Welcome to the Bell House, a stunning 1893 Queen Anne-style home in the heart of Wilmington's Historic District. Nestled on an oversized lot along the charming cobblestone section of 4th Street, this exceptional property is just blocks from the Riverwalk, local shops, restaurants, churches, and schools.
This beautifully maintained home offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths and welcomes you with a traditional vestibule, leading into a grand foyer with a striking staircase. The elegant parlor features impressive 12-foot windows overlooking the street and is separated from the living room by an original 9-foot pocket door, while the kitchen retains its original swinging door--preserving the home's historic character.
Throughout the home, you'll find six operable fireplaces with gas inserts, including one in each bedroom, with the downstairs fireplaces showcasing original French tile. Additional highlights include a cellar for storage, a fully fenced backyard with an outbuilding, and the rare convenience of both off-street and ample on-street parking.
Blending timeless elegance with modern comfort, this distinctive home also carries a touch of local notoriety as a filming location for the TV show The Runarounds. A truly rare opportunity in an unmatched downtown location.
Lender credit available if preferred lender Rob Theoharis at Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group is used; .25% up to $4,000
*See Features & Upgrade sheet for full details.
For sale
Price cut: $40K (7/10)
$1,160,000
306 S 4th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
3beds
2,972sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$1,118,700 Zestimate®
$390/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Oversized lotTraditional vestibuleElegant parlorCellar for storage
- 113 days
- 935
- 57
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Atlantic Edge Partners 910-789-4799,
Intracoastal Realty Corporation,
Kelly Ulecki 910-297-9551,
Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100573726
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Other
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17 x 17
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 17
Other
- Description: Sitting room attached to BR 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Other
- Description: Parlor
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Other
- Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,972
- Total interior livable area: 2,972 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Screened, Front Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 x 132
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: R05405020014000
- Zoning: HD-R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Historic District
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $390/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $857,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,048
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 113 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$1,118,700
$1.06M - $1.17M
$2,847/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $1,160,000-3.3%$390/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100573726 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+133%$404/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100573726 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2014 | Sold | $515,000-9.3%$173/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #30505018 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2014 | Price change | $568,000+7.4%$191/sqft |
Source: Coastal Select Properties #493907 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2014 | Listed for sale | $529,000-6.9%$178/sqft |
Source: Coastal Select Properties Inc #505018 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2014 | Listing removed | $568,000$191/sqft |
Source: Coastal Select Properties #493907 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $568,000-2.9%$191/sqft |
Source: Coastal Select Properties #493907 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2006 | Sold | $585,000$197/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #30370440 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,048 +14.4% | $857,800 +69.1% |
| 2024 | $4,414 +3% | $507,400 |
| 2023 | $4,288 -0.6% | $507,400 |
| 2022 | $4,313 -0.7% | $507,400 |
| 2021 | $4,342 -3.2% | $507,400 +19.2% |
| 2020 | $4,484 | $425,700 |
| 2019 | $4,484 | $425,700 |
| 2018 | -- | $425,700 |
| 2017 | $2,242 +1.4% | $425,700 +6.7% |
| 2016 | $2,210 -47.7% | $399,000 |
| 2015 | $4,225 +4.4% | $399,000 |
| 2014 | $4,046 | $399,000 -0.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $401,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $401,600 -10.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $450,572 |
| 2010 | -- | $450,572 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $380,454 |
| 2004 | -- | $380,454 |
| 2003 | -- | $380,454 |
| 2002 | -- | $380,454 +10% |
| 2001 | -- | $345,777 |
| 2000 | -- | $345,777 |
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Neighborhood: Old Wilmington
Nearby schools
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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