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509 S 5th Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28401

$564,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,762 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 3,136 Status: Active
Current Price: $564,900 List Date: 2/20/2025 Last Modified: 9/03/2025

Description

This stunning historic home has undergone a top-to-bottom renovation, seamlessly blending modern updates with timeless charm. From the restored exterior to the beautifully reimagined interior, every detail has been thoughtfully designed. The open-concept floor plan features soaring 9-foot ceilings, abundant natural light, and meticulously restored moldings that reflect the home's rich character. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Wilmington, this property is just steps from the Castle Street Antique & Arts District, where you'll find an array of trendy cafés, restaurants, and unique shops. It's also just five blocks from the Cape Fear River and boat launch area, offering easy access to scenic waterfront strolls and outdoor activities. A rare bonus in the historic district, this home includes off-street parking and a separately deeded lot that backs up to Prices Alley—providing endless possibilities for expansion, a garden retreat, or investment potential.

More Information MLS# 100487987

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Residence Construction Type: Stick Built Status: Active Marketing Start Date: 2025-02-09 Listing Price: 564900 Current Price: $564,900 List Price/SqFt: 320.6 Stipulation of Sale: Standard

Location Information

Street #: 509 Pre Direction: S Street Name: 5th Street Suffix: Avenue County: New Hanover State/Province: NC Zip Code: 28401 City Limits: Yes Marketing City: Wilmington Subdivision: Historic District Secondary Subdivision: N/A Geo Lat: 34.228983 Geo Lon: -77.942246

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property: Market Street to S. 5th Ave. Make U-Turn at Castle. House is on the right. Sign on Property: Yes

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No Lot Acres: 0.07 Lot SqFt: 3136 Lot Dimensions: 28.5 x 108 and BACK LOT: 30 x 42 Waterfront: No Location Type: Mainland

Property Interior Info

SqFt - Heated (Primary): 1762 Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 1762 # Rooms: 5 # Baths - Full: 2 # Baths - Half: 1 # Baths - Total: 3 # Bedrooms: 3 Master Bedroom Level: Non Primary Living Area Stories: 2

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 1923

Current Service Providers

Electric Provider: Progress Energy Sewer Provider: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Water Provider: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority

Rooms

Bedroom 2 Level: Second Bedroom 3 Level: Second Dining Room Level: First Kitchen Level: First Laundry Level: First Living Room Level: First Master Bedroom Level: Second Other Level: First

Property Features

Attic: Stairs - Pull Down Construction: Wood Frame Style: Historic District Exterior Finish: Fiber Cement Fencing: Partial; Wood Foundation: Crawl Space Parking Features: Off Street; On Site; On Street; Unpaved Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Porch Roof: Metal Cooling: Central Air; Heat Pump Heating: Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Electric Water Heater: Electric Utilities: Sewer Available; Water Available Sewer: Municipal Sewer Water Source: Municipal Water Fireplace: None Flooring: LVT/LVP Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); High Ceilings; Pantry; Solid Surface Security Features: Security System; Smoke Detector(s) Laundry Features: Laundry Room Heated SqFt: 1600 - 1799 Dining Room Type: Combination HOA and Neigh Amenities: No Amenities Rooms: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Other Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Room Information

Living Room Length: 17.30 Width: 12.30 Level: First Dining Room Length: 11.00 Width: 12.30 Level: First Kitchen Length: 14.00 Width: 12.00 Level: First Master Bedroom Length: 14.00 Width: 12.50 Level: Second Bedroom 2 Length: 14.00 Width: 12.50 Level: Second Bedroom 3 Length: 13.00 Width: 12.50 Level: Second Laundry Length: 10.00 Width: 7.00 Level: First Other Length: 12.00 Width: 8.00 Level: First Remarks: Flex Area/Office Other Length: 7.00 Width: 6.00 Level: First Remarks: Foyer
Listing Office: Sky's the Limit Realty
Last Updated: September - 03 - 2025
509 S 5th Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28401- MLS# 100487987
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