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Wilmington,NC 28401
Key Details
Property Type Multi-Family
Sub Type Duplex
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,548 sqft
Price per Sqft $307
Subdivision Historic District
MLS Listing ID 100537963
Style Wood Frame
Bedrooms 6
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1903
Lot Size 2,910 Sqft
Acres 0.07
Lot Dimensions 35.5x82
Property Sub-Type Duplex
Source Hive MLS
Property Description
Reimagined from its 1903 bones, this 122-year-old duplex captures the spirit of historic Wilmington while offering flexible living in the heart of the Historic District. Just minutes from the Riverwalk, top dining, entertainment, and scenic waterfront views, it's perfectly positioned for those who value walkability and opportunity—live in one unit and rent the other, rent out both, or enjoy the entire home as a spacious single residence. Each unit offers grand living and dining spaces, three bedrooms, and two tiled baths. Original hardwoods run throughout, complemented by 9-foot ceilings, crown molding, and rich paint tones. Eleven fireplaces throughout the home anchor each space with historic character, while glimpses of exposed brick reveal the craftsmanship beneath. A partial, unfinished basement—informally known in old records as ''Unit C''—adds another layer of intrigue to the property. The space houses an additional fireplace and offers potential to be finished for additional living or storage. Generous porches, low-maintenance landscaping, and a permanently staired attic complete the layout's thoughtful flow. After decades without residents, this home stands ready to begin its next chapter—inviting new life, new stories, and a renewed presence in one of Wilmington's most storied neighborhoods.
Location
State NC
County New Hanover
Community Historic District
Zoning HD-R
Direction Heading West on Oleander Drive, take a slight left turn onto Wooster Street. Turn right onto S 5th Avenue. Home will be on the right.
Rooms
Basement Dirt Floor,Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features Master Downstairs,High Ceilings,Wash/Dry Connect,Kitchen Island,Ceiling Fan(s),Pantry,Walk-in Shower
Heating Electric,Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile,Wood
Appliance Vented Exhaust Fan,Electric Oven,Electric Cooktop,Refrigerator,Disposal,Dishwasher
Laundry Hookup - Dryer,Hookup - Washer,Laundry Closet,Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony
Parking Features Asphalt,On Street
Utilities Available Natural Gas Connected,Electricity Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Roof Type Architectural Shingle
Porch Covered,Porch
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot
Story 2
Entry Level Two
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Balcony
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Snipes
Middle Schools Williston
High Schools New Hanover
Others
Tax ID R05405-013-006-000
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan