Discover the charm of this beautifully maintained 1940 Carolina Place bungalow, offering 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths in one of Wilmington's most beloved historic neighborhoods. Perfectly positioned for walkability and convenience, this home is just minutes from Wilmington's best restaurants, local bars, breweries and distilleries, boutique shopping, scenic parks, and all downtown amenities.
Step onto the timeless front porch—ideal for morning coffee, relaxing with neighbors, or simply enjoying the classic Southern ambiance. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting layout filled with character, while outside offers rare off-street parking and a detached garage, perfect for a workshop, studio, storage.
Homes like this rarely come available in Carolina Place Wilmington, NC. Come experience the charm, convenience, and lifestyle this sweet bungalow has to offer.
For sale
$385,000
2220 Gibson Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403
2beds
890sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1943
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$364,900 Zestimate®
$433/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 4 days |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 10, 2025 at 01:59pm
Listed by:
Donna Waller 919-369-2407,
Corcoran HM Properties
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100544861
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 121 x 158
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 121 x 1010
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 1011 x 131
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 1011 x 119
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 1011 x 109
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Features
- Master Downstairs, Blinds/Shades
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Basement: None
- Attic: Access Only
Interior area
- Total structure area: 890
- Total interior livable area: 890 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 5,662.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33 x 155
- Features: Open Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: R05407037002000
- Zoning: R-5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1943
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Green verification: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Carolina Place
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Picnic Area, See Remarks
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $433/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $315,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,853
- Date on market: 12/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$364,900
$347,000 - $383,000
$1,507/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $385,000+24.2%$433/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100544861 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2022 | Sold | $310,000-2.5%$348/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100304498 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2022 | Pending sale | $317,900$357/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100304498 Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2021 | Listed for sale | $317,900+76.7%$357/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100304498 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2016 | Listing removed | $179,900$202/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100000528 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,352 +3% | $155,400 |
| 2023 | $1,313 -0.6% | $155,400 |
| 2022 | $1,321 -0.7% | $155,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,174/mo
Principal & interest
$1866
Property taxes
$173
Home insurance
$135
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Carolina Place/Ardmore
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Forest Hills ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Williston MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10New Hanover HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Forest Hills
- Middle: Williston
- High: Hoggard
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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