$450,000

5 bd · 3 ba · 3,222 sq ft

3806 Appleton Way Wilmington, NC 28412 · Echo Farms

Sold Mar 5, 2026 · Status checked with the MLS Nov 5, 1:05 PM

Hive MLSListed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB

Sale details

Sold price
$450,000
Sold on
Mar 5, 2026
First listed at
$450,000
Sold vs. first asking
100%
Days on market
5

Earlier at this address

DateEventPrice
Jun 20, 2018Sold$304,500 (asked $314,500)
Mar 31, 2016Sold$216,500 (asked $216,500)
Sep 29, 2006Sold$365,000 (asked $379,000)

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About this home

Unlock the potential of this spacious 3,200+ sq ft home tucked away in the established Echo Farms community of Wilmington, NC, perfectly situated on Barnards Creek. This is a rare chance for the investor, flipper, or vision-driven homeowner looking for their next value-add project in a sought-after location. Offering 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this home boasts a generous footprint that's ideal for reimagining layouts, modernizing finishes, or executing a full renovation to maximize resale or rental potential. The size alone opens the door to endless possibilities—create a stunning primary suite, add flexible living spaces, or design the open-concept floor plan today's buyers crave. Set on a creekside lot, the property enjoys a peaceful, natural backdrop that's increasingly hard to find. Whether you envision outdoor living spaces, a dock, or simply capitalizing on the water-adjacent setting, Barnards Creek adds a unique lifestyle and resale appeal. No HOA means more freedom and fewer restrictions—an attractive bonus for investors and homeowners alike. Echo Farms is known for its mature landscaping, convenient access to shopping, dining, golf, and major roadways, and proximity to Wilmington's historic downtown and beaches. This is truly a diamond in the rough—priced and positioned for those who recognize opportunity. With the right updates, this home has the potential to shine as a high-end resale, long-term rental, or personalized dream home in one of Wilmington's most desirable areas. Bring your contractor, your creativity, and your vision. Opportunities like this—large square footage, creekfront setting, no HOA, and prime location—don't come along often. Sold as-is. Serious potential for serious returns.

Facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Year built
1977
Lot
0.36 acres
Waterfront
Yes
Garage
1 space
Community
Echo Farms
County
New Hanover
Stories
3
Construction
Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Roof
Shingle, Composition
Foundation
Crawl Space
Water
Public
Property tax
$3,051 / year (2025)
MLS #
100550310

Features

Inside

  • Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Wood
  • Hardwood
  • Electric Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Outside

  • Stream
  • Creek
  • Creek/Stream

Parking

  • Off Street
  • Paved

Heating & cooling

  • Electric
  • Heat Pump
  • Central Air

Directions to 3806 Appleton Way

From downtown Wilmington follow US 421 south towards Monkey Junction. Turn Right into Echo Farms on Echo Farms Blvd. take the first right out of the traffic circle and follow along Echo Farms Blvd. Turn Left onto Appleton Way, the home will be on the Right.

Schools

Elementary
Alderman
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 3806 Appleton Way

3806 Appleton Way is a 5-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 3,222 square feet, built in 1977, on 0.36 acres in Echo Farms, Wilmington, New Hanover County, NC 28412.

6 other homes are for sale in Echo Farms right now (median asking $309,998); 34 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $511,500, typically in about 62 days.

Across ZIP 28412, 29 5-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $675,000.

Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for waterfront, condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.

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Questions about 3806 Appleton Way

How much is 3806 Appleton Way?

3806 Appleton Way sold for $450,000 on March 5, 2026 (last asking price $450,000). It is not for sale now.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 3806 Appleton Way have?

5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 3,222 square feet.

What neighborhood is 3806 Appleton Way in?

Echo Farms, in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina.

What have homes sold for in Echo Farms?

34 homes sold in Echo Farms in the last 12 months, at a median price of $511,500.

Is 3806 Appleton Way waterfront?

Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.

When was 3806 Appleton Way built?

1977.

Who is the listing broker for 3806 Appleton Way?

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB (MLS #100550310).

Listing provided by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB via Hive MLS.