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Sold for $287,000
    • $287,000

    221 Sunset Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28401

    2beds
    970sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $307,100 Zestimate®
    $296/sqft
    $1,764 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $307,100

    $292,000 - $322,000

    $1,764/mo

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    What's special

    Tons of storageVintage hardwood floorsNew deckLarge kitchenLarge laundry roomOversized shedHuge fully fenced backyard
    Attention first time homebuyers! Here's your chance to get a very affordable home in the desirable Sunset Park community! Plus, the seller is offering seller financing to owner occupants with competitive rates and lower closing costs than banks are offering. This 2 bedroom 1 bath is perfect for a young couple starting out or retirees. The home has a nice rocking chair front porch for relaxing, a new deck out back for entertaining, a huge floored attic for tons of storage, a large laundry room, and nice, vintage hardwood floors. The large kitchen is updated with lots of storage and counter space. There's even a separate private space for a home office. The huge fully fenced backyard has an oversized shed that's perfect for a workshop or more storage. There's also a double gate at the back of the lot perfect for a boat trailer and additional easy access parking. The property has an original bomb shelter that can be converted to anything you can imagine - especially the ultimate ''Man Cave''! Homes in this very desirable neighborhood tend to sell quickly. This exceptional opportunity with financing won't last long!!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Ed Ward 910-470-9273,

    Shoreline Realty

    Bought with:

    Rosemary Gonzalez Pinnick, 293345

    Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100427968MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Kitchen, Laundry, Dining Room, Office, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12 x 14
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12 x 11
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 11 x 8
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 18 x 8
    Laundry
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 9 x 7
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 18 x 12
    Office
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 9 x 8
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas Pack, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
    • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Basement: None
    • Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 970
    • Total interior livable area: 970 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street, Off Street
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
    • Fencing: Back Yard,Wood,Privacy
    • Waterfront features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 52 x 150 x 49 x 151
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s), See Remarks
    • Parcel number: R06009007007000
    • Zoning: R-7
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Crawl Space
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Sunset Park
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    • Amenities included: None
    Location
    • Region: Wilmington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $296/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $138,600
    • Annual tax amount: $1,171
    • Date on market: 10/11/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 6 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Private Financing Available
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/20/2024Sold$287,000-0.7%$296/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100427968 Report a problem
    2/21/2024Pending sale$289,000$298/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100427968 Report a problem
    2/16/2024Listed for sale$289,000+377.7%$298/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100427968 Report a problem
    2/26/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    8/13/2020Listing removed$1,075$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    8/9/2020Listed for rent$1,075+10.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/18/2017Listing removed$975$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    6/20/2017Listed for rent$975$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/1/2016Sold$60,500+96.7%$62/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/8/2016Price change$30,754+7.1%$32/sqft
    Source: Auction.com Report a problem
    3/23/2016Listed for sale--
    Source: Auction.com Report a problem
    10/3/2015Listing removed--
    Source: Auction.com Report a problem
    10/2/2015Price change$28,728-80.2%$30/sqft
    Source: Auction.com Report a problem
    9/9/2015Listed for sale--
    Source: Auction.com Report a problem
    11/1/2009Listing removed$145,000$149/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #438664 Report a problem
    9/26/2009Listed for sale$145,000$149/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #438664 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,446 +19.9%$245,700 +77.3%
    2024$1,206 +3%$138,600
    2023$1,171 -0.6%$138,600
    2022$1,178 -0.7%$138,600
    2021$1,186 +8.8%$138,600 +33.9%
    2020$1,090 $103,500
    2019$1,090 $103,500
    2018$1,090 $103,500
    2017$1,090 +26.3%$103,500 +32.9%
    2016$863 +4.6%$77,900
    2015$825 +4.4%$77,900
    2014$790 $77,900
    2013-- $77,900
    2012-- $77,900 -40.4%
    2011-- $130,615
    2010-- $130,615
    2009-- --
    2008-- --
    2007-- --
    2005-- $58,890
    2004-- $58,890
    2003-- $58,890
    2002-- $58,890
    2001-- $58,890
    2000-- $58,890
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Sunset Park/Woodlawn

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