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$1,499,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 4,628 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.77 Acres
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 13 hours ago
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Seeking the boating lifestyle without compromising on space or privacy? Your home includes a deeded 24' boat slip & 10,000-pound hydraulic lift--offering direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway minutes from your door. Set in the private waterfront enclave of Avenel in Porters Neck, this fully renovated 4,200-SF residence offers 4 beds, 3.5 baths, and a rare combination of land, light & coastal lifestyle on a beautifully landscaped, estate-sized .75-acre homesite framed by mature trees. Days begin with tranquil views over Laurel Lea Pond & end on the water, inviting a quick run to Masonboro Island. Designed for both entertaining and multi-generational flexibility, your home features expansive living areas, home office, and a 1st-level recreation space with covered patio access + large bonus room. The open-concept main level is anchored by a newly-renovated chef's kitchen with a substantial quartz island, white cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, brand new stainless appliances, built-in wall oven, French-door refrigerator, and designer pendant lighting. A bay window and direct access to the back porch enhance everyday living and outdoor entertaining. Inside, soaring ceilings and skylights fill the home with natural light, complemented by site-finished hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. Architectural details including crown molding, substantial baseboards, arched openings, and transom windows add depth and character. The living room features a fireplace with custom built-ins and flows seamlessly into dining spaces & a tiled sunroom. The owner's suite offers a refined retreat with a freestanding soaking tub beneath an arched window, glass-enclosed shower with subway tile and matte black fixtures, hex tile flooring, and a walk-in closet. Seller has improved: NEW ROOF, fresh exterior paint on cedar shake siding, crawl space sealed vapor shield + dehumidifier, renovated 3 baths, carpet, interior paint, added custom built in's, and added stairs with rail to boat slip. Oversized 2-car garage: additional storage for coastal gear + recreational needs. Avenel is known for its tree-lined streets, privacy, and strong sense of community--where boating, kayaking, & paddleboarding are part of everyday life. Located minutes to shopping and dining and approximately 10 miles to Wrightsville Beach, offering a rare opportunity to enjoy a tucked-away waterfront setting without sacrificing convenience.

Full Property Details for 1401 Avenel Dr

General

  • Price: $1,499,000
  • HOA FEE: $216/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: $5,242 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2253
  • MLS ID: 100556874
  • Updated: 5/15/2026
  • Added to Site: 79 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 12
  • Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Basement, Blinds/Shades, Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Double Oven
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

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

Other Rooms

  • Eat-in kitchen: Yes
  • Laundry: Laundry Room

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Waterfront Community, Boat Dock, Boat Slip - Assigned, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Management, Marina, RV/Boat Storage, Street Lights, Trash

Exterior

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

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Aggregate, Paved, Garage

Location

  • County: New Hanover
  • Subdivision: Avenel
  • Driving Directions: Market Street to Porters Neck Rd. First right at round about onto Edgewater Club Rd. Left on Final Landing, #1401 is first on the left as you enter community of Avenel.

School Information

  • High School District: New Hanover
  • Elementary School: Porters Neck
  • Middle School: Holly Shelter
  • High School: Laney

Community

  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Name: Avenel HOA + BOA

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Utility Description: None

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
  • Construction: Cedar, Shake Siding, Brick, Wood Frame
  • Basement Desc.: Finished
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Windows: Skylight(s)
  • Entry Floor Number: 1
  • Square Feet: 4,628
  • Year Built: 1995

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Workshop

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.77
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 33,541
  • Lot Dimensions: 190 x 245 x 114 x 289
  • Frontage: Private Road, Maintained
  • Lot Features: Boat Slip, Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Water Rights, Navigable Water, Sailboat Accessible, Water Access Comm, Water Depth 4+
  • Zoning: R-20
  • Fencing (Description): None

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water Front Desc.: Boat Lift, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Water Rights, Water Access Comm, Water Depth 4+, Sailboat Accessible

Green Features

  • Building Certification: None

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale: Yes
  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $323.9
  • Association Fee: $2,587
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Other Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Assessment Amount: $1,385,200
  • Tax Amount: $5,242.98
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Legal Description: LT 66 AVENEL SECTION 1
  • Property ID: R03719-005-010-000

Listed by Ivester Jackson Christie's, Anne E Leanos

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Schools serving 1401 Avenel Dr

School District:New Hanover County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Holly Shelter Middle School
3921 Roger Haynes Drive, Castle Hayne, NC 28429
6-88.8 mi
Emsley A Laney High
2700 North College Road, Wilmington, NC 28405
9-126.3 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1401 Avenel Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
2/26/2026
Listed
$1,499,000
27.03%
MLS
6/06/2022
Sold
$1,180,000
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Tax History for 1401 Avenel Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
100%
$1,385,200
100%
2024
100%
$692,000
—
2022
-100%
$692,000
-3%
2021
$3,909
100%
$711,700
—
2022
-100%
$711,700
2%
2021
$3,909
-12%
$699,100
—
2018
$4,422
-2%
$699,100
—
2017
$4,527
-1%
$699,100
6%
2016
$4,571
3%
$659,600
-6%
2019
$4,422
4%
$699,100
6%
2015
$4,248
2%
$659,600
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2013
$4,175
—
$659,600
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1401 Avenel Drive, Wilmington, NC 28411 (MLS# 100556874) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1401 Avenel Drive is currently listed for $1,499,000 and was received on February 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 1401 Avenel Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wilmington? You can browse all Wilmington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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