north carolina: Welcome Wednesday Event at The Reserve at West Bay in Ogden - 03/19/14 04:17 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Cold! Wet! That was the weather at the latest Welcome Wednesday broker luncheon event held by D.R. Horton today at The Reserve at West Bay. But that didn’t cool the warmth or dampen the spirits of Lori Markham and the rest of the D.R. Horton team from putting on a great event and letting us know about the exciting developments taking place all around them!
Located in the Ogden area (northeast Wilmington), The Reserve at West Bay is just now taking shape and will include both single family residential homes and townhomes ranging from 1700 to 4100 square feet … (0 comments)

north carolina: Bimini Townes Townhomes in Carolina Beach, NC - 03/18/14 11:43 PM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone,
Hope you’re having a great week! I’m back today to let you know about a community of new construction townhomes being built in Carolina Beach called Bimini Townes, which is located at the north end of the island, near the ICWW at Snows Cut (just east of the bridge).
The community offers 3 different floor plans to choose from starting in the low $300k’s, and features hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a community pool. Short walking distance to everything Carolina Beach has to offer! To see currently available units, including photos and updated … (0 comments)

north carolina: 7208 Orchard Trace – New Listing in Magnolia Plantation, Wilmington NC - 03/18/14 06:44 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone,
Just wanted to let you know about a new listing that just came on the market in the Magnolia Plantation neighborhood over in the Masonboro area of Wilmington, just off Masonboro Sound Road.
7208 Orchard Trace is a 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath property districted to Parsley Elementary/Roland-Grise Middle/Hoggard High Schools, and is just minutes from shopping and the beach. This is a quiet neighborhood with no through traffic, and is just a short drive from the public boat ramp at Trails End Park. For more details including photos and pricing, follow this link:
7208 Orchard Trace … (2 comments)

north carolina: Price Reduced at 216 Friendly Lane in Wilmington, NC! - 03/18/14 01:57 AM

Property Details:
http://homesforsale.desireewhalen.com/idx/17564/details.php?idxID=104&listingID=494418
Welcome home to your 4 br, 3 bath all brick retreat situated among the majestic live oak trees. This 3300 sq ft homes open floor plan has ample windows to bring the beautiful outdoors inside. Cooking meals has never been so effortless using GE stainless steel appliances complimented by its generous pantry. The designer kitchen boasts granite counter tops and subway tile back splash. Storage space is abundant throughout while providing quiet space for the reader or artist. Enjoy the craftsman style features, custom moldings, ceramic tile baths, laundry and rocking chair front porch, plus hardwood floors in … (0 comments)

north carolina: OPEN HOUSE TODAY! CHANCE TO WIN $500! MASONBORO AREA! - 03/15/14 01:35 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone! Want to check out a great property in the Masonboro area, and possibly win $500? Join me today from 1-4PM for an Open House at 216 Friendly Lane in the Friendly Oaks community!
This is a “Coast In & Win” weekend for Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, so everyone attending this open house can register for a chance to win $500 later this week!
Here are the details:
WHAT: Open House
WHERE: 216 Friendly Ln Wilmington, NC 28409 (Masonboro area)
WHEN: Today, Saturday March 15th, 1-4 PM
Property Details: http://homesforsale.desireewhalen.com/idx/17564/details.php?idxID=104&listingID=494418
Hope to see you there, and good luck!
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north carolina: The Porches in Carolina Beach, NC - 03/12/14 06:34 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone,
Hope you’re having a great week so far. I’ve added a new neighborhood showcase page to the website this morning, today focusing on a community of new homes down in Carolina Beach called The Porches, built by Sanco Homes just off Harper Avenue in the heart of town.
Centrally located, The Porches is within walking distance to the shops and restaurants of the downtown area and beach, while remaining outside the flood zone, making it an ideal location for those who want to enjoy all the excitement Carolina Beach has to offer. To see currently available … (0 comments)

north carolina: 7313 Orchard Trace in Magnolia Plantation, Wilmington NC - 03/11/14 04:13 AM
by Desiree Whalen. Hello everyone!
Hope you’re having a great day! It’s sunny and warm here in Wilmington (currently low 70′s!) and a PERFECT day for attending a broker’s open house. Luckily, there was one nearby today being hosted by Ed & Sheila Rudolph of Keller Williams Realty (http://www.wilmingtonrealestateteam.com) at 7313 Orchard Trace in the Magnolia Plantation neighborhood (Masonboro area).
The open house lunch was deliciously catered by Chef Linda of Linda’s Cuisine (http://www.lindascuisineptc.com), serving up heaping helpings of great Italian food, and Sheila’s own homemade cookies (we want the recipe!).
The property itself is a 4 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath brick … (0 comments)

north carolina: Price Improvement on 216 Friendly Lane and Lots in Friendly Oaks! - 03/04/14 10:07 PM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone,
I’ve got big news on some price reductions on three great properties here in the Masonboro area of Wilmington!
216 Friendly Ln has is now competitively priced at $450k, while the 2 available lots also in the Friendly Oaks development have been lowered to $133,900/each!
This is a beautiful neighborhood in one of the most scenic parts of town - minutes from shopping and the beach, and just a few blocks away from the public boat ramp at Trails End Park.
A little more about the properties:
216 Friendly Lane is a new construction, 4 bedroom, 3 bath all-brick home … (2 comments)

north carolina: Let’s Hear It For Hampstead! - 02/27/14 10:37 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone,
Hope you’ve been having a great week so far! I’m back tonight with another update to the site – four more neighborhood showcase pages were added today. Next week, my family and I are looking forward to visiting with some good friends of ours who live out in Hampstead NC, so tonight’s update is all about neighborhoods in that area. (Can’t wait to see you guys!)
If you’ve been looking for homes in that area, be sure to check these neighborhoods out:
Graystone (homes on the south end of Hampstead):
http://www.desireewhalen.com/graystone.php
Eagles Watch (east of US-17 in Hampstead):
http://www.desireewhalen.com/eagleswatch.php
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north carolina: New Beachfront Bargains on the NC Coast! - 02/25/14 02:59 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hello everyone,
Here’s a quick update to let you know that I’ve updated the Beachfront Bargains List on my site, and for those of you who have signed up to receive it via email – check your inbox!
What is the Beachfront Bargains List?
Every two weeks I put together a list of all the best deals on the southeast NC coast – beach foreclosures, short sales, motivated seller properties, homes, condos – and send it out to everyone who’s signed up to get it (it’s also available online when you login to my site…).
Through this list, I’ve helped … (0 comments)

north carolina: Happy 275th Birthday Wilmington! - 02/19/14 09:30 PM
by Desiree Whalen.
Our beloved Port City turns 275 today – Happy Birthday Wilmington!
http://www.wect.com/story/24772190/wilmington-celebrates-275th-birthday
-Desiree
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north carolina: It’s A Monday Night Neighborhood Showcase Bonanza! - 02/17/14 08:54 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone!
The warm weather is coming! The warm weather is coming! (can you tell I’m just a little excited for it?) We’re expected to be back into the 70′s here in Wilmington by the weekend, and as far as I’m concerned, it can’t get here fast enough! In the meantime, there’s work to be done, which means we’ve added another batch of neighborhood showcase pages to the website.
Tonight’s update features five great neighborhoods in both Wilmington and Carolina Beach, both condo communities and residential neighborhoods. Follow the links below to find out more about each – … (0 comments)

north carolina: Atlantic Towers – Carolina Beach Condos for Sale - 02/13/14 06:19 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
BRRRRR! Another winter blast has hit us here in the Wilmington area in the form of an ice storm, and we’re just now defrosting after a frigid couple of days! Hope you were all able to keep warm and safe. I’m back today to help you shake off the winter doldrums by giving you another neighborhood showcase page that’s sure to warm up your thoughts. Today I’m featuring a community of oceanfront condominiums on the sunny shores of Carolina Beach called Atlantic Towers, which is located on S. Lake Park Blvd. (between Texas Ave. and Alabama Ave.)
With an … (2 comments)

north carolina: My New Listing - 1311 S Lake Park Blvd 16B - Virtual Tour - 02/09/14 09:55 PM
My new listing! Check out the virtual tour for this beautiful ocean-view condo in Carolina Beach!
http://tours.seacoastrealty.com/tour/Nitro/loadingPage.htm?tourId=1850839# 
More Info:
Your beach retreat is waiting for you to spend timeless memories. Come sit by the salt water pool or relax on the sand and let your worries disappear. This cozy one bedroom and one bath condo is within walking distance to Lake Park's farmers' market, festivals and restaurants.
Property Details:
http://homesforsale.desireewhalen.com/idx/17564/details.php?idxID=104&listingID=501506
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north carolina: The Walk at Sloop Point – New Homes in Hampstead, NC - 02/05/14 12:38 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hello everyone,
Just wanted to let you know about a development of new construction homes out in Hampstead being built by Hardison Building Company called The Walk at Sloop Point, located just off Sloop Point Loop Road. I’ve already created a neighborhood showcase page for it on my website here, where you can find updated property listings.
Close to golf, schools, and Kiwanis Park, this neighborhood features 3 and 4 bedroom floor plans between 2000-2800 sq. feet, starting at around $239K. To see currently available properties, including photos and pricing information, follow this link:
The Walk at Sloop Point:
http://www.desireewhalen.com/thewalkatslooppoint.php
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north carolina: Price Reduction and Open House This Weekend - 01/31/14 04:27 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone!
Just a quick note to let you know about a PRICE REDUCTION on my listing at 216 Friendly Ln in the Friendly Oaks development! This beautiful home is now listed at $469,000 – so come give it a look.
And hey…what’s this??
We’re having an OPEN HOUSE at the property this weekend!
Come on out and enjoy the warm(er) weather again as you tour this wonderful 4 bedroom, 3 bath, all-brick beauty in the Masonboro area. Here’s the details:
What: Open House
Where: 216 Friendly Ln Wilmington, NC 28409 (just off Masonboro Loop Road)
When: Saturday February 1st … (0 comments)

north carolina: Snowy Day Site Update: Three More Wilmington Neighborhoods - 01/30/14 07:53 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone,
Hope you’re staying warm! We’ve been “snowed-in” for the last couple of days here in Wilmington. Even though it’s not deep, the roads are icy (something we’re not used to here in the South) so schools have been closed since Tuesday. Thankfully though, all this should be melted and gone by the weekend so we can return to normal around here.
We’ve been keeping busy by adding content to the site today, with three more neighborhood showcase pages just added. Each of these communities features properties that have just come on the market within the last … (0 comments)

north carolina: Hey Beachfront Bargain Hunters – My New List Is Out! - 01/28/14 01:07 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hi everyone!
Have you been dreaming about buying a beach house or condo here on the North Carolina coast? This is YOUR YEAR to finally do it and NOW is the time! I’ve just published my latest, updated list of beach property foreclosures, short sales, and great deals in the area, and there’s some good stuff out there.
For those of you who have already signed up to receive it, check your inbox for the latest list, or click here to view the list on my website (your login info is in your signup email).
What is the Beachfront … (0 comments)

north carolina: Start Your North Carolina Beachfront Bargain Hunt Right Here! - 01/13/14 03:28 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Looking for your own beachfront bargain here in southeastern North Carolina as either a vacation home or investment property? This is the place to start your search! I’ve just updated the Beachfront Bargains list on my site, and there are some great properties available right now!
(For those of you who have already signed up to receive it, check your inbox now or login to my site to view the list online)
What is the Beachfront Bargains List?
Every two weeks, I send out an updated list of all the best foreclosures, short sales, and great deals in our … (0 comments)

north carolina: More Neighborhoods! New Listings! It’s Thursday! - 01/09/14 02:59 AM
by Desiree Whalen.
Hello everyone!
Hope you’re having a great week so far. Things are starting to normalize around here in Wilmington…the cold weather is moving out, and we’re forecast to be back up near the 70′s this weekend (yay!). I’ve added a few more neighborhood showcase pages to my site this morning for you to check out – part of an ever growing list of Wilmington area neighborhoods on my site that you can view at any time (very useful if you’ve had your eye on a particular neighborhood here in the area!).
The five we’ve added today all have … (0 comments)

 
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