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A neighborhood immersed in nature
Named after the park and lake surrounding the area, Greenfield is a neighborhood for those who want to live lakeside while not being too far from downtown Wilmington. “This area has a lot of original homeowners,” says Celeste Salzberg, Momentum Companies Realtor. “They are unfortunately passing away, and the homes are in need of renovation because it’s an older, established neighborhood.” Greenfield Park provides beautiful scenery surrounded by wildlife. While homes tend to be on the smaller side, larger lots allow residents to spread out close to the water. “The park has a walking trail around a natural pond,” says Jake Wyer, a Broker with Exp Realty. “It’s like a cypress pond, so it has a very Southern feeling.” There are a few restaurants and entertainment venues close by, and Greenfield is less than 3 miles to downtown Wilmington. Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center is located right in the neighborhood.
Greenfield Park Lake is were residents go to relax.
New Hanover Regional Medical Center is close to Greenfield.
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Alligator and egrets at Greenfield Park
Greenfield Park is a 190-acre green space that can serve as a quiet spot for birding or kayaking across Greenfield Lake. On the 5-mile hike-and-bike trail, residents might be able to spot egrets, turtles and alligators. “Everyone should know, ‘Please don’t feed the alligators,” Salzberg says. Away from the water, the park offers a skate park, tennis and pickleball courts, which are expected to be completed by July 2024. The Greenfield Park Rotary Garden, filled with roses and azaleas, is laid out in the shape of a massive rotary wheel symbol, purportedly the world's largest. The outdoor amphitheater is a popular attraction that hosts concerts and a Shakespeare in the Park series in the summer. “You can bring the kids, bring a bottle of wine and snacks, and introduce your children to Shakespeare,” Salzberg says.
Residents can walk to Greenfield Park, a 190-acre green space.
Residents can walk to Greenfield Park, a 190-acre green space.
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Small homes close to the water
The neighborhood primarily consists of bungalows and cottages built in the 1940s to the 1980s. They often range from 750 to 2,000 square feet. “There are a lot of smaller houses,” Salzberg. "The ones along the lake tend to be a little more expensive, but there are lanes that lead to the lake that are more affordable.” Prices generally start in the low $200,000s and run as high as $400,000, while one- to two-bedroom condos in the area cost in the mid to high $100,000s. In 2023, there were a total of 15 home sales, and prices have been increasing in the past few years. Salzberg recalls a house she sold there in 2021 to someone looking for more space for their dogs. “At the time, right before the housing boom, I sold it for $190,000,” she says. “If I had to list it today, I would list it at $350,000 to $360,000. It had a big backyard and was walkable to Greenfield Lake.”
In Greenfield homes tend to be on the smaller side, with larger lots.
The Greenfield neighborhood is is bordered by major roads, including U.S. 421 and U.S. 117.
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Live performances in the theater, amphitheater and stadium
Live Nation manages Greenfield Lake Amphitheater and hosts musical acts of all genres. Opera House Theatre Company is a nonprofit that provides the community with professional performances using local talent. The neighborhood is also close to Legion Stadium, a sports venue with 3,000 seats. “It used to house a minor league soccer team,” Wyer says, noting that without a current anchor tenant, the stadium's future is somewhat uncertain. It does include a pool, pickleball courts and a baseball field that hosts the Wilmington Sharks, a collegiate summer league baseball team.
The Hugh Morton Amphitheater is right along the river in Greenfield.
The Legion Sports Complex is a complex mainly used for soccer in the Greenfield neighborhood.
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Local eateries in the commercial corridor
Merritt’s Burger House is a drive-in eatery established in 1958 where servers deliver seafood and barbecue platters to customers' cars. Mediterranean Halal Market and Bakery sells fresh fish, meat and homemade baklava. There are a few fast-food chains along U.S. 117 and local spot The Boba Tea Factory, which serves milk & fruit teas, plus egg waffles. The neighborhood has a Food Lion, but more grocery store options are situated less than 5 miles away. The North Carolina Gallery of Fine Art displays and sells pieces. It also debuted the Faces of Lincoln collection, a series of bronze sculptures of the former president.
Merritt's Hamburger has been around Greefield for over 70 years.
Mediterranean Halal Market in Greenfield has homemade goods.
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Schools on screen in New Hanover County
Sunset Park Elementary and Williston Middle both earn a B-minus on Niche. New Hanover High is the oldest high school in Wilmington. The gym was featured in an episode of "One Tree Hill" and a few films, including "Blue Velvet" (1986). The B-plus-rated school has won several state championships among its many sports teams.
Sunset Park Elementary School in Wilmington, NC has a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1.
The entrance to New Hanover High School in Wilmington.
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Downtown proximity on major roads
The neighborhood is bordered by major roads, including U.S. 421 and U.S. 117. Spots around the park are walkable, but a car is needed even to get to the more commercial section of Greenfield. For public transportation, there are several Wave Transit bus stops nearby. Wilmington International Airport is a 5- to 8-mile drive away, which can take 15 to 25 minutes. Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center is located right in the neighborhood.
Greenfield is bordered by major roads, including U.S. 421 and U.S. 117.
Buses run through out the Greenfield neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Dr Heber W Johnson Rotary Garden - Home of the World's Largest Rotary Wheel
Greenfield Park
Hugh Morton (Greenfield Lake) Amphitheater
Legion Sports Complex
Transit
Airport
Wilmington International
20 min drive
Bus
17th St Sb & Doctors Cir
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Wellington Ave Eb & Troy Dr
Bus
17th St Sb & Wellington Ave
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Carolina Beach Rd Nb & Central Blvd
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17th St Sb & Medical Center Dr
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Medical Center Dr Wb & Carolina Beach Rd
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17th St Sb & Harbour Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Greenfield
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Greenfield Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Greenfield, Wilmington sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Greenfield, Wilmington over the last 12 months is $247,000.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,853
Median Age
40
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,945
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,693
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
29.7%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.3%
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®
42/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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