About this home
This is purposed construction and this home can still be customized! The Haywood is the quintessential 3 bedroom 2 and a half bath home. The Haywood features a owner's suite tucked away upstairs, which gives the main living spaces on the first floor an exceptionally expansive and open feel. This home lives larger than it's square footage. You'll enjoy ample privacy from your family room with an ideal location at the rear of the home with easy access from your back entryway. An open concept kitchen rests between your living and dining rooms, allowing for connection with loved ones plus easy access to the heart of your home from all living areas on the main floor. Riverlights is a new home community surrounded by the coast and Cape Fear River, where nature is part your everyday routine. With easy access to the Cape Fear River, the intercoastal waterways, a family-friendly pool, a new dog park, gym and a 38-acre lake, you can kayak, paddleboard or stroll along the community dock any time of day. Enjoy the three-mile loop around the lake and scenic nature trails that weave throughout Riverlights. Conveniently located minutes to Historic downtown Wilmington, beaches, restaurants and shopping the location of Riverlights is unbeatable. Photos are of the model home.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2026
- Lot
- 0.09 acres
- Garage
- 1 space
- HOA
- $1,860 / annually
- Community
- Riverlights
- County
- New Hanover
- Price per sq ft
- $262
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Property tax
- $631 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Aug 14, 2026
- MLS #
- 100596460
Features
Inside
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- High Ceilings
- Kitchen Island
- Pantry
- Walk-in Shower
- Smart Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- LVT/LVP
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
- Built-In Microwave
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Tankless Water Heater
Outside
- Irrigation System
- Cluster Mailboxes
- DP50 Windows
- None
Community
- Waterfront Community
- Billiard Room
- Boat Dock
- Clubhouse
- Comm Garden
- Community Pool
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Jogging Path
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Park
- Pickleball
- Playground
- Restaurant
- Sidewalks
- Street Lights
Parking
- On Street
- Covered
- Garage Door Opener
- Lighted
- Paved
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Directions to 5443 Folklore Way
From River Rd turn on Folklore Way and the lot is on your right.
Schools
- Elementary
- Williams
- Middle
- Myrtle Grove
- 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 Riverlights
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 725 Wharton Avenue, Wilmington | Oct 8, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,685 | $500,000 | $297 |
| 5405 Folklore Way, Wilmington | Sep 25, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,611 | $449,700 | $279 |
| 4429 Old Towne Street, Wilmington | Sep 18, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,946 | $500,000 | $257 |
| 823 Edgerton Drive, Wilmington | Sep 17, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,927 | $485,000 | $252 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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About 5443 Folklore Way
5443 Folklore Way is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 1,573 square feet, built in 2026 in Riverlights, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28412.
At $412,275, it's right around the median asking price ($409,000) of the 481 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Wilmington today.
That's about $262 per square foot, compared with a Wilmington median asking price of $264 per square foot.
38 other homes are for sale in Riverlights right now (median asking $589,783); 161 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $545,000, typically in about 81 days.
Across ZIP 28412, 495 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $418,500.
It has been on the market for 68 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 5443 Folklore Way
How much is 5443 Folklore Way?
5443 Folklore Way is listed at $412,275 (about $262 per square foot) as of October 20, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 5443 Folklore Way have?
3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 1,573 square feet.
What neighborhood is 5443 Folklore Way in?
Riverlights, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
How long has 5443 Folklore Way been on the market?
68 days. Homes in Riverlights sold after a median of 81 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Riverlights?
161 homes sold in Riverlights in the last 12 months, at a median price of $545,000.
Does 5443 Folklore Way have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,860 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 5443 Folklore Way built?
2026 — it's new construction.
Who is the listing broker for 5443 Folklore Way?
O'Shaughnessy New Homes LLC (MLS #100596460). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 5443 Folklore Way?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.