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Neighborhood Review: Shore Acres

Neighborhood Review: Shore Acres

Shore Acres is a beautifully quaint neighborhood in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Located just south of Figure Eight Island, Shore Acres provides its residents with expansive stretches of sandy beaches and naturally scenic surroundings.

If you’re in the market for Wilmington North Carolina homes in a beachside setting, then get to know Shore Acres better with this neighborhood review.

Shore Acres is Great for Families and Retirees Alike

The quiet seaside atmosphere and small town feel of Shore Acres makes it appealing to both families and retirees looking for a safe haven to call home. This laid-back community relishes the easygoing lifestyle. You’re unlikely to find late night parties or loud, rowdy events happening here.

In Shore Acres, common activities include taking leisurely walks along the beach, flying kites surfside, riding bicycles, reading books, fishing, and soaking up the sun’s rays. Of course, the island has its fair share of excellent restaurants and shopping outlets, so enjoying the finer side of life is also an ongoing activity here.

Shore Acres Demographics

The median age of the residents at Shore Acres is 36 years old. Its population is 53.1% female and 46.9% male with 47.6% being married. Approximately 56.5% of its adult residents are employed in white collar jobs with an average household income of $56,522.

Crime Rates at Shore Acres

According to data compiled by Onboard Infomatics, the crime rate in Shore Acres is slightly above the national average, with it coming it at 199 compared with the national average of 100. The most common type of crime committed in Shore Acres is burglary with murder being the lowest crime risk for the community.

Styles of Homes Available at Shore Acres

Shore Acres features a range of home styles, most are cottages or traditional styles. Being an island, a large percentage of the waterfront homes there have access to the Banks Channel. Although this community features homes built from the 1950s through the 2010s, all homes built after the 1970s have been built with hurricane resistant features. Shore Acres also features some homes that date back as far as the 1890s, most of which have been restored and preserved.

Because Shore Acres is in a high-risk flood zone, the community is subject to occasional mandatory hurricane evacuations and access to the island can be restricted for a few days in the event a hurricane hits.

The average selling price for a home on Shore Acres Island is $856,139, although some of the larger estates carry price tags as high as $3 million.

Nearby Attractions and Amenities

Shore Acres is conveniently located close to a number of Wilmington’s best attractions such as Mayfaire, Wrightsville Beach Park, and Independence Mall but the most popular one is, of course, the beautiful beaches of Wrightsville Beach. It’s also just ten short miles from downtown Wilmington, the Battleship North Carolina, the historic Burgwin-Wright House Museum, the Cameron Art Museum, and so much more.

Just For Buyers Realty Helps People Get Into Wilmington North Carolina Homes

There’s nothing like living the coastal lifestyle and Shore Acres is a great place to do it. Just For Buyers Realty can help you sort through Wilmington North Carolina homes that best fit your needs and budget. If you’re interested in living on Shore Acres Island, give us a call today at 910-202-4813 and one of our licensed exclusive buyer’s agents will be happy to help you find the perfect home for your family or for your retirement.

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