North Topsail Beach, NC Homes for Rent

Topsail Island was named “Topsail” because the tops of sails were often visible when boats and pirate ships would sail into the bay. While the pirates are long gone, permanent residents and seasonal visitors continue to flock to North Topsail Beach's sandy shores. “The neat thing about North Topsail Beach is that it’s almost strictly residential, and you get a blend of tranquility and natural beauty,” says Matt Jones, primary broker at Streamline Realty Team with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage. “There’s a slower pace and stunning views. It also has easy access to Sneads Ferry, which is booming with commercial properties. You can be in the peace and quiet of the beach or in the heart of Snead’s Ferry." Ocean City Beach is also a part of North Topsail Beach. In the late 1950s, it was a beach community where Black residents and visitors were welcomed. Most of the original homes were destroyed by a hurricane in 1954, but the sense of diversity and living among fellow beach lovers lives on throughout North Topsail Beach. North Topsail Beach has everything from waterfront condos to luxury estates with private docks. “The entire island has always been investment and commercially