New Construction Homes Coming Soon: Introducing Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach

Del Webb is excited to introduce the new homes coming soon in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, offering an ideal spot in this beloved Brunswick County coastal town for active adults ready to make their next chapter count. Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach is a 55+ community being developed along Ocean Isle Beach Road on the North Carolina coast. Whether you’ve been eyeing new homes in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, or are just discovering this stunning stretch of Brunswick County beaches, we’re here to share what you need to know about this brand-new community.

Summary:

• Overview of the Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach Active Adult Community

• Location Highlights of Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach

• Types of New Homes Planned at Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach

• Active Adult Living in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina

• What to Expect Next for Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach

• New Homes in Ocean Isle Beach 55+ Community Summary

Overview of the Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach Active Adult Community

The Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach community will appeal to homebuyers seeking the North Carolina coastal lifestyle, the engagement of a connected neighborhood, and the home designs built for the way they live today. It’s a planned active adult community situated on approximately 338 acres in Brunswick County, North Carolina. This gated community is designed exclusively for 55+ residents, with at least one resident per household meeting that age requirement. The community will include 740 homesites, a resort-caliber amenity campus, and a lifestyle programming structure built on the same trusted foundation as other Del Webb active adult communities.

Location Highlights of Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach

The Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach 55+ community will be located on Ocean Isle Beach Road, the main thoroughfare connecting to Highway 17, offering residents easy access to the surrounding region.

Beyond the beach itself, the Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach community location puts residents in proximity to a wide range of conveniences and recreation:

• A Publix® supermarket is one mile away, and Lowe's is about six miles away.

• Retail shopping centers are within two miles.

• Downtown Shallotte is within seven miles.

• Downtown North Myrtle Beach is roughly 18 miles away.

• Novant Health® Brunswick Medical Center is approximately 15 miles away.

• Myrtle Beach International Airport is within 44 miles, while Wilmington International Airport is within 45 miles of the community.

Planned Amenities & Community Features

Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach will feature amenities designed to keep residents as active and connected as they want to be, including:

• A 20,000-square-foot clubhouse

• Fitness center with a yoga room

• Indoor pool

• Outdoor resort-style pool

• Outdoor grills with bar seating at the pool

• Fire pits

• Pickleball courts

• Bocce courts

• Outdoor amphitheater and lawn space for live music

• Multi-use indoor/outdoor commercial space

• On-site lifestyle director to coordinate events, clubs, and programming

Types of New Homes Planned at Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach

The Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach 55+ community will offer new home designs within three distinct product collections. These detached single-family homes will each be designed to meet different homebuyers’ space and lifestyle preferences.

• The Scenic Series features homes on 43-foot lots with floor plans ranging from approximately 1,345–1,581 square feet, all configured as two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath homes with two-car garages.

• The Distinctive Series offers 53-foot lots and floor plans ranging from roughly 1,600–1,987 square feet, with two bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths.

• The Echelon Series features 67-foot lots and floor plans ranging from approximately 2,179–2,712 square feet, including two-and-a-half-bath and three-and-a-half-bath layouts, as well as a three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath, three-car garage option.

Interior & Exterior Design Features

The available interior and exterior features at Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach will include Hardie® Plank siding, architectural shingles, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and tankless water heaters.

The floor plans are designed with the 55+ active adult lifestyle in mind, incorporating open-concept main living areas that work as well for hosting as they do for everyday life, thoughtful storage options, and layouts that integrate every square foot. Over 80% of the home lots are planned to back up to wetlands or ponds, which means a notable amount of homesites will offer peaceful, natural views.

Active Adult Living in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina

Ocean Isle Beach is a sought-after area for good reason. It’s a small barrier island town with a welcoming local atmosphere, a relaxed pace, and access to everything the Brunswick County coastline has to offer.

According to World Population Review, Ocean Isle Beach has a population of 965 residents with a median age of 67 as of 2026, and the city continues to grow 2.66% annually. In the broader Myrtle Beach area, the 55+ population comprises 61% of local households.

Golf players will discover plenty of beautiful courses in the area. The Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach active adult community is within an easy drive of more than 20 courses, with most open to the public. The Links at Brick Landing is five miles away, and Big Cats Golf at Ocean Ridge Plantation features four courses the avid golfer can choose from: Leopard's Chase, Panther's Run, Lion's Paw, and Tiger's Eye.

Additionally, Ocean Isle Fishing Center is where residents can book charters, launch boats, and browse local shops and dining options. Ocean Isle Beach Park is less than two miles away and offers tennis courts, basketball, walking areas, an amphitheater, a dog park, and ball fields. Town Center Park features an outdoor performance stage, playground, splash pad, and promenade.

For fishing enthusiasts, the Ocean Isle Beach Pier is a popular landmark, and the pier’s store stocks bait, tackle, and refreshments. Here, visitors and residents can fish, watch the sunrise, or simply take in the view.

Dining in and around Ocean Isle Beach offers ample fresh seafood and waterfront settings. Ocean Isle Fish Company, on the Intracoastal Waterway, receives its daily catch directly from fishing boats and features multiple dining levels, including a beach bar and tiki bar. The Isles Restaurant & Tiki Bar, Jinks Creek Waterfront Grille, and Sharky's Waterfront Restaurant are just a few of the options for residents who want casual, quality options.

What to Expect Next for Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach

The Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach 55+ community is in active development. Six model homes are planned, so potential homebuyers and future residents can get a firsthand look at the options for floor plans and finishes in these new construction homes in Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

If life in an active adult community in Ocean Isle Beach appeals to you, you can join the VIP list and schedule an appointment at the Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach community page. Once on the list, you’ll receive official updates, grand opening information, and opportunities to connect with a sales consultant. Signing up for these updates is the best way to stay informed about this unique over-55 community.

New Homes in Ocean Isle Beach 55+ Community Summary

Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach is a planned 55+ community in North Carolina’s sought-after coastal market, welcoming active adult homebuyers to a neighborhood designed around connection, activity, and low-maintenance living. Located along Ocean Isle Beach Road, the community offers convenient access to the beach, grocery, dining, retail options, and medical facilities in the Shallotte and North Myrtle Beach areas.

With a planned amenity campus, on-site lifestyle director, and three distinct home collections, Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach is designed to support a variety of needs and preferences for today’s 55+ homebuyer. The community’s new construction homes in Ocean Isle Beach feature designs that range from the 1,345-square-foot Scenic Series to Echelon Series floor plans with more than 2,700 square feet. These new homes in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, from Del Webb are designed for the way today’s active adults want to live. Amenities will include pickleball courts, an indoor pool, an outdoor resort-style pool, bocce courts, and a clubhouse to help bring neighbors together for an active, engaged lifestyle.

For active adults exploring new homes for sale in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach offers a meaningful option in a coastal North Carolina location with a strong 55+ population.

Explore the new active adult community at Del Webb Ocean Isle Beach today or browse additional community updates on the Del Webb blog.

Written By: Jordan Thomson, Freelance Writer

Last Updated: July 30, 2026