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$497,500
Property Description
Situated within the master-planned community of Riverlights and offering resort-style amenities, this refined 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence includes quartz countertops throughout. Designer lighting, ceiling fans, LTV flooring in main living spaces, and tile in all bathrooms enhance the interior. The home features a dedicated ''Drop-Zone'' area, a spacious laundry room leading to a fully fenced backyard that ensures privacy, complemented by a covered patio and breezeway for evening enjoyment. Modern design elements such as cable railings and wide-slat plantation shutters are found throughout both the interior and exterior. The kitchen is equipped with energy-efficient SS appliances, an oversized island, and a generous dining area suitable for gatherings. The main living room offers a fireplace for relaxation, while the primary bedroom provides balcony access with unobstructed pond views, a walk-in closet, ensuite bathroom, and a sophisticated tiled walk-in shower. Additional amenities include a natural gas tankless water heater, detached two-car garage, small garden shed. Conveniently located near one of Riverlights' main entrances, residents can enjoy safe strolls along the pond via sidewalk pathways. RiverLights offers extensive amenities including various clubs and activities, outdoor pool, hot tub, fire-pit with seating, pickleball, tennis and bocce courts, as well as a scenic three-mile walking and biking path around the lake. Marina Village, located on the Cape Fear River and accessible by short drive or bike ride, features multiple shops and dining establishments, along with remarkable sunset views. SELLER is offering a $5,000.00 Closing cost incentive... Schedule a tour to discover all that this property and community have to offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 960 Wharton Ave
General
- Price: $497,500
- HOA FEE: $154/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $2,954 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100565697
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 37 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Solid Surface, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log
- Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Gas Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Tankless Water Heater
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: LVT/LVP
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Non Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Clubhouse, Community Pool, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Management, Meeting Room, Party Room, Pickleball, Playground, Trail(s), Owner Pets Only
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s), Security System Owned
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Cluster Mailboxes, Garden, Thermal Doors
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Patio, Balcony, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Rear, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Riverlights
- Driving Directions: From College Road on to Sipyard Blvd to left on Independence Blvd. to south on River Road S to right on Edgerton Road,
School Information
- High School District: New Hanover
- Elementary School: Williams
- Middle School: Myrtle Grove
- High School: Ashley
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: River Lights Community HOA
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Doors: Thermal Doors
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 1,874
- Year Built: 2021
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,663
- Lot Dimensions: 27 x 129 x 66 x 123
- Frontage: City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Lot Features: Level, Landscaped, Sprinklers in Front, Sprinklers in Rear
- Zoning: R-7
- Fencing (Description): Full, Back Yard, Wood
Green Features
- Building Certification: None
- Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $265.47
- Association Fee: $1,850
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $502,000
- Tax Amount: $2,954.27
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Third Party Approval
- Legal Description: Lot 488 Ph 4 Riverlights ? Single Family Child Of Split From R07000-006-009-000
- Property ID: R07000-007-099-000
- Lot Number: 488
Listed by Intracoastal Realty Corporation, Frank Geraci and Intracoastal Realty Corporation, Tracey Hart
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Schools
Schools serving 960 Wharton Ave
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mary C Williams Elementary 801 Silver Lake Road, Wilmington, NC 28412 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Myrtle Grove Middle 901 Piner Road, Wilmington, NC 28409 | 6-8 | 2.3 mi |
New Hanover High 1307 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 9-12 | 6.4 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 960 Wharton Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/09/2026
Listed
$497,500
2.79%
MLS
7/08/2024
Sold
$484,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 960 Wharton Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,954
-9%
$502,000
35%
2024
$3,231
3%
$371,400
—
2023
$3,138
389%
$371,400
395%
2021
$642
-80%
$75,000
-80%
2022
$3,164
393%
$372,200
416%
2021
$642
—
$72,100
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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960 Wharton Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28412 (MLS# 100565697) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 960 Wharton Avenue is currently listed for $497,500 and was received on April 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 960 Wharton Avenue? 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.
