5302 Autumn Drive

About this home

Welcome to a beautifully reimagined mid-century modern home tucked just off Oleander Drive in Wilmington's beloved Midtown district. Sitting on an oversized lot, this property offers a unique blend of character, functionality, and opportunity. Recently renovated from top to bottom, the home features a fully updated kitchen and bathrooms along with new plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems—providing peace of mind and a contemporary feel throughout. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout was thoughtfully refreshed in 2023/2024 with stylish finishes and modern design elements. Its central location places you moments from Wrightsville Beach, UNCW, Historic Downtown Wilmington, and countless shops, restaurants, and local attractions—an unbeatable spot for anyone wanting to experience the best of Wilmington living. Previously used as a successful short- and mid-term rental, this home offers great potential as an investment property or as your next primary residence. The main house sits at the front of the lot, separated from the expansive rear section by an 8-foot privacy fence. The back of the property includes a block structure that gives you options—renovate, rebuild, or start anew. With the middle section of the lot already cleared, the possibilities are wide open: consider adding an ADU, creating a large garden or outdoor entertaining area, building a garage or workshop, or storing boats, vehicles, or equipment. This property is a rare Midtown find with space to grow, design, and create. Come explore the opportunities and imagine what this incredible lot can become for you. The back property has been partially cleared.

Facts

Type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1962

Lot

0.74 acres

Community

Forest Park

County

New Hanover

MLS #

100545408

Features

About 5302 Autumn Drive

5302 Autumn Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,068 square feet, built in 1962, on 0.74 acres in Forest Park, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28409.

At $425,000, it's 4% above the median asking price ($409,000) of the 440 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Wilmington today.

That's about $398 per square foot, compared with a Wilmington median of $262.

1 other home is for sale in Forest Park right now (median asking $468,900); 5 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $2,150, typically in about 57 days.

Across ZIP 28409, 359 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $445,000.

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