7049 Ruth Ave Wilmington, NC 28411
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,878
Sq Ft
0.79
Acres
Highlights
- 0.79 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Fireplace
- Deck
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- No HOA
About This Home
As of July 2025Welcome to 7049 Ruth Avenue, where charm meets opportunity! This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home sits on a spacious .79-acre lot, offering 1,878 sq. ft. of living space plus a 435 sq. ft. apartment over the attached garage. The home welcomes you with a spacious wrap around rocking chair front porch. Both the living and dining rooms off the foyer provide additional entertaining space, with doors for privacy. The family room features a cozy fireplace and dual sliding glass doors leading to both a deck and a screened-in back porch perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The primary bedroom boasts a vaulted ceiling and many windows to welcome plenty of natural light. Two additional bedrooms share a full bathroom, with a flex room beyond one of the bedrooms which is ideal for an office, playroom, craft space, or reading nook. There is ample storage throughout the home plus an attached 2-car garage and a detached 2-car garage, providing space for vehicles, a workshop, or extra storage. The apartment above the attached garage has a private entrance, a living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom offering a private retreat for visiting family and friends or multi-generational living. Located minutes from Ogden Park, shopping, dining, Mayfaire Town Center, Wrightsville Beach, and the bypass, this home is also in a minimal flood zone (X) and has no HOA. This charming home offers plenty of space, character, a fantastic location, and endless possibilities. Whether you're an investor, would like a home that you can put your own personal touch on or in need of a multi-generational living space, this property is a must-see! The seller is also including a home warranty for added peace of mind. Schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB License #329694 Listed on: 03/07/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,847
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 0.79 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 140x216x177x203
- Fenced Yard
- Chain Link Fence
- Irrigation
- Property is zoned R-15
Home Design
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Stick Built Home
Interior Spaces
- 1,878 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Blinds
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Crawl Space
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Dishwasher
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
Parking
- 4 Garage Spaces | 2 Attached and 2 Detached
- Gravel Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Shed
Schools
- Blair Elementary School
- Trask Middle School
- New Hanover High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number R04400-002-046-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 25, 2015
Sold by
The Cornelius E Nixon Revocable Trust
Bought by
Hostetler Melissa
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 1984
Sold by
Nixon Cornelius E
Bought by
Nixon Cornelius Ruth M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 1984
Sold by
Peterson Hrs Fannie
Bought by
Nixon Cornelius E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $47,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $5,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Sold | $485,000 | -11.8% | $258 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2025 06/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/07/2025 03/07/25 | For Sale | $550,000 | -- | $293 / Sq Ft |
Source: Hive MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $503 | $96,300 | $96,300 | $0 |
| 2022 | $508 | $96,300 | $96,300 | $0 |
| 2021 | $527 | $96,300 | $96,300 | $0 |
| 2020 | $285 | $45,000 | $45,000 | $0 |
| 2019 | $285 | $45,000 | $45,000 | $0 |
| 2018 | $285 | $45,000 | $45,000 | $0 |
| 2017 | $291 | $45,000 | $45,000 | $0 |
| 2016 | $390 | $56,300 | $56,300 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,396 | $216,800 | $42,300 | $174,500 |
| 2014 | $1,372 | $216,800 | $42,300 | $174,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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K
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kerri Brooks
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB
(910) 458-4401
2 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Alison Keller
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB
(910) 264-5588
2 in this area
156 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Harold Chappell
NextHome Cape Fear
(910) 512-1948
8 in this area
426 Total Sales
Map
Source: Hive MLS
MLS Number: 100492901
APN: R04400-002-021-000
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