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1721 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC, 28405

$734,900

Home List Price

$8,727*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
2,798 SqFt
$263/SqFt
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1721 Chestnut St, Wilmington$734,900

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingOff Street, Paved
Attached Garage4 spaces
Year Built1918
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
WaterfrontNone
Fireplace1
MLS #100480053
Lot Size0.25 Acres
StatusActive

About 1721 Chestnut St

This beautiful home, with a remodeled separate Carriage House apartment with off- street parking, is located on a handsome corner lot in one of Wilmington's most desirable neighborhoods, the historic Mansion District of Carolina Heights. Known for its stately homes and tree lined streets, this area has served as the backdrop for popular TV shows and movies such as Dawson's Creek, One Tree Hill, Under the Dome, and A Walk to Remember. The home itself features beautiful original Heart Pine floors throughout. On the first floor, you'll find a spacious living room which leads to a den/study/office room, a formal dining room, a butler's pantry, a half bath, a laundry room, and a kitchen. A 300-square-foot sunroom provides the perfect spot for breakfast, yoga, or an afternoon nap. It also boasts a gas fireplace for cozy evenings.Upstairs, the master suite is generously sized with a full bath. Additionally, there are two more bedrooms and another full bath. The home also includes a basement and attic space for extra storage.The property offers three off-street parking spaces and a fenced yard with arbors, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. An added bonus is the separate building featuring a remodeled one-bedroom apartment. The apartment includes a kitchen, dining area, living room, full bath, and laundry room on the lower level, with a bedroom upstairs. The apartment can be rented for $1500/month long-term, however has much better cash flow when marketed as a short-term rental. In 2023 it averaged $2,500/ month. There's also more upstairs space in the apartment for an additional full bath and closet, with plumbing already roughed-in, allowing for easy customization.This beautiful home offers a blend of historic charm, modern amenities, and versatile living spaces, making it an ideal property for a variety of uses.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Historic District
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,798 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave
  • Interior: Apt/Suite
  • Fireplace: 1

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront: None
  • Exterior: None

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 4 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Off Street, Paved

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.25 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Market street towards downtown, turn right on 18th st. Home on the NW corner of 18th and Chestnut.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $734,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $263/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $4,804
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Wilmington, NC.

Med. Sold Price

$428.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$244

Avg. Days On Market

53

# of Sold Homes

218

1721 Chestnut St vs Wilmington

4 DAYS ON ROCKET

-49 Days

$734,900

+$306.5K More

$263/SqFt

+$18 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $306.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $18/SqFt more than other homes in Wilmington, NC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #100480053

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$4,804$456,000
2019$4,803$456,000
2018$4,804$456,000
2017$4,121$430,500

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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3
/10
  • Annie H Snipes Academy of Arts & Design

  • 2150 Chestnut St

  • 0.36 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades KG-5

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2
/10
  • Rachel Freeman School of Engineering

  • 2601 Princess Place Dr

  • 0.83 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades KG-5

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1
/10
  • Forest Hills Global Elementary School

  • 602 Colonial Dr

  • 0.96 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $84,924. Residents of Wilmington, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1721 Chestnut St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1721 Chestnut St property is $734,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 1721 Chestnut St is a house located in Wilmington, North Carolina, 28405.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1721 Chestnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $4,804 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1721 Chestnut St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1721 Chestnut St is 2,798 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1721 Chestnut St is 1918.

Rocket Homes›North Carolina›New Hanover County›Wilmington›28405›1721 Chestnut St

This home is located at 1721 Chestnut St in Wilmington, NC and zip code 28405 in the Chestnut neighborhood. This 2,798 square foot home, which was built in 1918, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 14, 2024 and is currently priced at $734,900.

While more than 38 listings in Wilmington, NC in November 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 47 listings sold at asking price, and more than 133 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Wilmington, NC decreased by 5.6% between October 2024 and November 2024. Listings spent 53 days on the market in November 2024, and had a median list price of $428,375 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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