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Property Description
Now Priced $74K BELOW TAX VALUE!! This charming circa-1912 cottage is tucked beneath the protective canopy of a 100 year old live oak tree, yet elevated enough to offer a true treehouse feel! This house was taken down to the studs and completely restored in 2006 by Wilmington's own, Steve Bakunas and his partner, the late, acclaimed actor, Linda Lavin. Zoned UMX, Urban Mixed Use), the property offers flexible live/work options (see documents). Recent improvements include newer HVAC (2023) and hot water heater (2024) The kitchen features a gas stove and the fully fenced back yard, provides privacy and usability, Crawlspace has been encapsulated and a de-humidifier installed (2025). Many items on prior inspection report have been addressed. The property also boasts a strong rental history. House in same block has rented for $3K/month, so it will cash flow. Ideally located near the vibrant South Front District and Greenfield Lake attractions, this downtown gem includes off-street parking with alley access--an increasingly rare feature. The home is being sold partially furnished. Broker is owner. Seller will consider owner financing with acceptable terms. Property is being sold in it's current condition.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1120 S 3rd St
General
- Sold For: $350,000
- Taxes: $2,554 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100509231
- Added to Site: 111 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Blinds/Shades
- Appliances: Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
- Furnishings: Negotiable
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Park, Playground, Sidewalks
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Open, Deck, Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Concrete, Off Street
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
- Driving Directions: West (toward River) on Market Street, make left onto 3rd Street and make right onto Marstellar. First right onto Roderick Alley and house will be the 1st driveway to the right (beside Axes and Allies). Please use back door only.
School Information
- High School District: New Hanover
- Elementary School: Snipes
- Middle School: Williston
- High School: New Hanover
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Historic District
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,229
- Year Built: 1912
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,136
- Lot Dimensions: .12
- Frontage: Alley, City Street, State Road
- Zoning: UMX
- Fencing (Description): Privacy, Back Yard, Wood
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Lighting, LED Lighting
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $292.84
- Assessment Amount: $434,000
- Tax Amount: $2,554
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Lease Purchase, VA Loan, Lease w/Purch. Opt., Seller Financing
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: SE 4 Blk 4 Wilm
- Property ID: R05413-018-015-000
Listed by Sold Buy the Sea Realty, Grace Hodgkins
Sold by eXp Realty, Demetria L Padgett
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Schools
Schools serving 1120 S 3rd St
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Annie H Snipes Elementary 2150 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28405 | K-5 | 1.9 mi |
Williston Middle 401 South 10th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
New Hanover High 1307 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 1120 S 3rd St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/29/2026
Sold
$350,000
-2.75%
MLS
3/11/2026
Listed
$359,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1120 S 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 (MLS# 100509231) is a Single Family property that was sold at $350,000 on May 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 1120 S 3rd Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wilmington? You can browse all Wilmington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

