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$674,900

2208 Carlton Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403
Wilmington, NC 28403
Listed by The Domenico Grillo Real Estate Team · Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Living area
1,705 sqft
Year built
1984

About this home

Welcome to 2208 Carlton Drive, a truly one-of-a-kind home in the highly sought-after Forest Hills community of Wilmington. Completely reimagined with exceptional attention to detail, this stunning single-level residence offers over 1,700 square feet of beautifully renovated living space on a private, elevated corner lot. Featuring three spacious bedrooms and three fully renovated bathrooms, every inch of this home has been thoughtfully designed with modern style while preserving its unique character. The bright sunroom flows seamlessly into the expansive living room, creating an inviting space filled with natural light that's perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The beautifully redesigned kitchen showcases new cabinetry, countertops, appliances, designer finishes, and custom accent details that make it the centerpiece of the home. Just off the primary suite is a versatile flex room ideal as a private sitting area, home office, nursery, fitness space, or reading retreat. The primary bedroom also features dual closets, oversized windows, and private access to the courtyard--perfect for enjoying your morning coffee. Each secondary bedroom is positioned on the opposite side of the home, offering privacy and its own beautifully updated full bathroom. Step outside to discover a peaceful outdoor oasis with multiple gathering spaces, ambient lighting, and a private courtyard designed for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. The expansive side yard offers endless possibilities for a future hot tub, fire pit, garden, or play area while providing plenty of room for pets and outdoor activities. The oversized two-car garage has also been refreshed, offering excellent storage and functionality. Elevated above the surrounding area for added curb appeal and peace of mind, this exceptional home delivers the perfect combination of modern luxury, timeless charm, and an unbeatable location just minutes from downtown Wilmington, area beaches, shopping, dining, and parks. Be sure to request the complete feature sheet and watch the professionally produced video tour to fully appreciate everything this remarkable home has to offer. A few of the exterior shots have had edited touch ups like greener grass etc. Actually pictures are also in the rotation.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Hive MLS
MLS #
100593376
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Brookwood
Status
Active
Days on market
84
On market date
August 3, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
3
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
2
Lot size
0.27 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Dr John Codington Elem
4.83 mi away · Grades 0-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
454
Student:teacher ratio
15.1:1
District
New Hanover County Schools
Middle
Williston Middle
1.05 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
1.9
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: F (2025)
Enrollment
698
Student:teacher ratio
12.7:1
District
New Hanover County Schools
High
Isaac M Bear Early College High School
2.41 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
230
Student:teacher ratio
23.0:1
District
New Hanover County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Wilmington's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.

33
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
6.5 / 20 -- Below average walkable

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Wilmington, from live MLS data.

On the market 84 days -- 16 fewer days than Wilmington's current average of 100 days.
For reference, the median list price across 1,426 active listings in Wilmington right now is $419,900.

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Est. monthly payment
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$134,980 down
$539,920 loan
Principal & interest$3,502
Property tax (est.)$562
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 3 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.