Why Live in Woods Edge
Woods Edge, located in the Myrtle Grove suburb of Wilmington, offers a nautical lifestyle with Wrightsville Beach to the north, Carolina Beach to the south, the Cape Fear River to the west, and the Intracoastal Waterway to the east. Residents enjoy easy access to beach days, fishing trips, and boating. The neighborhood is conveniently situated near Monkey Junction shopping center, which features various restaurants, bars, and retail options. Commuters can reach downtown Wilmington and its scenic Riverwalk in less than 20 minutes by car. The area is characterized by large New Traditional homes, bungalows, and full-brick ranch-style houses, many with attached garages and spacious front yards. Smaller subdivisions within Woods Edge, such as Laurenbridge, Brenwyck, and Beacon Woods, each have their own HOA.
Highly rated schools in the area include Codington Elementary School, Myrtle Grove Middle School, and John T. Hoggard High School. Local attractions include Arrowhead Park, which offers athletic amenities and an 18-hole disc golf course, and Tregembo Animal Park, a family-owned zoo with over 100 species of animals. However, the zoo has faced criticism for its animal welfare practices. Nature enthusiasts can explore Masonboro Island, accessible by boat, and the Cape Fear River Basin, which provides opportunities for fishing and kayaking. Dining options in the area include Cape Fear Seafood Company, J. Michael’s Philly Deli, and Celtic Monkey Irish Pub and Grill. For groceries and home improvement needs, residents can visit nearby Lowes Foods and The Home Depot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Woods Edge a good place to live?
Woods Edge is a good place to live. Woods Edge is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Woods Edge has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.9 people per acre and a median age of 48. The average household income is $107,503 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 44.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Woods Edge are home owners, with 10.5% of residents renting and 89.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Woods Edge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Woods Edge neighborhood guide.
Is Woods Edge, NC a safe neighborhood?
Woods Edge, NC is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Woods Edge?
The median home price in Woods Edge is $290,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $58,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,500 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $64K a year to afford the median home price in Woods Edge. The average household income in Woods Edge is $108K.
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Home Trends in Woods Edge, NC
On average, homes in Woods Edge, Wilmington sell after 160 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Woods Edge, Wilmington over the last 12 months is $259,900.
Median Sale Price
$259,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$300,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$259,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$157
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$290,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%