This all brick ranch is nestled on a spacious lot located in the desirable Forest Hills neighborhood. A stylish mid century rambler, it marries classic charm along with modern convenience. Offering gleaming hardwood floors throughout, an open concept renovated kitchen with bright white cabinets, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. The split floor plan provides the privacy you desire with four bedrooms, 3 bathrooms including a spacious primary owner's retreat with a private entrance to the backyard. The primary bathroom has dual vanity sinks, walk in shower & closet. Relax in the backyard on the large sun basking back deck, perfect for all your entertaining needs. Just minutes to Historic Downtown Wilmington shopping, dining and all amenities and a short drive to Wrightsville Beach. Furnishings are negotiable.
For sale
$559,000
827 Colonial Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403
4beds
2,089sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.37 Acres Lot
$530,100 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 378 days
- 803
- 23
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Benjamin T Eisenberg 910-619-1533,
RE/MAX Essential
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100526927
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4
Primary bedroom
- Dimensions: 19.4 x 13.4
Bedroom 2
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 13.5
Bedroom 3
- Dimensions: 18.8 x 13.11
Bedroom 4
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 12.9
Dining room
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 12.9
Kitchen
- Dimensions: 18.1 x 12.9
Living room
- Dimensions: 22.1 x 13.1
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), Walk-in Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,089
- Total interior livable area: 2,089 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Dimensions: 50 x 190 x 129 x 86
Details
- Parcel number: R05412003017000
- Zoning: R-15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forest Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $268/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $532,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,132
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 378 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$530,100
$504,000 - $557,000
$3,397/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Price change | $559,000-1.8%$268/sqft |
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| 3/31/2026 | Price change | $569,000-1.7%$272/sqft |
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| 11/19/2025 | Price change | $579,000-1%$277/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Price change | $585,000-2.5%$280/sqft |
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| 8/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $600,000-9%$287/sqft |
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| 12/5/2024 | Listing removed | $659,000$315/sqft |
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| 12/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $659,000+22.9%$315/sqft |
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| 8/14/2023 | Sold | $536,000-3.3%$257/sqft |
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| 7/16/2023 | Pending sale | $554,500$265/sqft |
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| 6/25/2023 | Price change | $554,500-3.5%$265/sqft |
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| 3/16/2023 | Price change | $574,500-4.2%$275/sqft |
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| 11/14/2022 | Price change | $599,500-4.1%$287/sqft |
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| 9/13/2022 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$299/sqft |
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| 8/5/2022 | Listed for sale | $650,000$311/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,132 -9.4% | $532,200 +33.9% |
| 2024 | $3,457 +22.6% | $397,400 +19.1% |
| 2023 | $2,819 -0.6% | $333,600 |
| 2022 | $2,836 -0.7% | $333,600 |
| 2021 | $2,855 +60.4% | $333,600 +97.4% |
| 2020 | $1,780 +1.3% | $169,000 +1.3% |
| 2019 | $1,757 | $166,800 -43.8% |
| 2018 | $1,757 -43.8% | $296,800 |
| 2017 | $3,126 -1.3% | $296,800 +3.8% |
| 2016 | $3,168 +4.7% | $285,900 +0.1% |
| 2015 | $3,026 +4.4% | $285,700 |
| 2014 | $2,897 | $285,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $285,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $285,700 -14.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $334,977 |
| 2010 | -- | $334,977 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $151,920 |
| 2004 | -- | $151,920 |
| 2003 | -- | $151,920 |
| 2002 | -- | $151,920 |
| 2001 | -- | $151,920 |
| 2000 | -- | $151,920 |
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Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Forest Hills
- 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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