Murraysville

Chadwick Acres, Murraysville Neighborhood

Brittany offers a peaceful and calm environment with low noise levels, making it a tranquil place to live. The neighborhood features a substantial number of single detached homes, many built around 1999, providing a cohesive architectural character. With approximately thirty diverse restaurants nearby, residents have plentiful dining options to explore. Parking throughout the neighborhood is convenient, ensuring easy accessibility by car. The gently sloping terrain adds to the charm of the area. This community is especially well-suited for people seeking three-bedroom homes in a serene setting with nearby amenities and quiet streets.

Brittany offers a slower-paced ambience. Brittany is excellent for those who need quiet surroundings, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor.

Highlights of Chadwick Acres

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌳 Ogden Park

Located just minutes from Chadwick Acres, Ogden Park is a popular outdoor spot offering walking trails, a dog park, athletic fields, disc golf, and tranquil ponds, making it a favorite for families and nature enthusiasts in the neighborhood.

🏫 Ogden Elementary School

Serving Chadwick Acres families, Ogden Elementary School is known for its strong academic reputation and active community involvement, making it a key draw for residents seeking quality public education within walking or biking distance.

🍽️ Port City Java (Murraysville)

This local coffeehouse, situated on Market Street near Chadwick Acres, is a beloved gathering spot offering locally roasted coffees and cozy spaces for neighbors to meet, work, or relax close to home.

🛒 Lowes Foods at Gordon Road Crossing

Conveniently located off Market Street near the heart of Chadwick Acres, Lowes Foods serves as a primary grocery destination for residents, featuring a community-focused shopping experience and a variety of specialty local products.

🚴 Cross-City Trail Spur

Running alongside parts of Murraysville Road and linking to larger Wilmington trails, the Cross-City Trail Spur provides Chadwick Acres residents with a safe and scenic route for biking, jogging, and enjoying the outdoors right from their neighborhood.

Chadwick Acres

This October in Chadwick Acres

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

October 3, 2026

Pot Fest 2026

Trask Family Farms • 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

This free, family-friendly fall festival offers handmade pottery, live bluegrass, hands-on clay activities, food vendors, hayrides, a corn maze, and pumpkin fields. It is a convenient north Wilmington outing for Chadwick Acres and Murraysville residents seeking an arts-focused seasonal activity without a long regional drive.

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October 7, 2026

WPD National Night Out

Long Leaf Park • 6:00 PM–9:00 PM

Wilmington’s National Night Out is a free community evening with food, music, giveaways, police K-9 and mounted-unit demonstrations, motorcycles, and opportunities to meet local officers. Families from Murraysville can enjoy a relaxed neighborhood-style event while connecting with the broader Wilmington community.

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October 10, 2026

Fire in the Pines Festival

Halyburton Park • 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

This free outdoor festival combines fall fun with education about controlled fire, longleaf pine forests, wildlife, and conservation. Families can enjoy hayrides, crafts, games, food trucks, live music, fire equipment displays, and a live fire demonstration, making it a strong seasonal choice for nearby residents.

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October 23–24, 2026

Lighthouse Beer & Wine Festival

Live Oak Pavilion • Friday 6:00 PM–9:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Adults looking for a downtown date night can sample regional craft beer and wine while enjoying live music and riverfront food. The Friday Voracious Festival offers a smaller evening experience, while Saturday features a larger tasting event that is reasonably accessible from Murraysville and Chadwick Acres.

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October 31, 2026

EEK! Week Festival

The Children's Museum of Wilmington • 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Children can start Halloween with a costume-friendly morning of treats, crafts, and hands-on science experiments. The event is especially suitable for families with younger children in Chadwick Acres and Murraysville who want a structured, educational Halloween activity before neighborhood trick-or-treating later that day.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Chadwick Acres

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Local characteristics and demographics for Chadwick Acres

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