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About this home
Welcome home to this charming Cape Cod nestled on a large, mature lot in one of Wilmington's most desirable locations. The fenced yard offers privacy and plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors, while the backyard is truly an entertainer's dream featuring a large saltwater pool, hot tub, and expansive deck. A double gate provides dedicated boat parking, and a storage building offers additional space for outdoor equipment, making this property ideal for coastal Carolina living. Inside, the home features beautiful heart pine floors, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and a welcoming layout designed for comfortable everyday living. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile flooring, and a large bar that flows seamlessly into the family room and dining area, creating an inviting space for gathering. Upgraded blinds and updated bathrooms add to the home's appeal and move-in-ready feel. Enjoy added peace of mind with both HVAC systems replaced between 2025 and 2026. Both systems are rated at 14.3 SEER2 and include a 10-year manufacturer's compressor and parts warranty, along with a 2-year workmanship warranty through the installer. Additional improvements include a crawlspace dehumidifier installed in June 2026, designed for spaces up to 10,000 cubic feet with a moisture removal capacity of 54 pints per day. It includes a 5-year manufacturer's compressor and parts warranty and a 1-year installer workmanship warranty. A shallow well pump installed in 2024 supports the irrigation system and pool/spa leveling, adding even more functionality to this thoughtfully equipped property. With its inviting interior, exceptional outdoor living spaces, and valuable system updates, this home offers a wonderful blend of comfort, versatility, and coastal Carolina charm.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1977
- Lot
- 0.38 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Community
- Long Leaf Acres
- County
- New Hanover
- Price per sq ft
- $308
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Composition, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $3,140 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Sep 22, 2026
- MLS #
- 100605274
Features
Inside
- Solid Surface
- Kitchen Island
- Hot Tub
- Walk-in Shower
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Carpet
- Tile
- Wood
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
- Cooktop
Outside
- None
- Sprinklers in Front
- Sprinklers in Rear
Community
- None
Parking
- Garage Faces Front
- Attached
- Garage Door Opener
- Paved
- Enclosed
- Garage
- Parking Pad
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Forced Air
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Directions to 242 Dallas Drive
Turn right on Long Leaf Acres Drive, left on Sabra Drive , left on Dallas Drive. House on right.
Schools
- Elementary
- Blair
- Middle
- Noble
- High
- New Hanover
As listed in the MLS (New Hanover). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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Recent sales like this in Long Leaf Acres
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 501 Long Leaf Acres Drive, Wilmington | Oct 26, 2026 | 4 / 2 | 1,727 | $605,000 | $350 |
| 322 Oakland Drive, Wilmington | Sep 1, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,663 | $475,000 | $286 |
| 126 Elisha Drive, Wilmington | Aug 27, 2026 | 4 / 3 | 2,283 | $525,000 | $230 |
| 335 Sabra Drive, Wilmington | Jul 27, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,843 | $650,000 | $353 |
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Our take on 242 Dallas Drive
Written by the Buddy Blake Team from the listing photos and MLS data. Not part of the MLS listing or the listing broker's description.
This two-story single family residence in the Long Leaf Acres community of Wilmington has three bedrooms and three bathrooms across about 2,109 square feet. It was built in 1977 and sits on a 0.38-acre lot with public utilities. The eat-in kitchen has an island and solid surface features, and the property includes electric appliances such as a cooktop, oven, dishwasher, and disposal. Flooring is a mix of carpet, tile, and wood, and the interior includes a walk-in shower.
Outdoors, the lot has sprinklers in both the front and rear, along with an in-ground pool and a hot tub. An attached two-car garage faces the front and includes a garage door opener, with a paved drive and an additional parking pad. Heating and cooling come from a heat pump and central air, supported by forced air and ceiling fans.
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About 242 Dallas Drive
242 Dallas Drive is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,109 square feet, built in 1977, on 0.38 acres in Long Leaf Acres, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28405.
At $649,500, it's 62% above the median asking price ($399,900) of the 473 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Wilmington today.
That's about $308 per square foot, compared with a Wilmington median asking price of $261 per square foot.
1 other home is for sale in Long Leaf Acres right now (median asking $625,000); 14 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $550,000, typically in about 48 days.
Across ZIP 28405, 258 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $365,750.
It has been on the market for 45 days.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 242 Dallas Drive
How much is 242 Dallas Drive?
242 Dallas Drive is listed at $649,500 (about $308 per square foot) as of November 6, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 242 Dallas Drive have?
3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 2,109 square feet.
What neighborhood is 242 Dallas Drive in?
Long Leaf Acres, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
How long has 242 Dallas Drive been on the market?
45 days. Homes in Long Leaf Acres sold after a median of 48 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Long Leaf Acres?
14 homes sold in Long Leaf Acres in the last 12 months, at a median price of $550,000.
When was 242 Dallas Drive built?
1977.
Who is the listing broker for 242 Dallas Drive?
Intracoastal Realty Corporation (MLS #100605274). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 242 Dallas Drive?
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