$2,675,000

807 Forest Hills Dr Wilmington, NC 28403

5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
5,368 sqft
3.5 acres
$498 / sqft
House

Property details

About 807 Forest Hills Dr

A must see, this true iconic Georgian home designed by renowned Richmond architect C.W. Huff, this home sits on a sprawling 3.46 acres in the heart of Wilmington. Located on one of Wilmington's prettiest streets and known for its beautiful southern homes, you are immediately drawn to the circular driveway draped with oak trees and Spanish moss. Once inside you will be taken aback by the impeccable beauty and preservation of this 1940's home. Updated tastefully with a new kitchen and bathrooms, freshly painted througout, this home is move in ready. Enjoy sitting on the back brick patio overlooking a private backyard with lots of acreage. A large downstairs primary bedroom and bath was added in 2018 and designed by Chris Boney of LS3P Architects. Included in this home is a whole house generator, an outdoor shed with electricty, all new lighting fixtures, refinished hardwood floors, a new butler's pantry with ice maker and beverage cooler, completely remodeled custom kitchen with new quartz contertops new appliances, gas cooktop, all updated bathrooms and custom plantation shutters and shades throughout.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump
Size5,368 sqft
Lot size3.46 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingCircular, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
MLS #100504640
Attached garage1 space
Fireplace2

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Washer, Oven, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Ice Maker, Generator, Dryer, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Cooktop
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood, Tile
  • Interior: 1st Floor Master, Security System, Whole-Home Generator, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet, Walk-in Shower, Solid Surface, Smoke Detectors, Foyer, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Bookcases, Basement
  • Fireplace: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Circular, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
  • Exterior: Irrigation System
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • List Price: $2,675,000
  • Price/SqFt: $498
  • Annual Tax Amount: $7,654
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Directions: Turn west off Independence Blvd onto Wrightville Ave, then right on Forest Hills Drive and house is the second on the right.
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 5,368 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 3.46 Acres
  • MLS Number: 100504640
  • Office Name: Intracoastal Realty Corp

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 16, 2022
Home Sold
$1,460,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$894,400$-
2022$894,400$-
2021$894,400$7,654
2020$727,300$7,661
2019$650,000$6,493
2018$616,400$6,493
2017$616,400$6,303

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Forest Hills Global Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

602 Colonial Dr

3

Annie H Snipes Academy of Arts & Design

Public Magnet KG-5

1.2 mi

2150 Chestnut St

2

Rachel Freeman School of Engineering

Public Magnet KG-5

1.3 mi

2601 Princess Place 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 $100,000. Residents of Wilmington, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

19%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
19%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

31%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 807 Forest Hills Dr

The listing price of 807 Forest Hills Dr property is $2,675,000.

The property 807 Forest Hills Dr is a house located in Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403.

Active Listing: 807 Forest Hills Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 807 Forest Hills Dr are: Forest Hills Global Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Annie H Snipes Academy of Arts & Design (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Rachel Freeman School of Engineering (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Wilmington Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Williston Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), The International School at Gregory (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Career Readiness Academy at Mosley Plc (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Isaac M Bear Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), New Hanover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $7,654 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 16, 2022 for $1,460,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 807 Forest Hills Dr has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 807 Forest Hills Dr is 5,368 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 807 Forest Hills Dr is 1940.

This home is located at 807 Forest Hills Dr in Wilmington, NC and zip code 28403 in the Forest Hills North neighborhood. This 5,368 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 3.46 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,675,000.

In April 2025 more than 47 listings in Wilmington, NC were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 83 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 183 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Wilmington, NC increased by 10.2% between March and April 2025. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 46 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $436,350.

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

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