1120 S 3rd ST Wilmington, NC 28401
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,229 SqFt
Open House
Sat Jan 24, 10:30am - 2:30pm
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,229 sqft
Price per Sqft $299
Subdivision Not In Subdivision
MLS Listing ID 100509231
Style Wood Frame
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1912
Lot Size 3,136 Sqft
Acres 0.07
Lot Dimensions .12
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Hive MLS
Property Description
This charming circa-1912 cottage is tucked beneath the protective canopy of a 100 year old live oak tree, yet elevated enough to offer a true treehouse feel! This house was taken down to the studs and completely restored in 2006 by Wilmington's own, Steve Bakunas and his partner, the late, acclaimed actor, Linda Lavin.
Zoned UMX, Urban Mixed Use), the property offers flexible live/work options (see documents).
Recent improvements include newer HVAC (2023) and hot water heater (2024) The kitchen features a gas stove and the fully fenced back yard, provides privacy and usability, Crawlspace has been encapsulated and a de-humidifier installed (2025). Many items on prior inspection report have been addressed.
The property also boasts a strong rental history.
Ideally located near the vibrant South Front District and Greenfield Lake attractions, this downtown gem includes off-street parking with alley access--an increasingly rare feature. The home is being sold partially furnished. Broker is owner. Seller will consider owner financing with acceptable terms. Property is being sold in it's current condition.
Location
State NC
County New Hanover
Community Not In Subdivision
Zoning UMX
Direction West (toward River) on Market Street, make left onto 3rd Street and make right onto Marstellar. First right onto Roderick Alley and house will be the 1st driveway to the right (beside Axes and Allies). Please use back door only.
Rooms
Basement None
Primary Bedroom Level Primary Living Area
Interior
Interior Features High Ceilings, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Blinds/Shades
Heating Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Laminate, Vinyl
Fireplaces Type None
Furnishings Negotiable
Fireplace No
Appliance Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
Laundry Laundry Closet
Exterior
Parking Features Concrete, Off Street
Utilities Available Sewer Available, Water Available
Amenities Available Park, Playground, Sidewalks
View See Remarks
Roof Type Shingle
Porch Open, Deck, Porch
Building
Story 1
Entry Level One
Foundation Brick/Mortar, Block, Crawl Space
Water Public
Architectural Style Historic District
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Snipes
Middle Schools Williston
High Schools New Hanover
Others
Tax ID R05413-018-015-000
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, Lease Purchase, VA Loan, Lease w/Purch. Opt., Seller Financing
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, Lease Purchase, VA Loan, Lease w/Purch. Opt., Seller Financing
Special Listing Condition Standard
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Cape Fear Center for Inquiry
Public | KG - 8
- 7
Pine Valley Elementary School
Public | KG - 5
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Belville Elementary School
Public | KG - 5
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Douglass Academy
Public | KG - 2
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Sunset Park Elementary School
Public | KG - 5
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Edwin a Alderman Elementary School
Public | KG - 5
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Gregory School of Math, Science, and Tec
Public | KG - 5
- 2
R Freeman School of Engineering
Public | PK - 5
- 1
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des
Public | PK - 5
- 1
Forest Hills Global Elementary School
Public | PK - 5
- 0
St Mary Catholic School
Private | PK - 8
- 0
Access Academy Wilmington
Private | 5 - 12
- 0
Lake Forest Academy
Public | KG - 8
- 0
Calvary Christian School
Private | PK - 8
- 0
Peace Rose Montessori School
Private | PK - 2
- 0
Wilmington Seventy-Day Adventist School
Private | KG - 7
- 0
Pine Valley United Methodist Church Wee Care Preschool & Kindergarten
Private | PK - KG
- 0
Hill School of Wilmington
Private | 1 - 8
- 1
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy
Public | 6 - 7
- 1
Williston Middle School
Public | 6 - 8
- 0
Pathways Middle and High School
Private | 6 - 12
- 0
Lakeside
Public | 6 - 12
- 4
New Hanover High School
Public | 9 - 12
- 0
Mary Sidberry Mosley Plc
Public | 9 - 12