$2,650,000
Wilmington, NC 28403
MLS# 100565423
Status: Pending with Showings
5 beds | 7 baths | 6497 sqft
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Property Description
Timeless elegance meets modern luxury in this stunning Georgian-style estate, three acre park-like setting in the highly sought-after Forest Hills community. Rich in history, this remarkable home was honored as the 2013 Azalea Festival ribbon-cutting residence and later featured on the 2020 Azalea Festival Garden Tour. Meticulously restored and reimagined in 2023-2024 by Kyle Lackey, the home showcases a thoughtfully redesigned floor plan paired with exceptional craftsmanship and designer finishes throughout. The state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen is a true showpiece, featuring marble countertops, custom cabinetry, oversized Sub-Zero appliances, dual wine coolers, and a well-appointed butler's pantry--perfect for seamless entertaining and catered events. A grand marble entry foyer welcomes you into sophisticated living spaces, including a formal dining room and an inviting family room with fireplace. The main level offers a flexible owner's suite option with a spacious private ensuite bath. Upstairs, the primary wing delivers a truly elevated retreat, complete with a custom Eggersman dressing room featuring a lit jewelry display and self-winding watch case, along with a private coffee bar and wine bar. The spa-inspired bath boasts a garden tub, oversized shower, and elegant marble accents. Additional highlights include a custom office and an expansive laundry suite with dual washers and dryers, plus built-in folding and workstations. Three generously sized guest suites each feature their own ensuite baths, providing comfort and privacy for family and visitors alike. The third level reveals a hidden speakeasy tucked behind a bookcase, offering a unique and unforgettable entertaining experience. The lower level is designed for relaxation and play, with a dedicated children's area and media room. Additional features include abundant storage, a whole-house generator, integrated sound system, framed televisions, and a comprehensive security camera system. This extraordinary property offers a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored historic home with every modern luxury in place--perfect for both grand entertaining and everyday living.
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Contract Info
Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Status: Pending with Showings
Marketing Start Date: 2026-04-06
Listing Price: 2650000
Current Price: $2,650,000
List Price/SqFt: 407.88
Stipulation of Sale: Standard
Location Information
Street #: 708
Street Name: Forest Hills
Street Suffix: Drive
County: New Hanover
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28403
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: Wilmington
Subdivision: Forest Hills
Secondary Subdivision: N/A
Geo Lat: 34.228988
Geo Lon: -77.910676
Remarks and Showing
Directions to Property: Market Street towards downtown, right on Forest Hills Drive, House on right.
Sign on Property: Yes
Property Exterior Info
New Construction: No
Lot Acres: 3
Lot SqFt: 130680
Lot Dimensions: Irregular
Waterfront: No
Location Type: Mainland
Property Interior Info
SqFt - Heated (Primary): 6497
SqFt - Below Grade: 700
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 6497
# Rooms: 15
# Baths - Full: 5
# Baths - Half: 2
# Baths - Total: 7
# Bedrooms: 5
Master Bedroom Level: Non Primary Living Area
ud_i_10: 3
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Legal Taxes
Year Built: 1952
Status Change Info
Under Contract Date: 2026-05-08
Entry Level Information
Entry Level: 1
Current Service Providers
Electric Provider: Duke Progress Energy
Natural Gas Provider: Piedmont Natural Gas Co.
Sewer Provider: City/Town
Water Provider: City/Town
HOA and Neigh Amenities
Club Membership: None Selected
Rooms
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Den Level: Basement
Dining Room Level: First
Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen Level: First
Laundry Level: Second
Living Room Level: First
Master Bedroom Level: First
Office Level: Second
Other Level: First
Property Features
Frontage Type: See Remarks
View Type: None
Attic: Floored; Walk-In
Basement: Finished; Full
Construction: Wood Frame
Architectural Style: Other
Exterior Features: None
Exterior Finish: Brick
Fencing: None
Foundation: See Remarks
Parking Features: Asphalt; Circular Driveway; Gravel; Off Street
Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Porch
Roof: Slate
Levels: 3 Story or More
Trash Collection: City Pick-UP
Lot Features: Wooded
Cooling: Central Air; Heat Pump
Heating: Fireplace(s); Heat Pump
Heating System Fuel Source: Electric; Natural Gas
Water Heater: Electric
Utilities: Sewer Connected; Water Connected
Sewer: Municipal Sewer
Water Source: Municipal Water
Fireplace Features: Family Room; Gas Log; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Other
Flooring: Marble; Tile; Wood
Furnished: Partially; Unfurnished
Interior Features: Basement; Blinds/Shades; Bookcases; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Gas Log; High Ceilings; Kitchen Island; Master Downstairs; Pantry; Solid Surface; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar; Whole-Home Generator
Window Features: Thermal Windows
Security Features: Security System; Smoke Detector(s)
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Heated SqFt: 6000 - 6499
Dining Room Type: Formal
Other Structures: Storage
HOA and Neigh Amenities: No Amenities
Rooms: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Den; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Office; Other
Terms: Cash; Conventional
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Width | Level | Remarks |
| Master Bedroom | 16.00 | 13.00 | First | 1st Primary |
| Bedroom 2 | 18.00 | 16.00 | Second | w/private bath |
| Bedroom 3 | 15.00 | 12.00 | Second | w/private bath |
| Bedroom 4 | 15.00 | 12.00 | Second | w/private bath |
| Living Room | 32.00 | 15.00 | First | fireplace |
| Dining Room | 16.00 | 15.00 | First | formal |
| Other | 16.00 | 15.00 | First | Study / fireplace |
| Den | 19.00 | 14.00 | Basement | Play area |
| Kitchen | 20.00 | 17.00 | First | Center Island |
| Other | 12.00 | 9.00 | First | Butler's Pantry |
| Office | 10.00 | 7.00 | Second | Custom Built-In |
| Other | 18.00 | 13.00 | Third | Speak Easy |
| Master Bedroom | 20.00 | 15.00 | Second | 2nd Primary |
| Laundry | 12.00 | 8.00 | Second | Double W/D |
| Family Room | 31.00 | 14.00 | Basement | Fireplace |
Listing Office: Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Last Updated: May - 08 - 2026
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