Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in desirable Shell Road Village, this well-maintained cottage-style home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1,558 sq ft, and an open floor plan. A covered front porch welcomes you inside, where hardwood floors extend throughout the home. The vaulted living room features an electric fireplace with an existing gas line for future conversion. Renovated in 2022, the kitchen features Craftsman-style cabinetry, granite countertops, a tiled backsplash, pantry, and stainless steel appliances, including a double oven and French-door refrigerator. An angled breakfast bar overlooks the main areas, keeping the main living spaces open and connected. Located at the rear of the home for added privacy, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and an updated en suite bath with a fully tiled walk-in shower and rain showerhead. Plumbing and electrical are already in place for a future steam-shower conversion. Two additional bedrooms and a nearby full bathroom are located at the front of the home, offering flexibility for family, overnight guests, or a home office. Outside, a Trex deck with a large privacy screen creates an inviting place to relax, entertain, or gather around the fire pit. Additional improvements include new vinyl windows and replacement HVAC ductwork in 2020, an encapsulated crawl space with a dehumidifier, and freshly painted wood siding in 2026. A spacious one-car garage offers additional parking and storage. Lawn maintenance is handled by the HOA, leaving more time to enjoy coffee on the rocking-chair front porch or walk beneath the neighborhood's mature trees. Less than 2 miles from UNCW and the Cross-City Trail, less than 4 miles from Wrightsville Beach and Mayfaire, and approximately 7 miles from downtown Wilmington, this home offers excellent access to some of the area's most popular destinations. Schedule your showing and see why homes in Shell Road Village rarely become available.