A private, nature lover's paradise in the heart of the Providence neighborhood on Middle Sound Loop, just minutes away from Wrightsville Beach, Landfall and Mayfaire! This custom-built one-of-a-kind nearly 4000-sf home overlooks a stunning Bald Cypress lake and is completely enveloped in a private, natural, and wooded setting. The home has many upgrades including a fully remodeled kitchen with stainless appliances, gas cook top, quartz tops, center island and a Reverse Osmosis water filtration system. The 1st floor master suite includes a Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, walk-in closet & dual vanities. Also on the 1st floor are 2 additional bedrooms, an office, sunroom and laundry room. The 2nd floor features an additional office/study, rec room, game room, and huge bonus room (a 4th BR/playroom). The centerpiece great room is open and features tongue and groove vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows providing breathtaking views of Providence Lake. Outdoors, enjoy an expansive deck and play area with an adjoining fire pit gathering space and dock allowing lake access, all of which are illuminated brilliantly at night and oriented toward the magnificent lake views. This home offers a deep connection to the natural environment both indoors and out. It's residents can enjoy privacy, natural beauty and the sounds of the owls, egrets and other wildlife who live nearby every single day.
Sold for $1,050,000
$1,050,000
3417 Whimsy Way, Wilmington, NC 28411
3beds
3,960sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
0.9 Acres Lot
$1,209,400 Zestimate®
$265/sqft
$4,395 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,209,400
$1.12M - $1.32M
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Rec roomJacuzzi tubCenter islandSeparate showerMiddle sound loopQuartz topsHuge bonus room
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Listed by:
Pam Kersting 910-231-4649,
Intracoastal Realty Corp
Bought with:
Morgan Beatty Group
RE/MAX Essential
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100401000
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Bonus room
- Description: Currently being used as a 4th Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 29 x 21
Bonus room
- Description: Loft
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Family room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 19 x 16
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 28 x 19
Media room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 19 x 8
Office
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Other
- Description: Sunroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 10
Other
- Description: Foyer
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 16
Heating
- Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Solid Surface, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Thermal Doors
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Basement: None
- Attic: Storage,Walk-In
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,960
- Total interior livable area: 3,960 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Additional Parking, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Gas Grill, Thermal Doors
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Water
- Waterfront features: Deeded Water Access, Boat Dock
- Frontage type: Lakefront,See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.90 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Boat Dock, Deeded Water Access
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: R04415017004000
- Zoning: R-20S
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Lighting
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Providence
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,020 monthly
- Amenities included: Waterfront Community, Street Lights, Trash
- Association name: Priestly Management
- Association phone: 910-509-7276
- Second HOA fee: $100 monthly
- Second association name: Providence Lake Owners Association
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/4/2023 | Sold | $1,050,000+3%$265/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100401000 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2023 | Pending sale | $1,019,000$257/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100401000 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,019,000-3%$257/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100401000 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Intracoastal Realty Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+92.7%$265/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100346411 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2017 | Sold | $545,000-0.9%$138/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100031503 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2017 | Pending sale | $550,000$139/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100031503 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2017 | Price change | $550,000-2.7%$139/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100031503 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2017 | Price change | $565,000-1.7%$143/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100031503 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2016 | Listed for sale | $575,000$145/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100031503 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,280 +22.8% | $1,111,300 +70.2% |
| 2024 | $3,485 +1.2% | $652,800 +1% |
| 2023 | $3,444 -0.9% | $646,200 |
| 2022 | $3,477 -2.1% | $646,200 |
| 2021 | $3,550 -8.3% | $646,200 +5.6% |
| 2020 | $3,872 | $612,100 |
| 2019 | $3,872 | $612,100 |
| 2018 | $3,872 | $612,100 |
| 2017 | $3,872 +25.2% | $612,100 +37.2% |
| 2016 | $3,092 +7.6% | $446,200 |
| 2015 | $2,874 +1.7% | $446,200 |
| 2014 | $2,824 | $446,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $446,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $446,200 -16.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $533,864 |
| 2010 | -- | $533,864 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $312,557 |
| 2004 | -- | $312,557 |
| 2003 | -- | $312,557 |
| 2002 | -- | $312,557 |
| 2001 | -- | $312,557 |
| 2000 | -- | $312,557 |
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Neighborhood: Ogden
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Ogden ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10M C S Noble MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Emsley A Laney HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
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- North Carolina
- New Hanover County
- Wilmington
- 28411
- Ogden
- 3417 Whimsy Way
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