West Shore Expands Footprint in North Carolina with Acquisition and Rebrand of Evolve at North Shore in Sneads Ferry

October 21, 2024

(BOSTON, MA – October 21, 2024) – West Shore, a dynamic player in real estate investment with a sharp focus on acquiring and operating multifamily assets, is expanding its footprint in North Carolina with the exciting addition of Topsail North Shore Apartments (formerly Evolve at North Shore), a luxury apartment community nestled in the charming coastal town of Sneads Ferry. This marks the firm’s sixth acquisition in the state, pushing its portfolio to nearly 2,000 units across North Carolina and over 15,000 units nationwide.

Topsail North Shore offers residents a premier living experience with a range of modern one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans featuring lofty nine-foot ceilings, walk-in closets, private balconies, stainless steel appliances, under-mount kitchen sinks, beautiful granite countertops, and ceramic backsplashes. Select homes include a fenced-in turf yard. The community caters to a luxury lifestyle with an impressive suite of amenities, including a relaxing resort-style saltwater swimming pool, pool house featuring conversational seating and a fireplace, on-site dog park, pet wash, picnic and grilling pavilion, and playground. The spacious clubhouse also features a 24-hour fitness center with yoga and cycling rooms, a business center, game lounge, coffee bar, and golf simulator.

“The addition of Topsail North Shore further strengthens our strategic presence in the southeast region,” said Lee Rosenthal, President of West Shore. “We’re eager to expand further in North Carolina, a state with solid market fundamentals, and continue adding high-quality multifamily assets to our growing portfolio.”

Perfectly positioned for those craving the coastal lifestyle, Topsail at North Shore offers residents the closest multifamily living to North Topsail Beach, with seamless access to local dining, shopping, entertainment, and top employers. It’s also a gateway to the region’s best schools, parks, and major highways, ensuring both convenience and connectivity for its residents.

“Topsail North Shore captures the essence of coastal living, providing an exceptional lifestyle for the residents,” said Steven P. Rosenthal, Chairman of West Shore.

Located at 1001 Sundial Circle in Sneads Ferry, Topsail North Shore is your gateway to upscale coastal living. Find out more at TopSailNorthShore.com.

About West Shore


West Shore is a fully integrated real estate investment firm with a specific focus on the acquisition and management of multifamily assets. It is a dynamic, fast-growing company that blends an entrepreneurial approach to real estate with institutional investment discipline. Its principals are experienced management and real estate private equity executives. Boston-based West Shore was founded in 2016 and owns and operates a diverse portfolio of 52 multifamily properties in seven states, totaling over 16,500 units with a total market value of more than $4.0 billion. For more information about West Shore, please visit the company’s website at www.west-shore.com

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