521 Airlie Road
Wilmington, NC 28403

$1,429,000
3 beds   | 4 baths   | 2,595 sqft   | Airlie |  475 DOM  |   ⦿ Active

Airlie Road Frontage Gem in Wrightsville Sound - A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity.
A truly rare find in the coveted Airlie Gardens/Wrightsville Sound neighborhood'this Airlie Road frontage jewel offers an unparalleled blend of location, history, and opportunity.
Set amidst the backdrop of Wrightsville Beach's finest coastal living, this property represents a generational opportunity for those seeking luxury, privacy, and future development potential.
Premier Airlie Road Frontage.
Rarely does a property with such prestigious frontage become available, and even rarer is land offering direct road access on Airlie that is not landlocked.
This is your chance to own on one of Wilmington's most iconic streets perfectly positioned for those who value both privacy and proximity.
The original 1918 home has recent upgrades, including a **new roof** and HVAC system (2020). Side by side photos are renderings of potential renovations. Whether you restore the original residence, build your dream home or utilize the expansive lot to develop 3-4 luxury homes with zoning approval. This multi-million-dollar location provides substantial development potential for builders, developers, and future coastal homeowners.
Located just 0.3 miles from Coastal Airlie Gardens and close to **Wrightsville Beach. this property offers convenient access to natural beauty and the coast. Enjoy nearby dining at local favorites like Fish House Grill (0.6 miles) and Bridge Tender** (0.5 miles), both offering excellent waterfront experiences just a short distance away.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create something extraordinary, whether as a private estate or a high-end development project, in one of the region's most sought-after locations.
Make this rare opportunity yours by submitting your offer today.

Details

Sub Type
Single Family Residence
County
New Hanover
Location Type
Mainland
Subdivision
Airlie
Secondary Subdivision
N/A
City Limits
Yes
Marketing City
Wilmington
Elementary School
Wrightsville Beach
Middle School
Noble
High School
Hoggard
Year Built
1918
Zoning
R-15
Lot Acres
0.67
Lot Dimensions
132 x 415 x 132 x 415
Sqft Heated Primary
2,595
Waterfront
No
New Construction
No
Hoa
No
Sign On Property
No
Tax Assessed Value
$517,400
Pid
R05700-006-011-001
Tax Identifier
R05700-006-011-001
Deed Book
1469
Deed Page
1689
Plat Book
0
Plat Page
0
Total Real Estate Property Taxes
$4,501.28
Tax Year
2024
Lot Number
4

Courtesy of Ivester Jackson Christie's

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