One of the homes we feature last week has closed, another has lowered its price. Here is the list for May 28, 2021.
BEST DEAL IN LANDSDOWNE ESTATES
218 Devonshire Lane , Wilmington, NC 28409
In this market there are not many chances to get a four bedroom, 2,800 square foot home for under $400,000. This one is centrally located in the Landsdowne Estate subdivision. On the first floor is a formal dining room, living room with fireplace with gas logs, den, and eat in kitchen with butcher block countertops, stainless steel double oven dishwasher, and refrigerator. The laundry room also has a full bath that can accommodate a person in a wheelchair. All four bedrooms and two full baths are upstairs. Back porch has been enclosed and heated and is not included in total square ft. This home also features a two car garage attached by a screened in breezeway, handicap ramp at the back of the house. Improvements made by the current owner include: new HVAC including ducts, added insulation in crawlspace and attic, fully encapsulated crawlspace, all new windows, replaced all floors other than original hardwood. Asking price $371,000
This home is listed by Kim Keenan, Keller Williams Realty
BEST DEAL IN WATERFORD OF THE CAROLINAS
1230 Wood Lily Circle , Leland, NC 28451
This home got our attention after the owners cut their asking price by $30,000. It is now listed at $139.78 per square foot. That is $40 dollars per square foot lower than the next listed home in the neighborhood. This is a canal front property offers three bedrooms and three and a half baths, measuring more than 4,100 square feet. Features include new flooring and high ceilings in the open family room. Kitchen featuring a breakfast nook with a view of your covered porch and backyard water view. The first floor main bedroom suite consists of a huge main bedroom and bathroom along with an extra room previously used as an exercise room. The walk in closet can hold all seasons in one room. Off the main bedroom suite is a spacious office, two additional bedrooms and a bathroom. The second floor features an additional bonus room with bathroom and walk in closet. Asking price $585,000
This home is listed by Dana Blanks, Dana Blanks Real Estate Inc.
BEST DEAL ON A WILMINGTON TOWNHOME
7419 Promontory Court , Wilmington, NC 28412
UPDATE: PENDING WITH SHOWINGS
We think this is a good deal, but the catch is you have to be willing to wait almost a year before moving in. The current owners are in the process of constructing their next home. Since they will have no place to go before it is done, they are are looking to sell this townhome to someone who will lease back the property for up to a year. This three bedroom, two and a half bath unit measures just under 2,500 square feet. It is located in the Telfair Summit neighborhood. very close to Snows Cut Bridge. The owners have lupgraded the kitchen and pantry and added a large screened-in porch. This home also has–surprise!–a basement with workshop…almost unheard of in a townhome. The main level includes a sun-filled owner’s suite, hardwood floors, large pantry, living room with dramatic, vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, powder room and formal dining room. Upstairs are two guest bedrooms, separate flex room to use however you like, and full bath, and a large, open bonus room/loft that provides a second living area for family and guests. A two-car garage, central house vacuum, water softener and a roof were all replaced in 2018. The HOA covers exterior paint and roof, lawn, trash, pest control, street lights, road maintenance, and water for irrigation. Monthly HOA fees are $300, plus there is a separate quarterly assessment of $487.50 for master insurance; total combined cost is $5,550/year. Asking price $300,000, or a $120.87 per square foot.
This home is listed by Mary Blake, Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB
BEST DEAL ON A 100 YEAR OLD HOME
112 N College Street , Atkinson, NC 28421
UPDATE: PENDING WITH SHOWINGS
This American Colonial Foursquare Style home is known as the Flynn Shaffer home. It’s located in the town of Atkinson in Pender County. The five bedroom, three bathroom home measures 2,450 square feet. It was built in circa 1913 for William James Flynn, a timber estimator and local justice of the peace. The home stayed in the Flynn family until 2017. The current owners have updated and modernized the property. Features include a large front porch that runs most of the length of the house. Inside is full of old charm from the handmade wood trim, twelve foot ceilings and newly finished original heart pine tongue and groove floors. This lot is measures 1.3 acres making it prime for subdividing and adding income properties. As part of the renovations the current owners put in a new roof, new plumbing and new electrical. They installed a kitchen and updated bathrooms in 2017. This home sits on a lot in the heart of Atkinson a block from the Town Hall, Library, Black River Health Center/pharmacy and the Post Office. It is located about 30 minutest o downtown Wilmington! Asking price $239,000.
This home is listed by Joana Cappi, RE/MAX Executive
BEST DEAL IN LANDFALL
2020 Graywalsh Drive , Wilmington, NC 28405
PRICE REDUCED BY $19,000
Currently there are 25 homes for sale in Landfall. Only three of them are listed for under $200 per square foot. The one we have chosen as the Best Deal recently lowered its priceby $10,000. It measures just over 3,000 square feet, offering four bedrooms and four baths. Features include hardwood floors, wet bar, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and solid surface kitchen tops, a master suite with soaking tub and large walk-in closet, and screened porch that overlooks a pond. Asking price $550,000 (182.54 per square foot.)
This home is listed by Sandy Monroe & Assoc. Team, Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
BEST DEAL ON A HOME WITH AT LEAST FIVE BEDROOMS
318 Holmes Street , Shallotte, NC 28470
UPDATE: PENDING WITH SHOWINGS
This five bedroom, three and a half bath home is located in Shallotte. This home offers plenty of living space, measuring 2,880 square feet. It is located in a very quiet section of town, on a third of an acre that overlooks the marsh. It is easily accessible to shopping, restaurants and downtown Shallotte. Great for large families, or possibly even a summer rental with just a short drive to Ocean Isle and Sunset Beaches. NO HOA. Asking price $299,999
This home is listed by Anna Arlington & Kathy Stamp, Coastal Destination Properties, LLC
BEST DEAL IN BAYSHORE ESTATES
510 Highgreen Drive , Wilmington, NC 28411
UPDATE: PENDING WITH SHOWINGS
At $128.71 per square foot this is the lowest price home in Bayshore Estates. It measures just under 3,900 square feet with three bedrooms and three bathrooms plus n attached apartment with another bedroom, office, full kitchen and full bathroom also with its own separate private entrance. The open floor plan of the main home brings in tons of natural light. The kitchen features granite countertops, with breakfast nook overlooking living room along with formal dining room. You have a separate office area that leads to your enormous 33 X 21 first floor bonus room with full bathroom and mud room. Upstairs features your master bedroom with private ensuite bathroom. Two other bedrooms with full bath. The third floor is a great extra bonus space. Outside features a huge screened porch overlooking your large yard with over half an acre fenced in lot with a large detached building for all of your storage needs . Bayshore Estates has NO HOA but offers rare optional water access at its own neighborhood private boat ramp. Asking price $499,900
This home is listed by Sabourin Homes Team, Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
BEST DEAL IN SHENANDOAH WOODS
1231 Sherman Oaks Drive , Wilmington, NC 28411
UPDATE: PENDING WITH SHOWINGS
This home is listed at just $107.24 per square foot. This four bedroom three and half bath colonial style home includes an attached apartment. Combined there are more than 4,900 square feet of living space. The main home includes four bedrooms and three and half baths, with a two bedroom, two bath downstairs apartment. The upstairs living area includes a large foyer and living room with a grand staircase, vaulted ceilings, and a balcony. The master suite has two walk-in closets and a double vanity in the master bathroom. Each unit has its own driveway with plenty of space to accommodate a number of cars or boats. The large backyard includes a wired workshop, and, in the adjoining lot which is also for sale, an above-ground pool. The heating and cooling systems in the home are powered by an energy efficient geothermal system. Asking price $515,000
This home is listed by Clayton Hamerski, Keller Williams Realty
This report is presented by the team at Just For Buyers Realty. As the name implies, Just For Buyers Realty serves only buyers. In a state where buyers purchase real estate at their own risk, the company’s mission is to serve as Superheroes for Buyers. Since we don’t represent sellers or homes, we are in a unique and unbiased position to report on the current state of the tri-county area’s housing market. This list is somewhat objective, taking into account variables like price per square foot. But, it is also subjective, factoring in our team of experts’ judgment calls on which properties they believe represent the best bang for the buck. While not everyone may agree with our choices, to be sure, you can be certain our opinions are independent since we do not represent these properties or have a vested interest in their sale. Contact Just For Buyers Realty by calling 910-202-4813 or e-mailing info@JustForBuyersRealty.com, or visit www.JustForBuyersRealty.com.