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$450,000
Property Description
Unlock the potential of this spacious 3,200+ sq ft home tucked away in the established Echo Farms community of Wilmington, NC, perfectly situated on Barnards Creek. This is a rare chance for the investor, flipper, or vision-driven homeowner looking for their next value-add project in a sought-after location. Offering 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this home boasts a generous footprint that's ideal for reimagining layouts, modernizing finishes, or executing a full renovation to maximize resale or rental potential. The size alone opens the door to endless possibilities-create a stunning primary suite, add flexible living spaces, or design the open-concept floor plan today's buyers crave. Set on a creekside lot, the property enjoys a peaceful, natural backdrop that's increasingly hard to find. Whether you envision outdoor living spaces, a dock, or simply capitalizing on the water-adjacent setting, Barnards Creek adds a unique lifestyle and resale appeal. No HOA means more freedom and fewer restrictions-an attractive bonus for investors and homeowners alike. Echo Farms is known for its mature landscaping, convenient access to shopping, dining, golf, and major roadways, and proximity to Wilmington's historic downtown and beaches. This is truly a diamond in the rough-priced and positioned for those who recognize opportunity. With the right updates, this home has the potential to shine as a high-end resale, long-term rental, or personalized dream home in one of Wilmington's most desirable areas. Bring your contractor, your creativity, and your vision. Opportunities like this-large square footage, creekfront setting, no HOA, and prime location-don't come along often. Sold as-is. Serious potential for serious returns.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3806 Appleton Way
General
- Sold For: $450,000
- Taxes: $3,050 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100550310
- Added to Site: 114 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom: Non Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Garage
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Off Street, Paved
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Echo Farms
- Driving Directions: From downtown Wilmington follow US 421 south towards Monkey Junction. Turn Right into Echo Farms on Echo Farms Blvd. take the first right out of the traffic circle and follow along Echo Farms Blvd. Turn Left onto Appleton Way, the home will be on the Right.
School Information
- High School District: New Hanover
- Elementary School: Alderman
- Middle School: Williston
- High School: New Hanover
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Wood Frame
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Shingle, Composition
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Square Feet: 3,222
- Year Built: 1977
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.36
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,725
- Lot Dimensions: irregular
- Frontage: City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Lot Features: Stream
- Zoning: R-15
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Wood
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $139.66
- Assessment Amount: $518,400
- Tax Amount: $3,050.78
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: LOT 2A ECHO FARMS
- Property ID: R07007-001-011-000
Listed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB, Kim L Pittman and Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB, Rouse & Jones Property Group
Sold by Network Real Estate, Julia E Johnson
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Schools
Schools serving 3806 Appleton Way
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edwin A Alderman Elementary 2025 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC 28403 | K-5 | 3 mi |
Williston Middle 401 South 10th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 6-8 | 4.5 mi |
New Hanover High 1307 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 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 3806 Appleton Way
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/05/2026
Sold
$450,000
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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.
3806 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC 28412 (MLS# 100550310) is a Single Family property that was sold at $450,000 on March 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 3806 Appleton Way? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Chestnut Heights - Princess Place? You can browse all Chestnut Heights - Princess Place real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
