A rare renovation opportunity in downtown Wilmington is now available, complete with approved zoning for an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU). This spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath home, situated on the Northside of Downtown Wilmington, offers a prime chance for renovation and investment. Although the property requires updates, it holds significant potential for added value and future use with the right vision. Its convenient location places it close to popular restaurants, shops, Live Oak Park, and various entertainment options. Enjoy the best of Wilmington with a short drive to the scenic Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Whether seeking an investment project, a renovation opportunity, or a property in a highly sought-after area, this home is poised for its next chapter. Bring your vision and make this Downtown Wilmington property your own.
For sale
$224,900
207 N 12th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
3beds
1,043sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
6,599 Square Feet Lot
$126,800 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Basil Williams 910-319-9383,
Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100596179
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: None
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Attic: Access Only
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,043
- Total interior livable area: 1,043 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
- Fencing: Chain Link,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 6,599 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 164
- Features: Interior Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: R04818004012000
- Zoning: R-5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Combination, Brick/Mortar, Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1919
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None, See Remarks
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $116,700
- Annual tax amount: $686
- Date on market: 8/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$126,800
Estimated sales range
$100,000 - $167,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,902/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $224,900+274.8%$216/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/22/2026 | Sold | $60,000$58/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $687 -53.5% | $116,700 -31.2% |
| 2024 | $1,476 +3% | $169,700 |
| 2023 | $1,434 -0.6% | $169,700 |
| 2022 | $1,442 -0.7% | $169,700 |
| 2021 | $1,452 +110.5% | $169,700 +159.1% |
| 2020 | $690 | $65,500 |
| 2019 | $690 | $65,500 |
| 2018 | $690 | $65,500 |
| 2017 | $690 -12.4% | $65,500 -7.9% |
| 2016 | $788 +4.6% | $71,100 |
| 2015 | $753 +4.4% | $71,100 |
| 2014 | $721 | $71,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $71,100 -30.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $102,500 +10% |
| 2011 | -- | $93,184 |
| 2010 | -- | $93,184 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $56,329 |
| 2004 | -- | $56,329 |
| 2003 | -- | $56,329 |
| 2002 | -- | $56,329 |
| 2001 | -- | $56,329 |
| 2000 | -- | $56,329 |
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Neighborhood: Northside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Annie H Snipes ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Williston MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10New Hanover HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Snipes
- Middle: Williston
- High: New Hanover
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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