Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/13/2026
Listed
$645,000
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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.
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$645,000 Sale Pending
Property Description
Waterfront opportunity, priced to reflect its current condition, on one of the largest and most private homesites in this highly sought-after midtown neighborhood. Set on two full lots totaling 1.46 acres, the property offers mature trees, exceptional privacy, and frontage along a navigable tidal creek with direct access to the Cape Fear River ideal for kayaking and enjoying the natural beauty of the water. The home features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with a spacious and flexible floor plan, including formal living and dining rooms, a comfortable family room, a large bonus room with separate entrance (ideal for a home office, studio, or guest space), a generous kitchen with breakfast nook, two fireplaces, and a bright sunroom overlooking expansive creek and marsh views. This home offers a clear opportunity for renovation and personalization, allowing the next owner to design and update to their own vision. With its rare combination of waterfront, acreage, and privacy, the property presents strong long-term potential in an established community. Residents enjoy access to a nearby county park with walking trails, tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. If you've been searching for privacy, acreage, and true waterfront access with the ability to personalize and add value, this is a rare opportunity in an established community.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3906 Appleton Way
General
- Price: $645,000
- Taxes: $3,852 (2025)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100548186
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 123 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
- Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Electric Oven, Freezer, Washer, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Ice Maker, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Continuous Cleaning Oven, Cooktop, Electric Range
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Non Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation System
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, Attached, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Garage6
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Echo Farms
- Driving Directions: Main entrance to Echo Farms from George Anderson Drive, right at roundabout, left on Appleton Way, house will be on right.
School Information
- High School District: New Hanover
- Elementary School: Alderman
- Middle School: Williston
- High School: New Hanover
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Electric
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: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space2
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 3,472
- Year Built: 1980
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.46
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 63,554
- Lot Dimensions: 237 x 188 x 180 x 64 x 76 x 154 x 109
- Frontage: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Lot Features: Wooded, Navigable Water
- Zoning: R-15
- Fencing (Description): None
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $185.77
- Assessment Amount: $654,600
- Tax Amount: $3,852.34
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: Lot 166/165 Sec 4 Echo Farms
- Property ID: R07007-001-008-000
- Lot Number: 165/166
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Schools
Schools serving 3906 Appleton Way
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edwin A Alderman Elementary 2025 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC 28403 | K-5 | 3.1 mi |
Williston Middle 401 South 10th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 6-8 | 4.6 mi |
New Hanover High 1307 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 9-12 | 5 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 3906 Appleton Way
Tax History
Tax History for 3906 Appleton Way
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,184
15%
$541,100
70%
2024
$2,767
3%
$318,100
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2023
$2,688
-1%
$318,100
—
2021
$2,722
1%
$318,100
—
2022
$2,704
-1%
$318,100
6%
2021
$2,722
-14%
$298,800
—
2019
$3,148
—
$298,800
—
2018
$3,148
—
$298,800
—
2017
$3,148
7%
$298,800
13%
2016
$2,934
5%
$264,800
—
2015
$2,804
5%
$264,800
—
2013
$2,659
—
$264,800
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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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3906 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC 28412 (MLS# 100548186) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 3906 Appleton Way is currently listed for $645,000 and was received on January 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 3906 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.