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5006 Carleton Dr Unit 148, Wilmington, NC 28403

House Description

Location, lifestyle, and investment potential come together at 5006 Carleton Drive #148 in desirable Carleton Place. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhome with a one-car garage offers 1,060 square feet of low-maintenance living just minutes from UNCW, Wrightsville Beach, and historic downtown Wilmington. The layout is practical and inviting, with an open main living area, two full bathrooms, and a garage that provides valuable parking or extra storage. Whether you're a first-time buyer, Seahawk parent, investor, or someone looking for an easy Wilmington home base, this property checks the boxes. The Carleton Place HOA is $384/month and helps simplify ownership with community amenities and exterior maintenance. With its central location near campus, beaches, shopping, dining, and downtown, this is a smart opportunity in one of Wilmington's most convenient communities.

Highlights

Listed by Bill Corbett , 910-409-7818 Fathom Realty NC LLC , 888-455-6040. Hive MLS mls logo

Property Type

Condo/Townhome

Lot/Acreage

0.04

HOA Fee

4608 Annually

Year Built

2004

County

New Hanover

Neighborhood

Carleton Place

School District

New Hanover

Listing ID

100593055

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Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

▪ Bedrooms:2
▪ Bathrooms:2
▪ Full Bathrooms:2

Appliances:Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dryer, Electric Range

Air Cond:Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Heat Pump

Fireplaces:

Floor:LVT/LVP,Carpet,Vinyl,Hardwood

Other:Walk-in Closet(s),High Ceilings,Blinds/Shades,Walk-In Closet(s)

Other:Public

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Payment Breakdown

Principal Interest

$1,541

Taxes

$191

HOA

$4,608

Home Price

$299,000

Home Price

Loan Details

30 yrs

6.683%

Interest Rate

Loan Type

Down Payment

20%

$59,800

Down Payment

Down Payment %

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Monthly Price:

$1,540.81

Principal

Taxes

HOA

	Principal	Taxes	HOA	Total
Monthly	$1,540.81	$190.61	$4,608.00	$6,339.42
Yearly	$18,489.70	$2,287.35	$55,296.00	$76,073.05
Total	$554,691.08	$68,620.50	$1,658,880.00	$2,282,191.58