505 S 5th Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28401

Sale details

Sold price: $630,000
Sold on: Jul 21, 2026
First listed at: $624,500
Last asking price: $624,499
Sold vs. first asking: 100.9%
Sold vs. last asking: 100.9%
Days on market: 29

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About this home

*Back on Market - Buyer Financing issue** This Beautiful Duplex in the Historical District has been renovated from Stem to Stern! All NEW: Historic Preservation-approved Windows & Siding, structural repair where needed, Exterior & Interior Paint, Complete Electrical rewire, plus additional Insulation. Newer Roof (2024) and One of the HVAC units (2024). The Red Oak Hardwoods have been brought back to their glory... Gorgeous Custom cabinetry and quartz countertops in the kitchens and baths for both Units. Other esthetic details include Designer tile, custom crown and trim work and glass door knobs. A 1/2 bath was added in the downstairs unit. You will find 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths in the downstairs unit and 2 bedrooms + office and 1 bathroom in the upstairs unit. Utilities have been separated (2 meters for both water and electric) to help provide great income potential whether renting both units or living in one and renting out the other. There are spacious and private back decks on both levels and a large back yard for off street parking and outside enjoyment. A termite bond is in place for peace of mind. This charmer is only one block from the fabulous Castle Street District and a short stroll to the Cape Fear River. Come check out this gem!

Facts

Type: Single Family Residence
Year built: 1903
Lot: 0.08 acres
Community: Historic District
County: New Hanover
Stories: 2
Construction: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Foundation: Crawl Space
Water: Public
Property tax: $2,621 / year (2025)
MLS #: 100573538

Features

Inside

Master Downstairs
High Ceilings
Solid Surface
Kitchen Island
Ceiling Fan(s)
Eat-in Kitchen
Hardwood
Vented Exhaust Fan
Refrigerator
Ice Maker
Dishwasher
Convection Oven

Outside

DP50 Windows
Level
None

Parking

Off Street

Heating & cooling

Electric
Heat Pump
Central Air
Ceiling Fan(s)
Multi Units

Directions to 505 S 5th Avenue

Head West on Market, left on 5th Ave. House is on the left.

Schools

Elementary: Forest Hills
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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About 505 S 5th Avenue

505 S 5th Avenue is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 1,824 square feet, built in 1903 in Historic District, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28401.

15 other homes are for sale in Historic District right now (median asking $675,000); 28 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $602,189, typically in about 60 days.

Across ZIP 28401, 47 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $440,000.

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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Questions about 505 S 5th Avenue

How much is 505 S 5th Avenue?

505 S 5th Avenue sold for $630,000 on July 21, 2026 (last asking price $624,499). It is not for sale now.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 505 S 5th Avenue have?

4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 1,824 square feet.

What neighborhood is 505 S 5th Avenue in?

Historic District, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.

What have homes sold for in Historic District?

28 homes sold in Historic District in the last 12 months, at a median price of $602,189.

When was 505 S 5th Avenue built?

1903.

Who is the listing broker for 505 S 5th Avenue?

Wit Realty LLC (MLS #100573538).

505 S 5th Avenue Wilmington, NC 28401 · Historic District