Pickleball Courts, Clubhouse Gym, Outdoor Fireplace, Pool

838 Wharton Avenue

Wilmington, NC 28412

$522,900

$263 per Sq.Ft.

Active
3 beds
2 baths
1985 Sq. Ft.
Residential
Built in 2022
MLS #100569050

3 beds

2 baths

1985 Sq. Ft.

Residential

Built in 2022

MLS #100569050

Better than new & designed for easy one-level living, this thoughtfully upgraded home is both stylish & functional, with an abundance of custom cabinetry & built-in storage. Built in 2022 & meticulously enhanced by the owner, it's ready for you to move right in & start enjoying the Riverlights lifestyle. Start your mornings on the peaceful screened porch, where you can sip your coffee as the day begins or recharge as the sun sets. It's the perfect extension of the home's inviting atmosphere. The living space is anchored by a sleek linear gas fireplace, creating a warm, modern focal point, flanked by custom built-ins, providing just the right touch of comfort during coastal Carolina's cooler seasons. The living space has a bright, open floor plan, perfect for entertaining & everyday living. The kitchen is both beautiful & practical, with reverse osmosis water filtration, custom storage & pull-out shelving, a custom pantry, & an expansive island. Upgraded LVP flooring runs throughout the home, with designer ceiling fans that add a polished touch to every room. The primary suite is a true retreat, with two closets & a walk-in shower. The laundry room has been upgraded with custom cabinetry, & there's a drop zone just inside the back door. Two more bedrooms at the front of the house share a hallway bath & provide flexibility for guests, a home office or hobbies. Other features include a 2-car attached garage, irrigation system & gutters. Life at Riverlights is hard to beat! Resort-style amenities include 2 pools, fitness centers, pickleball courts, trails & bike paths, dog parks, & a kayak launch on the community lake. Nearby Marina Village has restaurants, shopping, a riverwalk, community events & stunning Cape Fear River sunsets, all just 15 minutes from downtown Wilmington or Carolina Beach. More than a home, this is a statement of comfort, style, & elevated living in one of the southeast's premier neighborhoods. Schedule a showing today!

Interior Features

Total bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Full bathrooms

2 full bathrooms

Half bathrooms

0 half bathrooms

Kitchen appliances

Vented exhaust fan, gas cooktop, built-in microwave, built-in gas oven, washer, refrigerator, dryer, disposal, dishwasher

Interior features

Master downstairs, walk-in closet(s), high ceilings, solid surface, kitchen island, ceiling fan(s), pantry, walk-in shower

Flooring

Lvt/lvp, tile

Cooling

Central air

Heating

Electric, heat pump

Exterior Features

Lot size

0.13 acres

Water front

Fencing

None

Exterior features

Fiber cement

Roof

Architectural shingle

HOA Information

HOA

Yes

HOA fees

$1,260.00

HOA amenities

Waterfront community, clubhouse, community pool, dog park, fitness center, jogging path, maint - comm areas, maint - grounds, maint - roads, management, park, pickleball, picnic area, playground, restaurant, sidewalk, street lights, trail(s)

Utilities

Natural gas connected, sewer connected, water connected

Schools

Elementary school

Williams

Middle school

Myrtle Grove

High school

New Hanover

Other Information

Tax assessed value

$567,500.00

Tax amount

$3,339.75

Tax year

2025

Zoning

R-7

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