This Beautiful Bungalow is nestled between the vibrant Castle Street District and the Robert Strange City park. Tucked in mature landscaping, the expansive and private screened porch welcomes you to come and sit for awhile.
The Livengood/Murray GC/design team made a gem of a transformation on this property. (Permit 24-016729) You will find All new paint inside and out, new HVAC, new Window World windows, new screen system for the front porch, new electrical - completely rewired to current code and new LVP throughout.
The spacious kitchen is a dream with sophisticated cabinetry (a glaze on the lowers and a floor-to-ceiling pantry), Quartz countertops and new SS appliances. A 4th bedroom was added across from the kitchen and would make a great office or hobby room.
A Full laundry room with quartz and upper and lower cabinets provides ample space for this chore and even more storage. Both bathrooms have been adorned with ceramic tile, smart mirrors and designer vanities. The Primary Suite is tucked away at the end of the hallway and will surprise you with a luxurious zero entry shower.
Underneath you will find a fully insulated (new) crawlspace with a Polymoisture barrier. New roof in 2021.
Now to the outside - The back yard will delight.
Privacy Privacy Privacy. This is a back yard with enough space for your imagination to go wild. A deck and landscaping were added to round out this lovely space. You will feel even luckier to find Parking for 4 in the extensive driveway.
Just steps away from Wilmington Wine, Luna Cafe, Castle Street Kitchen, La Mar Salada and all things Castle Street cool. Come check it out!
Sold for $500,000
$500,000
514 S 8th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
4beds
1,631sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$496,900 Zestimate®
$307/sqft
$2,279 Estimated rent
Home value
$496,900
$457,000 - $537,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Louisa D Murray 910-622-2130,
Wit Realty LLC
Bought with:
Louisa D Murray, 316191
Wit Realty LLC
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100501382
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 16.2
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 11.8
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 12.1
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.2
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 5.5
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 5
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.25 x 14.75
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 14
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 5.5
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.75 x 16.75
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Tile
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,631
- Total interior livable area: 1,631 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: DP50 Windows
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 49.5 x 165
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: R05405038001000
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Downtown
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $307/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $365,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,166
- Date on market: 9/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2025 | Sold | $500,000-2.9%$307/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100501382 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2025 | Pending sale | $515,000$316/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100501382 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $515,000+390.5%$316/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100501382 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2008 | Sold | $105,000+4.4%$64/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2008 | Sold | $100,572$62/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,152 -0.7% | $365,600 +46.8% |
| 2024 | $2,166 +3% | $249,000 |
| 2023 | $2,104 -0.6% | $249,000 |
| 2022 | $2,117 -0.7% | $249,000 |
| 2021 | $2,131 +46.4% | $249,000 +80.2% |
| 2020 | $1,456 | $138,200 |
| 2019 | $1,456 | $138,200 |
| 2018 | $1,456 | $138,200 |
| 2017 | $1,456 -16.4% | $138,200 -12% |
| 2016 | $1,741 +4.6% | $157,100 |
| 2015 | $1,664 +4.4% | $157,100 |
| 2014 | $1,593 | $157,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $157,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $157,100 +10.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $141,708 |
| 2010 | -- | $141,708 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $98,470 |
| 2004 | -- | $98,470 |
| 2003 | -- | $98,470 |
| 2002 | -- | $98,470 |
| 2001 | -- | $98,470 |
| 2000 | -- | $98,470 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Dry Pond/Lake Forest
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Annie H Snipes ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
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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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