$424,623Average Value$207Average Price per Sq Ft22Homes For Sale
Wilmington neighborhood making use of its former golf course
Developed as a golf course community in the 1970s, Echo Farms-Rivers Edge looks quite different from its original design. Little remains of the golf course, which closed in 2017 after decades of use. Today, newly built homes fill the space left behind, attracting young professionals and families. “Since the neighborhood is more centrally located, it would be a great place to live if you work downtown or want to be close to downtown,” says Derek Criscitiello, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage. “I have friends who live there and are in their 30s, but average age is closer to 40s, lower 50s,” says Criscitiello, who moved to the Port City two years ago after visiting throughout his childhood. Creeks and marsh flow through this community less than a mile east of the Cape Fear River. While most of the neighborhood is the Echo Farms and Rivers Edge subdivisions, a new shopping center sits in its northern corner.
Midcentury and modern styles surrounded by trees, creeks and marsh
Single-family homes in Echo Farms rest along narrow, winding roads that weave around the former golf course, but properties in Rivers Edge sit on wide sidewalk-lined streets that end in cul-de-sacs. Both sides of the neighborhood feature a mix of architectural styles, from 1970s brick ranch-style homes and 1990s Colonial Revivals to early 2000s New Traditional designs and newly constructed Craftsman homes. “The older homes are brick and wood, while newer homes are Hardie Plank,” says Elisa Roels, the owner of Cape Fear Realty Group, who’s lived in the area since 2003. Shade trees and shapely shrubs rooted in mulched beds adorn neatly trimmed front lawns. Lot sizes range from about 1/10 acre to over ½ acre. Home prices start at around $345,000 and can top $660,000. Townhouses cost between $230,000 and $475,000. Potential buyers should note that with creeks and marshland throughout the neighborhood, FEMA flood maps show most properties have a risk of flooding.
Larger colonial homes bring classic charm to Echo Farms-Rivers Edge.
Echo Farms-Rivers Edge is seeing an influx of new home construction.
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Preserving the historic New Hanover High School
New Hanover County Schools offers some school choice, and every high school in the district has its own signature program. Edwin A. Alderman Elementary, Williston Middle and New Hanover High are the neighborhood’s assigned schools. Alderman receives an overall rating of B from Niche. The school’s PTA organizes annual events, including a Fall Festival and a Dance-A-Thon. Williston Middle gets a C-plus. The school, just over 10 blocks from the Cape Fear River near downtown, offers various electives from chorus and orchestra to coding and e-business. New Hanover High earns a B-plus. Its signature program is the Lyceum Academy, which focuses on college prep. As Wilmington's oldest operating school, dating to 1922, New Hanover High needs repair and preservation work. The building remains open while renovations are underway to replace exterior walls and fix foundation issues. The project doesn’t have a target completion date as of November 2024.
Echo Farms-Rivers Edge is close to the A-plus-rated Cape Fear Academy. This private prekindergarten through 12th grade school is notable for its STEM program. Other nearby private options include Coastal Christian High, earning a B-plus, and the unrated Myrtle Grove Christian School.
New Hanover High School scores an overall grade of B+ on Niche.
Edwin A. Alderman Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1.
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Echo Farms Park in the neighborhood, Greenfield Lake nearby
Wilmington is a city known for its outdoor recreation, and residents in Echo Farms-Rivers Edge are close to the Cape Fear River and Wrightsville Beach for water-based fun, from boating and fishing to swimming and surfing. Echo Farms Park is in the neighborhood for summer pool days and weekly tennis clinics. Meanwhile, members of the nearby Midtown YMCA at Temple Baptist Activity Center utilize its gym and weight room for daily workouts and pickleball. The paved Gary Shell Cross City Trail loops around the 60-acre Halyburton Park, where hikers traverse sandy trails shaded by longleaf pines. The park is home to the Haliburton Nature Center, which residents can rent for special occasions. Less than 5 miles away, Pine Valley Country Club offers the nearest 18-hole golf course. Closer to downtown, baseball fans fill the stands at Buck Hardee Field at Legion Stadium to watch the Wilmington Sharks. The collegiate summer league team won the Coastal Plain League’s 2024 Petitt Cup Championship. Legion Stadium sits at the southern end of Greenfield Lake and Greenfield Park, the city’s largest public green space, drawing brave kayakers who paddle around the water despite signs warning of alligators.
Echo Farms Park residents enjoying a great day on the tennis courts.
Paved trails at Halyburton Park are a great place to get some exercise.
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The Pointe at Barclay, Marina Village and the neighborhood shopping center
Echo Farms-Rivers Edge sits between two of Wilmington’s up-and-coming shopping and dining destinations. In the new Riverlights community, Marina Village features local restaurants and boutiques. Dinner at Smoke on the Water comes with views of the sun setting over the Cape Fear River, while Girls with Dough Pizzeria and Pub offers a relaxed vibe for artisanal pies and craft brews. Unique clothing and accessories fill the shelves and racks at Kasa Mercantile, a shop owned by one of the first homeowners in Riverlights. The Pointe 14 movie theater anchors the Pointe at Barclay, featuring a mix of familiar chains and locally owned eateries. Nori Asian Fusion & Sushi Bar offers a chic atmosphere for sushi. Criscitiello says Bagels on Pointe is the spot for a New York-style bagel. Crossroads at Independence is the new neighborhood shopping center, home to the beloved regional chain K38 Baja Grill and Harris Teeter. Downtown Wilmington, home to the city’s famous Riverwalk, is a short drive away for an evening of bar hopping along South Front Street. The Cameron Art Museum, featuring a classic and contemporary American and international art collection, is about 2 miles away.
Echo Farms-Rivers Edge is just a short drive from the delicious pastries at Far From France Bakery & Bistro.
Just minutes from Echo Farms-Rivers Edge, Smoke on the Water serves classic American food along the Cape Fear River.
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Getting around the Port City
Though public transit is available, driving is the main way to get around Wilmington. Independence Boulevard and U.S. Route 421 hug the neighborhood. Wave Transit bus stops dot Route 421, which heads roughly 6 miles north into downtown Wilmington and about 11 miles south into Carolina Beach. Independence Boulevard is used to reach midtown and Wrightsville Beach, about 11 miles east. Independence Boulevard provides cyclists with a bike-friendly route to reach the Gary Shell Cross City Trail, a 15-mile multi-use path connecting various points of interest around the city. Wilmington International Airport sits just north of downtown, offering 20 nonstop flights to destinations, including Charlotte, Chicago and New York.
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Parks in this Area
Hugh MacRae Nature Trail
Halyburton Park
Halyburton Playground
Long Leaf Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Echo Farms Park
Transit
Airport
Wilmington International
26 min drive
Bus
Carolina Beach Rd Sb & Echo Farms Dr
Bus
Carolina Beach Rd Sb & Independence Blvd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Echo Farms-Rivers Edge
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Echo Farms-Rivers Edge, Wilmington sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Echo Farms-Rivers Edge, Wilmington over the last 12 months is $401,378, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-full bathroom brick patio home, offering thoughtful design and comfort throughout. With two spacious primary suites, including a private in-law suite, this home is ideal for multi-generational living or hosting guests with ease. Step into the heart of the home where a large kitchen with an eat-in area provides plenty of space for everyday meals
Uncharted Realty GroupKeller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhouse, perfectly situated in a highly desirable central location. This home offers a spacious and inviting floor plan, featuring a first-floor master suite for ultimate convenience. The soaring two-story living room fills the space with natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere.Step outside to your private yard, ideal for
Pati deOlivaBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
This stunning second-floor condo nestled within The Marshes at Rivers Edge is calling you home. Adorned with vaulted ceilings and laminate flooring in the living and dining areas, this residence offers a blend of elegance and comfort. Embrace the warmth of the fireplace during winter or relish the refreshing marsh breezes from the covered, screened balcony. The open-concept layout flows
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo is all about location and lifestyle--just minutes from downtown Wilmington and The Pointe for shopping, dining, and local flavor.Inside, you'll love the cozy open layout featuring engineered hardwoods (installed in 2018), new carpet added in 2021, and a natural gas fireplace for those cozy nights in. The spacious laundry room doubles as a great storage spot--because
Located in Rivers Edge, this brick home built by Bill Clark Homes offers 2,480 sq.ft. of well-designed living space and backs up to a scenic marsh for added privacy. It includes 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, with a split-bedroom floor plan that features one bedroom and bath over the garage--ideal for guests or a home office. The main living area has a cathedral ceiling and gas log fireplace,
Riverwood Apartments is Wilmington's newest pet-friendly community. We offer one- through three-bedroom apartments along with two- and three-bedroom townhomes catering to those looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. At Riverwood, you'll enjoy everything from our outdoor oasis complete with a sparkling swimming pool, lush landscaping, and a grilling area to our
Welcome to Hawthorne at the Pointe, a residential community featuring one-, two- and three-bedroom townhomes in Wilmington, NC. Spacious layouts and amenities welcome you home, along with exceptional service and an ideal location within walking distance to shopping, dining and entertainment options. Are you looking for a townhome for rent in Wilmington, NC? Contact our friendly, professional
Take a step outside and soak up the sun at our resort-style saltwater swimming pool. Unwind after a long day by relaxing in our hammock garden or cuddle up by our cozy outdoor fire pit. Your furry friends are our furry friends, too! The pet park is the perfect spot to embrace the surrounding nature! And when your pup is worn out from play, wash them off in our groomer quality Paw Spa! So, what
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,676
Median Age
50
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
15.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,216
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,331
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.2%
College Graduates
48.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
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®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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