North College Homes for Sale

North College in Wilmington, NC, is a bustling neighborhood located about 2 miles north of the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW). This area features a mix of homes, apartments, hotels, and shopping centers, making it convenient for both students and professionals. Residents have access to major retailers like Target, Costco Wholesale, and Walmart Supercenter, as well as University Centre, which is less than two miles away and includes stores such as Lowe’s Home Improvement and Old Navy. Dining options range from chain restaurants along Market Street to local spots like Three Friends Coffee and Buen Dia Mexican Breakfast & Lunch. Hieronymus Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar and Rosalie's Trattoria are popular for seafood and Italian cuisine. The neighborhood is characterized by single-level and raised ranch-style homes from the 1970s, featuring diverse siding materials and spacious lots. Condos from the late 1990s and early 2000s, such as those in Cornerstone Condominiums and Cape Cottages, offer amenities like electric fireplaces and community pools. North College is also home to highly rated schools, including M.C.S Noble Middle and New Hanover High School. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the Herbert Bluethenthal Memorial Wildflower Preserve on UNCW’s campus and Maides Park, which offers athletic fields and a community center. Major thoroughfares like Martin Luther King Junior Parkway and College Road provide quick access to downtown Wilmington and Wilmington International Airport, both about 5 miles away. With bike lanes on North Kerr and access to the Cross City Trail, residents have various things to do, from cycling to catching a bus at Forden Station.