Tucked away on North 20th Street, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home blends historic character with thoughtful modern touches, creating a space that feels both distinctive and remarkably comfortable. Inside, natural light pours through expansive windows, highlighting the beautiful wood floors and giving the main living spaces a bright, open feel. Generously sized bedrooms, ample closet space, and a warm, inviting layout make the home as functional as it is full of character. Outside is where the property truly sets itself apart. A private brick courtyard creates an unexpected retreat in the heart of Wilmington--perfect for quiet mornings, evening dinners, entertaining friends, or simply unwinding beneath the established greenery. The courtyard leads to a detached 460 Sq. Ft. garage offering additional storage or space for a smaller vehicle, along with an attached greenhouse ready for gardening, hobbies, or more storage. The property also carries a unique connection to Wilmington's history, with ties to the McKoy and Faulkner families, including James Hassell McKoy. Its gardens and spring blooms have helped earn the home appearances on Azalea Festival home tours over the years, adding another chapter to a property already rich with local character. Historic without feeling dated, private without feeling closed off, and filled with natural light and personality, 5 N. 20th Street offers something increasingly difficult to find: a home with a story, a sense of place, and spaces that are genuinely enjoyable to live in. Additionally, this home was extensively remodeled in 2023, an entirely new HVAC in late 2025 and a brand new tankless hot water system in 2026. This historic charmer in beautiful Carolina Heights is exactly what you've been waiting for. A perfect full-time residence, weekend retreat or even an Airbnb. Come tour this fabulous cottage home today!
For sale
$575,000
5 N 20th Street, Wilmington, NC 28405
3beds
1,714sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
2,788 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$335/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 23 days
- 1,951
- 125
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jim A Spicuzza 910-443-4283,
Coastal Properties
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100595500
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: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Other
Primary bedroom
- Description: washer/dryer stack unit are in closet here
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 13.2
Bedroom 2
- Description: this bedroom has a desk.
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Description: This could be an office.
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 11
Dining room
- Description: Formal
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Kitchen
- Description: Ceramic tile floor, stainless appliances
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 10
Living room
- Description: Bookcases, gas log fireplace and wall of windows
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 18
Other
- Description: upstairs Landing
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
Heating
- Gas Pack, Heat Pump, Fireplace Insert, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Ice Maker, Disposal, Dishwasher, Convection Oven
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log, WiFi Thermostat
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Scuttle
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,714
- Total interior livable area: 1,714 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Workshop in Garage, On Street, Detached, On Site, Garage, Parking Pad
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, See Remarks, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Gas Log, Storm Doors
- Fencing: Metal/Ornamental,Full,Brick,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 2,788 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 70 x 40 x 70
- Features: Interior Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse, Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: R04819009002000
- Zoning: R-7
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Lights, Security System
- Subdivision: Historic Carolina Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Sidewalks, Termite Bond
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $335/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $428,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,522
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,598/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000+25%$335/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100595500 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2023 | Sold | $460,000-3.2%$268/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100375907 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2023 | Pending sale | $475,000$277/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100375907 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $475,000+111.1%$277/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100375907 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2015 | Sold | $225,000$131/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,522 +8.3% | $428,500 +60.1% |
| 2024 | $2,328 +3% | $267,600 |
| 2023 | $2,261 -0.6% | $267,600 |
| 2022 | $2,275 -0.7% | $267,600 |
| 2021 | $2,290 +6.1% | $267,600 +30.6% |
| 2020 | $2,158 | $204,900 |
| 2019 | $2,158 | $204,900 |
| 2018 | $2,158 | $204,900 |
| 2017 | $2,158 +19.6% | $204,900 +25.8% |
| 2016 | $1,805 +4.6% | $162,900 |
| 2015 | $1,725 +4.4% | $162,900 |
| 2014 | $1,652 | $162,900 +5.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $154,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $154,300 -8.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $169,204 |
| 2010 | -- | $169,204 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $119,968 |
| 2004 | -- | $119,968 |
| 2003 | -- | $119,968 |
| 2002 | -- | $119,968 |
| 2001 | -- | $119,968 |
| 2000 | -- | $119,968 |
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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.
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