Masonboro Sound vs River Lights

Wilmington, NC Neighborhood Comparison

Masonboro Sound's median sale price is $821k, about $293k (56%) more than River Lights' $527k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Masonboro Sound
$821k median
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Neighborhood B
River Lights
$527k median
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Masonboro Sound
Metric
River Lights
$821k
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Median Price
$527k
9/10
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School Rating
7/10
Masonboro Sound
Median Price
100%
School Rating
100%
River Lights
Median Price
64%
School Rating
78%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Masonboro Sound or River Lights more expensive?

Masonboro Sound has a median home price of $821k and River Lights is $527k. River Lights is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Masonboro Sound or River Lights?

Masonboro Sound has a school rating of 9/10 and River Lights rates 7/10 (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Masonboro Sound has no Walk Score on file. River Lights has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.