Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/10/2026
Sold
$975,000
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MLS
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$975,000
Property Description
Reimagined from its 1903 bones, this 122-year-old duplex captures the spirit of historic Wilmington while offering flexible living in the heart of the Historic District. Just minutes from the Riverwalk, top dining, entertainment, and scenic waterfront views, it's perfectly positioned for those who value walkability and opportunity: live in one unit and rent the other, rent out both, or enjoy the entire home as a spacious single residence. Each unit offers grand living and dining spaces, three bedrooms, and two tiled baths. Original hardwoods run throughout, complemented by 9-foot ceilings, crown molding, and rich paint tones. Ten fireplaces throughout the home anchor each space with historic character, while glimpses of exposed brick reveal the craftsmanship beneath. An unfinished basement adds another layer of intrigue to the property, offering potential to be finished for additional living, storage, or a shared entertainment space for both units. Generous porches, low-maintenance landscaping, and a permanently staired attic complete the layout's thoughtful flow. After decades without residents, this home stands ready to begin its next chapter, inviting new life, new stories, and a renewed presence in one of Wilmington's most storied neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 223 S 5th Ave
General
- Sold For: $975,000
- Taxes: (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Duplex
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100537963
- Added to Site: 165 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, High Ceilings, Wash/Dry Connect, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower
- Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher, Tankless Water Heater
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Porch, Balcony
Parking
- Parking Features: Asphalt, On Street
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Historic District
- Driving Directions: Heading West on Oleander Drive, take a slight left turn onto Wooster Street. Turn right onto S 5th Avenue. Home will be on the right.
School Information
- Elementary School: Snipes
- Middle School: Williston
- High School: New Hanover
Community
- Units Assoc/Comm: 2
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
- Water: Public, Public2
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame
- Construction: Brick, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: Dirt Floor, Unfinished
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 3,548
- Year Built: 1903
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,910
- Lot Dimensions: 35.5 x 82
- Frontage: City Street, State Road
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Zoning: HD-R
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $295.94
- Assessment Amount: $143,800
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: SW PT 6 BLK 130
- Property ID: R05405-013-006-000
Listed by Prosper Real Estate, Reidi Troy
Sold by Century 21 Vanguard, Jeff Lesley
Listing agent
— 223 S 5th Ave —
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Schools
Schools serving 223 S 5th Ave
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Annie H Snipes Elementary 2150 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28405 | K-5 | 1.4 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 | 0.7 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 223 S 5th Ave
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