Masonboro Sound vs The Cape

Wilmington, NC Neighborhood Comparison

Masonboro Sound's median sale price is $821k, about $308k (60%) more than The Cape's $512k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Masonboro Sound
$821k median
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Neighborhood B
The Cape
$512k median
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Masonboro Sound
Metric
The Cape
$821k
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Median Price
$512k
9/10
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School Rating
not compared: missing on one side
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Masonboro Sound
Median Price
100%
The Cape
Median Price
62%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Masonboro Sound or The Cape more expensive?

Masonboro Sound has a median home price of $821k and The Cape is $512k. The Cape is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Masonboro Sound or The Cape?

Masonboro Sound has a school rating of 9/10 and The Cape rates 0/10 (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. The Cape has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.