3906 Appleton Way Wilmington, NC 28412
Echo Farms-Rivers Edge NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,741/month
Highlights
- Home fronts a creek
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- 1.46 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Bonus Room
About This Home
Waterfront opportunity, priced to reflect its current condition, on one of the largest and most private homesites in this highly sought-after midtown neighborhood. Set on two full lots totaling 1.46 acres, the property offers mature trees, exceptional privacy, and frontage along a navigable tidal creek with direct access to the Cape Fear River ideal for kayaking and enjoying the natural beauty of the water. The home features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with a spacious and flexible floor plan, including formal living and dining rooms, a comfortable family room, a large bonus room with separate entrance (ideal for a home office, studio, or guest space), a generous kitchen with breakfast nook, two fireplaces, and a bright sunroom overlooking expansive creek and marsh views. This home offers a clear opportunity for renovation and personalization, allowing the next owner to design and update to their own vision. With its rare combination of waterfront, acreage, and privacy, the property presents strong long-term potential in an established community. Residents enjoy access to a nearby county park with walking trails, tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. If you've been searching for privacy, acreage, and true waterfront access with the ability to personalize and add value, this is a rare opportunity in an established community.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,852
Year Built
- Built in 1980
Lot Details
- 1.46 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 237 x 188 x 180 x 64 x 76 x 154 x 109
- Home fronts a creek
- Property fronts a marsh
- Property fronts a state road
- Irrigation
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned R-15
Home Design
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,472 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Bookcases
- Ceiling Fan
- Fireplace
- Blinds
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Crawl Space
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Built-In Electric Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Freezer
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Laundry Chute
Attic
- Attic Floors
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Alderman Elementary School
- Williston Middle School
- New Hanover High School
Utilities
- Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Echo Farms Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 165/166
- Assessor Parcel Number R07007-001-008-000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,184 | $541,100 | $74,700 | $466,400 |
| 2023 | $2,688 | $318,100 | $57,900 | $260,200 |
| 2022 | $2,704 | $318,100 | $57,900 | $260,200 |
| 2021 | $2,722 | $318,100 | $57,900 | $260,200 |
| 2020 | $3,148 | $298,800 | $53,400 | $245,400 |
| 2019 | $3,148 | $298,800 | $53,400 | $245,400 |
| 2018 | $3,148 | $298,800 | $53,400 | $245,400 |
| 2017 | $3,148 | $298,800 | $53,400 | $245,400 |
| 2016 | $2,934 | $264,800 | $53,400 | $211,400 |
| 2015 | $2,804 | $264,800 | $53,400 | $211,400 |
| 2014 | $2,685 | $264,800 | $53,400 | $211,400 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2026 04/01/26 | For Sale | $645,000 | 0.0% | $186 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2026 03/30/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/17/2026 03/17/26 | Price Changed | $645,000 | -0.6% | $186 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2026 03/01/26 | Price Changed | $649,000 | -3.9% | $187 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2026 02/13/26 | Price Changed | $675,000 | -2.9% | $194 / Sq Ft |
| 02/01/2026 02/01/26 | Price Changed | $695,000 | -2.8% | $200 / Sq Ft |
| 01/13/2026 01/13/26 | For Sale | $715,000 | -- | $206 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $290,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $216,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $169,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $79,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $151,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $121,500 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Hive MLS
MLS Number: 100548186
APN: R07007-001-008-000
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