3901 Marathon Avenue, Castle Hayne, NC 28429

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 3,011 sqft

Property Description

Rare Opportunity to own a spectacular custom home minutes to Wilmington! Located on a manicured .78 acre corner lot, this beautifully-maintained, brick home of over 3000 s/f is situated in the peaceful and coveted community of Castle Lakes. Featuring 4-5 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms, formal dining room, living room and office, the ideal floorplan blends timeless elegance seamlessly with many recent updates. As you step up onto the stately rocking-chair front porch, you are welcomed inside to a pristine, sun-filled foyer with molding and gleaming hardwood floors that run throughout the first floor. A spacious dining room with French doors is ideal for holiday gatherings. The living room features a gas log fireplace, molding and lots of windows for enjoying the nature of the backyard. A chef-inspired kitchen adjoins the living room and includes granite countertops with stainless steel appliances, glass backsplash, center island with storage, and a charming, built-in dining area with custom table included. Outside, you'll love the 35 x 12 covered deck and the private, fenced backyard with shed, raised beds and firepit. Moving to the downstairs master suite, you'll find a large walk-in closet, tray ceiling, and a private en-suite bath with dual sinks and linen closet. Rounding out the downstairs, there is a sunny office, ideal for working from home. Upstairs, there are three large secondary bedrooms, a full bathroom with dual sinks, and an additional room with built-in desk that could serve as a playroom, office, or 5th bedroom. This home offers a huge walk-in attic, and an attached 2-car garage. The community of Castle Lakes features a custom home neighborhood that gets its name from the tranquil, cypress-lined lake. For your peace of mind, there is a transferable termite bond, roof replaced in 2024, heat pumps replaced in 2022 and 2025, and septic pumped 2025. Seller is including refrigerator, washer and dryer. Low HOA dues and low taxes! Just outside the city limits yet close to I40, GE, CFCC, UNCW, Corning, and Historic Downtown Wilmington, you won't find a more beautiful custom home at this price!

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

May 7, 2026

Data Last Updated:

May 12, 2026 at 2:17PM

Listing Office:

RE/MAX Essential : 910-777-2700

MLS ID:

100572109

Interior

• General: Master DownstairsWalk-in Closet(s)Tray Ceiling(s)Solid SurfaceKitchen IslandCeiling Fan(s)Blinds/ShadesBuilt-in FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s)
• Master Bedroom: Primary Living Area
• Appliances: Built-In MicrowaveBuilt-In Electric OvenWasherRefrigeratorHumidifierDryerDisposal
• Laundry: In GarageLaundry Room
• Basement: None
• Flooring: CarpetTileWood
• A/C: Heat Pump
• Heating: Heat PumpElectricForced AirElectric

Exterior

• General: Irrigation SystemGardenShed(s)Storage
• Other Structures: Shed(s)StoragePorchDeck
• Pool: None
• Parking: Garage Faces SideOn SiteGarageParking spaces: 2

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: BrickVinyl SidingWood FrameTwoCrawl Space

Location

• Road/Access: City StreetState RoadPavedSee Remarks
• HOA Amenities: Maintenance Common AreasMaintenance Roads384.0Annually
• Originating MLS: Hive MLS
• School District: New Hanover
• County: New Hanover

Lot

• Zoning: RALot 34 Castle Lakes Section 2R01708-006-004-000
• View: See Remarks
• Fencing: Back YardWood

Utilities

• Utilities: See Remarks
• Water: Well
• Sewer: Septic TankExisting Septic System

Financial

• Source: Hive MLS