Welcome to 523 S Front. This back half of a duplex is a unique yet charming find in the downtown historic district. Just a block away from Live at Teds and a dew blocks from Waterline Brewing. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this townhome faces the rear of the property overlooking the rear courtyard. This well appointed unit has hardwood floors, a fireplace, updated kitchen with granite, solid wood cabinetry and a pantry. Upstairs is the laundry, and the 2 bedrooms, each with their own full bathroom and walk in closets. All appliances including washer, dryer and refrigerator convey. 523 S Front is perfectly packaged with 2 dedicated off street parking spaces. Updated home with historic charm yet built in 1987, conveniently located downtown. Whether you walk bike or drive you have everything downtown living was meant to be. Home has been a well maintained rental and could be convey partially or fully furnished with acceptable offer. Has been used as a short-term and mid-term and midterm rental since 2021.
Sold for $412,000
$412,000
523 S Front Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
2beds
1,285sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
1,742.4 Square Feet Lot
$447,300 Zestimate®
$321/sqft
$2,367 Estimated rent
Home value
$447,300
$420,000 - $479,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ed H Wagenseller 910-279-4663,
Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
Bought with:
Rhawn Harvey, 345022
eXp Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100445220
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Description: Bedroom w/ bath and walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Description: Bedroom w/ bath, walk in shower & walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Breakfast nook
- Description: Perfect for Breakfast area or office
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 8
Living room
- Description: currently a combination living/dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: In Hall
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), Furnished, Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,285
- Total interior livable area: 1,285 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Assigned, Off Street, On Site
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: None
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 1,742 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: R05409001009002
- Zoning: HD-R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District,Patio
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Historic District
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,500 annually
- Amenities included: None
- Association name: 523 S Front St HOA
- Association phone: 704-582-3864
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/1/2024 | Sold | $412,000$321/sqft |
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| 8/27/2024 | Sold | $412,000+0.5%$321/sqft |
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| 7/31/2024 | Pending sale | $409,900$319/sqft |
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| 7/13/2024 | Price change | $409,900-4.5%$319/sqft |
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| 5/30/2024 | Price change | $429,000-4.5%$334/sqft |
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| 5/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $449,000+44.8%$349/sqft |
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| 1/19/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/27/2023 | Price change | $2,000-19.8%$2/sqft |
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| 10/4/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,495$2/sqft |
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| 3/2/2021 | Sold | $310,000+0.3%$241/sqft |
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| 1/29/2021 | Pending sale | $309,000$240/sqft |
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| 1/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $309,000+23.4%$240/sqft |
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| 7/5/2016 | Sold | $250,500+8.9%$195/sqft |
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| 5/3/2016 | Pending sale | $230,000$179/sqft |
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| 4/26/2016 | Listed for sale | $230,000$179/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,345 -5.2% | $398,400 +40.1% |
| 2024 | $2,474 +3% | $284,400 |
| 2023 | $2,403 -0.6% | $284,400 |
| 2022 | $2,417 -0.7% | $284,400 |
| 2021 | $2,434 -7.3% | $284,400 +14.1% |
| 2020 | $2,625 | $249,200 |
| 2019 | $2,625 | $249,200 |
| 2018 | $2,625 +33.3% | $249,200 |
| 2017 | $1,969 +18.5% | $249,200 +24.6% |
| 2016 | $1,662 -21.5% | $200,000 |
| 2015 | $2,118 +4.4% | $200,000 |
| 2014 | $2,028 | $200,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $200,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $200,000 -20.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $252,757 |
| 2010 | -- | $252,757 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $99,758 |
| 2004 | -- | $99,758 |
| 2003 | -- | $99,758 |
| 2002 | -- | $99,758 |
| 2001 | -- | $99,758 |
| 2000 | -- | $99,758 |
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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