Fall in love with this stunning and beautifully preserved 1880's home in the heart of downtown Wilmington.
This two bedroom two bathroom home will captivate you with its 10' ceilings, hardwood floors, and unforgettable charm with impeccable updates. This charming home showcases: TWO updated custom tiled bathrooms with walk-in showers and custom glass doors, a completely updated kitchen featuring custom quartz countertops and cabinets, gas fireplace in living room, custom built in storage, tankless gas hot water heater, and a magnificent accent wall in the dining room featuring the original fireplace.
Enjoy a morning cup of coffee and in the evening sip tea or a glass of wine on your spacious front porch overlooking the brick lined street. Add your personal touches to the flower beds and window boxes without the hassle of mowing the lawn.
Adding to the charm of this 1889 home you can enjoy the shared brick courtyard with its neighboring 1820's home, featuring a new metal gate with access to South 2nd Street.
Incredible location that's only a few blocks away from the Cape Fear River, riverwalk, restaurants, historic downtown, and also only a few blocks away from the charming Castle Street District. This magnificent home is ready for its next owner to love and enjoy in one of Wilmington's most sought after historic locations.
Sold for $488,000
$488,000
120 Church Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
2beds
1,258sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1888
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$510,300 Zestimate®
$388/sqft
$3,005 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listed by:
Mary-Margaret A Porter 843-307-9211,
Fathom Realty NC LLC
Bought with:
Mary-Margaret A Porter, 349234
Fathom Realty NC LLC
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100472889
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Bedroom 1
- Description: Front Bedroom with Murphy Bed
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23.5 x 11.5
Heating
- Fireplace Insert, Fireplace(s), Zoned, Other
Cooling
- Zoned, Other
Appliances
- Included: Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, See Remarks, Washer, Refrigerator, Humidifier, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: In Hall, Laundry Closet
Features
- Master Downstairs, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,258
- Total interior livable area: 1,258 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Shutters - Functional, Storm Doors
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Metal/Ornamental
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 40 x 45 x 40
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: R05409001025000
- Zoning: HD-R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Historic District
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $388/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $236,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,061
- Date on market: 10/11/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2024 | Sold | $488,000-10.8%$388/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100472889 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2024 | Pending sale | $546,900$435/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100472889 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $546,900+98.9%$435/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100472889 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2018 | Sold | $275,000-2.5%$219/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2018 | Pending sale | $282,000$224/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2018 | Listed for sale | $282,000+18.2%$224/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2015 | Sold | $238,500-4.6%$190/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #30520548 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2015 | Price change | $250,000-9.1%$199/sqft |
Source: Coastal Select Properties #520548 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2015 | Listed for sale | $275,000$219/sqft |
Source: Coastal Select Properties #520548 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2015 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
Source: Sweyer Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,100$1/sqft |
Source: Sweyer Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2007 | Sold | $275,000$219/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,638 +28% | $448,300 +89.2% |
| 2024 | $2,061 +3% | $236,900 |
| 2023 | $2,002 -0.6% | $236,900 |
| 2022 | $2,014 -0.7% | $236,900 |
| 2021 | $2,027 -5.7% | $236,900 +16.1% |
| 2020 | $2,149 | $204,000 |
| 2019 | $2,149 | $204,000 |
| 2018 | $2,149 | $204,000 |
| 2017 | $2,149 +14% | $204,000 +19.9% |
| 2016 | $1,885 +4.6% | $170,100 |
| 2015 | $1,801 +4.4% | $170,100 |
| 2014 | $1,725 | $170,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $170,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $170,100 +2.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $166,216 |
| 2010 | -- | $166,216 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $129,116 |
| 2004 | -- | $129,116 |
| 2003 | -- | $129,116 |
| 2002 | -- | $129,116 |
| 2001 | -- | $129,116 |
| 2000 | -- | $129,116 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Old Wilmington
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Annie H Snipes ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10Williston MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10New Hanover HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Snipes
- Middle: Williston
- High: New Hanover
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- New Hanover County
- Wilmington
- 28401
- Old Wilmington
- 120 Church Street
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