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1988 W Lake Shore Drive

Wilmington, NC 28401

$949,900

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Year built
1935

Listing provided courtesy of Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Hampstead MLS# 100596128

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About this property

Wilmington Property With 3 Separate Living Spaces | Greenfield Lake Location & Established Rental Income

Opportunity meets flexibility at 1988 West Lake Shore Drive, a distinctive Wilmington property directly across from Greenfield Lake and approximately 220 yards from Greenfield Lake Amphitheater. The property includes three separate spaces: a 3-bedroom, 3-bath main residence, a 2-bedroom, 2-bath Lake House, and an additional detached cottage-style structure currently used as the Lake Cottage.

The main residence features hardwood floors, fiber cement siding, generator setup, classic architectural character, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Outdoor features include an outdoor kitchen, enclosed exterior bathroom, tranquil fountain, 23 blueberry bushes, and an above-ground pool.

The Lake House has been thoughtfully renovated and currently operates as an established Airbnb short-term rental. It has earned Guest Favorite status with a 4.96-star rating across 332 reviews. The Lake Cottage has also earned Airbnb Guest Favorite status, with a 4.93-star rating across 123 reviews.

Together, the Lake House and Lake Cottage generated more than $51,000 in gross income during 2025, providing buyers with an established rental history to evaluate. The separate spaces create flexibility for owner occupancy with additional rental income, short-term rental use, extended stays, or other permitted uses.

Located near downtown Wilmington with Greenfield Lake directly across the street and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater approximately 220 yards away, 1988 West Lake Shore Drive combines multiple living spaces, established short-term rental performance, outdoor amenities, classic architectural character, and income potential in a highly distinctive Wilmington setting.

Important: The above-ground pool and Lake Cottage were not permitted.

Interior features

Bedrooms
3
Interior
Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Wet Bar, Blinds/Shades, Built-in Features, See Remarks
Appliances
Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Sump Pump
Flooring
LVT/LVP, Tile, Hardwood
Heating
Fireplace(s), Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
Multi Units
Fireplaces
1
Levels
Two

Exterior & grounds

Lot size (acres)
0.93
Lot dimensions
Irregular
Foundation
Slab, Crawl Space
Views
Lake
Exterior
Outdoor Kitchen, Irrigation System, Thermal Doors
Construction
See Remarks, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
Roof
Shingle
Parking
Circular Driveway, Gravel, Concrete, See Remarks, Assigned, On Site
Patio & porch
Open, Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
Fencing
Vinyl
Waterfront
No
Waterfront features
None
Pool / spa details
Above Ground, See Remarks

Community & association

Community
Woodlawn
Homeowners association
No

Utilities

Water source
Public

Schools

Elementary school
Sunset
Middle school
Williston
High school
New Hanover

School assignments should be independently verified with the school district.

Property information

Property type
Residential Income
Property subtype
Duplex
Year built
1935
New construction
No
MLS#
100596128
County
New Hanover
Zoning
R-5

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