New - 7 days on Rocket
$2,850 Closing Credit¹
#100489005, Listing Office: Sold Buy the Sea Realty
$230,000 List price
520 S 8th St Wilmington, NC 28401
$2,731
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
876 sqft
0.09 acres
$263 / sqft
House
Property details
About 520 S 8th St
Castle Street Arts and Antiques District 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage with a large out building on lot. Renovated in 2014 and in use as a rental since, this home could use another update, but is livable with paint and minor repairs. Just one lot off of Castle Street where new buildings are going up now. Across the street from MLK Community Center , Robert Strange Pool, Sherriedale Morgan Fitness Center, ball park, pickle ball/tennis courts -- such great amenities for this down town area! Steps away from Castle Street - a vibrant down town shopping district with coffee shops, restaurants, shops, farmer/art markets.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size876 sqft
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingOff Street
MLS #100483616
Summary
- MLS Number: 100483616
- Office Name: Sea River Realty
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$230,000
520 S 8th St
$2,731
closing credit¹
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2014 | Home Sold | $21,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $110,700 | $935 |
| 2022 | $110,700 | $940 |
| 2021 | $110,700 | $947 |
| 2020 | $51,400 | $541 |
| 2019 | $51,400 | $541 |
| 2018 | $51,400 | $541 |
| 2017 | $51,400 | $725 |
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.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $37,211. Residents of Wilmington, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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 Courses
Soccer
Horse Races
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Forever 21
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Qdoba
Dominos Pizza
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Mazda
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 520 S 8th St
This home is located at 520 S 8th St in Wilmington, NC and zip code 28401 in the Old Wilmington neighborhood. This 876 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $230,000.
In January 2025 more than 26 listings in Wilmington, NC were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 46 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 151 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Wilmington, NC increased by 0.1% between December and January 2025. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 52 days, the median list price was $432,035.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.