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Property Description
Welcome to Lincoln Forest, one of Wilmington's established, beautiful and conveniently located neighborhoods with no HOA! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick home sits on a spacious .40-acre lot and offers a wonderful opportunity for a primary residence or investment property. The location is hard to beat, with easy access to so many of Wilmington's shopping, dining, schools, and everyday conveniences. The neighborhood's abundant sidewalks make it easy to get outside and even walk to many nearby destinations. Several important updates have already been taken care of, including a roof replaced in 2019, HVAC replaced in 2017, newer windows, and a tankless natural gas water heater. The home also features natural gas heat, with the potential to add additional gas appliances or gas logs to the fireplace. The home is comfortable and very livable as it is, while also offering plenty of opportunity for a new owner to make updates and personalize it over time. The seller recognizes that some updating may be desired and has priced the home accordingly, making this a great opportunity to get into a sought-after Wilmington neighborhood and add your own style and improvements. Whether you're looking for a primary residence or rental property, this home offers great potential, a generous lot, and a fantastic location. Current school assignments include Alderman Elementary, Roland-Grise Middle, and Hoggard High School.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3851 Sylvan Dr
General
- Price: $400,000
- Taxes: $2,168 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100597798
- Updated: 9/17/2026
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
- Fireplace: Yes
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Range
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Sidewalks
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, On Site, Garage
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Lincoln Forest
- Driving Directions: Oleander to Lincoln Road. Right onto Sylvan Drive.
School Information
- High School District: New Hanover
- Elementary School: Alderman
- Middle School: Roland Grise
- High School: Hoggard
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Gas Pack, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 1,620
- Year Built: 1957
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 17,424
- Lot Dimensions: 99 x 180 x 98 x 180
- Frontage: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Zoning: R-15
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $246.91
- Assessment Amount: $368,400
- Tax Amount: $2,168.03
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: Lot 13 Sec A
- Property ID: R06105-002-011-000
Listed by Masonboro Realty, Inc., Lori S Speight
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Schools
Schools serving 3851 Sylvan Dr
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edwin A Alderman Elementary 2025 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC 28403 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Roland-Grise Middle School 4412 Lake Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
John T Hoggard High 4305 Shipyard Boulevard, Wilmington, NC 28403 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 3851 Sylvan Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/20/2026
Listed
$400,000
166.67%
MLS
4/04/2013
Sold
$150,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 3851 Sylvan Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
100%
$368,400
62%
2024
-100%
$226,800
—
2021
$1,941
100%
$226,800
—
2022
-100%
$226,800
19%
2021
$1,941
-3%
$190,000
—
2017
$2,001
16%
$190,000
22%
2016
$1,728
-14%
$156,000
-18%
2019
$2,001
21%
$190,000
22%
2015
$1,652
4%
$156,000
—
2014
$1,582
1%
$156,000
—
2013
$1,566
—
$156,000
—
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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3851 Sylvan Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403 (MLS# 100597798) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 3851 Sylvan Drive is currently listed for $400,000 and was received on August 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 3851 Sylvan Drive? 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.

