708 Forest Hills Drive

Wilmington, NC 28403

$2,650,000

$408 per Sq.Ft.

Pending with Showings
5 beds
6 baths
6497 Sq. Ft.
Residential
Built in 1952
MLS #100565423

5 beds

6 baths

6497 Sq. Ft.

Residential

Built in 1952

MLS #100565423

Timeless elegance meets modern luxury in this stunning Georgian-style estate, three acre park-like setting in the highly sought-after Forest Hills community. Rich in history, this remarkable home was honored as the 2013 Azalea Festival ribbon-cutting residence and later featured on the 2020 Azalea Festival Garden Tour. Meticulously restored and reimagined in 2023-2024 by Kyle Lackey, the home showcases a thoughtfully redesigned floor plan paired with exceptional craftsmanship and designer finishes throughout. The state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen is a true showpiece, featuring marble countertops, custom cabinetry, oversized Sub-Zero appliances, dual wine coolers, and a well-appointed butler's pantry--perfect for seamless entertaining and catered events. A grand marble entry foyer welcomes you into sophisticated living spaces, including a formal dining room and an inviting family room with fireplace. The main level offers a flexible owner's suite option with a spacious private ensuite bath. Upstairs, the primary wing delivers a truly elevated retreat, complete with a custom Eggersman dressing room featuring a lit jewelry display and self-winding watch case, along with a private coffee bar and wine bar. The spa-inspired bath boasts a garden tub, oversized shower, and elegant marble accents. Additional highlights include a custom office and an expansive laundry suite with dual washers and dryers, plus built-in folding and workstations. Three generously sized guest suites each feature their own ensuite baths, providing comfort and privacy for family and visitors alike. The third level reveals a hidden speakeasy tucked behind a bookcase, offering a unique and unforgettable entertaining experience. The lower level is designed for relaxation and play, with a dedicated children's area and media room. Additional features include abundant storage, a whole-house generator, integrated sound system, framed televisions, and a comprehensive security camera system. This extraordinary property offers a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored historic home with every modern luxury in place--perfect for both grand entertaining and everyday living.

Interior Features

Total bedrooms

5 bedrooms

Full bathrooms

5 full bathrooms

Half bathrooms

2 half bathrooms

Kitchen appliances

Mini refrigerator, gas cooktop, built-in microwave, washer, self cleaning oven, refrigerator, ice maker, dryer, double oven, disposal, dishwasher, convection oven

Interior features

Master downstairs, walk-in closet(s), high ceilings, entrance foyer, solid surface, whole-home generator, bookcases, kitchen island, ceiling fan(s), pantry, walk-in shower, wet bar

Flooring

Marble, tile, wood

Cooling

Central air

Heating

Heat pump, fireplace(s), electric, natural gas

Exterior Features

Lot size

3 acres

Lot features

Wooded

Water front

Fencing

None

Exterior features

Brick

Roof

Slate

HOA Information

HOA

HOA amenities

No amenities

Utilities

Sewer connected, water connected

Schools

Elementary school

Forest Hills

Middle school

Williston

High school

New Hanover

Other Information

Tax assessed value

$2,077,600.00

Tax amount

$12,226.60

Tax year

2025

Zoning

R 15

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708 Forest Hills Drive