Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2026
Listed
$799,900
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MLS
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$799,900
Property Description
Charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Victorian style home located in the heart of Carolina Beach, offering an incredible opportunity to create your dream coastal retreat. Perfectly situated within walking distance to Carolina Beach Elementary, the Carolina Beach Lake, the iconic boardwalk, and the pristine beaches of Pleasure Island, this property delivers both convenience and lifestyle. Set on a rare 12,000+ square foot corner lot--one of the largest on the island--this home is a true standout with endless potential. A detached shed with power provides the ideal space for storing beach gear, fishing equipment, and lawn tools. This fixer-upper is a unique investment opportunity for those looking to renovate and transform a classic Victorian into one of the premier homes in the area. Whether you're an investor, contractor, or purchaser with vision, properties with this size, location, and potential are hard to come by! Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Carolina Beach with room to grow and customize!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 701 Fifth Street S
General
- Price: $799,900
- Taxes: $5,130 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100570948
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 15 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Blinds/Shades
- Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: None
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Front Porch
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, Concrete, Garage6
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
- Driving Directions: Highway 421 to S. Lake Park Blvd. Go past the lake. right on Spartanburg, right on Fifth. House on corner of Fifth St. and Birmingham.
School Information
- High School District: New Hanover
- Elementary School: Carolina Beach
- Middle School: Murray
- High School: Ashley
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)2, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: County Sewer, City/Town
- Water: County Water
- Utility Description: Underground Utilities, Water Connected, Cable High Speed, Fixed Wireless High Speed
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: STV
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 2,000
- Year Built: 1990
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Gazebo
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,197
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 125 x 100 x 125
- Frontage: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Asphalt2
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Zoning: R-3
- Fencing (Description): None
Green Features
- Building Certification: None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $399.95
- Assessment Amount: $1,145,900
- Tax Amount: $5,130.2
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: Lts 12/13 Blk 85 Carolina Beach
- Property ID: R09009-006-003-002
- Lot Number: 12/13
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Schools
Schools serving 701 Fifth Street S
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Carolina Beach Elementary 400 South 4th Street, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Charles P Murray Middle 655 Halyburton Memorial Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28412 | 6-8 | 4.8 mi |
Eugene Ashley High 555 Halyburton Memorial Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28412 | 9-12 | 5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 701 Fifth Street S
Tax History
Tax History for 701 Fifth Street S
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,130
33%
$1,145,900
104%
2024
$3,850
3%
$562,100
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2023
$3,738
-4%
$562,100
—
2021
$3,878
100%
$562,100
—
2022
-100%
$562,100
59%
2021
$3,878
40%
$354,500
—
2018
$2,765
-3%
$354,500
—
2019
$2,836
1%
$354,500
—
2017
$2,818
12%
$354,500
21%
2016
$2,505
6%
$292,000
—
2015
$2,362
3%
$292,000
—
2013
$2,304
—
$292,000
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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701 Fifth Street S, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 (MLS# 100570948) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 701 Fifth Street S is currently listed for $799,900 and was received on May 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 701 Fifth Street S? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family 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.