The best part about Wilmington NC real estate is that not only does it offer great bargains in the area but also many hot properties in surrounding areas. One such town is Bald Head Island. it is a small town in Brunswick County on the east side of Cape Fear River. Residents use electric golf carts to move around the town as cars are not allowed. Bald Head Island real estate offers very picturesque and quiet retirement home options for everyone. This is a great time to buy a house there as prices are at record low levels and sellers outnumber the buyers, always a good thing for the buyer.