Septic permit in hand for a 4-bed! Cleared, surveyed and ready to build! Welcome to the water-access, waterfront community of Royal Palms! This coveted, gated neighborhood is located just minutes from the Intracoastal Waterway and Topsail Beaches. Lot 132 is a standout opportunity, offering rare advantages that make it hassle-free and build-ready, giving you a head start that few properties can match. The lot has not only been cleared and surveyed but has also completed soil testing. A marked building area is already in place, and future buyers are welcome to use the available professionally designed blueprints as-is or simply as inspiration for creating their own dream home. For added privacy, or even the option to build a second home, the neighboring Lot 138 is also available for purchase. You'll appreciate that the surrounding public greenery is owned by the HOA, giving your future home the feeling of a private coastal estate. Residents enjoy a serene day dock and water-access pier to the sound, designed like a peaceful nature walk. Along the way, you'll find an active osprey nest and endless bird-watching opportunities that highlight the natural beauty of the community. Lot 132 offers the perfect blend of convenience, nature, and coastal charm--an ideal place to build the life you've imagined. Back on market due to buyer change of heart. Septic permitting is underway.