NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3 E Columbia St Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480

Estimated Value: $1,457,000 - $2,098,482

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,424 Sq Ft
$780/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 13, 2020

Last sale price $895,000 $369 Per Sq Ft

Est. 111% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,712/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Spa
  • Wood Flooring
  • Wrightsville Beach Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • 2-minute walk to Picnic Tables

About This Home

As of May 2020

Classic beach cottage now available on Columbia Street, centrally located in the heart of the island. Home enjoys a timeless coastal look with spacious covered front porch to enjoy ocean cooled evenings while relaxing in a rocker or porch swing. Charming interior offers 4BR|3.5BA floorplan enhanced by hardwood flooring, wood paneling, smooth ceilings. Expansive rooftop deck provides fantastic ocean to sound views, great for taking in one of Wrightsville's famed sunsets. Large backyard becomes a grand outdoor bonus area, perfect for entertaining with friends and family. This highly sought location is steps from ocean access, while nestled just a wedge shot away from local eateries and shops. 3 East Columbia Street has been meticulously maintained both inside and out. Property conveys fully furnished with few exceptions. Wax up the surfboard, or grab the beach chairs, either way - life is better at the beach!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Team Hardee Hunt & Williams

Hardee Hunt & Williams Listed on: 02/28/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Eva Elmore

Intracoastal Realty Corp License #143240

Intracoastal Realty Corp

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,903

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • 4,622 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 100 x 40 x 38 x 9 x 62
  • Fenced Yard
  • Irrigation
  • Property is zoned R-2

Property Views

  • Ocean Views
  • Views of a Sound

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Piling Construction
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,424 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Pool

  • Spa
  • Outdoor Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Propane
  • Fuel Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number R06308-010-005-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,903

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Construction Type: Stick Built
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 3.0
  • Stories Levels: 3 Story or More
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Dining Room Type: Combination
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Heated Sq Ft: 2400 - 2599
  • Interior Amenities: Blinds/Shades, Furnished, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 410.48
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Number Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Main
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Main
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Main
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • Sq Ft Heated: 2424.00
  • Total Heated Primary Separate Sq Ft: 2424.00

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Outdoor Shower
  • Exterior Finish: Fiber Cement, Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation: Pilings, Slab
  • On Site Pool Spa: Hot Tub
  • Porch Balcony Deck: Covered, Porch, Deck
  • Road Type Frontage: Paved, Public (City/Cty/St)
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking Driveway: Off Street, On Site

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central
  • Fuel Tank: Propane Above Ground
  • Fuel Tank Ownership: Leased
  • Heating System: Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Municipal Sewer, Municipal Water
  • HeatingSystemFuelSource: Propane Gas

Association/Amenities

  • HOA: No
  • HOA and Neighborhood Amenities: No Amenities

Schools

  • School District: New Hanover

Lot Info

  • Deed Page: 872.00
  • Lot Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 100 x 40 x 38 x 9 x 62
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4622.00
  • Plat Book: 60
  • Plat Page: 631
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Lot View Type: Ocean View, Sound View

Tax Info

  • Tax Identifier: R06308-010-005-000
  • Tax Year: 2019

MLS Schools

  • School District: New Hanover

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 28, 2020
Closed on
May 9, 2020
Sold by
3 E Columbia Street Llc
Bought by
Ward Stacy R and Ward Frank Jefferson
Seller's Agent
Team Hardee Hunt & Williams
Hardee Hunt & Williams
Buyer's Agent
Eva Elmore
Intracoastal Realty Corp
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$895,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-10.05%
Current Estimated Value
$1,890,871

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$995,871
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.99%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2000
Sold by
Bailey Scott D Joyce C
Bought by
3 E Columbia Street Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 1997
Sold by
Smith Sally Elmore
Bought by
Bailey Scott D Joyce C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 1991
Sold by
Carter Robert C Karen H
Bought by
Smith Sally Elmore

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 1989
Sold by
Leonard Jeane W
Bought by
Carter Robert C Karen H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 1976
Bought by
Leonard Jeane W
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ward Stacy R $895,000 None Available
3 E Columbia Street Llc $490,000 --
Bailey Scott D Joyce C $400,000 --
Smith Sally Elmore $216,000 --
Carter Robert C Karen H $132,500 --
Leonard Jeane W -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/13/2020 05/13/20 Sold $895,000 -10.1% $369 / Sq Ft
02/29/2020 02/29/20 Pending -- -- --
02/28/2020 02/28/20 For Sale $995,000 -- $410 / Sq Ft
Source: Hive MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $4,903 $904,100 $685,400 $218,700
2022 $4,096 $748,400 $685,400 $63,000
2021 $5,080 $895,500 $685,400 $210,100
2020 $5,691 $833,900 $673,700 $160,200
2019 $5,691 $833,900 $673,700 $160,200
2018 $5,691 $833,900 $673,700 $160,200
2017 $5,816 $833,900 $673,700 $160,200
2016 $5,640 $746,000 $607,000 $139,000
2015 $5,274 $746,000 $607,000 $139,000
2014 $5,125 $746,000 $607,000 $139,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Team Hardee Hunt & Williams

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Team Hardee Hunt & Williams

    Hardee Hunt & Williams

    (910) 256-6998

    113 in this area

    175 Total Sales

    Team Hardee Hunt & Williams
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  • Eva Elmore

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Eva Elmore

    Intracoastal Realty Corp

    (910) 262-3939

    9 in this area

    110 Total Sales

    Eva Elmore
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Map

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100206741

Hive MLS

APN: R06308-010-005-000

North Carolina New Hanover County Wrightsville Beach 28480

3 E Columbia St, Wrightsville Beach, NC

This home is located at 3 E Columbia St, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 since 28 February 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,890,871, approximately $780 per square foot. This property was built in 1937. 3 E Columbia St is a home located in New Hanover County with nearby schools including Wrightsville Beach Elementary School, M.C.S. Noble Middle School, and John T. Hoggard High School.

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