Turn-Key Condo w/Short Term Rental Possibilities Near UNCW, Beaches & Bus Stop at entrance! Turn-key condo alert in prime Wilmington location! Welcome to 522 S. Kerr Avenue, unit 77, an immaculately updated 2-bedroom, 2 full bath condo perfectly positioned just 5 minutes from UNCW, 10 minutes from the airport, and 15 minutes from both Wrightsville Beach and historic downtown's dining & nightlife scene. Move-in ready with sophisticated updates: gleaming hardwood floors, fresh neutral paint, elegant chair-rail molding, brand new kitchen counter tops, modern light fixtures, and beautifully renovated baths featuring custom tile designs, sleek new vanities, and premium fixtures that elevate both style and function. Relax and sip your morning coffee or unwind in the evening on the balcony overlooking tranquil wooded grounds. Perfect for peaceful reading, birdwatching, or quiet reflection. Brand new water heater just installed! This community is known for its low HOA dues, ideal for students, professionals, second-home seekers, or investors. Exceptional location: walkable, convenient, and minutes from the university, airport, beaches and downtown hotspots. Investor Alert: income-ready: cash flow analysis available in the documents section--positioned to capture opportunity income with the upcoming UNCW semester starting in January 2026. Added Bonus: no restrictions on short-term rentals (STR), giving you full flexibility to choose weekly, monthly, or semester-based leasing. This condo is more than a home--it's a lifestyle. Whether you're buying for personal use or rental income, this turnkey opportunity is ready to go!
Property Features
Bedrooms
Other Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Blinds/Shades
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Furnished Description: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Wood
Appliances
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air, Heat Pump
- Heating Features: Heat Pump, Electric
- Heating: Yes
Exterior and Lot Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch, Balcony
- Porch: Yes
- Deck: Yes
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Assigned
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Roof Maintenance, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Roads, Maintenance Structure, Management, Master Insure, Pest Control, Sewer, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Trash, Water, Short Term Rental
- Association Fee: 3600
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 300
- Association Name: Professional Association Management Inc
- Association Phone: 9108335823
- Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Forest Hills
- High School: New Hanover
- High School District: New Hanover
- Middle School: Williston
Other Property Info
- Standard
- Annual Tax Amount: 812
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: New Hanover
- Directions: Traveling east on I-40 into Wilmington NC, continue on US-117 (N. College Rd.) for 3.3 miles. Take a right turn on to Randall Pkwy, go for .6 miles. Turn left on to S. Kerr Ave, go for .3 miles. Turn right in to Candlewyck community. Unit 77 is in the building to right as you are turning a slight left for parking.
- Tax Year: 2024
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Candlewyck
- Parcel Number: R05511-001-016-068
- Property Location: Mainland
- Subdivision: Candlewyck
- Zoning: MD-17
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 892
- Year Built: 1988
- Building Area Total: 892
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding
- Foundation Details: Crawl Space
- Levels: One
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 37
- Roof: Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Total Area Sqft: 892
Utilities
- Sewer: County Sewer, Municipal Sewer, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
- Cable Available
- Sewer Available
- Water Available
- Water Source: Public
Home Features
- Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)