Welcome to 314 N 5th Ave, the recipient of the 2003 Preservation Award for Restoration from the Wilmington Historic Foundation. This beautifully preserved 1888 Victorian home offers original craftsmanship, spacious living, and an unbeatable downtown lifestyle. Located in Wilmington's Historic District, a rocking-chair front porch welcomes you to an interior featuring a formal dining room with a built-in china hutch, large living room, 2 ornate fireplaces, and a large kitchen with brand-new appliances. Original hardwood floors grace the staircase and most of the second level. The main level combines hardwoods and durable LVP, with original hardwoods preserved beneath the LVP, offering an opportunity to uncover even more historic character. Double-pane windows add modern comfort and energy efficiency. Upstairs are 4 generously sized bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, and beautifully appointed baths, including a vintage clawfoot tub. A large laundry room provides extra storage, while a covered rear porch and large backyard with shed offer inviting spaces for relaxing and entertaining. The freshly painted exterior enhances the home's curb appeal. A 2-car driveway provides dedicated off-street parking--a rare find in the Historic District. Just steps from Wilmington's famous Riverwalk, the vibrant Brooklyn Arts District, and booming Soda Pop District, enjoy easy access to dining, galleries, boutiques, and live entertainment. Wrightsville, Carolina, and Kure beaches are just a short drive away. Whether a full-time residence, part-time retreat, or investment property, 314 N 5th Ave offers a distinctive combination of historic character, downtown proximity, parking, and nearby beaches. Make an appointment today to tour this charming historic home!
For sale
Price cut: $16.1K (10/20)
$699,900
314 N 5th Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28401
4beds
2,220sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1888
5,663 Square Feet Lot
$681,500 Zestimate®
$315/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rocking-chair front porchOriginal craftsmanshipSpacious livingLarge backyard with shedCovered rear porch
- 23 days
- 1,107
- 119
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Leila A Tabatabai 910-508-1940,
Coastal Select Properties
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100607056
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Living Room, Dining Room, Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Dimensions: 18 x 13.5
Bedroom 2
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10
Dining room
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Kitchen
- Dimensions: 13 x 11.5
Laundry
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Living room
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 15.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Range
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- High Ceilings, Pantry, Walk-in Shower
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,220
- Total interior livable area: 2,220 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, On Site
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Fencing: Privacy,Partial,Fenced
- View description: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 5,663 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33 x 165
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: R04817004002000
- 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: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Historic District
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $315/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $452,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,664
- Date on market: 9/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$681,500
$647,000 - $716,000
$2,724/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2026 | Price change | $699,900-2.2%$315/sqft |
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| 9/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $716,000+136.7%$323/sqft |
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| 2/26/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2020 | Listing removed | $2,000$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2020 | Price change | $2,000-16.7%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2020 | Price change | $2,400-2%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,450+8.9%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2019 | Listing removed | $2,250$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,250+7.1%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2018 | Listing removed | $2,100$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,100+31.3%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2017 | Listing removed | $1,600$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,600-3%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2015 | Listing removed | $1,650$1/sqft |
Source: Sweyer Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,650$1/sqft |
Source: Sweyer Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2015 | Sold | $302,500-3.8%$136/sqft |
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| 6/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $314,500+96.6%$142/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Essential #523068 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2011 | Sold | $160,000-13.4%$72/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2010 | Sold | $184,800-7.6%$83/sqft |
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| 5/1/2010 | Price change | $199,900-11.1%$90/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2010 | Price change | $224,900-10%$101/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2010 | Price change | $249,900-10.7%$113/sqft |
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| 12/25/2009 | Listed for sale | $279,900-20.6%$126/sqft |
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| 12/21/2009 | Sold | $352,376$159/sqft |
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| 12/13/2009 | Listed for sale | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,664 +9.6% | $452,700 +62% |
| 2024 | $2,432 +3% | $279,500 |
| 2023 | $2,362 -0.6% | $279,500 |
| 2022 | $2,376 -0.7% | $279,500 |
| 2021 | $2,392 -25.6% | $279,500 -8.4% |
| 2020 | $3,214 | $305,100 |
| 2019 | $3,214 | $305,100 |
| 2018 | $3,214 | $305,100 |
| 2017 | $3,214 +37.2% | $305,100 +44.3% |
| 2016 | $2,342 +4.6% | $211,400 |
| 2015 | $2,239 +4.4% | $211,400 |
| 2014 | $2,144 | $211,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $211,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $211,400 +12.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $187,257 |
| 2010 | -- | $187,257 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $109,814 |
| 2004 | -- | $109,814 |
| 2003 | -- | $109,814 +32.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $82,823 |
| 2001 | -- | $82,823 -7% |
| 2000 | -- | $89,040 |
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Neighborhood: Northside
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.







