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Duplex
2 Beds
2 Total Baths
816 Sq. Ft.
0.12 Acres
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Duplex opportunity just 3 blocks from the beach with easy beach access. The lower unit has been a successful short-term rental for years, consistently producing around $25k during the summer season, while the upper unit--newer to the rental market--is showing stronger rental potential. Both units also offer the flexibility for monthly rentals during the off-season. Each level offers a 400 sq ft studio layout with a full kitchen, full bath, and storage space. Both units will convey fully furnished--making this a true turnkey investment opportunity. Situated on a 50x100 lot, the property also includes a storage shed, plenty of parking, and a small firepit area for outdoor enjoyment. The lot offers excellent future potential, including the opportunity to build a larger duplex or single family home with no restrictions. Purchase now, continue generating rental income, and hold as a long-term investment for the future in this desirable beach location. Rental history available upon request.

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General

Price: $525,000
Taxes: $2,200 (2025)
Status: Active
Type: Duplex
Source: 2253
MLS ID: 100576347
Updated: 5/25/2026
Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, 2nd Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer
Furnished: Yes
Furnishings: Furnished
Flooring: Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Additional Information

Shared Amenities: None

Exterior

Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Side Porch

Parking

Parking Features: Off Street, On Site, Unpaved

Location

County: New Hanover
Subdivision: Wilmington Beach
Driving Directions: Lake Park Blvd to Right on South Carolina Ave. Home is on left directly after Swordfish Lane.

School Information

Elementary School: Carolina Beach
Middle School: Murray
High School: Ashley

Community

Units Assoc/Comm: 2

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating Type: Other, Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Municipal Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Sewer Available, Water Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Structural Information

Structure Type: Wood Frame
Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Basement Desc.: None
Roof: Shingle
Square Feet: 816
Year Built: 1988

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,009
Lot Dimensions: 50 x 100
Frontage: Maintained, Paved, Paved
Zoning: MH
Fencing (Description): None

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $643.38
Assessment Amount: $491,600
Tax Amount: $2,200.9
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Cash, Conventional, 1031 Exchange

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard
Legal Description: Lot 11, Block 32, Wilmington Beach
Property ID: R09017-013-021-000
Block: 30

Listed by Lantern Room Realty LLC, Brigitte Simone Hendy and Lantern Room Realty LLC, Christian Tinder

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Lantern Room Realty LLC
Christian Tinder

Lantern Room Realty LLC

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Schools

Schools serving 403 S Carolina Ave

School District:New Hanover County Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Carolina Beach Elementary 400 South 4th Street, Carolina Beach, NC 28428	K-5	1 mi
Charles P Murray Middle 655 Halyburton Memorial Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28412	6-8	5.6 mi
Eugene Ashley High 555 Halyburton Memorial Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28412	9-12	5.7 mi

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Price & Sales History for 403 S Carolina Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

5/23/2026

Listed

$525,000

176.32%

MLS

1/31/2020

Sold

$190,000

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Tax History

Tax History for 403 S Carolina Ave

Year

Property Taxes

Change

Tax Assessment

Change

2025

$2,201

65%

$491,600

90%

2024

$1,330

3%

$258,800

—

2023

$1,291

-28%

$258,800

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2021

$1,786

3%

$258,800

—

2022

$1,734

-3%

$258,800

78%

2021

$1,786

54%

$145,200

—

2019

$1,162

70%

$145,200

66%

2018

$682

-2%

$87,400

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2017

$695

11%

$87,400

19%

2016

$628

6%

$73,200

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2015

$592

2%

$73,200

—

2013

$578

—

$73,200

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403 South Carolina Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 (MLS# 100576347) is a Duplex property with 2 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 403 South Carolina Avenue is currently listed for $525,000 and was received on May 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 403 South Carolina Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Carolina Beach? You can browse all Carolina Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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Bedrooms

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Location

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Community

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Financial Considerations

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