When you want it all, you must accept that it'll take a visit to 8824 Shipwatch Dr. Welcome to one of the finest coastal homes that Wilmington, NC currently has to offer. Located in the quaint gated community of Shipwatch, this lovely raised low country overlooks the Cape Fear River and is blessed with million dollar sunsets. The colors experienced vary greatly and the palette that nature provides seems endless. Come on through the remote gated entry and take a short drive to this almost 1-acre lot with a deep set-back, dressed with actual greenery and an approach that is set along a slightly winding driveway. Notable features around the grounds include a fenced yard, dedicated garden area, inground pool, pier/dock, boat lift, huge ez-breeze porch with cable rails, plenty of covered patio area and open pool decking for endless entertainment and/or personal enjoyment. Step inside to a understated yet thoughtfully raised two story foyer, open living, dining, and kitchen layout with built-ins and floor to ceiling fireplace. Sweeping waterviews can be found from every room along the back of the house. The Master Suite is located on the main living with a walk-in shower, plenty of closet space and corner tub. There is also an actual laundry room, .5 bath and, most likely, HIS office located on this same floor. Upstairs you'll find a catwalk overlooking the main living area, 3 additional bedrooms, flex room/bonus room and storage areas here and there. Extras include a 2021 roof, remodeled second floor and guest baths, carpeting, indoor/outdoor fixtures and fans, KINETICO WHOLE house carbon filtration system, R/O system for drinking water in the kitchen (warranty), and a large ground floor workshop. Park your boat in your slip, hop in the pool or just lounge about. Every want/need is nearby for shopping, entertainment, Downtown Wilmington and 15-20 minutes to the best beaches Wilmington has to offer.
Sold for $1,490,000
$1,490,000
8824 Shipwatch Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412
4beds
2,906sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
0.96 Acres Lot
$1,708,400 Zestimate®
$513/sqft
$4,160 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,708,400
$1.54M - $1.91M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Adam C Connolly 910-367-9716,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Bought with:
Buddy Blake Team
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Kyle Myers, 351647
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100504814
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: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 19
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 11.5
Bathroom 3
- Description: Includes W/I closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Breakfast nook
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 13.5
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 11.5
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 13.5
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7.25 x 13.5
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 23
Office
- Description: Office 1
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8 x 9
Office
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 9.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, See Remarks, Water Softener, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Flooring: Carpet, LVT/LVP, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Basement: None
- Attic: Floored,Walk-In
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,906
- Total interior livable area: 2,906 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Irrigation System
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Back Yard,Metal/Ornamental
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
- Waterfront features: Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Deeded Water Access, Water Access Comm, Boat Dock, Boat Slip
- Frontage type: River
Lot
- Size: 0.96 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Boat Slip, Bulkhead, Deeded Water Access, Water Access Comm
Details
- Parcel number: R08416001023000
- Zoning: R-15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Synthetic Stucco, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other, Slab, Pilings
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: See Remarks
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Shipwatch
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,770 monthly
- Amenities included: Waterfront Community, Boat Dock, Gated, Maintenance Roads, Street Lights
- Association name: Shipwatch Village HOA
- Association phone: 815-543-3413
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/28/2026 | Listing removed | $5,480$2/sqft |
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| 1/23/2026 | Price change | $5,480-14.4%$2/sqft |
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| 1/7/2026 | Price change | $6,400-7.2%$2/sqft |
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| 11/1/2025 | Listed for rent | $6,900$2/sqft |
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| 9/26/2025 | Sold | $1,490,000$513/sqft |
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| 8/11/2025 | Pending sale | $1,490,000$513/sqft |
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| 8/11/2025 | Contingent | $1,490,000$513/sqft |
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| 7/23/2025 | Price change | $1,490,000-3.9%$513/sqft |
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| 7/4/2025 | Price change | $1,550,000-1.6%$533/sqft |
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| 5/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,575,000$542/sqft |
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| 5/6/2025 | Pending sale | $1,575,000$542/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Contingent | $1,575,000$542/sqft |
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| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,575,000-1.3%$542/sqft |
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| 8/9/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000$549/sqft |
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| 6/17/2024 | Pending sale | $1,595,000$549/sqft |
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| 5/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+13.9%$549/sqft |
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| 6/8/2022 | Sold | $1,400,000+7.8%$482/sqft |
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| 5/1/2022 | Pending sale | $1,299,000$447/sqft |
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| 4/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+71.1%$447/sqft |
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| 5/24/2017 | Listing removed | $759,000$261/sqft |
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| 4/11/2017 | Pending sale | $759,000$261/sqft |
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| 3/6/2017 | Listed for sale | $759,000+565.8%$261/sqft |
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| 9/1/1990 | Sold | $114,000$39/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,428 +20.1% | $1,414,600 +66.2% |
| 2024 | $4,521 +0.1% | $851,200 |
| 2023 | $4,515 -0.9% | $851,200 |
| 2022 | $4,558 -2.4% | $851,200 |
| 2021 | $4,672 +66.3% | $851,200 +91.6% |
| 2020 | $2,810 | $444,200 |
| 2019 | $2,810 | $444,200 |
| 2018 | $2,810 | $444,200 +4.6% |
| 2017 | -- | $424,500 -2.2% |
| 2016 | $3,009 +7.6% | $434,200 |
| 2015 | $2,796 +1.7% | $434,200 |
| 2014 | $2,748 | $434,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $434,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $434,200 -33.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $654,453 |
| 2010 | -- | $654,453 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $441,138 |
| 2004 | -- | $441,138 |
| 2003 | -- | $441,138 |
| 2002 | -- | $441,138 |
| 2001 | -- | $441,138 |
| 2000 | -- | $441,138 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28412
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Carolina Beach ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 7/10Charles P Murray MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 5/10Eugene Ashley HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carolina Beach
- Middle: Murray
- High: Ashley
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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- New Hanover County
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- 8824 Shipwatch Drive
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