted the home as only Melanie and her team can. Her extensive use of social media as well as her personal network within the boating community proved to be the difference-maker for our unique home. I whole-heartedly recommend the Cameron Team. We'll use them again, for sure!”
Chris Quish
Wilmington, NC
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“Melanie impressed us with their professionalism, deep market knowledge, and unwavering dedication. Selling a home can be an emotional and stressful process, but she made it feel effortless and enjoyable. She provided expert advice on how to prepare our home for the market. With the uncertainty of the current economic environment, we were still able to have numerous showings and strong offers, and she negotiated skillfully to get us an incredible final sale price. Communication was fantastic. We were kept informed every step of the way, and every question was answered promptly and thoroughly. Melanie anticipated challenges before they arose and always had a plan in place. It was clear we were in capable, experienced hands from start to finish. Most importantly, Melanie genuinely cared — not just about selling the home, but about making sure we felt supported and confident throughout the entire process. If you’re looking to sell your home and want someone who is smart, responsive, strategic, and deeply committed to getting the best outcome possible, look no further than Melanie. We’re beyond grateful and wouldn’t hesitate to work with Melanie again and recommend her to anyone looking for an agent.”
Eric Chung
Hampstead, NC
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“I hired Melanie Cameron after speaking with numerous real estate agents in the Wilmington area. Her skill set and kindness made her the perfect fit to help me with my situation - selling my mother's house in Wilmington (after my mother had been moved to assisted living) even though I live 13 hours away in Western New York. Melanie was helpful and responsive, answering endless questions and pointing me towards resources to solve all the problems I encountered through the process. Cannot recommend Melanie highly enough.”
Jessica Olin
Wilmington, NC
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Dean Drehoff
Wilmington, NC
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“We have now worked with Melanie and her team twice. The Cameron Team is great to work with. Melanie always provides clear, concise, and timely communications. She is a fair negotiator who communicates directly and honestly, which we appreciated. We would recommend her and her team to others and would happily work with her again in the future.”
Ayden Chung
Hampstead, NC
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“I would highly recommend Melanie. She helped us sell our condo and was very communicative throughout the entire process. Plus, she was creative with her negotiations in order to get the deal closed!”
Carol Anne Colone
Wilmington, NC
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“Absolutely incredible experience working with Melanie! From our first meeting to closing, everything was smooth and truly enjoyable. We can't imagine going through this process without her. Highly recommend Melanie and her team!!”
Lauren Askew
Wilmington, NC
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“Melanie and her team were fantastic to work with while selling our house. We felt very comfortable with Melanie from our first meeting with her and that continued throughout the process. The marketing was excellent with great pictures and a great video that both really showcased the unique aspects of our home. Melanie priced our home right and we had an offer from one of the first buyers to look at our home. We would highly recommend the Cameron Team for any real estate transactions.”
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Leland, NC
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Southport, NC
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