$609,000
Sold Oct 30, 2025
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,790 sq ft
319 S 5th Avenue
Wilmington, NC, 28401 · Historic District
Listed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB
Sale details
- Sold price
- $609,000
- Sold on
- Oct 30, 2025
- First listed at
- $609,000
- Sold vs. first asking
- 100%
- Days on market
- 3
Earlier at this address
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2024 | Sold | $495,000 (asked $519,900) |
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What's my home worth? →About this home
Welcome to the Price-Leiner House, a piece of Wilmington history blending timeless character with thoughtful updates. Built in 1903 and recognized by the Historic Wilmington Foundation, this neoclassical revival-style cottage sits proudly on a beautiful, tree-lined street in the heart of downtown. A wide, welcoming front porch sets the tone, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the neighborhood's charm. Inside, you'll find beautifully refinished wood floors, four decorative fireplaces, historic windows and doors, and 9.5' ceilings that create a bright, open feel throughout. Recent upgrades in 2024 include two remodeled bathrooms, fresh interior paint, and extensive electrical improvements: a new breaker box, upgraded main line to 220, new outlets, switches, fixtures, ceiling fans, plus underground power to a new shed/flex space. The shed features vaulted ceilings, a transom window, and is wired for a mini split—making it an ideal home office, studio, or workout room. Additional comforts include central HVAC, a tankless water heater, a fenced backyard, off-street parking, and a 2-10 Home Warranty for peace of mind. The home also conveys partially furnished. Located just blocks from the Castle Street Arts District and minutes to downtown's boutiques, top restaurants, breweries, and the Riverwalk—with Wrightsville Beach less than 10 miles away—you'll enjoy both convenience and lifestyle. Improvements are also underway along 5th Avenue, including resurfaced streets, new sidewalks, bike lanes, and upgraded utilities, further enhancing this vibrant location.The Price-Leiner House offers a rare opportunity to own a historic home with modern upgrades in one of Wilmington's most desirable neighborhoods.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1903
- Lot
- 0.11 acres
- Community
- Historic District
- County
- New Hanover
- MLS #
- 100532681
Features
Inside
- High Ceilings
- Bookcases
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Walk-in Shower
- Tile
- Wood
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Washer
- Dryer
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
Parking
- On Street
- Off Street
- On Site
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Forced Air
- Heat Pump
- Natural Gas
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- Snipes
- Middle
- Williston
- High
- New Hanover
As listed in the MLS (New Hanover). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
About 319 S 5th Avenue
319 S 5th Avenue is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,790 square feet, built in 1903 in Historic District, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28401.
At $609,000, it's 47% above the median asking price ($415,000) of the 459 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Wilmington today.
That's about $340 per square foot, compared with a Wilmington median of $264.
15 other homes are for sale in Historic District right now (median asking $895,000); 65 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $450,000, typically in about 53 days.
Across ZIP 28401, 225 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $345,000.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 319 S 5th Avenue
How much is 319 S 5th Avenue?
319 S 5th Avenue is listed at $609,000 (about $340 per square foot) as of September 26, 2026. Status: closed.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 319 S 5th Avenue have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,790 square feet.
What neighborhood is 319 S 5th Avenue in?
Historic District, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
What have homes sold for in Historic District?
65 homes sold in Historic District in the last 12 months, at a median price of $450,000.
When was 319 S 5th Avenue built?
1903.
Who is the listing broker for 319 S 5th Avenue?
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB (MLS #100532681). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.