$2,000,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,553 sq ft
2 W Henderson Street
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480
Listed by Intracoastal Realty Corporation
About this home
If you've ever walked The Loop on Wrightsville Beach, you already know this cottage. Perched on its iconic corner lot, 2 W Henderson Street is one of those properties that makes people slow down, look twice, and wonder what it would be like to call it home. Known locally as ''Sand Crab Cottage,'' this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom coastal retreat has a presence that few beach properties can claim. The generous front porch practically commands you to sit down, breathe in the salt air, and let the island do what it does best. Inside, a vaulted great room with exposed ceiling beams sets a tone that is at once relaxed and refined. A large communal dining table anchors the space, flanked by comfortable seating and cheerful coastal details that give the home a warmth no staging could replicate. The main level features two king bedrooms sharing a full bath with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Upstairs, a flexible guest room with two queen beds and its own full bath offers space for family, friends, or future rental guests. The kitchen is built for real cooking: gas range, generous prep space, and seamless flow to a shaded outdoor dining area made for long summer evenings. And then there's the location. A short walk to the beach. A short walk to Johnny Mercer's Pier. An easy stroll to shops and restaurants. Head to the far west end of Henderson Street and you'll find a landing with direct access to Banks Channel. The beloved Little Free Library on the corner has become a neighborhood landmark in its own right. This is not just a house on Wrightsville Beach. This is the one people remember.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1971
- Lot
- 0.09 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- County
- New Hanover
- MLS #
- 100568758
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- High Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Blinds/Shades
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Carpet
- Tile
- Gas Cooktop
- Built-In Electric Oven
- Refrigerator
- Range
Outside
- Corner Lot
- Landscaped
Parking
- On Site
- Paved
Heating & cooling
- Propane
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- Wrightsville Beach
- Middle
- Noble
- High
- Hoggard
As listed in the MLS (New Hanover). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
Monthly payment estimate
$11,915/mo
- Principal & interest (30-yr fixed)$11,915
Estimate only. Rate is the national 30-year average (6.95% as of Sep 17, 2026, Freddie Mac); your rate depends on your lender. Homeowners and flood insurance aren't included — on the coast they vary a lot by house, so get a quote early.
Recent sales like this nearby
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 W Greensboro Street, Wrightsville Beach | Aug 20, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,541 | $2,005,000 | $1301 |
| 505 N Channel Drive, Wrightsville Beach | May 7, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,454 | $1,800,000 | $1238 |
| 14 Palmetto Drive, Wrightsville Beach | Apr 2, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,500 | $1,900,000 | $1267 |
| 209 Channel Drive N, Wrightsville Beach | Aug 24, 2026 | 3 / 1 | 1,516 | $1,600,000 | $1055 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 6 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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About 2 W Henderson Street
2 W Henderson Street is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,553 square feet, built in 1971, Wrightsville Beach, New Hanover County, NC 28480.
At $2,000,000, it's 8% above the median asking price ($1,850,000) of the 15 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Wrightsville Beach today.
That's about $1288 per square foot, compared with a Wrightsville Beach median of $1094.
Across ZIP 28480, 42 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $1,670,500.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 2 W Henderson Street
How much is 2 W Henderson Street?
2 W Henderson Street is listed at $2,000,000 (about $1288 per square foot) as of September 23, 2026. Status: pending.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 2 W Henderson Street have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,553 square feet.
When was 2 W Henderson Street built?
1971.
Who is the listing broker for 2 W Henderson Street?
Intracoastal Realty Corporation (MLS #100568758). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 2 W Henderson Street?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.