Downtown Wilmington NC Homes for Sale

Walking into historic downtown Wilmington is like stepping into a place that is steeped in yesterday's culture with all the benefits of modern living. This area was settled in 1732, and the historic downtown district covers 230 large blocks of homes, businesses, and landmark buildings. If this is where you choose to live, you'll have all that Wilmington has to offer at your fingertips...or at least a short walk from your front door!

Those looking for homes for sale in historic downtown Wilmington often do so because of the blend of history and modern culture. Historic buildings and homes make visitors yearn for yesteryear, while small shops and locally-owned restaurants deliver the best of Wilmington to visitors and residents alike. Those who live in this area can find food, entertainment, and shopping without ever having to get in a car.

There are homes in many different price ranges in downtown Wilmington. From Victorian style mansions in the historic district to condos available in the heart of Downtown Wilmington or with a view of the Cape Fear River. Those looking for less expensive homes in the historic downtown Wilmington area can often find affordable historic bungalows and rental properties. Many of these homes were built in the late 1800s to the early 1900s. With renovations done in the last decade. These homes bring together the classic design of the past with the technological advances of today.

Those who move to historic downtown Wilmington can expect to become enthralled with the city. There are museums of all types, hundreds of shops, art galleries, delicious restaurants serving up local and foreign cuisine, and horse-drawn carriages touring the brick-lined streets of the area. Festivals throughout the year liven up the city and highlight the city's rich history and cultural variety. There's no reason to ever have a boring weekend if you live in historic downtown Wilmington.

One of the most favored spots in historic downtown Wilmington is the Riverwalk. This boardwalk runs along the river and lets visitors catch a fresh breeze off of the water. That's not the only way to enjoy the water here. Daily boat rides give tours of the area and allow you to enjoy the sights of the city.

Latest Downtown Wilmington NC Real Estate

822 Macumber Alley, Wilmington $199,000

Cute cottage in Historic District on the North side of downtown. Original wood floors, spacious kitchen and dining room. The rocking chair front porch and back deck overl...

3 Beds
2 Baths
100122185 MLS

117 S 7th Street, Wilmington $279,900

Highly desirable location! Upstairs/downstairs duplex. 2 bedroom, 1 bath up and 2 bedroom, 1 bath down. Separately metered (water & power). Washer/Dryer hookups in each l...

6 Beds
2 Baths
100121897 MLS

1120 S 8th Street, Wilmington $124,900

2 for the price of 1. This bungalow with an alley accessible 2 story separate apartment is currently grossing $1200 per month with long term happy tenants. Live in one ...

3 Beds
1 Baths
100121863 MLS

218 N 3rd Street, Wilmington $1,975,000

Building of 8,141 square feet with parking lot situated on .39 acres in the downtown Wilmington Central Business District. Building was the retail and wholesale warehouse...

100121658 MLS

100 S 3rd Street, Wilmington $2,500,000

The Graystone Inn was built by Joseph Schad in the neo-classical revival style designed by architect Charles MacMillen in 1905. The huge Indiana limestone structure has s...

12 Beds
13 Baths
100121474 MLS

1014 Fanning Street, Wilmington $98,000

Cozy 3 bed 2 bath house with a ''rocking chair'' front porch in the downtown area. Redone in 1999 complete with new roof, new plumbing, new electric. More recent updates ...

3 Beds
2 Baths
100121395 MLS

406 S 14th Street, Wilmington $109,900

Newly renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath house on south 14th St. Quaint front porch with spacious backyard and mature tree.

2 Beds
1 Baths
100116376 MLS

613 S 7th Street, Wilmington $85,000 ▼

Creative Energy a Plus! Embrace the spirit of this original 1920 cottage located in the Hoggard High School District. This home has retained some authentic and charming f...

3 Beds
1 Baths
100120674 MLS

1008 Wright Street, Wilmington $49,900

Here's the opportunity investors have been waiting for! cozy home with carport and fenced yard, just waiting for your improvements and then your tenants! Very pleasant an...

3 Beds
1 Baths
100120575 MLS

708 Harnett Street, Wilmington $63,900 ▼

Attention investors! Here we have a rare fixer upper in the Downtown/Brooklyn Arts District. Circa 1920' This home has Two bedrooms with one bath. Deep lot at 132'. Lots...

2 Beds
1 Baths
100120175 MLS

617 S 5th Street, Wilmington $319,000

Exquisite Charleston style home located in the heart of beautiful downtown Wilmington! Walk to the riverfront and all that our historic downtown has to offer. Located a...

3 Beds
3 Baths
100119559 MLS

411 Nun Street, Wilmington $325,000

Enjoy the quiet life in this wonderfully maintained Historic Italianate Style 1891 Bowdoin - Marshall House. This 100 year old home qualifies for a Black Plaque. Update...

3 Beds
2 Baths
100119496 MLS

1109 S 3rd Street, Wilmington $185,000

Enjoy all that Historic Wilmington has to offer in this lovely turn-of-the-century, renovated 4 bedroom home in the South Front district. Minutes to Downtown Riverwalk, ...

3 Beds
1 Baths
100117217 MLS

205 N 15th Street, Wilmington $365,000

Beautiful four- bedroom, brick colonial home located in Wilmington's desirable Carolina Heights/ Winoca Terrace Historic District. Beautiful original wood floors, updated...

4 Beds
3 Baths
100119094 MLS

321 S 3rd Street, Wilmington $560,000

The Lucy M Giles House is a beautiful example of Victorian construction. Built in 1897, by the Murchison Family in Wilmington, as a rental property. The house received ...

4 Beds
4 Baths
100118945 MLS

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