402 S 5th Avenue

Wilmington, NC 28401

$455,000

$314 per Sq.Ft.

Pending with Showings
3 beds
2 baths
1451 Sq. Ft.
Residential
Built in 1903
MLS #100544727

3 beds

2 baths

1451 Sq. Ft.

Residential

Built in 1903

MLS #100544727

Own a piece of history in this 1903 Colonial Revival home built by Captain A. M. Wilson & designated as a local landmark by the Historic Wilmington Foundation. Known more recently as ''Miss Dolly's'' house with details on the historic plaque, you'll love every square inch of this ''historical charmer''. Timeless character in the original hardwood floors & doors, crystal knobs, 10 ft ceilings, preserved staircase, ornate wainscoting, four fireplaces, beautiful molding and even the original clawfoot porcelain tub. Sip some sweet Southern tea on the rocking chair front porch, meal preparation is a delight in the updated eat-in kitchen, and enjoy the convenience of a full bathroom on each level. The main level has the living/dining areas plus convenient 3rd bedroom. Upstairs has two bedrooms, a large laundry room with shelving and an adorable landing perfect for reading by the windows. A private deck off the primary bedroom has an additional stairway lined with lattice. Entertain outdoors in the fenced backyard with gazebo and wrap around deck. Modern updates include tankless water heater '25, Roof '19, two HVAC's '21 & '22, and exterior paint '23. Formerly a successful AirBNB rental this home has excellent investment potential. Historic Downtown Wilmington boasts sidewalks on the lovely tree-lined streets where you can explore nearby parks, landmarks, & all that downtown has to offer. Located in a neighborhood setting with close proximity to restaurants & entertainment. As a bonus, 5th Avenue has been upgraded with designated bike lanes, and ample parking. Only 5 blocks to the Cape Fear riverwalk, minutes to golf, the Convention Center, CFCC, Wilson Performing Arts Center, & <10 miles to Wrightsville Beach. You'll LOVE calling Historic Wilmington HOME!

Interior Features

Total bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Full bathrooms

2 full bathrooms

Half bathrooms

0 half bathrooms

Kitchen appliances

Electric oven, built-in microwave, refrigerator, range, ice maker, dryer, dishwasher

Interior features

High ceilings, entrance foyer, ceiling fan(s), pantry, walk-in shower

Flooring

Lvt/lvp, tile, wood

Cooling

Central air

Heating

Heat pump, fireplace insert, electric, forced air

Exterior Features

Lot size

0.05 acres

Lot features

Corner lot

Water front

Fencing

Wire, back yard, wood

Exterior features

Wood siding

Roof

Architectural shingle

HOA Information

HOA

HOA amenities

Sidewalk, street lights

Utilities

Natural gas connected, sewer connected, water connected

Schools

Elementary school

Snipes

Middle school

Williston

High school

New Hanover

Other Information

Tax assessed value

$406,700.00

Tax amount

$2,393.44

Tax year

2025

Zoning

HD-R

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