Charming cottage-style home in an unbeatable Wilmington location! Nestled on a quiet dead-end street, this beautifully updated home offers the perfect blend of character, convenience, and coastal lifestyle -- just minutes from Wrightsville Beach, Downtown Wilmington, Mayfaire shopping & restaurants, and biking distance to UNCW. There is a trail at the end of the road that cuts through to the UNCW track!
Filled with natural light, the home features hardwood floors throughout, fresh interior paint, a new HVAC system, and a newer roof for peace of mind. The inviting rocking chair front porch welcomes you inside to warm, bright living spaces designed for comfortable everyday living.
Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard complete with a spacious deck and a charming paver patio with built-in bench seating -- the perfect setup for a firepit gathering area. With no HOA restrictions, a new driveway, and plenty of room to park your boat, this property is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy the best of coastal Wilmington living.
Whether you're searching for a primary residence, beach getaway, or investment opportunity, this cottage checks all the boxes!
Sold for $330,000
$330,000
227 Dixie Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403
2beds
1,131sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.34 Acres Lot
$328,900 Zestimate®
$292/sqft
$2,082 Estimated rent
Home value
$328,900
$312,000 - $349,000
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Listed by:
Jennifer M Farmer 910-297-9811,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Bought with:
Scott D Stewart, 279570
Demarest Realty LLC
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100572515
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 12.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 12.6
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.6 x 12.6
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.1 x 12.3
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 22.9 x 12
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Kitchen, Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,131
- Total interior livable area: 1,131 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Fencing: Privacy,Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 184 x 78 x 205
- Features: Dead End
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: R05520001009000
- Zoning: R-10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Winter Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $292/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $291,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,713
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/8/2026 | Sold | $330,000$292/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100572515 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2026 | Contingent | $330,000$292/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100572515 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $330,000+135.7%$292/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100572515 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2019 | Sold | $140,000+0.1%$124/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2012 | Listing removed | $139,900$124/sqft |
Source: BlueCoast Realty Corporation #468682 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2012 | Price change | $139,900-3.5%$124/sqft |
Source: BlueCoast Realty Corporation #468682 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2011 | Listed for sale | $145,000+17.9%$128/sqft |
Source: BlueCoast Realty Corporation #468682 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2007 | Sold | $123,000+39%$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2001 | Sold | $88,500$78/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #30251228 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,713 +44% | $291,100 +112.9% |
| 2024 | $1,189 +3% | $136,700 |
| 2023 | $1,155 -0.6% | $136,700 |
| 2022 | $1,162 -0.7% | $136,700 |
| 2021 | $1,170 -7.6% | $136,700 +13.7% |
| 2020 | $1,266 | $120,200 |
| 2019 | $1,266 | $120,200 |
| 2018 | -- | $120,200 |
| 2017 | $1,266 +4.7% | $120,200 +10.2% |
| 2016 | $1,209 +4.6% | $109,100 |
| 2015 | $1,155 +4.4% | $109,100 |
| 2014 | $1,106 | $109,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $109,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $109,100 -0.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $109,680 |
| 2010 | -- | $109,680 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $74,721 |
| 2004 | -- | $74,721 |
| 2003 | -- | $74,721 |
| 2002 | -- | $74,721 |
| 2001 | -- | $74,721 |
| 2000 | -- | $74,721 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Winter Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10College Park Elementary at Sidbury RoadGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Williston MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 6/10John T Hoggard HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: College Park
- Middle: Williston
- High: Hoggard
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
- 28403
- Winter Park
- 227 Dixie Avenue
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