The Athalia Hall house, a featured home on the Azalea Festival Home Tour, seamlessly blends history with modernity. This c. 1906 one level living cottage, has many of the details from the turn of the 19th century such as stained glass windows, heart pine flooring, 4 non-working fireplaces, porches, 10 foot ceilings, 12 inch baseboards, and a location that is a block from the river and a short stroll to everything downtown.
Beyond its' beautiful Front Street location, what sets this home apart is the thoughtful updates and renovations adding more than a splash of modern. The Kitchen which has been showcased on the Historic Foundation's ''Back Door Kitchen Tour'' is thoughtful and open with a unique vaulted ceiling, Mahogany cabinets, a large center island, Soapstone and Carrara marble. It is the heart of the home. There is also a fully updated bath with tile, glass, a walk-in shower and walk-in closet.
This is a very special home that has been very well taken care of. The front porch offers a glimpse at the social fabric of downtown and the back porch offers privacy and an area often dedicated as the ''al fresco'' dining area. Lastly, of note to the house's history and character, in 1978 Mary Louise Spencer wrote and recorded the song, ''The House at 503'' about her time spent living at the Althalia House.
* Subject to minor preservation easement with Historic Wilmington Foundation.
Sold for $523,500
$523,500
503 S Front Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
2beds
1,219sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$520,100 Zestimate®
$429/sqft
$2,875 Estimated rent
Home value
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$484,000 - $557,000
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Stained glass windowsWalk-in showerLarge center islandWalk-in closetMahogany cabinetsHeart pine flooring
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Listed by:
David Billitto 910-297-0145,
Coastal Select Properties
Bought with:
Gwen J Hawley, 77787
Intracoastal Realty Corp
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100552799
Originating MLS: Inc.
Originating MLS: Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.1 x 11.7
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.7 x 11.7
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 12.3
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.7 x 11
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 17.7
Heating
- Gas Pack, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Features
- Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Marble, Wood
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Exterior Entry
- Attic: Access Only
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,219
- Total interior livable area: 1,219 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Parking on Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Other32, See Remarks60
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Privacy,Back Yard,Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 2,178 sqft
- Dimensions: 70 x 34 x 70 x 34
- Features: Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: R05409001002000
- Zoning: HD-R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District,Historic Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Other, Raised, Pilings
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Green verification: None
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Historic District
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/24/2026 | Sold | $523,500-4.6%$429/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Listing removed | $2,295$2/sqft |
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| 3/1/2026 | Pending sale | $549,000$450/sqft |
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| 2/20/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,295-4.2%$2/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Listing removed | $2,395$2/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,000+22%$450/sqft |
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| 1/28/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,395+4.4%$2/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Listing removed | $2,295$2/sqft |
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| 4/5/2025 | Price change | $2,295+4.6%$2/sqft |
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| 3/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,195-8.4%$2/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $2,395$2/sqft |
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| 7/29/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,395$2/sqft |
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| 7/6/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/23/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,395$2/sqft |
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| 4/22/2024 | Sold | $450,000-9.1%$369/sqft |
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| 4/6/2024 | Pending sale | $495,000$406/sqft |
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| 4/3/2024 | Price change | $495,000-9.2%$406/sqft |
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| 3/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $545,000$447/sqft |
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| 2/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $545,000+319.2%$447/sqft |
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| 3/2/2012 | Sold | $130,000-10.3%$107/sqft |
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| 8/11/2011 | Price change | $145,000-17.1%$119/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Sweyer & Associates` #452618 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2011 | Listed for sale | $175,000$144/sqft |
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| 5/9/2011 | Listing removed | $175,000$144/sqft |
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| 10/23/2010 | Listed for sale | $175,000$144/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,522 +29.7% | $428,600 +91.7% |
| 2024 | $1,945 +3% | $223,600 |
| 2023 | $1,889 -0.6% | $223,600 |
| 2022 | $1,901 -0.7% | $223,600 |
| 2021 | $1,914 -7.4% | $223,600 +14% |
| 2020 | $2,066 | $196,100 |
| 2019 | $2,066 | $196,100 |
| 2018 | $2,066 | $196,100 |
| 2017 | $2,066 +18.3% | $196,100 +24.4% |
| 2016 | $1,746 +4.6% | $157,600 |
| 2015 | $1,669 +4.4% | $157,600 |
| 2014 | $1,598 | $157,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $157,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $157,600 +10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $142,353 |
| 2010 | -- | $142,353 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $116,785 |
| 2004 | -- | $116,785 |
| 2003 | -- | $116,785 |
| 2002 | -- | $116,785 |
| 2001 | -- | $116,785 |
| 2000 | -- | $116,785 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Old Wilmington
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Annie H Snipes ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10Williston MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10New Hanover HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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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