Location, Location, Location. Check out this top to bottom renovated home in Wilmington's Nationally recognized historic district. Situated on the corner of Church Street and Fifth Ave., in the heart of the downtown area and walking distance to the award-winning restaurants in Wilmington!
The provenance for this home is amazing as it was originally constructed in 1875 and has been lovingly restored to its former glory.
Adhering to the strict renovation standards of the Wilmington Historical Comm,, this home has been approved and placarded as an official historic home.
The first features everyone notices is the wraparound, covered porch with period tongue and groove hardwoods. Imagine easy NC mornings sipping your coffee on this expansive patio!
Next you will notice the expansive garden ringing the home with native NC plants and shrubs. The details used in this restoration will amaze you. The new brickwork on the exterior is a replica of what was originally used on the home. In addition, the original front door has been refinished and put back in place as well along with the original fireplace mantel in the master bedroom. The star of the restoration may be the original claw foot tub which has been reglazed and used in the second bathroom.
Contrasting the exterior period restoration, the inside is a modern wonder perfect for entertaining with an open concept floor plan and featuring soaring ceilings in the living room and a wonderful chef's kitchen. Abundant with natural light, and offering plenty of privacy, the living room also features an electric fireplace for those cooler nights. Loaded with features like hardwood floors throughout, quartz countertops, new cabinets, new windows, new HVAC and a new hot water tank this home will be maintenance free for years to come.
A rare bonus in the historic district, this home includes off street parking for two cars! This home is a must see in person.
See attachment for full restoration details!
Sold for $675,000 on 07/11/25
$675,000
420 Church Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
3beds
1,580sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$675,400 Zestimate®
$427/sqft
$1,686 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 14, 2025 at 07:58am
Listed by:
Brian Bursell 910-777-5315,
BlueCoast Realty Corporation
Bought with:
Vance B Young, 245851
Intracoastal Realty Corp
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100509736

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 259.2
- Dimensions: 14.40 x 18.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 157.68
- Dimensions: 10.80 x 14.60
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 113
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 11.30
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 9.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 262.5
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 17.50
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher
Features
- Solid Surface, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,580
- Total interior livable area: 1,580 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Aggregate, Off Street, On Site
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Wrap Around
- Fencing: Partial,Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Dimensions: 70.3 x 65.7
- Features: Level, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: R05405035002000
- Zoning: HD-R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District,Historic Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- See Remarks, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Lighting
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Historic District
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Services availability
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