Coastal Retirement Living

For homebuyers exploring retirement communities along the North Carolina coast, St. James offers a lifestyle built around comfort, connection, recreation, and everyday enjoyment. Located near Southport, NC, this established coastal community brings together beautiful homes, resort-style amenities, social opportunities, and convenient access to the places people love most.

Whether you are ready to retire, planning your next chapter, or simply looking for a more active way of life near the coast, St. James gives you the freedom to live well in a place that feels relaxed, welcoming, and full of possibility.

More Than a Retirement Community

St. James is more than a retirement community. It is a coastal lifestyle designed for people who want more from where they live.

For those comparing active retirement communities or looking for a retirement living community in North Carolina, St. James offers a rare mix of privacy, natural beauty, recreation, and social connection. Days can be spent on the golf course, walking scenic trails, meeting friends at the club, relaxing near the water, or simply enjoying a quiet morning from home.

Here, retirement does not mean slowing down. It means having more time to enjoy the lifestyle you have worked hard to create.

Find a Home That Fits Your Next Chapter

Your next home should support the way you want to live now. St. James offers a variety of real estate opportunities for retirement buyers, including homesites, resale homes, and new home options throughout the community.

Whether you are downsizing, right-sizing, relocating to the coast, or searching for a retirement neighborhood with more lifestyle built in, St. James Properties can help you explore available homes and neighborhoods that match your goals.

With convenient access to Southport, Oak Island, Wilmington, beaches, restaurants, healthcare, and everyday services, St. James offers the peaceful feel of a coastal retreat without feeling far from what you need.

Our Clubs

Each club caters to all tastes and needs. You’ll love the welcoming come-on-in club lifestyle here at St. James!

St. James Relocation Guide

Download our relocation guide and discover why our homeowners love St. James Plantation!