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An evolving neighborhood home to an established art scene
Northeast of Wilmington’s Historic District is Northside, a large neighborhood that's become a thriving center for arts and community. While much of the area is residential, Northside includes the vibrant Brooklyn Arts District, featuring art galleries, performance venues, locally beloved restaurants, bars and boutiques. “It’s a little bit quieter here,” says Derek Criscitiello, an agent with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage who lives in the neighborhood. “The neighborhood has enough where you don’t feel like you have to go downtown. You can walk to a bar or walk the dog and go get ice cream.” Northside is in a period of development, with historic homes under renovation and construction crews building new houses on empty lots. This is attracting both first-time buyers and high-income residents to the neighborhood.
Many Northside bars feature local musicians on weekend evenings.
Mark Weber is one of the local artists who run Acme Studio in Northside.
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Local restaurants and bars line 4th Street
In the morning, residents pick up coffee and a freshly baked cinnamon roll from The Jelly Cabinet, or sit down with friends at Brunch Thyme. For dinner, Angus Grill is a casual spot for a good burger, while Pizzeria Don Luca’s pies are enjoyed outside on the patio. Three10’s contemporary plates make it a popular choice for date night. Northside is close to a handful of bars and breweries, as well. People pack Goat & Compass, the rustic neighborhood pub, to enjoy beer, live music and open mic nights. Flytrap Brewing offers a more relaxed vibe. “There’s a place called Pineapple Studios. It’s a combo business. They do yoga as well as pottery,” says Celeste Salzberg, a Realtor with Momentum Companies. For entertainment, residents can catch the sunset along The Riverwalk, Wilmington’s famed boardwalk, before settling down on the lawn at Oak Bank Pavilion to watch a live performance. Residents travel out of downtown to get groceries. Food Lion is the closest, about 3 miles away. Harris Teeter, Lidl and Whole Foods are near Independence Mall.
Cinnamon rolls from the Jelly Cabinet are a Northside favorite on weekend mornings.
The Three10 is a favorite for a more casual meal with friends in Northside.
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A city that celebrates the arts
Wilmington is a city for artists. “When I go to art openings downtown, I see all of my neighbors. There are a lot of artists who live downtown, as well as people who appreciate the arts, whether it’s painting, theater or music,” says Jan Brewington, a Wilmington native and owner of Dram Tree Realty. Northside is home to several art galleries, including Acme Art Studios, which has been open since 1991. More than 20 artists work in its studios, and its eclectic gallery features a wide range of mediums, from photography and fashion design to sculpture and installations. The Brooklyn Arts Center is a former church converted into an event venue, hosting art shows, live performances and weddings. Children can cultivate their art skills at the DREAMS Center for Arts Education. “It has real art classes for kids taught by professional artists,” Brewington says. Wilmington’s art scene takes center stage every month as part of Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, where the public can explore art venues for free and meet featured artists.
Acme Studios in Northside is home to nearly 2 dozen local artists and host events.
Northside is home to many artistic folks and features much artwork.
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Northside homes are a mix of old and new
The tightly packed blocks of Northside feature wide streets lined with sidewalks and dotted with mature trees. Homes rest side by side on small lots and often feature covered front porches. Properties here range from tiny two-bedroom cottages and bungalows to spacious Craftsman designs and three-story contemporary builds with rooftop decks. Some homes date to the late 1800s, while others were built in the last few years, as this neighborhood features some of the few undeveloped lots in the downtown area. Most single-family homes fall between $250,000 and $375,000, but some fully renovated historic homes can cost between $450,000 and $630,000. “People are going in and restoring these houses that have Victorian Features. A lot of places in Wilmington are 1920s Art Deco, so that makes this area special,” says Salzberg, who’s lived in the city since 2017. Properties needing renovation can list for under $225,000. Potential buyers should note that hurricanes can hit Wilmington, but this neighborhood has a minimal risk of flooding.
Newer construction homes in Northside often have 2 stories.
Well established streets of Craftsman bungalows are all over the Northside area.
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Several neighborhood parks and a community market
Trees line the perimeter of Northside Park, where residents can picnic under a small shelter, romp around the playground, or swim in the outdoor pool. Portia Mills Hines Park, also called 10th Street Park, features several basketball courts and a playground. Its spacious grassy lawn is dotted with colorful tents every Saturday morning for Frankie’s Outdoor Market, a farmers market run by the Northside Food Co-op that allows neighbors to connect while picking up fresh produce for the week. Residents in Love Grove can walk to Archie Blue Community Park, a nearly 8-acre green space hugged by creeks that flow into the Cape Fear River. The park, named after a longtime resident who was a beloved band director, features kayak and canoe access, a ballfield and a small playground.
Produce is brought right into the Northside neighborhood by the Co-Op to ensure access
The playground at Portia Mills Hines Park has new colorful equipment for Northside kids.
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Easy access to U.S. Route 74
Downtown Wilmington is less than 2 miles away, making for short commutes to the Central Business District. Residents can pedal down bike-friendly streets like North 5th Avenue or catch a Wave Transit bus. Buses in the neighborhood take riders to Padgett Station, where they can transfer to other routes. The free Port City Trolley runs along the riverfront. Drivers can use 3rd Street and Market Street to reach destinations across the city, including Wrightsville Beach, about 10 miles east. U.S. Route 74 takes residents across the Cape Fear River to Leland and connects Wilmington to other cities in North Carolina, including Asheville and Charlotte. Wilmington International Airport is about 3 miles away.
Public schools for budding artists
Annie H. Snipes Academy of Arts & Design, a magnet school featuring a design lab, earns a C-plus from Niche. It’s the only elementary school in Wilmington where kids can take dance and instrumental music classes. Students can expand on their foundational skills at Williston Middle. The school receives a B-plus and offers a musical theater program where students show off their talents during an annual showcase. New Hanover High also gets a B-plus and helps students interested in the arts zero in on a medium of their choice through its theater, chorus, visual arts, band and orchestra programs. D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy, the University of North Carolina Wilmington’s year-round public school, is in the neighborhood, teaching kindergarten through eighth grade students. Saint Mary Catholic School is a nearby private option. Cape Fear Community College is about a mile away, and Criscitiello says, “A lot of people will start there before transferring to UNCW.”
New Hanover High School serves over 1400 students in the Wilmington, NC area.
The entrance to Snipes Academy of Arts & Design in Wilmington.
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Parks in this Area
Wallace Park
Northside Park
Portia Mills Hines Park
Archie Blue Community Park
Transit
Airport
Wilmington International
12 min drive
Bus
Nixon St Eb & 8th St
Bus
Rankin St Wb & 15th St
Bus
Market St Wb & 12th St
Bus
Rankin St Wb & 11th St
Bus
Nixon St Wb & 8th St (Dc Virgo Middle School)
Bus
Rankin St Wb & Mcrae St
Bus
Mcrae St Nb & Fanning St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Northside
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northside, Wilmington sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Northside, Wilmington over the last 12 months is $352,037, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,927
Median Age
37
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,264
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,002
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
23.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.5%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
64''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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