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Deep local expertise, no-pressure guidance, and a genuine love for the Cape Fear region – every step of the way.
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Cape Fear Region
- Carolina Beach Boardwalk charm, island life, and the beach town that still feels like a beach town Roughly $300K (condos) to $2.5M+ (oceanfront)
- Castle Hayne Northeast Cape Fear River living in northern NHC ZIP 28429 median ~$412K (Redfin, Sept 2026)
- Downtown Wilmington Historic charm, river views, and a walkable life between the river and the sea Roughly $300K (condos) to $1.5M+ (historic homes)
- Figure Eight Island A private, gated barrier island north of Wrightsville Beach $1M–$15M+
- Hampstead Sound-side and inland living along US 17 near Topsail ~$482K–$493K typical (ZIP 28443, Sept 2026)
- Hightsville Unincorporated, on the NE Cape Fear River Median ~$292K (Redfin, 3 mo. to Sept 2026; few sales)
- Landfall Gated golf and waterfront living near Wrightsville Beach Roughly mid-$300Ks (patio homes) to $7M+ (waterfront estates)
- Leland The gateway to Brunswick County and your coastal sweet spot Roughly $275K (established) to $2M+ (riverfront luxury)
- Masonboro Wilmington's quiet-luxury ICW corridor Roughly $500K (established) to $5M+ (waterfront estates)
- Midtown / UNCW Area Central Wilmington around UNCW and Independence Mall ZIP 28403 median ~$411K (Redfin, Sept 2026)
- Monkey Junction Wilmington's growing coastal corridor Roughly $220K (condos) to $2M+ (estate lots)
- Northchase Planned subdivision off N. College Rd, no city tax $255K–$530K
- Ogden / Mayfaire Modern suburban convenience between the river and the sea Roughly $300K (condos) to $1.5M+ (waterfront custom)
- Pine Valley Established streets around a 1955 country club Median ~$476K (Redfin, Sept 2026)
- Porters Neck Gated golf, waterfront living, and the coastal sweet spot north of Wilmington Roughly $350K (townhomes) to $2M+ (waterfront estates)
- Riverlights Master-planned living on the Cape Fear River Roughly $400K (townhomes) to $1M+ (custom waterfront)
- Rocky Point Rural Pender County at I-40 Exit 408 ZIP 28457 median ~$444K (Redfin, Sept 2026)
- Wrightsville Beach Island life just east of Wilmington Roughly $350K (condos) to $7M+ (oceanfront estates)
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Visiting Wilmington?
See it like a local.
Coming to check out the area? Grab my self-guided driving maps and itineraries, the same river-to-sea routes I’d take you on, plus where to eat along the way.
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The Kleins, at home on the coast since 2021
Tabetha
Klein
Coastal Carolina isn’t just a place to live – it’s a lifestyle worth relocating for, and everyone deserves a guide who knows it inside out.
We moved to the Cape Fear coast in 2021 with two kids and a moving truck full of questions. Now I help people buy, sell and relocate across New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties as a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, whether you’re a first-time buyer, moving up, or moving here from somewhere else entirely. Everything on this site is the stuff I wish someone had told us.
How we
help you.
From search to closing and beyond – comprehensive real-estate services tailored to your goals.
Buyer Representation
Friendly guidance from your first showing to closing day – with you and your goals at the center of every step.
Seller Services
Strategic pricing, professional marketing, and skilled negotiation to help you sell with confidence.
Relocation Support
Moving from out of state? Virtual neighborhood tours and personal area guides help you get to know the area before you ever visit.
Investment Properties
Short-term rental market insights, cash-flow analysis, and local investment strategy for serious buyers.
Life between the river
and the sea.
Snapshots from our own camera roll. Yes, that’s our dog.
Real estate insights.
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Wilmington NC Housing Market Update: October 2026
Wilmington’s median sale price was $464,779 in September 2026, homes took 55 days to sell (Redfin), and mortgage rates climbed to 7.40% the week of October 8. Here’s what the latest numbers mean for buyers and sellers in Wilmington, Leland, Hampstead, and the beaches.
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Can You Commute From Wilmington NC? Direct Flights From ILM Make It Work
Keeping a job in New York, DC, or Charlotte while living on the Cape Fear coast? Here’s how the direct flights from Wilmington NC actually work for a flying commute — routes, timing, parking math, and what a travel week really looks like.
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Our Primary Bedroom Makeover: Picture-Frame Molding, Moody Green Walls and a Closet That Finally Works
Before and after of our Wilmington-area primary bedroom makeover: picture-frame molding, a moody green paint color, a warm wood bed and a custom closet system that replaced wire shelving.
Local guides.
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Wilmington NC Restaurants: Where to Eat, a Local’s Guide
A Wilmington REALTOR®’s lived-in guide to where locals actually eat — brunch, weekday lunch, date night and waterfront bars, with neighborhoods and map links.
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Wilmington NC Hurricane Guide: What to Do If a Storm Is Coming — Calm & Complete
What to do if a hurricane is coming to Wilmington, NC – the prep timeline, evacuation zones, how schools handle closures, and honest recovery timelines.
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Wilmington Private Schools: Options, Costs & NC Vouchers
A deep look at private school options in the Wilmington, NC area – and how North Carolina’s school voucher program works.
the ILM Realtor
podcast.
Real conversations about Wilmington real estate – market trends, neighborhood deep-dives, buyer and seller stories, and expert interviews.
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Episode 013: Heirs Property in North Carolina & How Ownership Goes Wrong
August 4, 2026 · 41 min
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Episode 012: Real Estate Wire Fraud in North Carolina (and How to Not Get Hit)
August 4, 2026 · 31 min
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Episode 011: Dying Without a Will in North Carolina — What Happens to Your House
August 4, 2026 · 25 min
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your home?
Whether you’re just starting to think about buying, already have a home to sell, or are relocating from across the country – Tabetha is ready to help. No pressure, no obligation.
- Free buyer or seller consultation
- Relocation affordability tools
- No-obligation home valuation
- Local neighborhood tours
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