The Whalen Team Real Estate Blog

Jan. 29, 2015

House Hunting in Wilmington NC – January 29, 2015

By Desiree Whalen. 

Hi everyone!
Headed out for another weekend of house hunting here in the Wilmington area? Here’s this weeks’ list of great properties to check out while you’re driving around – be sure to ask your Realtor (if you’re already working with someone) or give me a call to set up an appointment!
 

Pleasure Island Area (Carolina Beach & Kure Beach) 

Ocean Dunes Condominiums, Kure Beach, NCLooking for a condo within walking short distance to the beach in a community full of great amenities? Check out this 3 bedroom beauty in Kure Beach at Ocean Dunes Unit 2202-B! Located just steps from the sand in a community that features both indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, playground, tennis and basketball, you’ll have everything you’ll need to enjoy it as a permanent residence at the beach, or a great vacation home for those summer weekends!
See It Here!:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/property/537eafecef65401c24988038/ 

Carolina Bay - Carolina Beach, NCHow about a condo with a deeded boat slip on the canal in Carolina Beach? Carolina Bay Unit #101 is a stunning 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo with water views from the private balcony, features a community pool and marina, and is located just a short walk from all the fun and action at the local restaurants and bars (close enough for convenience, distance enough for privacy!).
See It Here!:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/property/546ab7fdef65403ed2be7a8c/ 

Topsail Island Area (Topsail Beach, Surf City, North Topsail Beach) 

Topsail Island, NCLooking for a perfect beach getaway property on Topsail Island? 2244 Island Drive #1 gives you the best of everything in beach living. At 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, you’ll have enough room for both family and guests, and enjoy gorgeous ocean views from either of the two private balconies. Featuring an outdoor shower and elevator, access to the beach is less than 100 yards out the back door via lighted pathway. Want to relax after a day on the sand? There are two cocktail bars a short walk down the road to help wind down your day! Located right at the Surf City/North Topsail Beach line – keeping you close to restaurants, shopping, and city conveniences.
See It Here!:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/property/540a6bd0ef654026dad2b865/ 

Turtle Cove - Surf City, NCClose to everything you’ll want to do in Surf City, 205 Lazy Day Drive is the perfect weekend retreat for those looking for a vacation home, or permanent residence for anyone looking to adopt the total beach lifestyle. Just steps from the lapping waves via private beach access, this 3 bedroom 3 bath unit is located in the Turtle Cove community which features a community pool, and is across the street from a family park with basketball, playground, and fishing pier on the ICWW.
See It Here!:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/property/546eace9ef65406fafbe7b72/ 

Brunswick County Area (Leland)

Windsor Park - Leland, NCGet out of the house and walk around the neighborhood! 1521 Pine Harbor Way is a 3 bedroom 2 bath home located on a cul-de-sac road in a great walking community in Leland (Windsor Park), featuring a community pool, playground, picnic area, and water features. Just minutes from downtown Wilmington!
See It Here!:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/property/549396c6ef65401da1be7ac5/ 

Waterford of the Carolinas - Leland, NCWant to build your own dream home in a master planned community? Check out this waterfront, corner lot in Waterford of the Carolinas! At .47 acres, 2071 Wind Lake Way is a canal-front corner lot (which means you’ll only have neighbors directly on one side!) in an amenity-rich community with everything you could ask for – community pool, fitness center, tennis, playground, tennis, walking trails, bike trails, and club house!
See It Here!:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/property/54276c37ef6540497728bd84/ 

As always, if you would like to see any of these properties or have any questions about them give me a call or send me an email. Already own a home here in the Wilmington area and thinking about selling? Contact me today about listing your property – I’m here to help!
-Desiree

Jan. 28, 2015

Water Access Communities in Wilmington, NC

by Desiree Whalen. 

Hi everyone!
Are you looking to buy a home in a water access neighborhood here in the Wilmington area? Just imagine…having direct access to the Cape Fear River or ICWW via boat or kayak launch just down the street in your very own neighborhood – or even better – a private marina with day dock and boat slips! No more jockeying for space at the local public boat launch, no more waiting in line to get your weekend on the water started!
 

If this is the kind of home you’re looking for, I’ve got just the thing for you! We’ve just added a specialty page to our website highlighting all of the homes available in the Wilmington area located in water access communities. Check it out here: 

http://www.desireewhalen.com/water-access-neighborhoods-wilmington-nc/ 

Remember, if you’d like to refine your search, you can always look for homes in specific areas (even school districts!) by clicking onto the “Advanced Search” page and choosing options from the “Waterfront” drop-down menu. 

In the meantime, if you would like to see any of the properties featured on that page or would like to talk to someone about helping you sell your home, give me a call or send me an email – I’m here to help!
-Desiree

Jan. 22, 2015

House Hunters Wilmington NC - January 22, 2015

by Desiree Whalen.

Hi everyone!
Planning a weekend of house hunting here in the Wilmington area? Here's this week's list of homes to see while you're out and about - ask your Realtor or give me a call to set up an appointment!

Brunswick County (Leland)

1521 Pine Harbor Way Leland, NCLocated over the bridge in the Windsor Park neighborhood of Leland, 1521 Pine Harbor Way is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home for sale  with new carpeting and 42" kitchen cabinets on a cul-de-sac road. This beautiful neighborhood boasts a community pool, playground, and water features, and is just minutes from downtown Wilmington. Click here for property details.

Looking to build a home to fit your own needs? 2071 Wind Lake Way is a waterfront, corner lot for sale in the beautiful Waterford of the Carolinas neighborhood in Leland. At .47 acres, this wide lot assures that you will only have future neighbors on only one side in a master-planned community that features a pool, tennis, beach volleyball, playground, and fitness center among other amenities. Click here for property details.

Topsail Island (Topsail Beach, Surf City, & North Topsail Beach)

Just steps from the sand, 205 Lazy Day Dr is a fully furnished 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome in the Turtle Cove community of Surf City. Featuring a pool and private beach access, the community is situated close to shops, restaurants, and park with a pier walkway to the ICWW. This beautifully maintained unit has partial ocean views from its private balcony - just waiting for you to come enjoy your summer evenings! Click here for property details.

Just up the street at the Surf City/North Topsail Beach border, 2244 Island Dr Unit 1 is a fully furnished 4 bedroom, 3 bath townhome for sale on the very south end of North Topsail Beach. Featuring an elevator, outdoor shower, 2 ocean view balconies, and lighted pathway to the beach, this unit is within short walking distance to two great cocktail lounges making this a fantastic private vacation retreat! Click here for property details.

Pleasure Island (Carolina Beach and Kure Beach)

1100 S Fort Fisher Blvd Unit 2202B is a fully furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo for sale in the beachfront community of Ocean Dunes in Kure Beach. Featuring both indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, a playground, and fitness center, this unit is just steps from the beach and a short bike ride from both the State Historic Site at Fort Fisher and the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Click here for property details.

650 Saint Joseph St Unit 101 is a furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath condominium in the Carolina Bay community situated right on the canal in Carolina Beach. This unit has an assigned boat slip and has beautiful views of both the community pool area and waterway from its private balcony. Within short walking distance to popular Carolina Beach shops, bars, and restaurants! Click here for property details.

As always, if you'd like to see any of these properties or have questions about selling your home, give me a call or send me an email - I'm here to help!
-Desiree

Jan. 21, 2015

Homes in Gated Communities in Wilmington, NC

By Desiree Whalen. 

Hi everyone,
Hope you’re having a great start to your year! We are currently enjoying mild weather and warm temperatures here in the Wilmington area – a nice break from the cold snap we just had, and more back to what we normally see.
 

New update to the website for you today: we’ve just added a new page to the site for those of you searching for homes for sale in gated communities here in the Wilmington area, which you can find here: http://www.desireewhalen.com/gated-communities/ 

(In addition, you can also perform your own search any time by selecting “Gated Community” from the “Lot Features” drop-down on our Advanced Search page on our site.) 

Hope that helps in your home search! If you would like to see any other search features added to our site, please let me know!
-Desiree

Jan. 15, 2015

House Hunters Wilmington NC - January 15, 2015

by Desiree Whalen.

Hi everyone!
Planning a weekend of house hunting here in the Wilmington area? Here's this week's list of properties and Open Houses to check out while you're out and about!

Pleasure Island (Carolina Beach and Kure Beach)

1100 S Fort Fisher Blvd Unit 2202B is a fully furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo for sale in the sea-side Ocean Dunes community of Kure Beach, which features indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, a playground, and fitness center. This condo puts you just steps from the beach, and a short bike ride from the State Historic Site at Fort Fisher and the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Click here to see more!

650 Saint Joseph St Unit 101 is a furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo for sale in the Carolina Bay community, which is situated right on the canal in Carolina Beach. The unit comes with and assigned boat slip, and has beautiful views of the pool and waterway from its private balcony. Within short walking distance to popular Carolina Beach shops and restaurants!Click here to see more!

While You're There...
While you're on the island, be sure to swing by and check out the 150th Anniversary Special Event with Civil War re-enactors going on State Historic Site at Fort Fisher Saturday & Sunday January 17th & 18th! Click here for more info!

Topsail Island (Topsail Beach, Surf City, & North Topsail Beach)

2244 Island Dr Unit 1 is a fully furnished 4 bedroom, 3 bath townhome for sale on the south end of North Topsail Beach featuring an elevator, outdoor shower, 2 ocean view balconies, and lighted pathway to the beach! The unit is within short walking distance to two great cocktail lounges (for capping off those relaxing days in the sun and surf), making this a fantastic private vacation retreat. Click here to see more!
***OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, January 17th & Sunday, January 18th 1-4 PM both days!

205 Lazy Day Dr is a fully furnished 3 bedroom, 3 bath 2nd-row townhome for sale located in the Turtle Cove community of Surf City, which features a pool and private beach access. Situated close to shops, restaurants, and park with a pier walkway to the ICWW, the unit has partial ocean views from its private balcony and has been immaculately maintained! Click here to see more!
***OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, January 17th & Sunday, January 18th 1-4 PM both days!

Brunswick County (Leland)

1521 Pine Harbor Way is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home for sale in the Windsor Park neighborhood of Leland with new carpeting and 42" kitchen cabinets on a cul-de-sac road. The neighborhood has a community pool, playground, and water features, and is just minutes from downtown Wilmington. Click here to see more!

2071 Wind Lake Way is a waterfront, corner lot for sale in Waterford of the Carolinas in Leland. At .47 acres, this wide lot assures that you will only have future neighbors on only one side in a beautiful walking community that features a pool, tennis, beach volleyball, playground, and fitness center among other amenities. Must be seen to understand the true potential for your future home! Click here to see more!

Have questions about any of these properties? Give me a call or send me an email! Thinking about selling your home here in the Wilmington area? Contact The Whalen Team today about listing your property - we're here to help!
-Desiree

Dec. 23, 2014

Just Listed! 1521 Pine Harbor Way Leland, NC

by Desiree Whalen.

Hi everyone,
1521 Pine Harbor Way Leland, NC 28451Looking for a home in the Leland area? Check out The Whalen Team's latest listing! 1521 Pine Harbor Way is a beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in the Windsor Park neighborhood just over the bridge from downtown Wilmington in Leland.

Located on a cul-de-sac road, this home features a fireplace for those chilly nights, new carpeting, and 42" kitchen cabinets. The neighborhood features a community pool, playground, and water features, making this a great walking community for those peaceful evening strolls. For more property details, including photos and updated pricing, follow this link:

1521 Pine Harbor Way Leland, NC 28451
http://www.desireewhalen.com/property/549396c6ef65401da1be7ac5/

Have any questions about this property? Give me a call or send me an email! Already own a home in Windsor Park and thinking about selling? Contact The Whalen Team today about listing your property - we're here to help!
-Desiree

Dec. 15, 2014

Free, Online Home Valuation – Find Your Property’s Value in Wilmington, NC

by Desiree Whalen.

Hi everyone,
The other day we mentioned in a post that we now feature a free home valuation tool on our website to help you instantly find your property’s value here in the Wilmington area. This is a great tool to use if you’re thinking about selling your home, as it will give you an idea of what you can expect to sell your home for and how much you can spend on your next one.

We’ve added links to the tool for different areas here in southeast NC, which you can find here:

Wilmington NC Home Values
http://www.desireewhalen.com/wilmington-nc-home-values/

Wrightsville Beach NC Home Values
http://www.desireewhalen.com/wrightsville-beach-nc-home-values/

Carolina Beach NC Home Values
http://www.desireewhalen.com/carolina-beach-nc-home-values/

Kure Beach NC Home Values
http://www.desireewhalen.com/kure-beach-nc-home-values/

Hampstead NC Home Values
http://www.desireewhalen.com/hampstead-nc-home-values/

Leland NC Home Values
http://www.desireewhalen.com/leland-nc-home-values/

Be sure to check them out, and if you have any questions about your home’s value give us a call or send us an email – we’re here to help!
-Desiree Whalen, The Whalen Team

Dec. 13, 2014

Open House Today in Kure Beach, Saturday December 13th 1-3 PM!

 

By Desiree Whalen.

 

Hi everyone!
Come on down to Kure Beach today to check out a great property in the Ocean Dunes community! 1100 South Fort Fisher Blvd Unit 2202B is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath condominium within walking distance to the beach and the Fort Fisher National Historic site.

 

The property comes fully furnished and features outdoor and indoor pools, fitness center, basketball, shuffleboard, elevator and private balcony! A beautiful oceanfront community with beach access. Here’s the details:

 

WHAT: Open House!
WHEN: Today! Saturday December 13
th 2014 1-3 PM
WHERE: 1100 South Fort Fisher Blvd Unit 2202B (in Ocean Dunes)

 

Property Details:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/property/537eafecef65401c24988038/

Hope to see you there!
-Desiree

Dec. 12, 2014

How Much is My Home Worth In Wilmington NC?

By Desiree Whalen.

Hi everyone!
Are you thinking about selling your home here in the Wilmington area? The first thing you’ll need to do is figure out how much your home is worth so you can get an idea of what you’ll be able to spend on your next property.

To get you started, we’ve just added a new feature to our website that allows you to receive an instant, online home valuation to help you get an idea of your home’s current real estate market value.

Follow this link to get started:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/cma/property-valuation/

Once you’ve found your home’s value, your next step would be to contact a Realtor to help you list and sell your home quickly for the maximum amount possible – and that’s where we come in! J

Contact The Whalen Team today and let us help you get the most out of selling your home, fast. We’re here to help!
-Desiree

Dec. 6, 2014

Open House Today in Carolina Beach! Saturday 12/6/14!

By Desiree Whalen. 

Hi everyone,
Out and about looking at properties in the Wilmington area this weekend? Then come on down to Carolina Beach this afternoon to check out my listing at 650 St Joseph St #101 in the Carolina Bay community!
 

This is a beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath condominium with great views of the both the canal and community pool, is close to area shopping, restaurants, and bars, and comes fully furnished! 

Here’s the details:
WHAT: Open House!
WHERE: 650 St Joseph St #101 Carolina Beach, NC 28428
WHEN: Today – Saturday December 6
th 2014 from 1-4PM
 

Property Details:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/property/546ab7fdef65403ed2be7a8c/

Hope to see you there!
-Desiree