Wilmington, NC Area Info

Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach and Fort Fisher North Carolina provide an exciting lifestyle for area residents and great vacation experience for visitors. Whether your interests include fishing, surfing, boating, golfing, history, movie studio tours, museums, local theater productions or higher education ( UNCW, CFCC ) the Wilmington area offers affordable living and pleasant surroundings.

Wilmington, NC is situated on the east coast of North Carolina an hour north of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Wilmington, NC is a bound by the Cape Fear to the west and the Intracoastal Waterway to the East.

The Riverboat and Coast Guard cutter are docked on the Cape Fear River in Downtown Wilmington.

The Wilmington Riverwalk offers fine dining, music and entertainment for the whole family.

Airlie Road is a beautiful stretch of road on the Intracoastal waterway before Wrightsville Beach.

The Wilmington Riverwalk offers beautiful views in the evenings.

Mayfaire Town Center offers upscale shopping and dining near Wrightsville Beach.

The Wilmington area is home to a number of award wining golf courses.

The coastal lifestyle is what draws so many to the Wilmington area.

Many would consider these chairs to be the best seat in the house.

The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge at sunset.

The Battleship North Carolina is a Wilmington attraction that draws thousands of visitors each year.

The Cape Fear River offers miles of open water for fishing, boating and sightseeing.

The Gulf Stream sits approximately 50 miles off the coast and offers world-class sport fishing.

Wilmington's warm climate make the hammock a necessity for all residents.

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Interesting Wilmington, NC Facts

Wilmington was ranked 32nd in the US in Forbes Best Places for Business and Careers in 2010.
Ranked 14th in the US in Fortune Small Business Magazine for Best Places for a Start-Up.
Home to Screen Gems Studios, the 2nd largest movie and TV production facilities in the US.
Wilmington hosts the Cucalorus Film Festival, a nationally recognized independent film festival.

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Wilmington NC Demographics

County Populations in 2005: 179,553
Median household income 2005 = $44,793
Median Age = 36.3yrs
Median house value 2005 = $167,600
Median Property Taxes Paid in 2005 = $1,227
Average High Temperature in Summer: 90°F
Average Low Temperature in Summer: 72°F
Average High Temperature in Winter: 60°F
Average Low Temperature in Winter: 38°F
Annual Rain: 57.07inches

Most Recent Wilmington, NC Listings

1038 Avenshire Circle, Wilmington $248,000

Highly desirable brick townhome with a 2 car garage in the popular community of Avenshire. Centrally located in the Midtown area, right around the corner from The Poin...

2 Beds
2 Baths

8423 Bald Eagle Lane, Wilmington $575,000

Light and bright on prestigious Bald Eagle Lane. Everything in this beautiful home has been renovated from the roof to the encapsulated crawl space and everything in bet...

3 Beds
4 Baths

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6708 Falcon Pointe Road, Wilmington $499,000

Build your dream home on this beautiful waterfront .68 acre lot on Howe Creek. Property includes a 20' deeded boat slip. Experience the breathtaking sunrises and sunset...

716 Tree Swallow Lane, Wilmington $489,000

Custom brick home, 3690 sqft, privately located at the end of the street on a large maturely landscaped lot in one of the nicest neighborhoods, Timber Creek. Open floor p...

4 Beds
5 Baths

7013 Savanna Run Loop, Wilmington $279,000

Amazing move-in ready home located in Park Ridge at West Bay Estates with 3BR/2.5BA! This home features an open floor plan with kitchen and living area, gas fireplace, fo...

3 Beds
3 Baths

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