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$685,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,011 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.78 Acres
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 13 days ago
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Rare Opportunity to own a spectacular custom home minutes to Wilmington! Located on a manicured .78 acre corner lot, this beautifully-maintained, brick home of over 3000 s/f is situated in the peaceful and coveted community of Castle Lakes. Featuring 4-5 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms, formal dining room, living room and office, the ideal floorplan blends timeless elegance seamlessly with many recent updates. As you step up onto the stately rocking-chair front porch, you are welcomed inside to a pristine, sun-filled foyer with molding and gleaming hardwood floors that run throughout the first floor. A spacious dining room with French doors is ideal for holiday gatherings. The living room features a gas log fireplace, molding and lots of windows for enjoying the nature of the backyard. A chef-inspired kitchen adjoins the living room and includes granite countertops with stainless steel appliances, glass backsplash, center island with storage, and a charming, built-in dining area with custom table included. Outside, you'll love the 35 x 12 covered deck and the private, fenced backyard with shed, raised beds and firepit. Moving to the downstairs master suite, you'll find a large walk-in closet, tray ceiling, and a private en-suite bath with dual sinks and linen closet. Rounding out the downstairs, there is a sunny office, ideal for working from home. Upstairs, there are three large secondary bedrooms, a full bathroom with dual sinks, and an additional room with built-in desk that could serve as a playroom, office, or 5th bedroom. This home offers a huge walk-in attic, and an attached 2-car garage. The community of Castle Lakes features a custom home neighborhood that gets its name from the tranquil, cypress-lined lake. For your peace of mind, there is a transferable termite bond, roof replaced in 2024, heat pumps replaced in 2022 and 2025, and septic pumped 2025. Seller is including refrigerator, washer and dryer. Low HOA dues and low taxes! Just outside the city limits yet close to I40, GE, CFCC, UNCW, Corning, and Historic Downtown Wilmington, you won't find a more beautiful custom home at this price!

Full Property Details for 3901 Marathon Ave

General

  • Price: $685,000
  • HOA FEE: $32/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: $2,287 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2253
  • MLS ID: 100572109
  • Updated: 6/6/2026
  • Added to Site: 51 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Solid Surface, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Humidifier, Dryer, Disposal
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Garage, Laundry Room

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Garden
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Porch

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, On Site, Garage

Location

  • County: New Hanover
  • Subdivision: Castle Lakes
  • Driving Directions: Traveling I40 to Exit 416, at the top of the ramp, turn left onto Holly Sheler Road. Go to the stoplight, left on Castle Hayne Road. 3 miles to Marathon. Turn Right on Marathon, house is on the right.

School Information

  • High School District: New Hanover
  • Elementary School: Castle Hayne
  • Middle School: Holly Shelter
  • High School: Laney

Community

  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Name: Castle Lakes

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Existing Septic System
  • Water: Well
  • Utility Description: See Remarks

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
  • Construction: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Basement Desc.: None
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Entry Floor Number: 1
  • Square Feet: 3,011
  • Year Built: 1997

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.78
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 33,977
  • Lot Dimensions: 170 x 200 x 170 x 200
  • Frontage: City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Zoning: RA
  • Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Wood

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale: Yes
  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $227.5
  • Association Fee: $384
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Assessment Amount: $604,400
  • Tax Amount: $2,287.65
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Legal Description: Lot 34 Castle Lakes Section 2
  • Property ID: R01708-006-004-000

Listed by RE/MAX Essential, Laura L Betz

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  • Laura L Betz

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Schools serving 3901 Marathon Ave

School District:New Hanover County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Castle Hayne Elementary
3925 Roger Haynes Drive, Castle Hayne, NC 28429
K-51.1 mi
Holly Shelter Middle School
3921 Roger Haynes Drive, Castle Hayne, NC 28429
6-81 mi
Emsley A Laney High
2700 North College Road, Wilmington, NC 28405
9-123.8 mi
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Price & Sales History for 3901 Marathon Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/06/2026
Price Reduced
$685,000
-2.13%
MLS
5/07/2026
Listed
$699,900
117.02%
MLS
7/30/2013
Sold
$322,500
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Tax History for 3901 Marathon Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,361
11%
$604,400
54%
2024
$2,124
—
$392,500
—
2023
$2,119
-2%
$392,500
—
2021
$2,161
1%
$392,500
—
2022
$2,138
-1%
$392,500
15%
2021
$2,161
—
$341,200
—
2018
$2,158
—
$341,200
—
2019
$2,158
-2%
$341,200
—
2017
$2,209
13%
$341,200
21%
2016
$1,951
8%
$281,600
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2015
$1,814
2%
$281,600
—
2013
$1,783
—
$281,600
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3901 Marathon Avenue, Castle Hayne, NC 28429 (MLS# 100572109) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 3901 Marathon Avenue is currently listed for $685,000 and was received on May 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 3901 Marathon Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Castle Hayne? You can browse all Castle Hayne real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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