Airlie
Neighborhood in Wilmington, North Carolina
New Hanover County 28403
Luxury homes with a Southern coastal twist
Properties in Airlie match its Southern fairytale feel. Narrow roads are shaded by long branches of live oak trees covered in Spanish moss. Pebble and stone driveways curve through yards decorated with flowering shrubs, manicured gardens and pristinely trimmed bushes. The luxurious single-family homes here sit close together on lots less than a third of an acre. Styles range from coastal cottages and Cape Cods covered in shingles to towering Charleston-style homes with covered porches on the first and second floors. Stately multi-million-dollar mansions sit along the waterfront with private docks and boat slips. Criscitiello says Airlie homes don’t go on the market often, and prices are well above the Wilmington area average, starting at $500,000 for a two-bedroom ranch-style home and reaching over $2 million for elaborate estates. “It’s one of the most sought-after neighborhoods because of its proximity to Wrightsville Beach,” he says. Condos and townhouses offer community amenities like pools and tennis courts and can list as low as $300,000, with most properties falling between $400,000 and $500,000. However, high-end units in the new community, The Lane, can top $1 million. Potential buyers should note that the neighborhood is in a flood zone and that hurricanes are possible.
A historic garden overlooking Bradley Creek
With the Intracoastal Waterway to the east and Bradley Creek to the south, boating, kayaking and paddleboarding are everyday activities here. Wrightsville Beach, known for its surfing, is less than 2 miles away. Two nearby trials, the Summer Rest Trail and the Cross City Trail, offer smooth, tree-shaded paths for cycling. Next to the neighborhood is the expansive Country Club of Landfall, where golfers can test their skills on four courses. At the heart of the neighborhood is the awe-inspiring oasis of Airlie Gardens, visited by tens of thousands of nature lovers each year. “It’s a really good representation of old Southern gardening,” Criscitiello says. Often described as enchanted, this 67-acre public garden dates to the 1700s. Meticulously maintained over the years, it features massive live oaks that are hundreds of years old. The famed Airlie Oak is believed to be from the 1500s. Walking paths pass by freshwater lakes and colorful sculptures. Visitors hope to spot wildlife like herons and ospreys. Spring is a popular time, as more than 75,000 azaleas bloom, following thousands of tulips and daffodils as the opening act. Residents can become members to take part in year-round events, from monthly bird walks and butterfly releases to the Summer Concert Series and the annual Oyster Roast.A-rated schools in New Hanover County
The New Hanover County School District serves Airlie. Young children cross the Wrightsville Beach Bridge to attend class at Wrightsville Beach Elementary School, which receives an A grade from Niche. Located on Harbor Island, the waterside school has its own dock and a Marine Science program funded, in part, by the PTA. Students head inland for M.C.S. Noble Middle School, which has an A-minus rating and is ranked the second-best public middle school in New Hanover County. John T. Hoggard High School earns an A rating. In addition to offering an International Baccalaureate Program, the school has high-performing athletes appearing in regional championships in sports like basketball, golf and cross country. St. Mark Catholic School, Providence Preparatory Academy and Friends School of Wilmington are nearby private options. The University of North Carolina Wilmington is about 3 miles away.
Celebrating spring with a garden party
One of Wilmington’s biggest events of the year is the North Carolina Azalea Festival, held throughout the first week of April to coincide with the annual blooming of the azaleas across the city. Revelers enjoy home and garden tours, parades and street fairs. Partners and sponsors of the festival can attend a private Luncheon Garden Party in Airlie Gardens. “Everybody dresses up in the old Southern style, kind of like the Kentucky Derby with the big hats. It has that 'who’s who' feel,” Criscitiello says. “After the garden party, everybody goes over to Dockside for the after-party,” he adds.Short scenic drives down Airlie Road
Airlie Road is the neighborhood’s main street. It gently flows through the forested landscape before curving at the picturesque banks of the Intracoastal Waterway. The two-lane road is bike-friendly and connects to other bikeable streets like Wrightsville Avenue. Where Airlie Road meets Military Cutoff Road sits Saint Andrews Episcopal Church. A neighborhood landmark, the church features Mediterranean Revival architecture with a red clay tile roof, arched windows and stucco walls. Residents trying to enter the neighborhood before and after services may notice police directing traffic. Eastwood Road (U.S. Route 74) is nearby for trips to downtown Wilmington and Wilmington International Airport, both about a 10-mile drive. The Cape Fear Public Transit Authority’s Wave Transit has a bus stop at Eastwood and Military Cutoff roads.
Waterfront dining along the Intracoastal Waterway
Residents in Airlie can walk to the restaurants dotting the Intracoastal Waterway, a highway for commercial and recreational mariners stretching up and down the East Coast. Dockside is known as the local watering hole. The decades-old seafood spot with a marina entices its regulars with a relaxed atmosphere, live music and plenty of outdoor seating. “People dock there to get a beer before getting back on the boat and continuing down the Intracoastal,” Criscitiello says. Date nights happen at The Bridge Tender, a fine dining restaurant featuring a surf and turf menu enjoyed in black leather booths or out on the deck of its marina. Other restaurants and cafes are clustered around Lumina Commons. The neighborhood shopping center is anchored by a Harris Teeter and lined with small businesses like Woof Gang Bakery, a locally-owned pet store. For dozens of national retailers and movie nights at a Regal Cinema, Mayfaire Town Center is less than 3 miles away along Highway 17 (Military Cutoff Road).
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Gretchen Coley
Gretchen Coley
Compass -- Raleigh
(984) 459-7838
1,030 Total Sales
1 in Airlie
$420,000 Price
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Donna Waller
Donna Waller
Corcoran HM Properties
(877) 851-5145
60 Total Sales
1 in Airlie
$640,000 Price
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Rob Warwick
Rob Warwick
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
(910) 807-7356
394 Total Sales
1 in Airlie
$317,750 Price
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Sharon Farmer
Sharon Farmer
Premier Agents Network
(984) 237-2667
24 Total Sales
2 in Airlie
$465,000 Price Range
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Butch Saunders
Butch Saunders
RE/MAX Essential
(910) 537-3271
175 Total Sales
1 in Airlie
$430,000 Price
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Ryan Smith
RS
Ryan Smith
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Essential
(910) 541-5255
21 Total Sales
1 in Airlie
$580,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Airlie Gardens
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Airlie | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Airlie Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Airlie, Wilmington sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Airlie, Wilmington over the last 12 months is $610,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,195,000
Median Sale Price
$610,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,495,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$877,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$575
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
505
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1986
Months of Supply
6.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,483
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,028
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,033
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
444
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 212 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,200
Median Age
47
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,401
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,363
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
61.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.1%
% Population in Labor Force
61.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
64''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
18
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rogersville-Bradley Creek
Residential roads a few miles from Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville Beach
Autumn Hall
A master-planned coastal community that offers abundant nature and amenities
Eastwind-Piney Acres
Borders UNCW, laden with Spanish moss, with the Cross-City Trail running through
Greenville Loop
Subdivisions with large wooded lots by Wrightsville Beach and Masonboro Island
Landfall
Exclusive, private community home to Country Club of Landfall
Mayfaire
Bustling retail center featuring condos and single-family homes
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