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About this home
Estimated Completion: Oct. 2026! Discover new-construction living in Riverlights with the beautifully designed Haywood floor plan built by New Leaf Builders. This quintessential 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers an exceptional combination of style, comfort, and functionality, with a layout that lives larger than its square footage. The open-concept main floor is designed for everyday living and effortless entertaining. An inviting kitchen sits between the living and dining areas, creating a natural gathering space and easy connection throughout the heart of the home. The kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, including a natural-gas range, microwave, and dishwasher, along with 42'' white upper cabinets, light-green lower cabinets and island, and elegant Carrera Marmi quartz countertops. Luxury vinyl plank/laminate flooring extends throughout the entire downstairs and upstairs hallway, complemented by beautiful wood stairs. The rear-positioned family room provides added privacy and convenient access to the back entryway, making it an ideal space to relax at the end of the day. Tucked away upstairs, the spacious owner's suite offers a private retreat. The primary bathroom features a white dual vanity with Carrera Marmi quartz countertops and a fully tiled walk-in shower. With thoughtful design, an expansive feel, and stylish finishes throughout, the Haywood offers the space and comfort you're looking for in a new home at Riverlights. 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. [Riverlights] [The Haywood]
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
- $266
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Foundation
- Raised, Slab
- Property tax
- $640 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Aug 27, 2026
- MLS #
- 100599335
Features
Inside
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- High Ceilings
- Pantry
- Walk-in Shower
- Smart Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- WiFi Thermostat
- LVT/LVP
- Carpet
- Laminate
- 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
- Pickleball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Restaurant
- Sidewalks
- Street Lights
Parking
- Concrete
- Garage Door Opener
- Lighted
- Paved
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Directions to 5446 Folklore Way
From River Rd turn on Folklore Way and the home is on your left.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5309 Folklore Way, Wilmington | Nov 6, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,603 | $475,945 | $297 |
| 5413 Folklore Way, Wilmington | Nov 6, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,573 | $407,615 | $259 |
| 5641 Coral Tide Avenue, Wilmington | Nov 5, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 1,872 | $575,000 | $307 |
| 5940 Moonshell Loop, Wilmington | Nov 5, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 1,492 | $429,000 | $288 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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Our take on 5446 Folklore Way
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 property was built in 2026 in the Riverlights community of Wilmington and offers 1,573 square feet across three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The white-sided exterior has a covered front porch with square columns, a central front door, and windows on both floors. The 0.09-acre lot includes a single-car garage with a paved concrete driveway and a garage door opener. Inside, the listed features include high ceilings, a pantry, walk-in closets, and a walk-in shower. The kitchen is equipped with a built-in microwave, dishwasher, disposal, and gas range.
Heating and cooling come from an electric heat pump with central air, and the property has a tankless water heater and a smart thermostat. The flooring combines luxury vinyl plank, tile, laminate, and carpet. The community is a waterfront setting with a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, boat dock, walking trails, pickleball courts, a playground, and a dog park.
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About 5446 Folklore Way
5446 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 $419,000, it's 3% above the median asking price ($406,000) of the 468 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Wilmington today.
That's about $266 per square foot, compared with a Wilmington median asking price of $261 per square foot.
40 other homes are for sale in Riverlights right now (median asking $626,700); 166 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $539,500, typically in about 83 days.
Across ZIP 28412, 495 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $415,730.
It has been on the market for 73 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 5446 Folklore Way
How much is 5446 Folklore Way?
5446 Folklore Way is listed at $419,000 (about $266 per square foot) as of November 8, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 5446 Folklore Way have?
3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 1,573 square feet.
What neighborhood is 5446 Folklore Way in?
Riverlights, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
How long has 5446 Folklore Way been on the market?
73 days. Homes in Riverlights sold after a median of 83 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Riverlights?
166 homes sold in Riverlights in the last 12 months, at a median price of $539,500.
Does 5446 Folklore Way have an HOA fee?
Yes: $1,860 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 5446 Folklore Way built?
2026 — it's new construction.
Who is the listing broker for 5446 Folklore Way?
O'Shaughnessy New Homes LLC (MLS #100599335). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 5446 Folklore Way?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.