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About this home
Beautifully preserved 1889 historic home in the heart of downtown Wilmington, offering charming one-level living with modern updates. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home features original hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings, and two working fireplaces--one gas and one wood-burning. The updated kitchen boasts custom cabinetry and quartz countertops, while both bathrooms offer custom tile, walk-in showers, and glass doors. Enjoy morning coffee or evening drinks on the spacious front porch, or relax in the gated brick courtyard. Flower beds and window boxes add charm without the maintenance of a lawn. Just a few blocks from the Cape Fear River, Riverwalk, restaurants, shops, historic downtown, and the Castle Street District. A rare opportunity to enjoy Wilmington's downtown lifestyle while owning a beautifully maintained piece of the city's history. This home is a must see!
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1888
- Community
- Historic District
- County
- New Hanover
- Price per sq ft
- $492
- Stories
- 1
- Construction
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $2,858 / year (2026)
- Listed
- Aug 27, 2026
- MLS #
- 100598388
Features
Inside
- High Ceilings
- Entrance Foyer
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- Gas Log
- Tile
- Wood
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Gas Oven
- Refrigerator
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Range
Outside
- Shutters - Functional
- Storm Doors
- Corner Lot
- None
Parking
- None
- On Street
Heating & cooling
- Other
- Fireplace Insert
- Fireplace(s)
- Electric
- Natural Gas
- Zoned
- Multi Units
Directions to 120 Church Street
Market St. west to 2nd St. Turn left (south). House on corner of Church St. and 2nd St.
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.
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Recent sales like this in Historic District
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 707 Grace Street, Wilmington | Apr 15, 2026 | 4 / 2 | 1,292 | $450,000 | $348 |
| 503 S Front Street, Wilmington | Mar 24, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 1,219 | $523,500 | $429 |
| 402 S 5th Avenue, Wilmington | Jan 20, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,451 | $448,500 | $309 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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Our take on 120 Church Street
Written by the Buddy Blake Team from the listing photos and MLS data. Not part of the MLS listing or the listing broker's description.
This one-story property was built in 1888 and sits on a 0.04-acre corner lot within Wilmington's Historic District. Inside, high ceilings and an entrance foyer stand out, and the layout includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms across 1,258 square feet. A walk-in shower is among the bathroom features, and a gas log fireplace adds to the interior. Heating is zoned, with natural gas and electric sources both listed, along with a fireplace insert.
The kitchen includes a gas range and gas oven, plus a refrigerator, dishwasher, disposal and vented exhaust fan. A tankless water heater is included. Flooring is a mix of tile and wood. Outside, the property has functional shutters and storm doors, parking is on street, and public utilities serve the property. No pool, water features or view are listed.
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About 120 Church Street
120 Church Street is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,258 square feet, built in 1888 in Historic District, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28401.
13 other homes are for sale in Historic District right now (median asking $639,000); 24 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $605,189, typically in about 60 days.
Across ZIP 28401, 78 2-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $308,250.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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How much is 120 Church Street?
120 Church Street is under contract. Its last asking price was $619,000.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 120 Church Street have?
2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,258 square feet.
What neighborhood is 120 Church Street in?
Historic District, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
What have homes sold for in Historic District?
24 homes sold in Historic District in the last 12 months, at a median price of $605,189.
When was 120 Church Street built?
1888.
Who is the listing broker for 120 Church Street?
Fathom Realty NC LLC (MLS #100598388).
Can I tour 120 Church Street?
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