One of the largest master-planned communities on the East Coast — Brunswick Forest in Leland with an active adult section, Cape Fear National Golf Club, 100+ miles of paths, The Villages town center, and the lowest HOA of any major Wilmington 55+ community.
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Talk to a Specialist →Brunswick Forest is not a 55+ community in the traditional sense — it’s a large master-planned community of ~4,500 homes with a significant active adult population and a dedicated active adult section. The distinction matters for buyers: unlike Riverlights or Mallory Creek, Brunswick Forest is multi-generational. The active adult section has its own programming and social calendar, but residents will have neighbors of all ages in the broader community.
The draw is scale and value: the $155/month HOA is the lowest of any major Wilmington-area community with this amenity package. Cape Fear National Golf Club, The Villages town center with independent restaurants and services, 100+ miles of paths, and indoor pool access — all for significantly less monthly cost than Del Webb communities.
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