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8824 Shipwatch Drive

Wilmington, NC 28412

4 beds
2.5 baths
2,906 sqft
~1 acre lot
$541 per sqft
1994 build
– on site

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 and 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.

Listing courtesy of HIVE / Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 2, 2025 •

MLS# 100504814 —

The Building

Year Built:

1994
Construction:

Wood Frame
Construction Type:

Stick Built
Roof:

Architectural Shingle
Attic:

Floored, Walk-In
Stories:

2.0
Stories/Levels:

Two
Basement:

None
Exterior Finish:

Synthetic Stucco, Vinyl Siding
Foundation:

Pilings, Slab
SqFt - Heated:

2,906 Sqft
Exterior Features:

Irrigation System, Thermal Windows, Outdoor Shower
Patio and Porch Features:

Covered, Screened, Porch, Enclosed, Deck

Interior

Interior Features:

1st Floor Master, Security System, Workshop, Walk-In Closet, Walk-in Shower, Sprinkler System, Gas Logs, Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling - Vaulted, Blinds/Shades, 9Ft+ Ceilings
# Rooms:

10
Dining Room Type:

Combination, Formal
Flooring:

Carpet, Wood, Tile, LVT/LVP
Fireplace:

1
Laundry Features:

Room

Financial & Terms

Terms:

Cash, VA Loan, Conventional

Location

Directions to Property:

From Wilmington: NC 132 (S College Road) towards Carolina Beach. Turn Right onto Sanders Road. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto River Road. Turn RIGHT onto Starboard Lane. Turn RIGHT onto Shipwatch Drive. 8824 Shipwatch will be on your left. Please note: this is a gated community. Access code will be shared upon BB appointment confirmation.
Location Type:

Mainland
City Limits:

No

The Property

Property Type:

A
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

Cul-de-Sac Lot
Lot Water Features:

Boat Dock, Water Access Comm, Waterfront Comm, Deeded Water Access, Bulkhead, Boat Slip, Boat Lift
Lot Dimensions:

Irreg
Lot SqFt:

41,818 Sqft
View Type:

River View, Water View
Waterview:

Yes
Waterfront:

Yes
Zoning:

R-15
Acres Total:

0.96
Fencing:

Back Yard, Metal/Ornamental
Frontage Type:

River Front
Road Type/Frontage:

Maintained, Private, Paved

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Property Taxes:

$4,521

Beds

Bedrooms:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

3.00
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Home Warr/Termite:

Termite Bond

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heated SqFt:

2800 - 2999
Cooling:

Central
Fuel Tank:

Fuel Tank

Utilities

Utilities:

Community Sewer, Community Water

Appliances

Appliances/Equipment:

Dishwasher, Stove/Oven - Electric, Water Softener, Washer, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Microwave - Built-In, Dryer, Disposal

Schools

School District:

New Hanover

The Community

Subdivision:

Shipwatch
Secondary Subdivision:

N/A
On-Site Pool/Spa:

In Ground
Boat Slip: Boat Slip Length:

24
HOA: Association Fee 1/Year:

1540.00
HOA and Neigh Amenities:

Boat Dock, Street Lights, Maint - Roads, Gated
HOA:

Yes

Parking

Garage & Parking: Total # Garage Spaces:

2.00
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage Spaces:

2.00
Parking Features:

Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,575,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$8,433
Taxes	$376
Insurance	$433
Utilities	$213 See report
Total	$9,455/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/1/25 May 1, 2025	Listed / Active	HIVE	$1,575,000	12.5% (4.3% / YR)
6/8/22 Jun 8, 2022		HIVE	$1,400,000	100.0% (19.8% / YR)
5/23/17 May 23, 2017		HIVE	$700,000

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This house located in Cape Shipwatch Village, NC 28412 is currently for sale for $1,575,000. 8824 Shipwatch Drive is a 2,906 square foot house with 4 beds and 2.5 baths that has been on Estately for 1 days. 8824 Shipwatch Drive is in the Cape Shipwatch Village neighborhood of Wilmington. This house is in the attendance area of Charles P. Murray Middle School and Eugene Ashley High School.

Listing Courtesy of: HIVE and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties.

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