1988 W Lake Shore Drive, Wilmington, NC

$949,900

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3

Beds

3

Baths

0.93

Acres

About 1988 W Lake Shore Drive

Wilmington Property With 3 Separate Living Spaces | Greenfield Lake Location & Established Rental Income Opportunity meets flexibility at 1988 West Lake Shore Drive, a distinctive Wilmington property directly across from Greenfield Lake and approximately 220 yards from Greenfield Lake Amphitheater. The property includes three separate spaces: a 3-bedroom, 3-bath main residence, a 2-bedroom, 2-bath Lake House, and an additional detached cottage-style structure currently used as the Lake Cottage. The main residence features hardwood floors, fiber cement siding, generator setup, classic architectural character, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Outdoor features include an outdoor kitchen, enclosed exterior bathroom, tranquil fountain, 23 blueberry bushes, and an above-ground pool. The Lake House has been thoughtfully renovated and currently operates as an established Airbnb short-term rental. It has earned Guest Favorite status with a 4.96-star rating across 332 reviews. The Lake Cottage has also earned Airbnb Guest Favorite status, with a 4.93-star rating across 123 reviews. Together, the Lake House and Lake Cottage generated more than $51,000 in gross income during 2025, providing buyers with an established rental history to evaluate. The separate spaces create flexibility for owner occupancy with additional rental income, short-term rental use, extended stays, or other permitted uses. Located near downtown Wilmington with Greenfield Lake directly across the street and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater approximately 220 yards away, 1988 West Lake Shore Drive combines multiple living spaces, established short-term rental performance, outdoor amenities, classic architectural character, and income potential in a highly distinctive Wilmington setting. Important: The above-ground pool and Lake Cottage were not permitted.

Features of 1988 W Lake Shore Drive

MLS® # 100596128
Price $949,900
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3.00
Acres 0.93
Year Built 1935
Type Residential Income
Sub-Type Duplex
Status Active

Community Information

Address 1988 W Lake Shore Drive
Subdivision Woodlawn
City Wilmington
County New Hanover
State NC
Zip Code 28401

Amenities

Parking Circular Driveway, Gravel, Concrete, See Remarks, Assigned, On Site
View Lake
Is Waterfront No
Waterfront None
Has Pool Yes
Pool Above Ground, See Remarks

Interior

Interior Features Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Wet Bar, Blinds/Shades, Built-in Features, See Remarks
Appliances Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Sump Pump
Heating Fireplace(s), Electric, Forced Air
Cooling Multi Units
Fireplace No
# of Fireplaces 1
# of Stories 2
Stories Two

Exterior

Exterior Features Outdoor Kitchen, Irrigation System, Thermal Doors
Roof Shingle
Construction See Remarks, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
Foundation Slab, Crawl Space

School Information

Elementary Sunset
Middle Williston
High New Hanover

Additional Information

Date Listed May 7th, 2026
Days on Market 105
Zoning R-5
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

OfficeColdwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Hampstead

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