Sale details
- Sold price
- $975,000
- Sold on
- Apr 10, 2026
- First listed at
- $1,090,000
- Last asking price
- $1,050,000 (−3.7%)
- Sold vs. first asking
- 89.4%
- Sold vs. last asking
- 92.9%
- Days on market
- 126
Earlier at this address
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2022 | Sold | $355,000 (asked $400,000) |
| Mar 2, 2021 | Sold | $1,600,000 (asked $2,500,000) |
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What's my home worth? →About this home
Reimagined from its 1903 bones, this 122-year-old duplex captures the spirit of historic Wilmington while offering flexible living in the heart of the Historic District. Just minutes from the Riverwalk, top dining, entertainment, and scenic waterfront views, it's perfectly positioned for those who value walkability and opportunity: live in one unit and rent the other, rent out both, or enjoy the entire home as a spacious single residence. Each unit offers grand living and dining spaces, three bedrooms, and two tiled baths. Original hardwoods run throughout, complemented by 9-foot ceilings, crown molding, and rich paint tones. Ten fireplaces throughout the home anchor each space with historic character, while glimpses of exposed brick reveal the craftsmanship beneath. An unfinished basement adds another layer of intrigue to the property, offering potential to be finished for additional living, storage, or a shared entertainment space for both units. Generous porches, low-maintenance landscaping, and a permanently staired attic complete the layout's thoughtful flow. After decades without residents, this home stands ready to begin its next chapter, inviting new life, new stories, and a renewed presence in one of Wilmington's most storied neighborhoods.
Facts
- Type
- Duplex
- Year built
- 1903
- Lot
- 0.07 acres
- Community
- Historic District
- County
- New Hanover
- MLS #
- 100537963
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- High Ceilings
- Wash/Dry Connect
- Kitchen Island
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Pantry
- Walk-in Shower
- Tile
- Wood
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Refrigerator
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
- Tankless Water Heater
Outside
- Balcony
- Corner Lot
- None
Parking
- Asphalt
- On Street
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Forced Air
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- Snipes
- Middle
- Williston
- High
- New Hanover
As listed in the MLS. School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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About 223 S 5th Avenue
223 S 5th Avenue is a 6-bedroom, 4-bath home, built in 1903 in Historic District, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28401.
5 other homes are for sale in Historic District right now (median asking $895,000); 7 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $557,000, typically in about 53 days.
Across ZIP 28401, 4 6-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $666,250.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 223 S 5th Avenue
How much is 223 S 5th Avenue?
223 S 5th Avenue sold for $975,000 on April 10, 2026 (last asking price $1,050,000). It is not for sale now.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 223 S 5th Avenue have?
6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
What neighborhood is 223 S 5th Avenue in?
Historic District, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
What have homes sold for in Historic District?
7 homes sold in Historic District in the last 12 months, at a median price of $557,000.
When was 223 S 5th Avenue built?
1903.
Who is the listing broker for 223 S 5th Avenue?
Prosper Real Estate (MLS #100537963).