$910,000
About this home
Welcome to this beautifully updated Forest Hills residence on Colonial Drive, offering 2,747 square feet of comfortable and versatile living space in one of Wilmington's most desirable locations. The home features four comfortable bedrooms, including a private primary suite with a spa-like bath with a heated floor and generous walk-in closet. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home combines classic character with modern comfort. The gourmet-style kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, while the inviting living room features a fireplace and built-in bookshelves. Additional living spaces include a private office, family room, formal dining room, and breakfast room, providing plenty of flexibility for work, relaxation, and gatherings. A screened-in porch overlooks the fenced backyard and connects to a private patio, creating wonderful spaces for outdoor entertaining. The property's mature trees and established landscaping provide a beautiful sense of privacy and complement the classic Forest Hills setting. Recent improvements include an updated roof, windows, lighting, and bathrooms. Adding to the appeal is a separate building featuring a workshop and a stylish speakeasy-inspired gathering space--a unique bonus that provides an exceptional setting for entertaining, hobbies, or a private retreat. Ideally located on Colonial Drive in Forest Hills, this home offers easy access to Downtown Wilmington, Midtown, area beaches, shopping, dining, and entertainment. A rare combination of updated living spaces, timeless character, outdoor privacy, and a one-of-a-kind detached gathering space.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Hive MLS
- MLS #
- 100598017
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Forest Hills
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 43
- On market date
- September 25, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2.5
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- 4
- Lot size
- 0.28 acres
Location
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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.
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
- District
- New Hanover County Schools
- Enrollment
- 698
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.7:1
- District
- New Hanover County Schools
- 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.
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