Welcome to 768 Wharton Avenue, nestled in the vibrant community of Riverlights! If you're looking for a well-designed floor plan and a one-of-a-kind outdoor living space, this home is a must-see. The main level offers a formal dining room and a butler's pantry with built-in beverage center, leading into a stunning gourmet kitchen featuring quartz countertops, tile backsplash, gas cooking, spacious breakfast bar, and soft-close cabinetry. The kitchen flows effortlessly into a bright and cheerful spacious great room. Just off the kitchen, you'll find a versatile flex room, and main level guest bedroom/home office and a full bath. Upstairs, enjoy the spacious secondary bedrooms, a full bathroom with dual sinks, a convenient upper-level laundry room, and a luxurious master suite created for comfort and relaxation. Outdoor living shines with a welcoming front porch, expansive trex covered deck, outdoor tv, shower, and yard with low-maintenance Astroturf. Additional highlights include hurricane shutters, tankless water heater, pre-wired for a future whole house generator, and a pet-free interior. Riverlights is situated along the scenic Cape Fear River and is known for its resort-style amenities, walkable streets, and golf cart-friendly lifestyle. Conveniently located to area beaches, shopping, dining, entertainment, medical facilities and so much more—this home truly has it all. Come see for yourself and enjoy the coastal lifestyle you have been waiting for. Schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $587,000
$587,000
768 Wharton Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28412
4beds
2,486sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2020
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$588,600 Zestimate®
$236/sqft
$2,980 Estimated rent
Home value
$588,600
$547,000 - $636,000
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Welcoming front porchStunning gourmet kitchenLuxurious master suiteVersatile flex roomExpansive trex covered deckSpacious breakfast barBuilt-in beverage center
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Listed by:
Kathy Merlo 704-650-6464,
Ivester Jackson Christie's
Bought with:
Amber Harris, 237055
Intracoastal Realty Corp
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100503696
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Great Room, Laundry, Office
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Great room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Office
- Description: Flex Room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Mini Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,486
- Total interior livable area: 2,486 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Cluster Mailboxes
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Privacy,Full,Back Yard,Wood
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 110 x 45 x 127
Details
- Parcel number: R07000006789000
- Zoning: R-7
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Raised, Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Riverlights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Pool, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Game Room, Jogging Path, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Management, Park, Picnic Area, Playground, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Trail(s)
- HOA fee: $1,740 annually
- HOA name: Premier Management
- HOA phone: 910-679-3012
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $236/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $560,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,300
- Date on market: 9/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 66 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2025 | Sold | $587,000-0.8%$236/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100503696 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2025 | Pending sale | $592,000$238/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100503696 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Contingent | $592,000$238/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100503696 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $592,000+0.4%$238/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100503696 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Hive MLS #100373320 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2023 | Price change | $589,900-1.7%$237/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100373320 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $600,000+54.6%$241/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100373320 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2021 | Sold | $388,000+315%$156/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2020 | Sold | $93,500$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,300 -3.8% | $560,700 +42.2% |
| 2024 | $3,430 +3.5% | $394,300 +0.6% |
| 2023 | $3,313 -5.6% | $392,100 -5% |
| 2022 | $3,509 +16% | $412,800 +16.8% |
| 2021 | $3,024 +9393.1% | $353,300 +401.1% |
| 2020 | $32 -95.7% | $70,500 |
| 2019 | $743 | $70,500 |
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Neighborhood: Silver Lake
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Mary C Williams ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Myrtle Grove MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 3/10New Hanover HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Williams
- Middle: Myrtle Grove
- High: New Hanover
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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