Welcome home to 808 Meares Street a spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom retreat nestled near the heart of historic Wilmington. Brimming with character and charm, this beautifully laid-out home invites you into a life of comfort, space, and connection.
Step through the front door and into a light-filled interior where every room feels open and welcoming. Whether you're hosting family dinners, working remotely, or simply enjoying a quiet evening, this home offers the space and flexibility to fit your lifestyle.
The generous layout includes five bedrooms ideal for growing families, roommates, or anyone craving extra room to breathe and three full bathrooms, ensuring everyone has space to unwind. Original architectural details blend with practical updates, creating a home that's as charming as it is functional.
And with off-street parking, a private driveway and a spacious yard, you'll enjoy both privacy and peace of mind.
Located just minutes from Downtown Wilmington, the Cape Fear Riverwalk, and the beaches, this home places you in one of the most desirable areas in town close enough to everything, yet tucked into a quiet residential pocket.
Rent: $2,900/month
Washer/dryer (optional): $80/month (hook ups available)
Security Deposit: $3,000
Lease Term: 12-month (Negotiable for different rent amount)
Available: September 1, 2026
Utilities: Tenant pays electricity, water/sewer, and internet
No Smoking or aggressive dog breeds.
House for rent
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$2,900/moFees may apply
808 Meares St, Wilmington, NC 28401
5beds
2,050sqft
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Single family residence
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
Off street parking
Central, forced air
What's special
Private drivewayLight-filled interiorGenerous layoutPractical updatesOriginal architectural detailsOff-street parkingSpacious yard
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,050 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
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Lot
- Features: Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: R05414009024000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Parking
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,900-3%$1/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Listing removed | $2,990$1/sqft |
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| 7/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,990-0.3%$1/sqft |
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| 4/5/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/19/2024 | Price change | $3,000-6.3%$1/sqft |
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| 3/1/2024 | Price change | $3,200+3.2%$2/sqft |
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| 2/28/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,100$2/sqft |
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| 3/22/2022 | Sold | $126,000$61/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Dry Pond/Lake Forest
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Forest Hills ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Myrtle Grove MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.6 mi
- 3/10New Hanover HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi







