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3854 Sylvan Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28403

$558,000

Home List Price

$6,626*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
2,396 SqFt
$233/SqFt
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3854 Sylvan Dr, Wilmington$558,000

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$6,626*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Gravel, Paved, Off Street
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1960
HeatingFireplace(s), Heat Pump
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Fireplace1
Private PoolYes
MLS #100481824
Lot Size0.40 Acres
StatusActive

About 3854 Sylvan Dr

Welcome to Lincoln Forest! An established neighborhood with it's own unique charm, located right in the heart of Wilmington, in Mid-town. Nestled within the sought-after Hoggard school district, this home offers nearly 2,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on a spacious .4-acre corner lot with four generously sized bedrooms and two fully updated bathrooms. Beautiful hardwoods and LVP flooring throughout the home and an open floor plan. The updated kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring smooth granite countertops, a gas range, and a sleek stainless-steel refrigerator. Other updates include brand-new windows, new storm doors, a new back exterior door, fresh interior paint, a new electrical panel with space for additional breakers, a new garage door (scheduled to be installed on 1/13), brand-new gutters, flashing, soffit, fascia board and siding. The roof was replaced in 2019 and the HVAC was replaced in 2018 and regularly serviced. Additionally, the crawlspace has been encapsulated and a dehumidifier installed to help keep moisture out and preserve the wood. On top of this, the home comes with a FREE SOLAR PANEL system worth $45k! No contracts or obligations, just immediate savings in energy bills and a reduction in your carbon footprint! This home has been taken care of and is move-in ready. Living in Lincoln Forest has its perks. Shopping and restaurants are all within walking distance and there is no shortage of options. The Gary-Shell Cross-City Trail also connects to Lincoln Forest which you can use to safely bike your way to downtown, Wrightsville Beach, the movie theater, or cruise with the family to one of the nearby parks including Halyburton and Long Leaf Park! Schedule a showing today!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1960
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,396 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Carolina One Properties Inc.

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: 1

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: Yes

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Gravel, Paved, Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.40 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Coming from downtown Wilmington, take Hwy 74/76 East bound towards Wrightsville Beach. Road turns into Oleander Rd. Take Right on Lincoln Forest Rd, Take right onto Sylvan Drive, house is first home on the Left

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $558,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $233/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,209
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Wilmington, NC

City

Med. Sold Price

$432.4K

Med. Price/SqFt

$245

Avg. Days On Market

60

# of Sold Homes

271

3854 Sylvan Dr vs Wilmington

3 DAYS ON ROCKET

-57 Days

$558,000

+$125.5K More

$233/SqFt

-$12 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $125.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $12/SqFt less than other homes in Wilmington, NC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #100481824

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Carolina One Properties Inc.

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Apr 28, 2017Home Sold
$260,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,209$209,700
2019$2,208$209,700
2018$2,209$209,700
2017$1,696$209,700

History based on county public records data.

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Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,739

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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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4
/10

  • Edwin A Alderman Elementary School

  • 2025 Independence Blvd

  • 0.52 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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8
/10

  • Winter Park Elementary School

  • 204 S MacMillan Ave

  • 1.00 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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5
/10

  • Holly Tree Elementary School

  • 3020 Web Trce

  • 1.59 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $44,417. Most Wilmington, NC residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 3854 Sylvan Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 3854 Sylvan Dr property is $558,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 3854 Sylvan Dr is a house located in Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 3854 Sylvan Dr 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 $2,209 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on April 28, 2017 for $260,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 3854 Sylvan Dr has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 3854 Sylvan Dr is 2,396 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 3854 Sylvan Dr is 1960.

Rocket Homes›North Carolina›New Hanover County›Wilmington›28403›3854 Sylvan Dr

This home is located at 3854 Sylvan Dr in Wilmington, NC and zip code 28403 in the Lincoln Forest neighborhood. This 2,396 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.40 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 03, 2025 and is currently priced at $558,000.

Wilmington, NC housing market in December 2024 saw over 44 listings sold above listed price, more than 52 sold at listed price and over 175 sold below. In December 2024 in Wilmington, NC there were 8.6% less homes for sale than in November 2024. While the average time on the market in December 2024 was 60 days, the median list price was $432,426.

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

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