$375,000
SOLD SEP 1, 2026

653 Hidden Valley Rd Wilmington, NC 28409

Myrtle Grove Area
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,399 Sq Ft
0.64 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 1, 2026

$268 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Heyward C. Bellamy Elementary School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • Furnished

About This Home

As of September 2026

Beautifully Updated & Move-In Ready | Proven Turn-key Airbnb | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms | .64-Acre Private Lot | No HOA | ADU Potential | Updates include - new Hardie Plank siding, fresh exterior paint, a new electrical panel, and more. ** INVESTMENT APPEAL - Successfully launched as Windy Woods Cottage in June 2026, generating strong early guest demand and consistent 5-star guest reviews. This beautifully furnished cottage is styled for comfort, connection and relaxation and is ready to enjoy from day one--as a primary residence, vacation escape, or turn-key short-term rental. ** A PRIVATE BACKYARD ESCAPE - Set on a generous .64-acre homesite, featuring an expansive backyard shaded by mature pines, designed for entertaining, unwinding, and enjoying the coastal climate. Host dinner beneath the pergola, gather around the firepit or relax in the hammock. ** FURNISHED - Inside, warm coastal design - 3 comfortable bedrooms, 2 full baths, a cozy fireplace, and a bright dining area create an atmosphere equally suited for full-time living, weekend escapes, or guest stays. ** FLEXIBILITY, FUTURE EXPANSION - Bring your boat or RV--there is no HOA and no restrictions on recreational vehicle parking. For even more flexibility, the property is zoned to allow an accessory dwelling unit up to 1,200 square feet. ** LOCATION - Enjoy convenient access to beaches, local dining, entertainment, boat ramps, nature parks, downtown waterfront attractions, and year-round coastal recreation. ** WHATS NOT TO LOVE - Windy Woods Cottage is more than a beach-area home--it is a furnished retreat, a proven rental opportunity, and a private coastal escape designed for the way you want to live, host, and invest.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cheryl Hollis

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties License #273843 Listed on: 07/13/2026

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Last Buyer's Agent

A Non Member

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,546

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 27,661 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 110x251x110x252
  • Property fronts a state road
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R-15

Parking

  • On-Site Parking

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,399 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Blinds
  • Thermal Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Doors
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Bellamy Elementary School
  • Myrtle Grove Middle School
  • Ashley High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hidden Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number R07118-004-003-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,546

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0.64 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • View: See Remarks
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
  • Original List Price: 379900.00
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1399.00
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • Prospect Exempt Y N: No
  • Remarks And Showing Info Recording Device Y N: No
  • Remarks Written By Agent Y N: Yes
  • List Price Per Sqft: 271.55
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Dining Room Type: Combination
  • Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Master Downstairs, Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Pantry, Blinds/Shades, Built-in Features
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Thermal Doors
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Room Types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Area, Dining Room
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Thermal Windows
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.00
  • Attic Features: Access Only
  • Living Area Range: 1200 - 1399
  • Floor Plans Count: 2
  • Floor Plans Change Timestamp: 2026-07-11T02:35:45Z

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Thermal Doors
  • Exterior Finish: Fiber Cement
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Partial
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Road Frontage Type: See Remarks
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Waterfront?: No
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel, On Site

Utilities

  • Utilities: Water Connected, High Speed Internet
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Trash Collection: Private Service
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Permit On File, Septic Tank
  • Electric Provider: Duke Energy
  • Water Provider: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: None
  • Has H O A?: No

Fee Information

  • Termite Bond Y N: Yes
  • Termite Company: Dodson Pest Control
  • Termite Company Phone: 9103923330

Schools

  • Elementary School: Bellamy
  • High School: Ashley
  • Junior High Dist: New Hanover
  • Middle Or Junior School: Myrtle Grove

Lot Info

  • Deed Book: 6838
  • Deed Page: 690.00
  • Zoning: R-15
  • Lot Features: Level, See Remarks, Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.64
  • Lot Size: 110x251x110x252
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 27661.00
  • Purchase Contract Date: 2026-08-06
  • Parcel#: R07118-004-003-000
  • Permitted Use: Public

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Thermostat
  • Green Water Conservation: High Efficiency Toilets

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Book Number: 18
  • Tax Map Number: 50
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: n/a
  • Tax Amount: 1545.79

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 22, 2025
Closed on
Mar 26, 2026
Sold by
Karen Arnold
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jeff Terry
Diligent Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Terry
Diligent Realty LLC
List Price
$364,900
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,900
-12.3%
Views
256

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.96%
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Outstanding Balance
$271,197
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$78,006

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2016
Closed on
Jul 8, 2016
Sold by
Sumner Cory N and Sumner Amanda
Bought by
Arnold Karen and Arnold Michael
Seller's Agent
Andy Richardson
RE/MAX Essential
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Terry
Diligent Realty LLC
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$133,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$42,000
-24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2001
Sold by
Mauldin Jr C E
Bought by
Sumner Cory N

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1979
Bought by
Mauldin C E
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $320,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $133,000 None Available
Deed $102,000 --
Deed $41,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $272,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $131,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $135,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/01/2026 09/01/26 Sold $375,000 -1.3% $268 / Sq Ft
08/06/2026 08/06/26 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2026 07/30/26 Price Changed $379,900 -5.0% $272 / Sq Ft
07/13/2026 07/13/26 For Sale $399,900 +25.0% $286 / Sq Ft
03/27/2026 03/27/26 Sold $320,000 -3.0% $228 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/04/2026 02/04/26 Price Changed $329,990 -9.6% $235 / Sq Ft
10/22/2025 10/22/25 For Sale $364,900 0.0% $260 / Sq Ft
10/09/2025 10/09/25 Pending -- -- --
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Price Changed $364,900 -2.7% $260 / Sq Ft
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Price Changed $375,000 -5.0% $267 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $394,600 +196.7% $281 / Sq Ft
07/08/2016 07/08/16 Sold $133,000 -24.0% $97 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/06/2016 07/06/16 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2016 02/24/16 For Sale $175,000 -- $128 / Sq Ft
Source: Hive MLS

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 $0 $408,400 $146,300 $262,100
2024 $654 $236,200 $106,500 $129,700
2023 $651 $236,200 $106,500 $129,700
2022 $657 $236,200 $106,500 $129,700
2021 $1,305 $236,200 $106,500 $129,700
2020 $977 $154,500 $47,300 $107,200
2019 $977 $135,100 $47,300 $87,800
2018 $427 $135,100 $47,300 $87,800
2017 $875 $135,100 $47,300 $87,800
2016 $903 $130,300 $47,300 $83,000
2015 $839 $130,300 $47,300 $83,000
2014 $825 $130,300 $47,300 $83,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100587399

Hive MLS

APN: R07118-004-003-000

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