Living in Bolivia
Tucked in the heart of Brunswick County, Bolivia is a quiet and proudly historic gem of coastal North Carolina. Serving as the county seat of Brunswick County, it sits about 50 miles north of Myrtle Beach, SC, and less than 20 miles southeast of Wilmington, NC  — making it an ideal base for exploring the best of the Cape Fear region. Bolivia spans just 0.64 square miles of land , giving it a true small-town feel where neighbors know each other by name. With a 2026 population of around 306 and a median age of 37.5 years, it’s a community growing steadily  while holding tight to its roots. The town was first settled by European Americans in the 1890s and officially incorporated in 1911 , with a post office that has served residents since 1892. Its intriguing name is believed to come from the South American nation — a fun conversation starter for any visitor. Brunswick County is celebrated for its superior quality of life, and Bolivia reflects that reputation — a fishing, hunting, and golfing paradise alive with natural beauty and a warm year-round climate.
About the Area
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Average List Price
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$419,957
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Bolivia
Bolivia, NC has something in common with the actual country of Bolivia, both are landlocked, both are underestimated, and both are far more interesting than people expect. As Brunswick County's seat of government, this town of roughly 200 people carries outsized civic weight: county commissioners, courts, and records have been rooted here since Brunswick County was carved out in 1764. The name origin? Historians believe it honors Simón Bolívar, the South American liberator, though whether that was a romantic gesture or a happy coincidence is still up for debate at the local diner. What's not up for debate is the value. With land starting in the five figures and single-family homes regularly available under $300,000, Bolivia is where savvy Brunswick County buyers plant flags before the crowd arrives, and that crowd is absolutely on its way. New construction has been quietly filling in the surrounding pinelands, and investors tracking Brunswick County's 20%+ population growth over the last decade know exactly why. The beach? It's thirty minutes east. The price difference? It's thirty percent less. That math doesn't require a degree from UNCW to work out.
Find Your Home In Bolivia
Bolivia sits at the heart of Brunswick County with land, new construction, and affordable homes that give buyers options the beach towns simply can't match on price. If you're looking for space, value, and a short drive to the coast, this is your market. Our brokers know the inland Brunswick County landscape as well as they know the shoreline. Browse listings below to get started.
