Diane's Wilmington NC Real Estate Thoughts

Diane Parker is a REALTOR with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty. This blog helps educate clients on the Wilmington NC market area, offers information on area events, advice on real estate decisions, and general real estate tips.

Take a Walk on "The Loop"

What a beautiful February day we had today!  Temperatures were in the mid-60's, and it was a great day to be outdoors.  Many enjoyed walking or jogging "The Loop"  This is a 2.45 mile sidewalk circling the heart of Wrightsville Beach.  There is usually activity on the Loop regardless of the weather.  Those that drive over the bridge to walk the Loop generally begin at Wrightsville Beach Park, where there is ample parking.  There are several stopping points along the way, pet waste disposals, and water fountains.  The walk takes you over two bridges, both crossing Banks Channel, which offers awesome views.  Be sure to check out the botanical garden maintained by the Harbor Island Garden Club.  There you will see metal artwork, flowers, and birdhouses.  It's quite relaxing to walk the Loop.  If you're in the area, give it a try.

2 comments • Diane Parker • February 19 2009 05:29PM

Azalea Festival - Announces Concert - David Cook/American Idol 2008

Wilmington always looks forward to the announcement of the Azalea Festival concert stars.  This year David Cook, winner of American Idol 2008, will be performing at the 62nd Annual Azalea Festiva. 

When: 8 p.m. April 2
Where: Trask Coliseum on the campus of UNCW
Tickets: $45
Details: 794-4650. Tickets can be purchased from the Azalea Festival offices at 5725 Oleander Drive, unit B7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. For information visit www.ncAzaleaFestival.org

To view homes for sale in Wilmington, visit www.TheKeytoWilmington.com

 

0 comments • Diane Parker • January 30 2009 10:04AM

Wilmington NC - Area Fishing Tournaments

Coastal Southeastern NC is a great place for recreational fishing.  Listed below are links to tournaments scheduled for 2009.

 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour

March 30 N.E Cape Fear River, Wilmington, NC

1-888-203-6222

http://www.americanbassanglers.com/aft_schedule_date.php

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour

April 6 Sutton Lake, Wilmington, NC

1-888-203-6222

http://www.americanbassanglers.com/aft_schedule_date.php

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour

April 27 Sutton Lake, Wilmington, NC

1-888-203-6222

http://www.americanbassanglers.com/aft_schedule_date.php

 

Wrightsville Beach Marina Spring Challenge

April 23-26 Wrightsville Beach Marina, Wrightsville Beach, NC

Rich Walter, 910-233-4069

http://www.cfbwfishingclub.org/index.php

 

Cape Fear Disabled Sportsman Tournament

May 16 Kure Beach Pier, Kure Beach, NC

Dawson Freuler, 910-458-1202

www.got-em-on.com

 

Fisherman's Post Spring Inshore Challenge

May 16-17, Wild Wing Café, Wilmington, NC

Gary Hurley, 910-452-6378

www.fishermanspost.com

 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour

June 7 Sutton Lake, Wilmington, NC

1-888-203-6222

http://www.americanbassanglers.com/aft_schedule_date.php

 

Cape Fear Blue Marlin Tournament

June 26-29 Wrightsville Marina, Wrightsville Beach, NC

John Riggs 910-262-5566, jriggs@bluewateryachysales.com

http://www.capefearbluemarlintournament.com/

 

The East Coast Got-Em-On Classic

July 11-13, Carolina Beach Boat Docks, Carolina Beach, NC

Tom Russell, 910-297-4981

www.carolinabeachclassic.com

 

Greater Wilmington King Mackerel Tournament

July 25-26, Dockside Marina, Wrightsville Beach, NC

Tom Aberle, 910-409-5234, aberlt@msn.com

www.gwkmt.com

 

Capt. Eddy Haneman Sailfish Tournament

July 24-26 Bridge Tender Marina, Wrightsville Beach, NC

910-256-6550

 

Cape Fear Red*Trout Celebrity Classic

October 16-18, Wrightsville Beach, NC

Susan Ellis, 305-664-2002, redboneinc@aol.com

Wal-Mart FLW Outdoors Kingfish Tour

October 16-19, Sea Path Marina, Wrightsville Beach, NC

270-252-1000

http://kingfish.flwoutdoors.com/article.cfm?id=146835

October 24-26 Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Fort Fisher

Eddie Hardgrove, 910-264-5487

www.fishermanspost.com

For Cape Fear area information or homes for sale in the area, visit www.TheKeytoWilmington.com

Hope you catch the big one!

 

Diane Parker, Broker/Realtor/e-PRO

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty

910-617-5244

DianeParker@SeaCoastRealty.com

www.TheKeytoWilmington.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Coastal Southeastern NC offers great recreational fishing opportunities.  Below are links for local fishing tournaments for 2009.

0 comments • Diane Parker • January 28 2009 08:59AM

Great Location, Great Condition, Great Value-7216 Nordic - Holly Field

This home located in the Holly Field Subdivision in Wilmington NC is ready to move in and enjoy.  From its freshly painted interior to new carpet throughout, this home is ready for new owners.  Built in 2004, 1200-1300 SF, 2-car garage. fenced backyard, front yard maintained by HOA.  $177,900

To view homes in Wilmington, NC, visit www.TheKeytoWilmington.com

 

0 comments • Diane Parker • January 27 2009 04:54PM

After Viewing Homes, Take Time To Visit Downtown Wilmington

Many folks visit Wilmington to look at real estate and tour the city.  I suggest that when planning your visit, you allow time to visit our area beaches and historic downtown Wilmington.  To view homes for sale in the Wilmington area, visit www.TheKeytoWilmington.com

Below are some of the tours available in downtown Wilmington.

Walking tours: During the day, the Wilmington Adventure Walking Tour covers Wilmington's past. Nighttime tours include the Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington and Haunted Pub Crawl ( All walking tours leave from the foot of Market and Water streets.
Horse/trolley tour: Drivers go on a variety of routes and offer informationabout the historic buildings and attractions along the way. 
Cape Fear Segway: On a Segway tour, experience guided tours through Wilmington's historic district.
EUE Screen Gems: The city's 32-acre studio complex, offers guided tours of its sound stages and back lots on Saturdays and Sundays. 
Hollywood Location Walk of Old Wilmington: See some of the best-kept movie secrets in Wilmington. Tours start at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, with an additional tour 10 a.m. Saturday. Tours start in the upper courtyard of the Cotton Exchange.

If I can answer any questions or provide additional information, call me at 910-617-5244 or email, DianeParker@SeaCoastRealty.com
0 comments • Diane Parker • January 26 2009 03:02PM

Wilmington's Newest Park Opens - January 29th

Wilmington NC will officially open its newest park, James E.L. Wade Park, on Thursday, January 29, 2009, at 10:30 am.  The city's newest park is located at the end of Bethel Road, off Waltmoor Drive.

The Bethel Road Stormwater Wetland was completed mid-2007.  The design helped improve water quality in Hewlett's Creek.  The park is located on the wetlands.  It includes a 3/4 mile path, a picnic shelter, three bridges, restroom and playground.   

 

0 comments • Diane Parker • January 26 2009 12:23PM

It's Snowing In Wilmington NC

It's January 20th, a history making day as our 44th president is inaugurated and snow dusts the Port City.  School is out today, and there is excitement in the air when flakes fall in the Wilmington area, a rare event.  Here's a few pictures to enjoy.  For information on the Wilmington area, visit www.thekeytowilmington.com

Porter's Neck Country Club

Porters Neck Boat Ramp

4 comments • Diane Parker • January 20 2009 12:54PM

Enjoy Wilmington NC - Halyburton Park's Fall Nature Festival

Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 15th, 10 am to 4 pm.  The city of Wilmington will be hosting a Fall Nature Festival at Halyburton Park.

Enjoy nature exhibitors, a live birds of prey presentation, live reptiles, music, hayrides and more!

A $4 registration fee for the Birds of Prey and the Reptiles Live is required.  Hayrides are $2 per person. The park and all other exhibits are free and open to the public.

Visit www.halyburtonpark.com for more information.  For Wilmington area information visit www.TheKeytoWilmington.com

 

Diane Parker, Broker/Realtor/e-PRO/CMS/CNMS/CNRS/CNAS

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty

910-617-5244 or 910-202-3767

0 comments • Diane Parker • November 06 2008 07:19PM

Wilmington North Carolina -Porters Neck Plantation Market Update

 

Hello Friends and Neighbors,

Below is a market update for homes listed, pending, and sold within the past 90 days in Porters Neck Plantation.  Even in tough economic times, we are so fortunate to live in an area that many across the country desire to call home.  If I can provide additional information on real estate market conditions, create your personal market analysis, or help with any of your real estate needs, please let me know.

Area Market Survey
Listings as of 10/24/08 at 5:36pm
Property Type  Single Family    Property Subtype  Stick Built    Community  Porters Neck Planta Statuses  Active, Active Cont Sale Add, Active Alternative 2, Active Temp Off Mkt, Pending (9/1/2008 or after) , Sold (7/24/2008 or after) , Expired (9/24/2008 or after)  

  Porters Neck Plantation
Active
Listing Price Range  Quantity      Average DOM  
$250,000 thru $299,999 2 62  
$300,000 thru $349,999 2 85  
$350,000 thru $399,999 5 244  
$400,000 thru $449,999 4 78  
$450,000 thru $499,999 3 119  
$500,000 thru $549,999 10 267  
$550,000 thru $599,999 5 271  
$600,000 thru $649,999 7 235  
$650,000 thru $699,999 7 160  
$700,000 thru $749,999 1 431  
$750,000 thru $799,999 4 106  
$800,000 thru $849,999 2 267  
$850,000 thru $899,999 2 349  
$1,750,000 thru $1,999,999 3 302  
$4,750,000 thru $4,999,999 1 63  
$6,000,000 thru $6,999,999 1 24  
  59 204  
 
Summary Price Information
Minimum  $259,000 Maximum  $6,550,000
Average  $814,215 Median  $599,000

Sold
Selling Price Range  Quantity      Average DOM  
$350,000 thru $399,999 1 37  
$400,000 thru $449,999 1 208  
$450,000 thru $499,999 1 539  
  3 261  
 
Summary Price Information
Minimum  $385,000 Maximum  $450,000
Average  $427,500 Median  $447,500

Expired
Listing Price Range  Quantity      Average DOM  
$400,000 thru $449,999 1 320  
  1 320  
 
Summary Price Information
Minimum  $429,500 Maximum  $429,500
Average  $429,500 Median  $429,500

 
All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. ©2008 Multiple Listing Service of the Wilmington Regional Association of REALTORS, Inc

0 comments • Diane Parker • October 24 2008 04:47PM

Wilmington North Carolina - Marsh Oaks Community Market Update

Area Market Survey
Listings as of 10/24/08 at 5:12pm
Property Type  Single Family    Property Subtype  Stick Built    Community  Marsh Oaks Statuses  Active, Active Cont Sale Add, Active Alternative 2, Active Temp Off Mkt, Pending (9/1/2008 or after) , Sold (7/24/2008 or after) , Expired (9/24/2008 or after)  

Hello Friends and Neighbors,

The information below is a market update of properties currently listed, pending and sold in the Marsh Oaks Community.  Marsh Oaks is a popular community with amenities including pool and tennis.  The location in the Porters Neck area makes it convenient to General Electric, area beaches, and shopping.

If I can provide additional information on the Marsh Oaks community, please feel free to contact me at 910-617-5244 or by email at dianeparker@seacoastrealty.com.  For Wilmington area information, please visit, www.thekeytowilmington.com or www.dianesparker.com

Diane

 

  Marsh Oaks
Active
Listing Price Range  Quantity      Average DOM  
$350,000 thru $399,999 3 35  
$400,000 thru $449,999 3 107  
$450,000 thru $499,999 3 134  
$500,000 thru $549,999 2 53  
$600,000 thru $649,999 2 476  
$650,000 thru $699,999 2 367  
$850,000 thru $899,999 1 78  
  16 169  
 
Summary Price Information
Minimum  $369,900 Maximum  $899,900
Average  $530,369 Median  $475,450

 

Pending
Listing Price Range  Quantity      Average DOM  
$300,000 thru $349,999 1 14  
$400,000 thru $449,999 1 0  
$500,000 thru $549,999 1 384  
  3 133  
 
Summary Price Information
Minimum  $310,000 Maximum  $519,900
Average  $418,267 Median  $424,900

 

Sold
Selling Price Range  Quantity      Average DOM  
$350,000 thru $399,999 1 167  
$400,000 thru $449,999 2 49  
$450,000 thru $499,999 2 63  
$550,000 thru $599,999 1 14  
  6 68  
 
Summary Price Information
Minimum  $375,000 Maximum  $585,000
Average  $463,154 Median  $455,511

 

All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. ©2008 Multiple Listing Service of the Wilmington Regional Association of REALTORS, Inc
1 comment • Diane Parker • October 24 2008 04:27PM