5 N 20th St Wilmington, NC 28405
Carolina Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,398/month
Highlights
- Greenhouse
- No HOA
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Fenced Yard
About This Home
Tucked away on North 20th Street, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home blends historic character with thoughtful modern touches, creating a space that feels both distinctive and remarkably comfortable. Inside, natural light pours through expansive windows, highlighting the beautiful wood floors and giving the main living spaces a bright, open feel. Generously sized bedrooms, ample closet space, and a warm, inviting layout make the home as functional as it is full of character. Outside is where the property truly sets itself apart. A private brick courtyard creates an unexpected retreat in the heart of Wilmington--perfect for quiet mornings, evening dinners, entertaining friends, or simply unwinding beneath the established greenery. The courtyard leads to a detached 460 Sq. Ft. garage offering additional storage or space for a smaller vehicle, along with an attached greenhouse ready for gardening, hobbies, or more storage. The property also carries a unique connection to Wilmington's history, with ties to the McKoy and Faulkner families, including James Hassell McKoy. Its gardens and spring blooms have helped earn the home appearances on Azalea Festival home tours over the years, adding another chapter to a property already rich with local character. Historic without feeling dated, private without feeling closed off, and filled with natural light and personality, 5 N. 20th Street offers something increasingly difficult to find: a home with a story, a sense of place, and spaces that are genuinely enjoyable to live in. Additionally, this home was extensively remodeled in 2023, an entirely new HVAC in late 2025 and a brand new tankless hot water system in 2026. This historic charmer in beautiful Carolina Heights is exactly what you've been waiting for. A perfect full-time residence, weekend retreat or even an Airbnb. Come tour this fabulous cottage home today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 2,788 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40 x 70 x 40 x 70
- Property fronts a state road
- Property fronts an alley
- Property fronts an easement
- Fenced Yard
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Decorative Fence
- Brick Fence
- Landscaped
- Interior Lot
- Property is zoned R-7
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Pad
- Workshop in Garage
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,714 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Furnished or left unfurnished upon request
- Bookcases
- Ceiling Fan
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- Blinds
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Crawl Space
- Scuttle Attic Hole
- Laundry closet
Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Security Lights
- Storm Doors
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Greenhouse
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Outdoor Storage
Schools
- Snipes Elementary School
- Williston Middle School
- New Hanover High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- High Speed Internet
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Historic Carolina Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number R04819-009-002-000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $2,522 | $428,500 | $146,300 | $282,200 |
| 2023 | $2,261 | $267,600 | $49,400 | $218,200 |
| 2022 | $2,275 | $267,600 | $49,400 | $218,200 |
| 2021 | $2,290 | $267,600 | $49,400 | $218,200 |
| 2020 | $2,158 | $204,900 | $58,300 | $146,600 |
| 2019 | $2,158 | $204,900 | $58,300 | $146,600 |
| 2018 | $2,158 | $204,900 | $58,300 | $146,600 |
| 2017 | $2,158 | $204,900 | $58,300 | $146,600 |
| 2016 | $1,805 | $162,900 | $56,600 | $106,300 |
| 2015 | $1,725 | $162,900 | $56,600 | $106,300 |
| 2014 | $1,652 | $162,900 | $56,600 | $106,300 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2026 08/21/26 | For Sale | $575,000 | +25.0% | $335 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/18/2023 05/18/23 | Sold | $460,000 | -3.2% | $269 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/04/2023 04/04/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/25/2023 03/25/23 | For Sale | $475,000 | -- | $278 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $460,000 | Atlantic Land Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $368,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Hive MLS
MLS Number: 100595500
APN: R04819-009-002-000
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