838 Wharton Avenue

Off Market

838 Wharton Avenue

Wilmington NC 28412

1985 sq. ft.

5706 sq. ft.

Single-Family

Last sold for $516,000

Mary Kaye Hester, last sold this property on 30 June 2026 after 67 days on market.

Overview

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!

Features

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 carspaces

2 garage spaces

1985 sq. ft. floor area

5706 sq. ft. lot size

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom single-family properties sold in Wilmington over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 838 Wharton Avenue is $433.92k.

Median value

$433.92k

Estimated value range

$159.5k - $1.38m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

-1%

decrease over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Wilmington. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 838 Wharton Avenue

2026

Sold

$516,000

30 Jun 2026 by Mary Kaye Hester, of Nest Realty

2022

Sold

$539,399

30 Dec 2022 by Tyler Henrikson, of The Braddock Group, LLC

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94% of sellers in Wilmington reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

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Local market activity for 3 bedroom single-family properties in Wilmington

In the last 12 months, 411 three-bedroom single-family properties similar to 838 Wharton Avenue, have been sold.

This represents a 11% increase in three-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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