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Wilmington, NC 28401 505 S 5th Avenue

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Presented By: Louisa D Murray with Wit Realty LLC.
  • MLS# 100573538
  • 05/13/2026
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  • Beds • 4
  • Full/Half Baths • 2 / 1
  • SQFT • 1,824

Home Details

*Back on Market - Buyer Financing issue** This Beautiful Duplex in the Historical District has been renovated from Stem to Stern! All NEW: Historic Preservation-approved Windows & Siding, structural repair where needed, Exterior & Interior Paint, Complete Electrical rewire, plus additional Insulation. Newer Roof (2024) and One of the HVAC units (2024). The Red Oak Hardwoods have been brought back to their glory... Gorgeous Custom cabinetry and quartz countertops in the kitchens and baths for both Units. Other esthetic details include Designer tile, custom crown and trim work and glass door knobs. A 1/2 bath was added in the downstairs unit. You will find 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths in the downstairs unit and 2 bedrooms + office and 1 bathroom in the upstairs unit. Utilities have been separated (2 meters for both water and electric) to help provide great income potential whether renting both units or living in one and renting out the other. There are spacious and private back decks on both levels and a large back yard for off street parking and outside enjoyment. A termite bond is in place for peace of mind. This charmer is only one block from the fabulous Castle Street District and a short stroll to the Cape Fear River. Come check out this gem!
Presented By: Louisa D Murray with Wit Realty LLC.

Interior Features for 505 S 5th Avenue

Bedrooms

Master Bed LevelPrimary Living Area
Total Bedrooms4

Bathrooms

Half Baths1
Total Baths3

Other Interior Features

SmokingYNNo
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
Attic FeaturesAccess Only
BasementNone
Basement (Y/N)No
Fireplace Y/NNo
FlooringHardwood
Furnished Y/NUnfurnished
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesMaster Downstairs, High Ceilings, Solid Surface, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
Laundry FeaturesDryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Living Area Range1800 - 1999
Total Stories2
Unit Type4 Bedroom Or More
Water HeaterElectric

Other Rooms

Entry Level1
Room TypeBedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Area, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Living Room, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Office, Loft

General for 505 S 5th Avenue

AppliancesVented Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Convection Oven
Architectural StyleHistoric District
Attached Garage No
Carport Spaces0.0
Carport Y/NNo
CityWilmington
Construction MaterialsWood Siding, Wood Frame
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Multi Units
CountyNew Hanover
DirectionsHead West on Market, left on 5th Ave. House is on the left.
Elementary SchoolForest Hills
Full Baths2
Garage Y/NNo
HOANo
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump
High SchoolNew Hanover
High School DistrictNew Hanover
Home Warranty Y/NNo
In City Limits? (Y/N)Yes
IslandOrMainlandMainland
Land Lease Y/NNo
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionPT MW END 2 BLK 91
LevelsTwo
Living Area1824.0
Living Area UnitsSquare Feet
Lot Size Square Feet3286.0
Lot Size UnitsAcres
Middle/Junior High SchoolWilliston
New ConstructionNo
Operating Expense0.0
Parcel NumberR05405-036-013-000
Patio/Porch FeaturesCovered, Deck, Balcony, Front Porch, Rear Porch
PossessionClose Of Escrow, At Closing
Property Attached Y/NNo
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
RoofArchitectural Shingle
Standard StatusActive Under Contract
StatusPending with Showings
Structure TypeDuplex, Wood Frame, Stick Built
Subdivision NameHistoric District
Tax Assessed Value445300
Tax Year2025
Taxes$2,621
Total Rooms10
UtilitiesSewer Connected, Water Connected
ViewSee Remarks
Waterfront FeaturesNone
Year Built1903
ZoningHD-R

Exterior for 505 S 5th Avenue

Building Area Total1824.0
Crops Included Y/NNo
Exterior AmenitiesDP50 Windows
Exterior FinishWood Siding
FencingNone
Foundation DetailsCrawl Space
Frontage TypeSee Remarks
Horse Y/NNo
Lot Dimensions106x31
Lot FeaturesLevel
Lot Size Acres0.08
Lot Size Area0.08
Parking FeaturesOff Street
Road Frontage TypeCity Street, State Road
SpaNo
Total Parking0.0
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools

High School New Hanover High School
Elementary School Forest Hills Elementary School
Middle School Williston Middle School

Beverly Faircloth

Broker ABR, CRS, GRI, RRS
Price $624,499
MLS#100573538
List Date 05/13/2026
Property Type Contingent
Phone 910.512.7355
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