Welcome to River Oaks, where comfort, convenience, and coastal living come together! Set on a full acre corner lot in one of the area's most established neighborhoods, this beautifully maintained home offers a spacious and inviting floor plan designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Filled with natural light, the open living spaces flow seamlessly into the well-appointed kitchen, creating the perfect gathering place.
The generous primary suite provides a relaxing retreat, while the additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. Step outside to enjoy your private backyard -- with a full acre to work with, there's room to spread out, garden, add a workshop, or simply enjoy the space and privacy that's so hard to find. Ideal for morning coffee, weekend cookouts, or unwinding after a long day.
River Oaks is a beautiful, mature community with tree-lined streets, generous lot sizes, and the kind of character that only comes with time. The location is hard to beat -- just minutes from shopping, dining, medical facilities, and downtown Wilmington, with Carolina Beach and the coast only a short drive away for spontaneous beach days, boating, and sunset dinners on the water.
Whether you're looking for your first home, a place to grow, or your next chapter, this property offers the lifestyle you've been searching for. Don't miss the opportunity to make 137 River Oaks Drive your new home!
For sale
$699,000
137 River Oaks Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412
4beds
3,412sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
1.01 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Filled with natural lightFull acre corner lotGenerous lot sizesSpace and privacy
- 3 days |
- 333 |
- 17 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tidal Realty Partners 910-372-6720,
REAL Broker LLC,
Matthew Kane 910-742-0554,
REAL Broker LLC
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100595885
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Nook, Other, Master Bedroom, Office, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 21
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 21
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 21
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 33 x 13
Breakfast nook
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 26 x 17
Office
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Other
- Description: Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 6 x 10
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,412
- Total interior livable area: 3,412 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 1.01 Acres
- Dimensions: 197 x 303 x 190 x 35 x 151
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: R08120002030000
- Zoning: R-15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: River Oaks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Boat Dock
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $205/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $679,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,573
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,517/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000-5.5%$205/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100595885 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2026 | Listing removed | $740,000$217/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100567955 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $740,000+74.1%$217/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100567955 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2026 | Listing removed | $3,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2025 | Listing removed | $3,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2025 | Listing removed | $3,200$1/sqft |
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| 5/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,200-23.8%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Listing removed | $4,200$1/sqft |
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| 4/23/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,200+82.6%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2020 | Listing removed | $2,300$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,300$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2019 | Listing removed | $2,300$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,300$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2006 | Sold | $425,000+18.1%$125/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #30370627 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2006 | Sold | $360,000$106/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,647 +4.3% | $679,900 +44.2% |
| 2024 | $2,537 +0.2% | $471,500 |
| 2023 | $2,531 -0.9% | $471,500 |
| 2022 | $2,555 -1.5% | $471,500 |
| 2021 | $2,593 +11.7% | $471,500 +28.5% |
| 2020 | $2,321 | $367,000 |
| 2019 | $2,321 | $367,000 |
| 2018 | $2,321 | $367,000 |
| 2017 | $2,321 +1.2% | $367,000 +10.9% |
| 2016 | $2,294 +7.6% | $331,000 |
| 2015 | $2,132 +1.7% | $331,000 |
| 2014 | $2,095 | $331,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $331,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $331,000 -17.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $400,454 |
| 2010 | -- | $400,454 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $227,593 |
| 2004 | -- | $227,593 |
| 2003 | -- | $227,593 |
| 2002 | -- | $227,593 |
| 2001 | -- | $227,593 |
| 2000 | -- | $227,593 |
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Monthly payment
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Neighborhood: 28412
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Edwin A. Anderson ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Charles P Murray MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Eugene Ashley HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Anderson
- Middle: Murray
- High: Ashley
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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