3536 Shell Quarry Dr

2,805 Sq. Ft.
$231 / Sq. Ft.
2,805
Sq. Ft.
$231
per Sq. Ft.

Description

When location matters... this lakefront coastal dream in the award-winning Riverlights community is waiting for you. Wake up each morning to tranquil water views with one of Riverlights' premier amenity centers beautifully situated just across the lake and only a short stroll away along charming sidewalk-lined streets. Designed for both comfort and connection, the open floor plan captures the scenic lake views from the main living areas. The stunning kitchen features an expansive breakfast bar, gas...When location matters... this lakefront coastal dream in the award-winning Riverlights community is waiting for you. Wake up each morning to tranquil water views with one of Riverlights' premier amenity centers beautifully situated just across the lake and only a short stroll away along charming sidewalk-lined streets. Designed for both comfort and connection, the open floor plan captures the scenic lake views from the main living areas. The stunning kitchen features an expansive breakfast bar, gas cooking, stainless steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry, all opening to a cozy family room with fireplace overlooking the water and a bright breakfast area. The private primary retreat is conveniently located on the main level and is complemented by a nearby laundry room and powder room. Upstairs you'll find three additional bedrooms with a shared bath, two of which enjoy peaceful lake views. A spacious bonus room with a large closet offers incredible flexibility and can easily serve as a fifth bedroom, media room, or playroom. Outdoor living is just as inviting with a charming rocking-chair front porch, a private courtyard, and a screened porch perfect for relaxing and enjoying the coastal breeze. The home also features a rear-entry attached two-car garage, and the HOA maintains the front lawn for easy living. Riverlights is a vibrant, golf cart-friendly and pet-friendly community offering an exceptional lifestyle with two award-winning amenity centers, pickleball courts, fitness centers, two dog parks, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, scenic walking trails, year-round community events, a brand-new fire station, and so much more. Conveniently located near historic Downtown Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, shopping, dining, entertainment, schools, and medical facilities. Come experience the Riverlights lifestyle for yourself. Schedule your private tour today!
  1. Listed by Kathy Merlo • Brokerage DRE #C14677 • RE/MAX Executive
    P: (704)-650-6464 C: (704)-650-6464 kathy.merlo@yahoo.com

Property Details for 3536 Shell Quarry Drive

Subdivision Name
Riverlights
View
Lake, Water
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Water Access Comm
Zoning
R7
LISTING UPDATED: 04/27/2026 02:53 AM

Property Details for 3536 Shell Quarry Drive

StatusActive
MLS #100568036
Days on Market10
Taxes$3,396 / year
HOA Fees$1,860 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2017
Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,968 SF
CountyNew Hanover County

Location

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Building Information for 3536 Shell Quarry Drive

Stories2Year Built2017Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,968 SF

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$3,706 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,268

Property Taxes

$283

HOA Dues

$155

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Property Information for 3536 Shell Quarry Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: Independence to the round about on River Rd - continue on River Road to Right on Old Towne Street to Left on Shell Quarry. Home is on the Right facing the Lake.
  • Latitude: 34
  • Longitude: -78
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: HOA Fees
  • Association Amenities: Waterfront Community, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Comm Garden, Community Pool, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Game Room, Jogging Path, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Roads, Maintenance Structure, Meeting Room, Party Room, Pickleball, Picnic Area, Playground, Shuffleboard Court, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Trail(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Riverlights Community Association
  • Association Phone: 910-679-3012
  • Association Fee: $1,860.00
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: R07000-006-289-000
  • Tax Book Number: 62
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 27 River Lights ? Single Family Ph 1 Sec 2 See Note Child Of Split From R07000-006-009-000
  • Tax Map Number: 151-152
  • Tax Assessed Value: $577,000
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: Williams
  • High School: New Hanover
  • High School District: New Hanover
  • Middle Or Junior School: Myrtle Grove
Parking
  • Detached Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Total: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Rear, Attached, Garage6
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Range: 2800 - 2999
  • Building Area Total: 2805.0
  • Frontage Type: Lakefront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Area: 0.14
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5968.0
  • Lot Features: Interior Lot, Water Access Comm
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 43 x 141 x 40 x 157
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2805.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 6113
  • Deed Page: 1006.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: County Sewer, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
  • Trash Collection: City Pick-UP
  • Electric Provider: Duke Progress Energy
  • Natural Gas Provider: Piedmont Natural Gas Co.
  • Trash Provider: Cape Fear
  • Water Provider: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Water Source: County Water
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Fiber Cement, Wood Siding
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Cluster Mailboxes, DP50 Windows
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Details: Raised, Slab
  • Horse: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Screened, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.1
  • Attic Features: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Gas Range
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Basement: None
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet, Tile
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Solid Surface, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room, Utility Sink
  • Levels: Two
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Dining Area, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Window Features: Thermal Windows
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Lake Views
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 11.2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Lake Views
  • Room Length: 17.4
  • Room Width: 18.4
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Description: Lake Views
  • Room Length: 13.8
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Lake Views
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Description: Lake Views
  • Room Length: 13.4
  • Room Width: 150.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 12.6
  • Room Width: 12.6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 7
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Description: 5th Bedroom/Large Storage Closet
  • Room Length: 20.6
  • Room Width: 19.4
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 8
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 16.8
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Furnished: Negotiable
Income & Expenses
  • Operating Expense: $.00
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Pets Allowed: Dogs OK, Cats OK, Yes

Property History for 3536 Shell Quarry Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 18, 2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100568036

$649,000
Jan 3, 2018

Sold

NCRMLS #100075786

$343,590
Aug 3, 2017

Pending

NCRMLS #100075786

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/18/2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100568036

$649,000
01/03/2018

Sold

NCRMLS #100075786

$343,590
08/03/2017

Pending

NCRMLS #100075786

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3536 Shell Quarry Drive

Taxable ValueLand$117,900Additions$459,100Total$577,000
Tax Record2025$3,396 ($283 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,877 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,877 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,098 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2017ZoningMXCountyNEW HANOVERAPNR07000-006-289-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3536 Shell Quarry Drive

This home is within New Hanover County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Mary C Williams Elementary
PublicK to 5

Myrtle Grove Middle
Public6 to 8

New Hanover High
Public9 to 12

Dr John Codington Elementary
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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3536 Shell Quarry Drive is a single family home for sale in Wilmington, NC 28412. This property was listed for sale on April 18, 2026 by RE/MAX Executive, it's currently listed at $649,000. It has been on the market for a total of 10 days and was last sold on January 3, 2018. This listing's school district is New Hanover County School District. Nearby schools include Mary C Williams Elementary, Myrtle Grove Middle and New Hanover High. 3536 Shell Quarry Drive is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,805 sqft single family home built in 2017.

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