This beautifully renovated duplex in Historic Downtown Wilmington offers the perfect blend of character, flexibility, and investment potential. With over $420,000 invested in high-quality renovations, the property is move-in ready and zoned for both residential and commercial use—ideal for investors, business owners, or anyone seeking a dynamic live/work opportunity.
The residential layout features three spacious bedrooms and two updated bathrooms, with modern finishes that complement the historic charm of the property. For commercial use, the flexible floor plan allows for private offices, meeting rooms, a break area, and two restrooms—suitable for uses such as professional offices, art galleries, or financial services.
This versatile property allows for multiple income-generating options: live in one unit and rent out the other, use both as residential or commercial rentals, or create a hybrid setup to suit your needs. Located just steps from Downtown Wilmington, and within walking distance to the vibrant Soda Pop District and Castle Street Arts District, this property is perfectly positioned for convenience, visibility, and lifestyle.
Whether you're looking to invest, run a business, or settle into one of Wilmington's most sought-after neighborhoods, this renovated duplex offers an unmatched opportunity to live, work, and play in the heart of the city.
For sale
$895,000
8 S 7th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
6beds
4baths
3,166sqft
Duplex
Built in 1918
-- sqft lot
$821,100 Zestimate®
$283/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern finishesBeautifully renovated duplexTwo updated bathroomsPrivate officesThree spacious bedroomsBreak areaFlexible floor plan
- 380 days
- 373
- 17
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeffrey G Hovis 910-512-2205,
Intracoastal Realty Corporation,
Sky Grainger 910-833-2546,
Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100525838
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
Dining room
- Features: Combination
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Attic: Partially Floored,Permanent Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,166
- Total interior livable area: 3,166 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Street Parking Only
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 2,439 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 42 x 66
Details
- Parcel number: R04817038012000
- Zoning: HD
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Historic District
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $283/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $460,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,711
- Date on market: 8/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 381 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$821,100
$780,000 - $862,000
$1,932/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/9/2026 | Price change | $895,000-9.8%$283/sqft |
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| 8/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $992,750+175.8%$314/sqft |
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| 3/30/2021 | Sold | $360,000-4%$114/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100251454 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2021 | Listed for sale | $375,000$118/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100251451 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2021 | Pending sale | $375,000$118/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100251454 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2021 | Pending sale | $375,000$118/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100251451 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $375,000$118/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100251454 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2021 | Pending sale | $375,000$118/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty Corp #100251451 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $375,000+14%$118/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty Corp #100251451 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2018 | Listing removed | $329,000$104/sqft |
Source: Downtown Wilmington #100094621 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2018 | Price change | $329,000-6%$104/sqft |
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| 1/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $350,000-6.7%$111/sqft |
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| 12/1/2017 | Listing removed | $375,000$118/sqft |
Source: Intracoastal Realty Downtown Wilmington #100046084 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2017 | Pending sale | $375,000$118/sqft |
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| 9/1/2017 | Price change | $375,000-2.6%$118/sqft |
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| 6/30/2017 | Price change | $385,000-0.6%$122/sqft |
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| 5/18/2017 | Price change | $387,500-2.5%$122/sqft |
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| 4/11/2017 | Listed for sale | $397,500$126/sqft |
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| 3/6/2017 | Pending sale | $397,500$126/sqft |
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| 2/15/2017 | Price change | $397,500-5.1%$126/sqft |
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| 2/2/2017 | Listed for sale | $419,000+7.4%$132/sqft |
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| 12/12/2015 | Listing removed | $390,000$123/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2015 | Listed for sale | $390,000$123/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,711 +54.7% | $460,700 +128.7% |
| 2024 | $1,752 +18.2% | $201,400 +14.8% |
| 2023 | $1,483 -0.6% | $175,500 |
| 2022 | $1,492 -0.7% | $175,500 |
| 2021 | $1,502 -19% | $175,500 -0.3% |
| 2020 | $1,855 +48.7% | $176,100 +48.7% |
| 2019 | $1,247 | $118,400 -32.8% |
| 2018 | $1,247 -32.8% | $176,100 |
| 2017 | $1,855 -17.3% | $176,100 -13% |
| 2016 | $2,244 +4.6% | $202,500 |
| 2015 | $2,144 +4.4% | $202,500 |
| 2014 | $2,053 | $202,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $202,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $202,500 -30.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $290,419 |
| 2010 | -- | $290,419 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | $290,419 -6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $310,514 |
| 2004 | -- | $310,514 |
| 2003 | -- | $310,514 |
| 2002 | -- | $310,514 +0.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $308,323 |
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Neighborhood: Dry Pond/Lake Forest
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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