About this home
Location, location... This adorable three bed ,two bath bungalow sits on a large lot just steps from Castle St and all that it has to offer: yoga, vintage shopping, a wine shop, coffee and several locally owned restaurants! This home has been rented to the same tenant for 20 years, and maintained well by the owners. New roof in 2019 and new HVAC in 2020.. The home was built in 1940 and features a large front porch, original pine floors, and interior arches characteristic of that period. A few updates will bring this jazz age back to it's glory!
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1940
- Lot
- 0.09 acres
- Community
- Downtown
- County
- New Hanover
- Price per sq ft
- $239
- Stories
- 1
- Construction
- Asbestos, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $875 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Jul 16, 2026
- MLS #
- 100589506
Features
Inside
- Other
- Hardwood
- Refrigerator
Outside
- None
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Forced Air
- Central Air
Directions to 517 S 7th Street
From 17th and Castle go toward the river and take a right onto So. 7th. 517 is just to the right.
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 Downtown
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 619 S 9th Street, Wilmington | Sep 9, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 950 | $305,000 | $321 |
| 110 S 11th Street, Wilmington | Sep 1, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 1,100 | $370,000 | $336 |
| 1610 Dock Street, Wilmington | Aug 20, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,106 | $455,000 | $411 |
| 517 S 9th Street, Wilmington | Jul 23, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 977 | $290,000 | $297 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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About 517 S 7th Street
517 S 7th Street is a 3-bedroom, 1-bath home of about 1,100 square feet, built in 1940 in Downtown, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28401.
At $262,900, it's 36% below the median asking price ($409,000) of the 479 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Wilmington today.
That's about $239 per square foot, compared with a Wilmington median asking price of $263 per square foot.
15 other homes are for sale in Downtown right now (median asking $399,000); 32 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $345,500, typically in about 57 days.
Across ZIP 28401, 169 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $380,000.
It has been on the market for 98 days.
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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What's my home worth? →Questions about 517 S 7th Street
How much is 517 S 7th Street?
517 S 7th Street is listed at $262,900 (about $239 per square foot) as of October 21, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 517 S 7th Street have?
3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with about 1,100 square feet.
What neighborhood is 517 S 7th Street in?
Downtown, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
How long has 517 S 7th Street been on the market?
98 days. Homes in Downtown sold after a median of 57 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Downtown?
32 homes sold in Downtown in the last 12 months, at a median price of $345,500.
When was 517 S 7th Street built?
1940.
Who is the listing broker for 517 S 7th Street?
Dram Tree Realty (MLS #100589506). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 517 S 7th Street?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.