$595,000

850 Wharton Ave Wilmington, NC 28412

$7,066
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
2,686 sqft
0.1 acres
$222 / sqft
House

Property details

About 850 Wharton Ave

Located in the amenity-rich RiverLights community, this thoughtfully designed home offers over 2,600 square feet of stylish and functional living space. A welcoming front porch leads into an open floor plan where the kitchen, living, and dining areas flow seamlessly. The kitchen features quartz countertops, a spacious island, stainless steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Luxury vinyl plank flooring extends throughout the main living areas, while the living room's gas log fireplace adds warmth and charm. The first floor includes a spacious primary suite with an en-suite bathroom, a guest bedroom, a second full bathroom, and a dedicated home office. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms, a loft, and a full bathroom provide flexibility, while a walk-in attic offers convenient storage. Additional features include a tankless water heater and an alley-access garage for enhanced privacy and curb appeal. RiverLights offers an exceptional lifestyle with resort-style amenities, including a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, playground, scenic walking trails, and abundant green space. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and the Cape Fear River, residents enjoy breathtaking sunsets from the community boardwalk and a vibrant community atmosphere.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingGas Pack, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size2,686 sqft
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built2022
ParkingConcrete, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
MLS #100488240
Attached garage2 spaces
Fireplace1

Summary

  • MLS Number: 100488240
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 14, 2022
Home Sold
$507,500
Dec 19, 2019
Home Sold
$249,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$443,700$3,749
2022$107,500$913
2021$107,500$919

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Mary C Williams Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

801 Silver Lake Rd

7

Dr John Codington Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

4321 Carolina Beach Rd

8

Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.8 mi

70 Sanders Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $61,816. Residents of Wilmington, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

24%
<35k
59%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

33%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • WingstopWingstop
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • NissanNissan
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 850 Wharton Ave

This home is located at 850 Wharton Ave in Wilmington, NC and zip code 28412 in the South Lake neighborhood. This 2,686 square foot home, which was built in 2022, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $595,000.

In February 2025, from all listings sold in Wilmington, NC there were more than 24 sold above asking price, over 119 sold below and more than 50 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Wilmington, NC increased by 10.4% between January and February 2025. In February 2025 median list price was $434,273 and the average listing age was 59 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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