Welcome to 29 Madison Street, where timeless charm meets thoughtful modern updates. This beautiful 1940s cottage, located in the heart of Sunset Park, blends original character with today's conveniences. Inside, you'll find restored original hardwood floors, updated bathrooms, and inviting living spaces filled with warmth and charm. The dining room features classic built-ins, while the kitchen offers open shelving and flows seamlessly into a bright sunroom overlooking the oversized backyard. The home offers incredible flexibility with 1,282 square feet of heated living space, plus additional finished upstairs space in the beautifully refinished attic. With 3 bedrooms and an office, including two bedrooms and office space on the main level, the layout easily adapts to a variety of lifestyles. Upstairs, the finished attic provides a spacious third bedroom, flex space, and a newly added full bath -- perfect for guests, a private suite, or bonus living area. Step outside to enjoy the large covered patio, expansive yard, oversized storage shed, and side deck, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. Nestled on a quiet street in the highly desirable Sunset Park community, this cottage-style home is full of character and convenience. Ideally located near downtown Wilmington, the growing South Front District, Greenfield Lake, Historic Downtown and Carolina Beach, you'll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreation.
Sold for $330,000
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$330,000
29 Madison Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
3beds
1,282sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$330,000 Zestimate®
$257/sqft
$2,181 Estimated rent
Home value
$330,000
$314,000 - $347,000
$2,181/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wendy G Thompson 910-508-8376,
REAL Broker LLC,
Denise Sevier 631-374-9911,
REAL Broker LLC
Bought with:
Jesse A Canady, 291485
Salt and Stone Property Group
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100575991
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14.1 x 11.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 11.1
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 6.7 x 10.9
Bonus room
- Description: Upstairs
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 26.5 x 13.6
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9 x 9.11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9 x 12.1
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Loft
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 13.6
Other
- Description: Foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 5.7
Sunroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14.11 x 9.1
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Master Downstairs, Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: None
- Attic: Finished,Floored,Permanent Stairs
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,282
- Total interior livable area: 1,282 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, On Site
- Details: off street parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Side Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full,Back Yard,Wood,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 7,840 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 129 x 91 x 106
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: R05912012008000
- Zoning: R-7
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Green energy
- Green verification: None
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Sunset Park
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Sold | $330,000+1.5%$257/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100575991 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2026 | Pending sale | $325,000$254/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100575991 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $325,000+47.7%$254/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100575991 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2024 | Price change | $2,100+5%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,000$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2020 | Sold | $220,000$172/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100206683 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2020 | Pending sale | $220,000$172/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty Corp #100206683 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2020 | Listed for sale | $220,000+64.8%$172/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty Corp #100206683 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2015 | Sold | $133,500-4.6%$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2015 | Listed for sale | $140,000-7.9%$109/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #522284 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2009 | Sold | $152,000-4.4%$119/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2008 | Price change | $159,000-5.9%$124/sqft |
Source: Listhub #421258 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2008 | Price change | $169,000-3.4%$132/sqft |
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| 9/28/2008 | Price change | $175,000-2.2%$137/sqft |
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| 8/23/2008 | Listed for sale | $179,000+58.4%$140/sqft |
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| 5/21/2008 | Sold | $113,000$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,670 +0.8% | $283,700 +49.1% |
| 2024 | $1,656 +3% | $190,300 |
| 2023 | $1,608 -0.6% | $190,300 |
| 2022 | $1,618 -0.7% | $190,300 |
| 2021 | $1,629 +27.2% | $190,300 +56.6% |
| 2020 | $1,280 | $121,500 |
| 2019 | $1,280 | $121,500 |
| 2018 | $1,280 | $121,500 |
| 2017 | $1,280 +24.9% | $121,500 +31.4% |
| 2016 | $1,025 +4.6% | $92,500 |
| 2015 | $980 +4.4% | $92,500 |
| 2014 | $938 | $92,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $92,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $92,500 -39.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $152,828 |
| 2010 | -- | $152,828 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $54,901 |
| 2004 | -- | $54,901 |
| 2003 | -- | $54,901 |
| 2002 | -- | $54,901 |
| 2001 | -- | $54,901 |
| 2000 | -- | $54,901 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Sunset Park/Woodlawn
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Sunset Park ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Williston MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 3/10New Hanover HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sunset
- 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
- Sunset Park/Woodlawn
- 29 Madison Street
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