Why Live in Longleaf Park
Longleaf Park in Wilmington is a neighborhood with a mix of industrial and residential areas, featuring various housing options. The Belmont subdivision on the north side has modest wood-sided ranches from the 1960s, while the Sunnyvale and Southgate subdivisions on the eastern side offer brick ranches from the 1950s to '70s. The southern end includes newer traditional homes, townhouses, and condos. Renters can find options at Hawthorne at Indy West and Riverwood Apartments. Though there are no parks within Longleaf Park, the nearby 250-acre Greenfield Park, 3 miles north, provides outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and boating. For dining, K38 Baja Grill and Savor Southern Kitchen are local favorites, and grocery shopping is convenient with Harris Teeter and Food Lion nearby. Downtown Wilmington's Riverwalk, 4 miles north, offers additional shopping, dining, and entertainment. The Legion Sports Complex and Cameron Art Museum are also close, providing sports and cultural events. Wilmington International Airport is 8 miles north, and Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center is 2 miles northeast. Students attend schools such as New Hanover High School, which has a high rating and offers advanced programs. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Longleaf Park a good place to live?
Longleaf Park is a good place to live. Longleaf Park is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Longleaf Park has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.2 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $50,500 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Longleaf Park are renters, with 72.7% of residents renting and 27.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Longleaf Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Longleaf Park neighborhood guide.
Is Longleaf Park, NC a safe neighborhood?
Longleaf Park, NC is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Longleaf Park?
The median home price in Longleaf Park is $355,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $71,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,850 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $79K a year to afford the median home price in Longleaf Park. The average household income in Longleaf Park is $51K.
What are the best public schools in Longleaf Park?
The best public schools that serve Longleaf Park are:
What are the best private schools in Longleaf Park?
The best private schools that serve Longleaf Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Longleaf Park?
Yes, home prices in Longleaf Park are down 33% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Longleaf Park, NC
On average, homes in Longleaf Park, Wilmington sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Longleaf Park, Wilmington over the last 12 months is $355,990, down 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$355,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$339,696
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$192
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median List Price
$355,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-46%