Opportunity knocks in the rapidly growing downtown Wilmington area! This classic 1937 bungalow at 222 Evans Street offers the perfect canvas for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to create their dream home.
Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and approximately 1,183 square feet, this single-story home retains much of its original character and vintage bungalow charm, ready to be restored and reimagined. With solid bones and timeless architecture, the property presents exceptional potential for renovation and value creation.
Situated just minutes from historic downtown Wilmington, the Riverwalk, dining, shopping, and entertainment, this property offers both lifestyle and investment appeal in a rapidly appreciating area.
Whether you're a builder, investor, or homeowner ready to bring new life to a classic Wilmington bungalow, this is a rare opportunity to add value in a prime location.
Priced with renovation in mind -- bring your vision and unlock the potential.
The carport does NOT convey and will be removed prior closing, unless the buyer decides to purchase also lot 25 and would like to keep the carport.
Proposed extension of Independence Blvd. is in a close proximity to the property.
Sold for $160,125
$160,125
222 Evans Street, Wilmington, NC 28405
3beds
1,183sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$159,000 Zestimate®
$135/sqft
$1,918 Estimated rent
Home value
$159,000
$148,000 - $172,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Irena B Kohler 910-526-9987,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Hampstead,
Michael J Rokoski 910-799-3435,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Bought with:
Aimee R Moore, 270738
Aimee Moore Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100558048
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 13.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.1
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 13.6
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 6.9 x 8
Breakfast nook
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 6.7
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 9.8
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 9.8
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 15.7
Heating
- Other, Electric
Cooling
- Other
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,183
- Total interior livable area: 1,183 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Unpaved
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: R04913015003000
- Zoning: R-5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, See Remarks
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ridgecrest
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $135/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $288,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,699
- Date on market: 3/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 290 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/17/2026 | Sold | $160,125-8.5%$135/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100558048 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Pending sale | $175,000$148/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Price change | $175,000-72.7%$148/sqft |
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| 6/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $640,000-5.2%$541/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100514689 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2025 | Listing removed | $674,900$570/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100495455 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $674,900-15.6%$570/sqft |
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| 11/5/2024 | Listing removed | $799,900$676/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100426311 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2024 | Price change | $799,900-5.9%$676/sqft |
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| 4/4/2024 | Price change | $849,900-10.5%$718/sqft |
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| 2/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $949,900$803/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100426311 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,700 +25.1% | $288,800 +84.9% |
| 2024 | $1,359 +3% | $156,200 |
| 2023 | $1,320 -0.6% | $156,200 |
| 2022 | $1,328 -0.7% | $156,200 |
| 2021 | $1,337 +22.5% | $156,200 +50.8% |
| 2020 | $1,091 | $103,600 |
| 2019 | $1,091 | $103,600 |
| 2018 | $1,091 | $103,600 |
| 2017 | $1,091 -40.3% | $103,600 -37.2% |
| 2016 | $1,828 +4.6% | $165,000 |
| 2015 | $1,747 +4.4% | $165,000 |
| 2014 | $1,673 | $165,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $165,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $165,000 +3% |
| 2011 | -- | $160,123 |
| 2010 | -- | $160,123 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $88,624 |
| 2004 | -- | $88,624 |
| 2003 | -- | $88,624 |
| 2002 | -- | $88,624 |
| 2001 | -- | $88,624 |
| 2000 | -- | $88,624 |
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Neighborhood: Old East Wilmington
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Rachel Freeman ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Holly Shelter Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.5 mi
- 3/10New Hanover HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Freeman
- 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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Estimated market value
$159,000
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