Echo Farms Homes for Sale & Neighborhood Information

House hunting? Echo Farms is a unique neighborhood which began being developed in the 1970s. At the turn of the century it was the site of a 1,000-acre dairy farm. The owner, A.O. McEachern, chose the name "Echo Farms" because the property's stately trees carried the sound of wind through their branches. In its heyday, the farm's 200+ herd of Holsteins produced nearly 300,000 gallons of milk a year.

The Holsteins may be gone, but the gently rolling pastures, lush stands of trees and native shrubs remain. The residential area was developed in the 1970s as a premier golf and country club community. It has certainly stood the test of time and is still considered one of Wilmington's loveliest neighborhoods! 

Both single-family and townhomes are available in Echo Farms. They are all just minutes from the amenity-filled pool and tennis club area, where there is also a nice little bar and grill. Of course, the centerpiece is the 18-hole golf course, which was designed by Gene Hamm and updated by British golf designer, Ian Scott Taylor. Along with avid golfers and tennis bums, families with kids absolutely love living at Echo Farms. There are year round opportunities and summer camps where youngsters can hone their skills and compete on the community swim, golf and tennis teams.

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Location

Because it is located just off the 17th-Street Extension, Carolina Beach Road, Independence Boulevard and Barnards Creek-Echo Farms is convenient to many of the Port City's major draws, such as historic downtown, Greenfield Lake, New Hanover Regional Medical Center, UNC-Wilmington, Independence Mall, the Cameron Art Museum, Halyburton Park, and nearby beaches. Public schools that serve the area are Mary C. Williams Elementary, Myrtle Grove Middle, and New Hanover High.

Perhaps the best way to understand the special appeal that Echo Farms holds for its residents is to hear what they have to say. Fortunately, the Star News did a feature story on the neighborhood in 2011. Here's an excerpt from the article:

What residents say: Echo Farms is not just a neighborhood, it is a social network. Brad Reid, president of the Echo Farms HOA, and Taylor Jones, vice president, describe community gatherings like pool and block parties, neighborhood-wide yard sales and Christmas caroling, complete with flatbed trailer and sound system. Reid said this sense of community helps create the neighborhood's atmosphere.

"People are the key to it all. Neighbors generally care and are willing to help each other out," Reid said. "The quality of life here is exceptional."

There are currently a few listings in the delightful community of Echo Farms. If you are interested, please give us a call to set up a showing soon, because in this established subdivision, homes may sell quickly!

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Currently Listed Homes for Sale in Echo Farms

$595,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100601361 MLS
Classic Cape Cod charm meets thoughtful modern updates on a beautifully landscaped half-acre cul-de-sac lot surrounded by mature trees. Offering a rare combination of privacy, character, and usable outdoor space, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home stands apart from today's newer construction options. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors throughout, recessed lighting across the main level, smooth ceilings, neutral interior paint, upgraded interior and entry doors and remodeled kitchen and baths. The flexible floor plan includes a main-level bedroom with en-suite bath, ideal for guests, a home office, or multi-generational living. The updated kitchen offers abundant cabinet and counter space, making meal prep and entertaining easy, while the partially open layout allows for seamless connection to adjoining living and dining areas. Whether preparing everyday meals or hosting gatherings, the kitchen serves as the heart of the home. Major system improvements include newer HVAC systems (2019 /2024), newer roof, windows, and hot water heater. Additional upgrades include encapsulated crawl space, exterior trim paint, and partial driveway replacement with new concrete. Outdoor living is equally impressive with Trex- style decking, professionally landscaped grounds, irrigation system, newer sodded lawn, custom stone walkways in front and back, fenced backyard, and mature shade trees creating a peaceful and secluded setting. Enjoy morning coffee beneath the towering trees, outdoor dining with family and friends, gardening, play space, or simply relaxing in the privacy of your own backyard retreat. The detached 2-car garage offers excellent flexibility for workshop, hobby, storage, or studio use and includes a 30-amp RV hookup. Extended driveway provides ample parking for vehicles, guests, boats, or recreational equipment. This home has also benefited from architectural and engineering improvements and repairs. In preparation for listing this property the owners engaged both a licensed structural engineer and a certified home inspector to evaluate the home from the crawlspace to the roof and provide recommendations. Supporting engineering reports and repair documentation are available for buyer review. No HOA! Public pool and tennis courts are available in the community for a fee. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, entertainment, Historic Downtown Wilmington, the Cape Fear River, and area beaches.

305 Embassy Cir, Wilmington
$530,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100596541 MLS
Welcome to 530 Musket Bay Dr in Echo Farms! Built in 2023, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 2,400 square feet of modern living space with an open-concept design, thoughtful finishes, and plenty of room to grow. The main living area is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring beautiful LVP flooring, abundant natural light, and an electric fireplace framed by a stylish shiplap accent wall. The open kitchen is truly the centerpiece of the home, boasting an oversized island, quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a deep sink, and a beautiful tile backsplash. Whether you're hosting friends or gathering with family, there's plenty of space to make this kitchen the heart of the home. The first floor also offers a versatile office/flex room, providing an ideal space for working from home, a playroom, study, or additional flex space. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with dual vanities, a tiled walk-in shower, and generous walk-in closet space. Three additional bedrooms provide plenty of room for family, guests, or hobbies. Outside, the fully fenced backyard is ready for entertaining, with a covered porch and patio offering multiple spaces to enjoy the outdoors. The property also includes a two-car garage and sits within the desirable Echo Farms community with an affordable HOA. And for buyers looking toward the future, the third floor offers additional unfinished space with the potential to create even more living or flex space, subject to applicable approvals and permitting. While not currently heated or cooled, this area provides an exciting opportunity for future expansion. Conveniently located near the new Harris Teeter and approximately 15 minutes from the beach, this home offers the benefits of newer construction, modern finishes, generous living space, and room to grow--all in a convenient Wilmington location. Schedule your showing today and see everything 530 Musket Bay Dr has to offer!

530 Musket Bay Dr, Wilmington
$489,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100596104 MLS
Welcome to this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home built in 2021, featuring a bright, open concept floor plan with a modern feel throughout. The spacious living area flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining space, creating the perfect layout for everyday living and entertaining. If you prefer a more outdoor lifestyle, this is the backyard for you. Step outside and unwind on the covered back patio with your morning coffee or enjoying an evening of grilling. Create memories around the firepit with a cocktail while the kids and fur babies play. This move-in ready home is also centrally located and only 10 miles to Carolina Beach! Come make this amazing Casa yours! Ask about preferred lender incentive!

1039 Mccarley Blvd, Wilmington
$263,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100592700 MLS
Welcome to 3940 Echo Farms Boulevard, a townhome offering a comfortable layout, inviting outdoor living spaces, and an excellent location in the established Echo Farms community. The main level features an open flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating functional spaces for everyday living and entertaining. Private decks on both the main and upper levels provide additional space to enjoy the outdoors, whether starting your day with a cup of coffee, dining outside, or simply relaxing at the end of the day. These outdoor spaces extend the home's living area and offer added flexibility for everyday enjoyment. Upstairs, the bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations, while the functional floor plan offers flexibility to personalize the home to fit your style and needs. Conveniently located just minutes from Echo Farms Park, residents enjoy easy access to a swimming pool, tennis courts, playground, and walking trails. Shopping, restaurants, healthcare, downtown Wilmington, area beaches, and major commuter routes are all nearby, making this an ideal location for enjoying everything Wilmington has to offer. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, a low-maintenance home, or an investment opportunity, 3940 Echo Farms Boulevard offers a wonderful opportunity to own in one of Wilmington's established communities with the convenience of nearby parks, recreation, and everyday amenities.

3940 Echo Farms Blvd, Wilmington
$278,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100592276 MLS
Welcome to 3972 Echo Farms Blvd! Centrally located in Wilmington and just minutes from The Pointe at Barclay, dining, and local beaches, this move-in ready condo offers turnkey living with extensive modern upgrades throughout. Step inside to an inviting interior featuring a fully updated kitchen boasting professionally painted cabinets, modern countertops, and a new sink with a sleek faucet. The bright living room centers around a modernized fireplace (serviced in 2023), a custom built-in shelf, remote-controlled ceiling fan, and modern light fixtures throughout. A washer and dryer under three years old are also included. The home offers three fully renovated bathrooms featuring modern vanities, new toilets in two of the bathrooms, and a tiled primary bath. The primary suite includes modern custom closet systems and a remote-controlled ceiling fan, while the top-floor bedroom or office features a newly installed window. Outdoor living is highlighted by refinished double decks completed in 2025, providing the ideal setting for entertaining or quiet morning coffee. Beyond the aesthetic updates, major system and structural enhancements provide long-term peace of mind, including plastic plumbing installed in 2021 and a fully encapsulated crawlspace featuring a vapor barrier membrane, sump pump, dehumidifier, condensation pump, over 100 feet of drain piping, and annual service by Crawlspace Concepts since 2022. **Close to Echo Farms Pool; season pass available for a small fee. ** Schedule your showing today!

3972 Echo Farms Blvd, Wilmington
$675,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100592199 MLS
Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac along Barnards Creek on a .69 acre lot, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial has many updates including kitchen & baths. The moment you pull up, a majestic oak tree - a living work of art - welcomes you home. Enter the foyer and admire the LVP floors, updated paint colors and lighting. A formal dining room welcomes guests with an air of elegance and sophistication, inviting you to sit down, share a meal, & create cherished memories. The kitchen is anchored by a spacious island built for gathering, and includes all appliances, & tile backsplash. Cozy up in the family room beside a gas log fireplace, or retreat to the living room for quiet focus. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features a spacious layout with large windows that bathe the room in natural light. The en-suite bathroom boasts a luxurious soaking tub, quartz countertop, 12x24 ceramic tile and a walk in closet. Down the hall are two additional bedrooms, full guest bath, plus a 4th bedroom/bonus room, offering flexibility for family or guests. Enjoy multiple outdoor entertaining possibilities: first is a composite deck overlooking the private, fenced backyard, next is a patio leading to a covered ''Grillzeebo'' for effortless outdoor cooking. A matching pair of She-Shed and He-Shed retreats - each with its own mini-split system, comfortable and usable year-round - can be a studio, workshop, or hobby space. All outbuildings have metal roofs. Beyond the fenced backyard is Barnard's Creek, adding a tranquil ambiance to the serene outdoor oasis. Extra features: no HOA, dehumidifier in sealed crawlspace '25, oversized 2-car garage with belt-driven doors, '20 HVAC's & ducts replaced & have infrared intake scrubbers, convenient powder room just off the laundry room. Echo Farms amenities: city pool, water fitness, nature trail, kayak launch, & clay tennis courts. Nearby shopping, dining, medical, Downtown Wilmington, beaches, and Trails End boat ramp on the ICW (5 miles). You'll love calling Echo Farms Home!

212 Dorchester Pl, Wilmington
$549,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100582538 MLS
Beautiful home that has been cared for to perfection. Large screened porch as well as a lovely patio to spend the late evenings over looking a manicured large back yard. Home features a Living room, Den with Fireplace.. Double garage as well as numerous other features. Most windows have been replaced with vinyl double panes, Central Vac.,& water to air central heat & air. Den with fireplace & wet bar, formal dining room, large eat in kitchen, office with a wall of built in book case, 3 bedrooms, & a FROG that makes a 4th. bedroom.

312 Lennox Pl, Wilmington
$279,500
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100580518 MLS
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom townhouse in the Echo Farms community. Offering 1,500sqft of living space, this two-story home combines low-maintenance living with thoughtful updates throughout. The functional floor plan features a convenient first-floor bedroom and full bathroom, while two additional bedrooms and bathrooms are located upstairs. Updated countertops, appliances, bathroom vanities, and durable LVP flooring throughout provide a modern feel and move-in-ready appeal. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the charming front porch or unwind on one of two private rear porches--one on each level--overlooking a wooded backdrop where geese, birds, and other local wildlife can often be seen. The home is filled with thoughtful touches and offers the flexibility to restore the fireplace, which has been boarded up but can easily be returned to use if desired. One of the standout features of this property is the exceptional HOA coverage, providing true peace of mind. The HOA handles master insurance, exterior structure maintenance including the roof, grounds maintenance, pest control, termite bond, taxes, and much more, making homeownership simple and stress-free. Insurance Assessment is $113/mo and is not included in the main HOA, it is paid separately to CAMs.

3970 Echo Farms Blvd, Wilmington
$284,995
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100569317 MLS
Great location on this spacious 3 bedroom, 3 full bathroom end-unit townhouse in desirable Echo Farms. Living area features new LVP flooring, wood burning fireplace, and exits onto a covered porch. Every bedroom has a full en-suite bath, allowing for the downstairs bedroom to be used as a master. Upstairs master bedroom has sizable balcony. 10 minutes to downtown Wilmington, Less than 20 minutes to Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach! Neighborhood pool and tennis access is available for an optional fee - a kayak launch with available parking is a short walk away!

3944 Echo Farms Blvd, Wilmington
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