I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving.  I sure did.  In addition to getting to spend time with family, I had the opportunity to show some really nice homes to a successful, young couple from out of state.  We toured homes in Landfall, Demarest Landing, Shinn Creek Estates, Greenville Manor, and Georgetowne.

As I was preparing for my writing schedule for this week on The Wilmington Search, I decided to post some photos of the tour I did at the end of this short post and give you an update on what we will be writing about in the month of December.

IN DECEMBER:  Getting Up-to-Date on the Local Housing Market Here in Wilmington NC

A lot has been happening over the last few months in our economy and in the housing market.  More than ever, my clients are asking for information on how the real estate market is doing here in Wilmington NC.  So I wanted to give you a heads up, especially those who are email subscribers to The Wilmington Search, that I will be posting more frequently than normal throughout December.  I will be covering the market from many different angles as well as looking at submarkets, like Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach, and new construction to name a few.  I will be using a lot of graphs and a lot of data.  So get ready to put on your numbers hat.  And if you are not a numbers person, don’t worry, I will be breaking it down so that it is easy to understand.  And if you ever have a question, feel free to leave a comment and I will post my response to your question.

Upcoming this Week on The Wilmington Search

Coming this week on the The Wilmington Search, I will be posting some new Wilmington NC Real Estate Market Updates where we will break the entire market down and look at what is happening in the market in each price bracket.  I will also be introducing my wife, Cheri Dowdy, as a new contributor to The Wilmington Search.  Formally a teacher, she has taught in both New Hanover County and Brunswick County and will be writing about the local area schools.  This week, she will be sharing about the new school redistricting plan.

And now for the home tour…

New Home on Lake | Landfall Home | New Construction | Wilmington NC

Brand new construction in Landfall and very affordable for Landfall. There are a few areas that could use an upgrade, but ultimately, this house does have good value for the price.

[The first home in Landfall I showed to buyers the day before Thanksgiving.]

Dining Room | Landfall Home | New Construction | Wilmington NC

I love the arches and vaulted ceilings in the dining room of this home.

Kitchen | Landfall Home | New Construction | Wilmington NC

Shot of the kitchen. Not amazing, but this house is on the market for $799, so it does fit the price range of this home.

Granite Countertop | Landfall Home | New Construction | Wilmington NC

Living Room | Landfall Home | New Construction | Wilmington NC

Spacious living room with lots of windows. The views out of these windows are of a small lake within Landfall.

New Home with a Big Yard | Landfall Home | Wilmington NC

Fairly new home in Landfall right at a million. This was a really nice home with many great features, including a huge game room. Corner lot, with a nice yard with lots of space on the side and a pool in the back for summer fun.

[The second home in Landfall I showed to buyers the day before Thanksgiving.]

New Home with Pool | Landfall Home | Wilmington NC

Pool in backyard.  Pool and Hot Tub are heated and the waterslide has a waterpump.  Excellent landscaping along with a great patio for grilling.

Sitting Area Overlooking the Great Room | Landfall Home | Wilmington NC

Well, I hope you enjoyed the pictures and are looking forward to the upcoming market reports.

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In part seven, I want to give you my personal thoughts on the pros and cons of living in Midtown – Wilmington NC.

And of course, this is part of a 7 part post series on what you should know about 28403:

1. University of North Carolina of Wilmington

2. Main Shopping Areas

3. Parks & Recreation

4. Schools

5. Medical Facilities

6. General Areas to Live

7. Pros & Cons about Living in Midtown/28403

So let’s talk about…

7.  Pros & Cons of Living in Midtown

The Pros

In part six, I want to give you a general overview of the area of 28403.  This post is not meant to be comprehensive, but rather to give you some points of reference in terms of neighborhoods and building styles as you learn more about the real estate market here in Wilmington NC.

I plan on writing this multi-part series for each zip code in New Hanover County and I plan to have the entire series written before posting any parts so that they will publish seamlessly unlike this series.  So look for the rest of the zip codes in future posts here on The Wilmington Search.

And of course, this is part of a 7 part post series on what you should know about 28403:

1. University of North Carolina of Wilmington

2. Main Shopping Areas

3. Parks & Recreation

4. Schools

5. Medical Facilities

6. General Areas to Live

7. Pros & Cons about Living in Midtown/28403

So let’s talk about…

6.  General Areas to Live

Historic & Stately Homes

Wilmington’s Historic District is located in zip code 28401, by the Cape Fear River in Downtown Wilmington NC.  The Historic Homes I am referring to in the 28403 zip code are not as old as those in the downtown area, but they do offer the opportunity to take the old world charm of yesterday and create a living experience to be both enjoyed and envied.

If you are looking for the older stately home, you will want to check out these neighborhoods.

Forest Hills

• Price Range: $400s to $1m+
• Square Footage range: 2000 – 5000+
• Age of Homes: early 1900s to 2007
• On My Platial Map

Highland Hills and Glen Meade

• Price Range: $300s to $2m+
• Square Footage range: 1800 to 6,000+
• Age of Homes: 1950s to 2000s
• On My Platial Map

Cottages and Bungalows

Cottages and Bungalows have had a popularity resurgence over the last few years and Wilmington has been no exception. Many neighborhoods have been targeted for renovating these lovely homes and those areas are up and coming areas.  Of course, the slow market has slowed down progress of transitioning neighborhoods.  This can mean possible opportunities for the savvy buyer.

Carolina Place

• Price Range: $100s to upper $300s
• Square Footage range: 800 to 2,000+
• Age of Homes: 1900s to 2007
• On My Platial Map

Brookwood

• Price Range: $200s to upper $400s
• Square Footage range: 1200 to 2600
• Age of Homes: 1900s to 2000s
• On My Platial Map

New Communities

Many of the communities in the 28403 zip code are older, there are a few areas where you can find new construction or recently built homes.  Typically, new communities are smaller in size in midtown except for one huge exception – Autumn Hall.

Autumn Hall

• This community is currently under construction and we do not have the full scope of details yet.
• Price Range: $800s to $1m+++?
• Square Footage range: 3,000 to ???
• Age of Homes: 2008
• On My Platial Map

Airlie Forest

• An example of a smaller new community.
• Price Range: $600s to $800s
• Square Footage range: 2600 to 4100
• Age of Homes: 2002 to 2008
• On My Platial Map

Single Spec Homes

Spec homes are newly constructed homes that are built on speculation of a buyer wanting to the buy the home after it has been built – contrasted to custom built homes that are built by a builder that has been hired by a buyer.  Throughout midtown, it is not uncommon to find homes that have been recently built within older neighborhoods.  This is significant for those who are looking for a newer home but still love the charm of mature neighborhoods.

Affordable Homes

First time home buyers are typically looking to spend $100,000 to $175,000.  There are several older condominium communities available as well as townhouse communities.  Midtown is typically a bit pricier than outlying areas due to the convenience of the location.  Single family stick built homes are typically in need of repairs and can be a great investment opportunity for the homebuyer who is willing to pull up their sleeves and put some sweat equity into their home purchase.

Investment Opportunities

It is my personal opinion that Midtown is a great focal point for picking up investment property.  But not all locations in midtown are created equal.  Much sifting is required to find that gem.  But the nearness of the college makes this area ideal for real estate investing.

Neighborhoods Close to the Water

As for communities close to water, specifically marsh front, creek front and the intracoastal waterway, 28403 has some of the most desirable neighborhoods in Wilmington NC.  This is due to the convenience of being in the center of town and near Wrightsville Beach NC.  Another interesting note is the low turnover rate of water access neighborhood homeowners in the 28403 zip code, especially off of Airlie Rd.

Bradley Creek Pointe

• Creek front and Intracoastal Waterfront
• Price Range: $700s to $3m+
• Square Footage range: 2200 to 7000+
• Age of Homes: 1970s to 2000s
• On My Platial Map

Parsley Woods

• Creek front and Marsh front
• Price Range: $500s to $900s
• Square Footage range: 2900 to 4000+
• Age of Homes: 1990s to 2000s
• On My Platial Map

Wilmington NC has many wonderful neighborhoods, but there are none that can compare to Landfall.  Not only is Landfall unique to Wilmington; it is unique for many, many miles.

In fact,  check out the first sentence of the Country Club of Landfall’s Mission Statement:

It is our intent that the Country Club of Landfall be viewed as one of the most desirable Country Clubs in North Carolina.

An Overview

Landfall is a gated golf community which spans across roughly 2,200 acres bordering the Intracoastal Waterway and Howe’s Creek.  Just outside of Landfall are some of the most sought after shopping and dining locations in all of Wilmington NC .  From the Eastwood Gate, Wrightsville Beach is just minutes away.

If you are looking for fine coastal living, Landfall probably has exactly what you are looking for.

Landfall Homes

Inside Landfall, you will find aproximately 2000 homes that are all luxuriously appointed and carefully landscaped to perfection.  Most homes in Landfall are custom built dream homes.  Many feature award winning architecture and have been featured in local magazines like Focus on the Coast, Wilmington Magazine, and Wrightsville Beach Magazine.

Most of the homes in Landfall are situated on spacious lots with some areas like the Highlands of Landfall providing estate size lots.  There are also a few neighborhood communities within Landfall with smaller lots, designed for the buyer looking for less work in the yard.

Bodies of water are found all throughout Landfall along with unsurpassed Intracoastal water views.  It is not uncommon to find the Intracoastal Waterway homes in Landfall reaching into the millions.  Many of these waterfront custom built homes look like they belong in Beverly Hills CA, but I must admit, I would much prefer the Intracoastal views over Beverly Hills any day.

The Landfall Lifestyle

Landfall is not just a community of beautiful homes.  Frankly, it is a lifestyle.  The amenities for recreation, relaxation, and socializing mirrors that of a resort.

Golf

Landfall offers 45 holes of world-class golf.  The 27 hole Jack Nicklaus course was designed by the master golf professional himself.  Another 18 holes were designed by the highly esteemed Pete Dye.  In addition to the challenging game these two golf courses provide, views of the Intracoastal Waterway and Howe’s Creek make golf in Landfall a true retreat from the hectic pace of life.

Clubhouses

Two separate clubhouses serve the Jack Nicklaus and Pete Dye courses.  The Landfall Clubhouse, serving the Jack Nicklaus course, is dedicated to a variety of uses.  The Landfall Clubhouse features fine and casual dining as well as banquet facilities, a ballroom, card and locker rooms.  The Pete Dye Clubhouse hosts special event dining.  Both clubhouses offer golf shops with a wide variety of equipment and clothing.

Sport’s Center

Landfall’s sport amenities do not stop with golf.  A 14 tennis court Sport Center designed by Cliff Drysdale is available for the tennis aficionado:  3 grass, 2 Har-Tru and 2 hard surface.  An onsite staff offers instruction programs for all ages and abilities.  The Cliff Drysdale Sports Center also offers a 1,600 square foot state-of-the-art fitness center with cardiovascular equipment, a weight training area, personal trainers, exercise classes, an 1,150 square foot aerobics room and massage therapy.  And if the day gets too hot, or you need a water aerobic workout, next door is an Olympic-sized pool, as well as, a toddler pool.

And More…

As if that wasn’t enough, Landfall has walking trails, soccer and softball fields, and basketball and volleyball courts.  Weddings are often featured at the beautiful Temple Gardens and Kenans Chapel.

Country Club Membership for Residents and Non-Residents

Now if you are looking for a beautiful home to buy without the extra amenities, club membership is not required.  On the same note, if you do not live in Landfall but would like to join the Country Club of Landfall, a Non-Resident membership is possible.

Full Membership

At the time of this writing (and these details are subject to change), full membership for Landfall residents is $55,000 and $60,000 for Non Property Owners.  Full Membership includes social events as well as access to all sports facilities.

Sports Membership

If you are looking for just the sports facilities, a Sports Membership is available at $18,000 for Landfall property owners and $20,000 for Non Landfall Residents.  There is also a monthly fee in addition to the initiation fee.  To learn more about Club Membership Click Here or call (910) 256-8411 for the most up to date information.

My Local Landfall Perspective

As a local Realtor, I personally love the homes in Landfall.  One of the things I like to point out to my clients is the market that exists within Landfall.  If I have a client who is in the market for a home that is $600,000 or above and gives me any indication that resale value is important, then my mission is to find locations where the properties have comparable values.  Buying a home for $800,000 where all the other homes in the vacinity are selling for $400,000 to $500,000 means market exposure when it comes time to sell.

From this purely technical perspective, I appreciate Landfall.  For Landfall, $800,000 would be a middle of the road price for a home.  This does not mean Landfall’s real estate market will necessarily out perform other real estate markets.  Rather, Landfall has the appropriate range of prices for luxury homes which creates a safeguard for your home’s value.

There is also the value of the brand “Landfall”.  The Country Club of Landfall, as well as, the Landfall Home Owner’s Association have worked hard to develop this distinguished brand.  In the consumer world, brands become synomous for a consumer’s trust in the quality the brand represents.  How does that translate in real estate?  “I have a ‘Landfall‘ home to sell.”  The Landfall brand immediately positions your home without mentioning features or price to a Wilmington local.

Luxury Home Shopping?

If you are considering a purchase in Landfall or would like to learn of other Wilmington neighborhoods with luxury or waterfront homes, feel free to contact me directly at (910)431-1655 or fill out this Contact Form.

Currently, there is quite a bit of inventory in the $600,000 to $1,000,000+ price range, of which I am familiar with.  In addition to mapping out a game plan for your next home purchase, I will educate you on the current market with a local Wilmington real estate market report which shows you what is currently happening in each price bracket.  This insider knowledge puts you in the driver’s seat, giving you an edge on the competition and leverage in negotiations.  I look forward to hearing from you and happy house hunting!

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• Living on the Water in Wilmington NC [Waterfront Community Profile: Summer Rest]
• Live Where You Shop! [Mayfaire Townview Condos]

Community Description:

As you turn onto Summer Rest Rd., just shy of crossing the Wrightsville Beach bridge, you immediately shift gears and slow down. Though the speed limit is 9mph, I am not referring to your car. 

Summer Rest, in my opinion, is one of the very best locations in all of Wilmington. The name Summer Rest says it all. The gear shifting I am referring to is attitude.  When you drive down Summer Rest, better yet, live in Summer Rest, you are reminded of why Wilmington NC is such a great place to live. 

Life slows down in Summer Rest.

Homes in Summer Rest are nestled naturally underneath mature live oak trees with picturesque Spanish moss hanging from the limbs, gently swaying to the coastal breeze of the intracoastal waterway. Homes located on Summer Rest Rd. boast incomparable intracoastal views. Most of these homes have boat slips, giving easy access to a lazy day on the blue Atlantic waterways that embrace Wilmington’s mainland. Homes off of Summer Rest Rd. enjoy the tranquility of quiet enjoyment underneath the mature trees and lush landscaping. 

At the end of Summer Rest Rd. is Summer Rest trail, a paved nature trail that meanders along one of Landfall’s walls. A nature’s retreat, Summer Rest trail leads to the business park where the Port City Chop House is located.

Speaking of restaurants, some of Wilmington’s finest restaurants are in walking distance from Summer Rest: Boca Bay, The Bridgetender, and Airlie Grille. The Dockside as well as the fine restaurants at Lumina Station are a very short drive away. Not to mention, Wrightsville Beach and the loop are a short bike ride away.

How many homes does this community have? 50 – 60 Homes (Only 14 Waterfront Homes)

Price Range: Upper $600s to $3m+

Style of Homes: Low Country, Cottage, Traditional, Transitional (all custom built with a variety of architectural styles)

Square Footage Range: 1500 to 6000+

Age of Homes: Early 1900s to 2004

Pros: Breathtaking views of the intracoastal waterways, boatslips for homes on Summer Rest Rd., Quiet neighborhood, convinient to Wrightsville Beach and nearby shopping.

Cons: Can’t think of any.

2007 Sales Activity: None. Homes are rarely for sale in Summer Rest.

For More Information:

Contact Walt Dowdy today for a free list of homes currently available in Summer Rest. Simply fill out this form and type in the comments box “List of Current Available Homes in Summer Rest”. You will receive the list of homes via email with no-obligation.

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Getting to Know the Area 

If you are considering relocating to Wilmington NC, getting to know the area should be one of the most important things you do.

Why?

You don’t want to make a bad decision about where to live.

• Where will my kids go to school?
• What areas are prone to constant crime?
• Which areas have the best shopping?
• Which areas are in flood zones?

When you learn the area before you move, you will feel less overwhelmed about relocating and more confident about your decision to move.

So how do you get to know Wilmington NC when You don’t live anywhere near Wilmington NC?

The easy answer?

Online maps that break down the southeastern NC coastal area into bite size pieces.

The problem with online maps is that they are scattered all over the web and are many times located inconspicously on websites you may or may not even know about.  But don’t fret.  I have searched the web high and low and have compiled a list of interactive maps that can help you get to know the Wilmington NC area better.

1.   How do I locate Homes for Sale?

MLS Finder has a great map feature that allows you to plug in your search criteria and then shows you where available homes are located on a map.  You can click on the icon for more details on each property.  When you view the details of an individual property, you can use the map feature to show nearby shopping, schools, restaurants, and much more.

I suggest you save your searches using SearchSaver.  This way you can save multiple types of searches to see how the results may vary.  You may want to compare homes that come up in a search of New Hanover County to a search of Brunswick County.

Once you have set up your SearchSaver account, you can:

• Save homes you like to a favorites folder so you don’t forget which homes stood out to you
• Get emails of homes as they come on the market (this can be turned on and off by you)
• Conveniently search the Wilmington’s Local MLS without forgetting your original search criteria
• You will receive a weekly tutorial on how to use the various features with simple explanations and pictures so that you get the most out of your SearchSaver account.
• Log in anytime the mood hits to search for homes in the Southeastern NC coastal region.

2.   How do I learn about the different areas of Wilmington?

Zip Codes Maps

Learning the zip codes of a city helps you break down a larger area into bite sizes.  In my real estate market reports, I divide market statistics by zip codes.  You will want to take note of the different market trends you find in each zip codes.

By understanding what kind of schools, businesses, and amenities are located within a zip code, it will be easier to narrow your search for where to live.

NOTE: These maps are in a pdf. format.  You can zoom into the street level to explore the dividing boundaries. These maps also feature the major roads in bold so that you can get to know the major roads in Wilmington.

[Download time may take a few seconds.  These maps can be saved to your computer for future reference.]

• New Hanover County
• Brunswick County
• Pender County

3.   How can I tell which areas belong to a certain school district?

New Hanover County Schools

IMPORTANT UPDATE (December 2008):

Relocating to Wilmington NC? How the New Changes in the New Hanover County School Redistricting Can Affect Your Next Home Purchase

Click the link above since school districts are changing! The links below will be obsolete 2009-2010!

• Elementary
• Middle
• Secondary (High School)
• Year Round

4.   Crime and Traffic Maps

Starnewsonline.com, our local newspaper’s website has a few helpful maps that are still in beta testing.  At present, I don’t believe you can zoom in and out.  But you can grab the map and scroll back and forth to find different areas.  Here are the available maps:

• Crime Reports – See what crimes have been committed in the last 30 days
• Who’s Wanted in Wilmington? – See where people are wanted
• Traffic Map - See where drivers have had wrecks in the last 30 days
• Speeders Map – And much more.  This map is a community interactive map noting speeders, slow pokes, potholes, congested areas, bad traffic designs.

5.   Which areas are located in flood zones?

Flood Maps

Because much of Wilmington is surrounded by water, you may be concerned about flood zones.  After clicking the link below, click the compass located beside “Digital Flood Maps”.  This may take a little while to load since it is for the entire state of North Carolina.

NC Flood Maps

My clients often ask about whether homes are in a flood zone.  First of all, North Carolina real estate law requires sellers and their representing agent to disclose if a home is in a known flood zone.  To be sure, you and your buyer’s agent should always check the NC flood map.

6.   Google Maps

Google maps is a great way to explore an area.  Simply type in Wilmington NC and hit search maps.  Then use your mouse to click the link right under the search box titled find businesses.  Then think of businesses or local attractions you are curious about.

Maybe Home Depot is your favorite Home Improvement Store and you want to see if there is a Home Depot located in Wilmington NC, so type in Home Depot and search “Find Businesses”.  But maybe you are curious to see what other Home Improvement stores are in the area and where they may be located.  Then you would type in a certain category of business and search for that.

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Would you like more help with relocating to Wilmington NC?

If you would like personal help with relocating to Wilmington NC, I would be happy talking with you about Wilmington and providing additional information that would be helpful in learning about the area.

Simply fill out this confidential form and when the best time is to reach you.  I understand you may not be looking for hiring an agent at this point.

Bear with me.  Instead of waiting until I have mastered shooting video (which is not likely to happen any time soon), I decided to go ahead and start posting what I have so far.  I plan to shoot video of lots of different places around Wilmington NC so that you can get a better idea about the area. 

As you can see from the ad at the end of the video, the camera is a flip video camera.  I wanted something simple and convenient.  If the video feature seems to be popular, I plan to look into better equipment.

Oh yeah, if the music is annoying, you can mute the sound.

After viewing the video, how about leaving a comment of places around Wilmington you would like to see.  If you do not live in the area and you are thinking of moving to Wilmington NC, this can be a great opportunity to go sight seeing from the comfort of your computer screen!  I will try to get footage of the places you request over the next few months.  But keep in mind, my real estate clients come first! 

So post your comment below and subscribe to the RSS feed to stay tuned for new video updates!  (If you have never posted a comment on a blog or are unsure about how to subscribe to an RSS feed, contact me with this form and type in the comments area “Help with using a blog!” and I will email you some step by step instructions.)

[keep reading below to learn a little more about North Front St.]

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This video is part of a project I began a month ago.  Historic Downtown Wilmington NC has a variety of condominium opportunities.  Over the next few months, I plan to continue my series on Live Where You Shop that I began in December ‘07.  I am including downtown Wilmington in this series because of the big plans for historic downtown’s future.  From what I understand from local news reports as well as talking with Central Business District (CBD) business owners and real estate investors, the ultimate goal for downtown is to have a self contained community where residents can get everything they need by either walking or hopping on the free Trolley.  Presently, residents downtown must jump into the car to get things like groceries and prescription medicine (the only drugstore downtown just recently closed). 

There are many new condo developments that have recently been built and many more that are in the planning stages.  In addition to these new developments to historic downtown, there are many renovated condos above the retail commercial spaces on Front St. and Water St. 

In this video, the brick building with the Port City Java coffee shop below is one of the renovated condominiums of downtown Wilmington.  North Front Street Condos are very urban for a southeastern coastal city and off the beaten path.  The entrance is subtle and the condos are very chic.  Many have exposed brick walls and restored hardwood floors and are perfect for the modern interior design.  Residents can walk downstairs to the Port City Java coffee shop for a cup of coffee and wifi internet or stroll across the street to get a deli sandwich at the Cotton Exchange.  Did I mention the Riverwalk is a block away?

This is one of my favorite spots to go work or relax when I have free time. 

Again, let me know your thoughts or advice on the video. 

Here are some more pictures of downtown Wilmington from hellochrista on webshots travel.

by hellochrista

This holiday season, Mayfaire has seen its fair share of holiday shoppers.  But what you may not realize is that in the midst of the crowd are a select group who didn’t fight the traffic to get their holiday shopping done.

How is that you ask?  Let me give you the quick and easy answer.

They didn’t fight the traffic because they simply walked down the hall, took the elevator, and exited the front entrance of their condominium building.

This small group of shoppers enjoys the rare privilege of living where they shop. That is right!  They live right above the stores in Mayfaire.  They can come and go as they please.

Mayfaire Townview:  Ultimate Convenience

The first phase of the Mayfaire Townview condominium community was completed in Spring of 2006.  The condos at Mayfaire Townview are located in two buildings right above major national retail stores like Talbots, Banana Republic, Sharper Image and Eddie Bauer.  Other nearby stores include the Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Barnes and Nobles and World Market.

In addition to the many stores for shopping, there are 19 places to eat, including Starbucks and Cold Stone Ice Cream.  If you would rather eat in, you can pick a fine bottle of wine from Red Bank Wine and walk over to Fresh Market to pick up some fresh vegetables and meat for a gourmet meal.  Then you can catch a movie at the 16 plex theatre just a block away or head over to the 9 seat theatre exclusively available to Townview residents and guests.

So what do the residents think about Townview Condos?

John Howard Jr. saw the value of the convenience of living at Mayfaire Townview and was one of the first to purchase a unit, according to Elizabeth Humphrey of the Star News Paper.

“I love it. It is convenient and relaxing. I can go get something quick to eat. It’s nice that everything is so close. I don’t go to the movies as often as I thought. I have more free time-I don’t have worries about house cares.”

Melissa Miller, a relationship manager with Wachovia Wealth Management, gave up her home in Marsh Oaks to take residence in Mayfaire Townview.  Like Howard, Melissa Miller was one of the first homeowners at Townview.  She tells the Star News, “I loved the concept of town center and being able to walk everywhere: O2 Fitness, Starbucks, movies on Sunday. And it’s a great investment.”

Phase III Now Available

Presently, Phase III is nearing completion and is scheduled to be released in March 2008.  For a free list of Townview condos that are currently available, new and existing, fill out this form and request “FREE LIST OF MAYFAIRE TOWNVIEW CONDOS”.  When I receive your request, I will email you a link of all the available homes in Mayfaire Townview.  And if you would like a private tour, I can also arrange that for you.  Following are some of the many amenities available to residents.

Amenties Include:

• Two secured entrances
• Two elevators for each building
• Built-in trash chute service
• Mailboxes conveniently located inside the first floor main lobbies
• Nine-seat home theater
• Billiards and game room
• Cardio studio
• Resident lounge and media room
• Designated parking behind the lobby entrances

Common Condo Features Include:

• One to three bedrooms
• 700 to 1900+ square feet
• Granite kitchen countertops
• GE Profile stainless kitchen appliances
• Tiled kitchen backsplashes
• Hardwood Crown and Base moldings
• Kohler plumbing fixtures
• Tiled bath floors and tiled shower/tub walls
• Pre-wiring for audio and security
• Ceiling fans

Price Points:

Mid $300s to Low $600s

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Mayfaire Town Center

This is no renaissance.  Mayfaire has pioneered a path in the Southeastern region of North Carolina to make way for residential and retail real estate to coexist in Wilmington NC.  Utilizing planned mixed-use zoning, where residential and commercial uses of land can intermingle, Mayfaire has boldly declared:  “Live where you shop!” 

Mayfaire is a $200 million real estate development that is situated on the 394-acre Hardy Parker farm on the west side of Military Cutoff Road.  “It’s the largest undeveloped track of land in the Wrightsville Beach area,” says Brody, one of the developers of the Brody-Zimmer development team. “It’s part of the beginning of the whole mixed-use concept for the area.”

The Convenience of Living in Mayfaire 

Mayfaire includes several options of upscale residential areas such as Parkside at Mayfaire, the Village at Mayfaire, and Mayfaire Townview Condos.  The Reserve at Mayfaire is an apartment community for renters and The Hilton Garden Inn is a hotel for families vacationing.

Though each residential community in Mayfaire has many unique amenities, just being in Mayfaire makes these homes an amenity oasis.  Mayfaire is an amenity in itself. 

Recently I was talking with Harry, a two year resident and homeowner at the Village of Mayfaire.  I asked Harry what was the draw for him to live at Mayfaire.  Not surprisingly, he said it was the convenience of everything.  He noted that the residents there are very friendly and generally things are quiet.  Everyone pitches in to keep things looking nice, and he enjoys walking over to all of the shops whenever the mood hits him.  To learn more about the shops at Mayfaire, click here.

The Area Continues to Develop

Around Mayfaire, on Military Cutoff Rd., construction has continued almost non stop with commercial development.  Just recently, Military Cutoff underwent a road widening which has given way to better traffic flow, increasing the popularity of the area. 

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