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Property Description
The one you've been waiting for! Located in the heart of Wilmington's vibrant Cargo District, this fully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath bungalow offers something incredibly rare--rear access to a beautifully designed herringbone brick parking pad with space for up to three vehicles and UMX zoning, providing exceptional convenience, flexibility, and future investment potential. Blending historic charm with modern updates, this move-in-ready home is perfectly positioned in one of Downtown Wilmington's most walkable and desirable neighborhoods. Leave the car behind and enjoy an unmatched lifestyle just steps from Olivero, Wilmington's nationally acclaimed award-winning Italian restaurant, along with Blue Cup Roastery, CheeseSmith, The Starling, Alcove Beer Garden, Fermental, End of Days Distillery, Cargocade, Azalea Station, Burning Pages Bookstore, Seoul Sushi & Korean BBQ, The Plant Outpost, 910 Training, Coworx, and countless other local restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, boutiques, and entertainment venues. Inside, every detail has been thoughtfully updated while preserving the home's timeless character. Both bedrooms feature private en-suite bathrooms, while the spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet--a rare luxury for a home of this era. The inviting front porch with its classic porch swing is the perfect place to unwind, while the private rear deck creates an ideal setting for entertaining family and friends. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, second home, or investment opportunity, this home checks every box with its modern renovations, historic charm, unbeatable walkability, rare off-street parking for three vehicles, and flexible UMX zoning. Opportunities like this in the Cargo District are exceptionally rare--don't miss your chance to own one of Downtown Wilmington's most unique homes.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1603 Castle St
General
- Sold For: $376,000
- Taxes: $1,760 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100584941
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Solid Surface, Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Porch
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Attached, On Site, Paved, Parking Pad
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
- Driving Directions: Market St. to turn left onto 16th St. left on Castle St.
School Information
- High School District: New Hanover
- Elementary School: Forest Hills
- Middle School: Williston
- High School: Hoggard
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Asbestos, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Metal
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 1,100
- Year Built: 1926
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,049
- Lot Dimensions: 33 x 100 x 33 x 100
- Frontage: Alley, City Street, State Road
- Zoning: UMX
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $345.36
- Assessment Amount: $299,200
- Tax Amount: $1,760.79
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: PT W 5-6 BLK 509 WILM
- Property ID: R05407-029-006-000
Listed by HAVEN Realty Co., Colby B Saucier
Sold by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, Sarah P Nelms
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Schools
Schools serving 1603 Castle St
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Annie H Snipes Elementary 2150 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28405 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Williston Middle 401 South 10th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
New Hanover High 1307 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
John T Hoggard High 4305 Shipyard Boulevard, Wilmington, NC 28403 | 9-12 | 2.8 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 1603 Castle St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/11/2026
Sold
$376,000
-1.03%
MLS
6/27/2026
Listed
$379,900
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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.
1603 Castle Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 (MLS# 100584941) is a Single Family property that was sold at $376,000 on August 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 1603 Castle 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.

