Now Priced $64K BELOW TAX VALUE!!
This charming circa-1912 cottage is tucked beneath the protective canopy of a 100 year old live oak tree, yet elevated enough to offer a true treehouse feel! This house was taken down to the studs and completely restored in 2006 by Wilmington's own, Steve Bakunas and his partner, the late, acclaimed actor, Linda Lavin.
Zoned UMX, Urban Mixed Use), the property offers flexible live/work options (see documents).
Recent improvements include newer HVAC (2023) and hot water heater (2024) The kitchen features a gas stove and the fully fenced back yard, provides privacy and usability, Crawlspace has been encapsulated and a de-humidifier installed (2025). Many items on prior inspection report have been addressed.
The property also boasts a strong rental history.
Ideally located near the vibrant South Front District and Greenfield Lake attractions, this downtown gem includes off-street parking with alley access--an increasingly rare feature. The home is being sold partially furnished. Broker is owner. Seller will consider owner financing with acceptable terms. Property is being sold in it's current condition.
For sale
Price increase: $3.5K (1/21)
$367,530
1120 S 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
2beds
1,229sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
3,049.2 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$299/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 198 days |
- 1,021 |
- 64 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 11, 2026 at 07:32am
Listed by:
Grace Hodgkins 910-352-6256,
Sold Buy the Sea Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100509231
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: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Living Room, Bonus Room
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bonus room
- Description: Front Hall with laundry closet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 27 x 14
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- High Ceilings, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,229
- Total interior livable area: 1,229 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Privacy,Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 3,049.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: .12
Details
- Parcel number: R05413018015000
- Zoning: UMX
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Block, Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Lighting
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Park, Playground, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $299/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $434,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,554
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 198 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Lease Purchase,VA Loan,Private Financing Available
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,516/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $367,531$299/sqft |
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| 2/28/2026 | Contingent | $367,531$299/sqft |
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| 1/21/2026 | Price change | $367,531+1%$299/sqft |
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| 11/24/2025 | Price change | $364,000-1.1%$296/sqft |
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| 11/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $368,000$299/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Contingent | $368,000$299/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $368,000-2.9%$299/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $379,000-2.6%$308/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Contingent | $389,000$317/sqft |
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| 6/19/2025 | Price change | $389,000-2.5%$317/sqft |
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| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,000+177.1%$325/sqft |
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| 2/25/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/28/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,200+12.8%$2/sqft |
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| 2/12/2020 | Listing removed | $1,950$2/sqft |
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| 12/18/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,950+8.3%$2/sqft |
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| 3/1/2018 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
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| 9/25/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
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| 8/7/2017 | Sold | $144,000+6.7%$117/sqft |
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| 7/10/2017 | Pending sale | $135,000$110/sqft |
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| 7/3/2017 | Listed for sale | $135,000+93.1%$110/sqft |
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| 6/16/2016 | Sold | $69,900$57/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100012725 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2016 | Pending sale | $69,900$57/sqft |
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| 5/11/2016 | Listed for sale | $69,900$57/sqft |
Source: Ludwig Realty, Inc. #100012049 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,156 +98.6% | $366,400 +193.6% |
| 2024 | $1,086 +3% | $124,800 |
| 2023 | $1,055 -0.6% | $124,800 |
| 2022 | $1,061 -0.7% | $124,800 |
| 2021 | $1,068 +31.2% | $124,800 +61.4% |
| 2020 | $814 | $77,300 |
| 2019 | $814 +33.3% | $77,300 |
| 2018 | $611 -25% | $77,300 |
| 2017 | $814 -38.6% | $77,300 -35.4% |
| 2016 | $1,326 +4.6% | $119,700 |
| 2015 | $1,268 +4.4% | $119,700 |
| 2014 | $1,214 | $119,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $119,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $119,700 +6.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $112,432 |
| 2010 | -- | $112,432 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $38,137 -42.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $66,316 +68.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $39,438 |
| 2002 | -- | $39,438 |
| 2001 | -- | $39,438 +8.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $36,286 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,898/mo
Principal & interest
$1748
Property taxes
$150
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Dry Pond/Lake Forest
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Annie H Snipes ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Williston MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10New Hanover HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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