About Wilmington's Emerald forest

The first homes in the Wilmington NC Community of Emerald Forest were built in the late 90's. Homes are a mix of Colonial style, ranch style, with a few Low Country style homes mixed in. The sq ft ranges from 1300 to around 3000 sq ft.

Most of the homes are vinyl sided, although there a few brick homes in the community. Lots sizes vary with the average being around 1/3 of an acre. The community was entirely built out by 2003.

The neighborhood of 120 homes was laid out in a curvilinear pattern which gives it an open feeling. Conservation areas run through the community which adds to the charm.

Emerald Forest is located on the north side of Wilmington in Zip code 28411 in an area known as Ogden. Ogden Elementary, the new elementary school built in 2007 is located just outside the Oyster Lane Entrance to Emerald Forest.

Conveniently located within 7 miles of beautiful Wrightsville Beach, a quick a 3 mile drive to the fantastic shopping at the Mayfaire Town Center, only 8 miles to Historic Downtown Wilmington. Emerald Forest It's outside the city limits so residents pay no city taxes..

Emerald Forest is a very popular neighborhood for its convenience, location and quality of life and resale homes are in demand.

Fast Facts about Emerald Forest Community

• Zip code 28411
• Built by Bill Clark Homes
• Located just outside Wilmington City Limits
• County taxes .42 per 100 value
• No HOA

Emerald Forest School Assignments

• Ogden Elementary School District
• Noble Middle School
• Laney High School
• New Hanover County School Website

Emerald Forest 2008 Real Estate Market Reports

• Prices From $182-$389,000
• 7 Homes sold this year
• Average 2008 time on market 87 days
• One Short Sale
• High sold $389,900
• Low sold $182,000 (Short Sale)

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