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2 Beds
2 Baths
1,078 sqft

$417,400

704 S 3rd Street, Wilmington NC, 28401

Price per sqft$387.20
Built in1890
Property size1,078 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

Active

Listed Sep 5, 2026

Updated 3 days ago

Historic Charm. Modern Luxury. Downtown Wilmington. Love the idea of living downtown but hate the thought of constantly repairing and upgrading a 100+ year-old home? This is your answer. This beautifully updated 1890s 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home delivers the character and charm of historic downtown Wilmington without sacrificing the comfort, style, and amenities of modern construction. From the street, you'll appreciate the classic architectural character reminiscent of early-1900s downtown Wilmington. Step through the front door, however, and you'll discover a completely different experience: modern luxury, thoughtful design, and high-end finishes throughout. Inside, you'll find: Luxury LVP flooring throughout Coffered ceilings with concealed lighting Wainscoting and shiplap accent walls A spectacular chef's kitchen featuring a cathedral ceiling and exposed, backlit beams Leather-finish granite countertops Stainless-steel appliances Oversized porcelain farmhouse sink with elevated spray fixture Subway tile backsplash and walls Induction range that will boil water in under a minute with commercial-quality exhaust hood Oversized (160,000 BTU),gas fired on demand tankless hot water delivering 7 gallons per minute. Convenient pot filler Abundant cabinetry and storage for all your kitchen essentials The primary suite is a showstopper. The wall-less shower and tub configuration creates a spa-like experience reminiscent of a luxury hotel. Incredible tile work, a double-sink vanity, and carefully selected finishes make this a space you'll truly enjoy coming home to. The guest bathroom is equally impressive, combining textures, colors, intricate tile work, a corner shower, lighted floral accent walls, and a backlit mirror. No detail has been overlooked. Even the laundry room gets the luxury treatment. Though compact, it offers a utility basin, butcher-block-style cabinetry, folding space, and plenty of storage for household necessities. Step outside into the fully fenced backyard, where you'll find a custom 10' x 12' outbuilding that is anything but an ordinary shed. While it may not quite qualify as an ADU, it does have electricity and if you added insulation and a mini-split and you have the makings of an incredible private office, creative studio, hobby space, or personal retreat. And then there's the location. Enjoy some of Wilmington's finest downtown dining, shopping, entertainment, and nightlife within a short walk from your front door--without the hassle and expense of downtown parking. For your added piece of mind the home was inspected prior to listing and that report is available to interested clients. Whether you're looking for a stylish full-time residence, a downtown getaway, or an investment opportunity, this property offers tremendous flexibility. For those interested in short-term rental potential, it could also provide an opportunity for a highly profitable Airbnb, subject to applicable local regulations and approvals. Historic on the outside. Luxury on the inside. Downtown convenience all around. This is the kind of property that gives you the best of both worlds--the charm of historic Wilmington without the historic-home headaches.

$2,777/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $417,400 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
100601685

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.09 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$1,732
Tax Frequency
Annually

Courtesy of The Saltwater Agency LLC with John A OConnor,
Listing Contact: 910-617-7909 

 

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