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Off-campus living in Winter Park
While Winter Park is just a few miles from North Carolina University Wilmington, it was actually established in the early 1900s before the university. It remains a popular neighborhood for students wanting to live off-campus. Sean Skutnik is a Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty Realtor who has lived in Wilmington since the late 1980s. He says, “When kids move off campus if they’re out of the 1-mile radius, they can get a pass to drive. If they’re within a mile, they have to walk, bike or take the shuttle bus.” However, the university isn’t the only notable school near the neighborhood. Winter Park Elementary has been in the community since 1911. It's near the busy College Road, a large park and a public golf course.
UNC Wilmington students living in Winter Park have a variety of apartments to chose from.
The Winter Park neighborhood boarders UNC Wilmington.
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Student rentals and investment properties
“When you drive through Winter Park, you’ll see older brick ranches that people buy for investments,” Skutnik says. “You do see students rentals and apartment complexes as well.” Ranch-styles and cottages tend to sell for $250,000 to $465,000. Large or newly built homes range in price from $480,000 to $600,000. Townhouses and cottages start at $195,000 and can go as high as $290,000. In terms of livable space, apartments make up a quarter of the neighborhood. “It’s a great spot within walking distance to the college,” says Jan Roggeman, a Realtor with 1st Class Real Estate Coastal Choice who has lived in Wilmington for 10 years.
You can find a variety of townhome styles in Winter Park.
You can find cottage style homes from the 70s in Winter Park.
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The oldest school still operating in New Hanover County
Located in the neighborhood, Winter Park Elementary scores a B grade on Niche. “It’s a sought-after elementary school,” Skutnik says. “It’s very small and classic.” It is also the oldest school actively operating in New Hanover County. Homes north of Wrightsville Avenue and east of College Road are zoned for College Park Elementary, which receives a B-minus rating. Roland-Grise Middle scores an A-minus, while Hoggard High earns an A score. As a Special Olympics Unified Champion School, Hoggard High was named North Carolina’s choice for ESPN Honor Roll, a national honor for schools demonstrating high standards of inclusion in 2023.
Winter Park Elementary School
John T. Hoggard High School received an A on Niche.
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Equal distance to downtown and the beach
Before 1959, College Road was known as Winter Park Road. The busy road borders Winter Park to the west and intersects with Oleander Drive, forming the neighborhood's southwest corner. Oleander Drive runs along U.S. Highway 17, also known as the Coastal Highway. Skutnik says, “You’re about the same distance from Wrightsville Beach to Downtown.” Both locations are a 5- to 7-mile drive from Winter Park. The 7- to 8-mile drive to Wilmington International Airport will take around 15 to 20 minutes. Wave Transit provides bus stops throughout the neighborhood.
Winter Park is close to everything Wilmington has to offer.
The Wrightsville Beach is the closest beach to the Winter Park neighborhood.
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Public golf course and a park with a youth baseball team
The Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is located within Winter Park. While the 18-hole course is open to the public, residents of New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties receive a reduced rate. While the city owns and operates the course, a nonprofit group called Friends of Muni maintains the course. Long Leaf Park has a variety of activities, from dog parks and gardens to a playground with a splashpad and fitness obstacle course. “You’ll find a lot of people running, tossing a frisbee or walking their dogs there,” Roggeman says. “It also tends to be a meeting ground for a lot of different events throughout the year.” Residents can rent the area by the pond and gazebo as a wedding venue, and the event lawn and picnic shelters can also be reserved. The Winter Park Optimist youth baseball team has been playing at the park since 1954. The park also hosts a youth softball league and has multiple soccer fields.
The Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is located with in the Winter Park neighborhood.
Winter Park residents can enjoy a round of golf at the 18-hole Wilmington Municipal Golf Course.
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Traffic-heavy shopping and dining on College Road
“Winter Park has everything you want within a 1-mile radius,” Skutnik says. “It’s probably one of the most traffic-heavy locations in Wilmington.” There are several restaurants along College Road, including the locally owned and operated A Taste of Italy — which has breakfast and deli menus. Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken is a local chain throughout North Carolina. University Square is home to a handful of restaurants, coffee shops, a brewery, small shops and a Harris Teeter. Trader Joe’s sits where College Road intersects with Oleander Drive.
Winter Park residents can do their weekly grocery shopping at Harris Teeter.
If you are in the mood for Italian food, A Taste of Italy is a great option.
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Houses of Worship
Winter Park Presbyterian Church was the first house of worship built in the neighborhood in 1910. Winter Park Baptist Church began as a Sunday school operated by a church downtown and eventually became its own congregation.
Winter Park residents can easily walk to UNC Wilmingtion.
living in Winter Park, you are just minutes from the many intercostal waterways.
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Parks in this Area
Hugh MacRae Park Playground
Riverfront Park
Long Leaf Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Transit
Airport
Wilmington International
21 min drive
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Wrightsville Ave Wb & Macmillan Ave
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Wood Dale Dr Sb & Heide Dr
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Oleander Dr Eb & Wallace Ave
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Wrightsville Ave Wb & Rose Ave
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Wood Dale Dr Sb & Riegel Rd
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Wood Dale Dr Sb & Wrightsville Ave
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South College Nb & Peachtree Ave
Winter Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Winter Park, Wilmington sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Winter Park, Wilmington over the last 12 months is $399,900, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this charming home in Midtown! Offering the perfect blend of convenience and outdoor enjoyment. Nestled in a sought-after location, this property has a large yard, private garage space in the back, and spacious driveway perfect for guests or multiple vehicles. You'll find the ''River to Sea Bikeway'' path right across the street, inviting you to explore Wilmington's beauty just steps
This inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome is perfect for immediate occupancy and rental potential. Conveniently located within walking distance to UNCW and just a short drive from stunning beaches and the lovely Historic Downtown. The recently refreshed interior paint boasts modern appeal and flows effortlessly. Downstairs includes a roomy Kitchen, open Living Room and Formal Dining, with access
Experience everything Wilmington has to offer while basking in the comforts of a brand new residence. Dropped in the heart of the city, the local golf course, craft breweries, and Long Leaf Park are all next door. Minutes away, the beach provides an oceanside way to sit back and relax. Youll also enjoy easy access to downtown Wilmington. Throughout our community, youll find well-appointed 1, 2,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,063
Median Age
33
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,086
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,691
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.1%
College Graduates
51.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
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®
46/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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