$515,000

514 S 8th St Wilmington, NC 28401

$6,116
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,631 sqft
0.2 acres
$316 / sqft
House

Property details

About 514 S 8th St

This Beautiful Bungalow is nestled between the vibrant Castle Street District and the Robert Strange City park. Tucked in mature landscaping, the expansive and private screened porch welcomes you to come and sit for awhile. The Livengood/Murray GC/design team made a gem of a transformation on this property. (Permit 24-016729) You will find All new paint inside and out, new HVAC, new Window World windows, new screen system for the front porch, new electrical - completely rewired to current code and new LVP throughout. The spacious kitchen is a dream with sophisticated cabinetry (a glaze on the lowers and a floor-to-ceiling pantry), Quartz countertops and new SS appliances. A 4th bedroom was added across from the kitchen and would make a great office or hobby room. A Full laundry room with quartz and upper and lower cabinets provides ample space for this chore and even more storage. Both bathrooms have been adorned with ceramic tile, smart mirrors and designer vanities. The Primary Suite is tucked away at the end of the hallway and will surprise you with a luxurious zero entry shower.Underneath you will find a fully insulated (new) crawlspace with a Polymoisture barrier. New roof in 2021. Now to the outside - The back yard will delight.Privacy Privacy Privacy. This is a back yard with enough space for your imagination to go wild. A deck and landscaping were added to round out this lovely space. You will feel even luckier to find Parking for 4 in the extensive driveway. Just steps away from Wilmington Wine, Luna Cafe, Castle Street Kitchen, La Mar Salada and all things Castle Street cool. Come check it out!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,631 sqft
Lot size0.19 Acres
Year built1975
ParkingOff Street
MLS #100501382

Summary

  • MLS Number: 100501382
  • Office Name: Wit Realty LLC

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$515,000

514 S 8th St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 21, 2008
Home Sold
$105,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$249,000$2,104
2022$249,000$2,116
2021$249,000$2,130
2020$138,200$1,455
2019$138,200$1,455
2018$138,200$1,455
2017$138,200$1,740

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Douglass Academy

Public Charter KG-5

0.9 mi

507 N 6th St

3

Annie H Snipes Academy of Arts & Design

Public Magnet KG-5

1.3 mi

2150 Chestnut St

2

Forest Hills Global Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

602 Colonial Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $37,211. Most Wilmington, NC residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

47%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

72%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
34%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QdobaQdoba
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • MazdaMazda
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 514 S 8th St

This home is located at 514 S 8th St in Wilmington, NC and zip code 28401 in the Old Wilmington neighborhood. This 1,631 square foot home, which was built in 1975, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $515,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Wilmington, NC there were more than 31 sold above asking price, over 159 sold below and more than 58 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Wilmington, NC between February and March 2025 increased by 14.6%. Listings spent 50 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $439,251 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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