Diane's Wilmington NC Real Estate Thoughts

The New Hanover County School board has voted and approved the new middle school districts for 2010-2011.  The board made some last minute changes before making the official 4-3 vote on January 14th.  As with any change, different people and/or neighborhoods have various concerns.  Some Hooker Ro...

Saturday, January 23rd, from 12-3 pm, employees from Wilmington's Red Robin restaurant will have a lemonade stand set up in front of the Mayfaire movie theater.  Small servings of the of their Freckled Lemonade will be served for $1 each.  This is a tasty blend of strawberries and lemonade.  A gl...

This home is located in one of Wilmington's premiere water access communities.  With winding streets and hardwood trees, this brick home is nestled on a .35 acre lot that comes alive with Springtime color from azaleas and flowering trees.  Neighborhood amenities include use of boat ramp and picni...

Thousands look forward to the annual Fall event in downtown Wilmington referred to as Riverfest.  The festival consists of craft vendors, concessions, car shows, family entertainment, a children's area, River Race, Fireworks, and much more.  Besides allowing us all to enjoy the culture and herita...

Many people inquire about areas to take their canine companions to romp off-leash.  Consider, The Dog Park at Empie.  The park is Wilmington's first off-leash dog park.  The park is within a 2-acre site of unused land within Empie Park. Wilmington residents have had a growing interest for a plac...

   This weekend, take a moment and stop by the Annual NC Spot Festival in Hampstead.  Located across from Deerfield on Highway 17.  Spot dinners are $8.00 including 2 spots, slaw, fries, hush puppies, and iced tea.  Parking is free.  $3.00 entrance fee.  Kids 12 and under get in free.  Bring you...

  Many are asking about what's going on at the Porters Neck Road and Market Street intersection.  It's my understanding that stormwater and sewer requirements were completed in August.  Road work, including some road widening was scheduled for completion by mid-September.  Construction is to begi...

The current clearing and tree removal at the intersection of Porters Neck Road and Edgewater Club Road is being performed on private property and is not part of the roundabout project.  It is my understanding that the project will come up to but not past the white Porters Neck entrance columns.  ...

Wilmington, NC's public pool at Legion Stadium is going to the dogs!  Let your dogs beat the Summer heat by participating in the "Pooch Plunge" Legion Stadium Pool, 2131 Carolina Beach Rd.Monday August 24, 2009 - Friday August 28, 2009 (4:00 pm to 8:00 pm)Saturday August 29, 2009 (10:00 am to 2:0...

Below is a recap of 2nd quarter 2009 activity in the 28403 zip code area of Wilmington, NC.  With lots of inventory to choose from, great interest rates, and the $8000 tax credit available through 12/1/09, you may want to consider purchasing a home. 2nd Quarter 2009 - 28403 Zip Code Average selli...