Welcome to Lot 138 in the coveted, gated community of Royal Palms. This is a rare opportunity to own 1.82 acres of land in a lush, waterfront, water-access neighborhood just minutes from the coast. With soil testing already completed, you can begin building your dream home with confidence and ease. This expansive homesite is bordered by HOA-protected green space for enhanced privacy and can also be purchased together with neighboring Lot 132 for an even larger estate. Lot 132 also includes completed soil testing, a survey, and ready-to-build blueprints. Water-access communities offering this level of space, tranquility, and natural beauty are few and far between. Spend your days boating on the sound and your evenings watching ospreys soar at sunset from the community day dock. Located just minutes from Topsail's pristine beaches, convenient shopping, and the Intracoastal Waterway, this lot is the perfect place to begin your next chapter.