$397,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,532 sq ft
805 Adelaide Drive
Wilmington, NC, 28412 · Hanover Heights
Listed by Nest Realty
About this home
No HOA, large private lot, fenced yard, wood burning fireplace in Wilmington with endless potential! Built in 1955, this charming all-brick ranch-style home in Hanover Heights sits on approximately 0.47 acres -- a rare nearly half-acre property ideally located between Downtown Wilmington and Carolina Beach. Featuring 3 beds, 2 renovated baths, & 1,532 heated square feet, this property offers incredible flexibility as a primary residence, long-term rental, short-term rental opportunity, or add a future income-producing property on your lot. The newly renovated primary suite includes an oversized custom walk-in closet plus a flex room perfect for a home office, nursery, or workout space. The fully fenced backyard with double gate access is ready for your vision -- imagine a private outdoor oasis with room for a pool, entertaining area, garden, or potential ADU for additional rental income or guest space. Enjoy evenings around the backyard fire pit patio, plus the convenience of a screened porch, covered carport, and detached approximately 400 sq ft garage with electrical and workbench. Plenty of room for boat, RV, trailer, hobbies, or extra storage. Prime Wilmington location just minutes to beaches, Downtown Wilmington, hospital, shopping, dining, and area attractions. Rare properties with this much land, flexibility, and investment potential don't come around often.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1955
- Lot
- 0.47 acres
- Garage
- 1 space
- Community
- Hanover Heights
- County
- New Hanover
- MLS #
- 100574568
Features
Inside
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Blinds/Shades
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Tile
- Hardwood
- Electric Oven
- Freezer
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
- Electric Range
Outside
- Other
Parking
- Covered
- Detached
- Additional Parking
- Concrete
- Garage Door Opener
- Paved
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Fireplace(s)
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Schools
- Elementary
- Alderman
- Middle
- Williston
- High
- Ashley
As listed in the MLS (New Hanover). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
Monthly payment estimate
$2,534/mo
- Principal & interest (30-yr fixed)$2,365
- Property taxes (2025 bill)$169
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 in Hanover Heights
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 909 Adelaide Drive, Wilmington | Jun 9, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,325 | $320,000 | $242 |
| 806 Midland Drive, Wilmington | Feb 9, 2026 | 3 / 1 | 1,305 | $335,900 | $257 |
| 2713 Newkirk Avenue, Wilmington | Jan 30, 2026 | 4 / 3 | 1,866 | $390,000 | $209 |
| 915 Midland Drive, Wilmington | Dec 5, 2025 | 3 / 2 | 1,526 | $347,500 | $228 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Buying in Wilmington? Local guides
- Leland vs. Wilmington: What You Get for Your MoneyLeland vs. Wilmington, NC side by side from 12 months of real sales: price per square foot, home size and age, days on market, new construction and HOAs.
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About 805 Adelaide Drive
805 Adelaide Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,532 square feet, built in 1955, on 0.47 acres in Hanover Heights, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28412.
At $397,000, it's 3% below the median asking price ($409,000) of the 440 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Wilmington today.
That's about $259 per square foot, compared with a Wilmington median of $262.
7 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $347,500, typically in about 41 days.
Across ZIP 28412, 556 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $392,000.
Hanover Heights neighborhood guideHomes for sale in WilmingtonNew Hanover County homes
Buying 805 Adelaide Drive
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 805 Adelaide Drive
How much is 805 Adelaide Drive?
805 Adelaide Drive is listed at $397,000 (about $259 per square foot) as of September 23, 2026. Status: active under contract.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 805 Adelaide Drive have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,532 square feet.
What neighborhood is 805 Adelaide Drive in?
Hanover Heights, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
What have homes sold for in Hanover Heights?
7 homes sold in Hanover Heights in the last 12 months, at a median price of $347,500.
When was 805 Adelaide Drive built?
1955.
Who is the listing broker for 805 Adelaide Drive?
Nest Realty (MLS #100574568). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 805 Adelaide Drive?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.