Looking for a Hampstead-area home with Topsail-area schools, quick access to NC-210 and I-40, and room to spread out? Welcome to 161 Preswick Drive in Avendale, offering 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an oversized bonus room, 1,882 square feet on a private fenced lot backing to woods. ~ never Flooded Located just off NC-210, the home is approximately 2 miles from the future J.H. Lea Elementary and Middle School campus scheduled to open in 2027, with convenient access toward Hampstead, US-17, I-40, Wilmington and the Topsail beaches. Inside, enjoy LVP flooring throughout with no carpet, an open living and dining area, vaulted ceiling and a beautiful stone fireplace. The spacious primary suite is located on the main level and features a tray ceiling, dual vanities, separate tub and shower, and two walk-in closets. Upstairs, the large bonus room offers flexible space for a home office, media room, fitness room, recreation space or guests. Outside, the fenced backyard is level, usable and private, backing to a wooded area with plenty of room for entertaining, pets, recreation or a future pool. Covered porches, mature landscaping, additional storage/workshop space and a two-car garage complete the property. A great opportunity to enjoy the Hampstead/Topsail area while maintaining convenient access west toward I-40 and Wilmington.