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5610 Forest Ave, Wilmington, NC, 28403

$375,000

Home List Price

$4,453*

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2 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,222 SqFt
$307/SqFt
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5610 Forest Ave, Wilmington$375,000

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$4,453*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDirt, Unpaved, Off Street
Year Built1940
HeatingWood Stove
CoolingCentral Air
FireplaceNone
MLS #100462202
Lot Size0.20 Acres
StatusActive

About 5610 Forest Ave

Receive up to $15,000 from the North Carolina Home Advantage Program to use towards your down payment .Experience the character and charm of this move in ready sunlit 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage. It is ideally located less than 10 minutes from the turquoise shores of Wrightsville Beach and five minutes from UNCW. Enjoy proximity to popular attractions like Jungle Rapids, as well as convenient access to grocery stores, breweries, and restaurants. When walking up onto the expansive front porch you are greeted by lovely lavender and mature trees that keep the home shady throughout the day. The newer metal roof also helps keep the cottage more energy efficient. Once you step inside you'll find a home bathed in natural light that showcases the well kept oak floors and draws your eyes up to the 9 foot tall ceilings. The freshly painted interior features a newly renovated kitchen equipped with a brand-new refrigerator, electric stove/oven, microwave range, and a new dishwasher. The updated bathroom offers a modern touch, enhancing the home's overall appeal. For added convenience, the washer and dryer come with and are located in a mudroom right off the back porch. The back yard is treelined for privacy and is equipped with a storage shed, irrigation well, and pump house. If you are looking to expand, the attic has the potential to be fully finished. Come by and experience this lovely cottage for yourself to see the possibilities of easy coastal living. When you chose our prefered lender you can get up to $550 towards your appraisal cost or a home warranty. Call to to find out much more and schedule your tour!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1940
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,222 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Electric Stove, Microwave, Dryer
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior: 1st Floor Master, Mud Room, 9Ft+ Ceilings
  • Fireplace: None

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Shutters - Functional, Thermal Windows

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Dirt, Unpaved, Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.20 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Wood Stove
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Isaac M Bear High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • New Hanover High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Wilmington Early College High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Williston Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Bradley Creek Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
  • Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5
  • Dr John Codington Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: when driving on Wrightsville Ave. turn on Forest Ave. Home will be a about a 100 yards down the road on the left.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $375,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $307/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $960
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Wilmington, NC

City

Med. Sold Price

$425.5K

Med. Price/SqFt

$244

Avg. Days On Market

44

# of Sold Homes

265

5610 Forest Ave vs Wilmington

74 DAYS ON ROCKET

+30 Days

$375,000

-$50.5K Less

$307/SqFt

+$62 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $50.5K less than the Median Sold Price and $62/SqFt more than other homes in Wilmington, NC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #100462202

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 28, 2007Home Sold
$140,500
Jun 14, 2007Home Sold
$89,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$960$91,100
2019$959$91,100
2018$960$91,100
2017$872$91,100

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.

Elementary School

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5
/10

  • Bradley Creek Elementary School

  • 6211 Greenville Loop Rd

  • 1.25 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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9
/10

  • Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School

  • 6701 Gordon Rd

  • 3.80 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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6
/10

  • Dr John Codington Elementary School

  • 4321 Carolina Beach Rd

  • 4.86 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Middle School

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3
/10

  • Williston Middle School

  • 401 S 10th St

  • 4.69 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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8
/10

  • Isaac M Bear High School

  • 630 Macmillan Ave N

  • 1.41 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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2
/10

  • New Hanover High School

  • 1307 Market St

  • 4.72 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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9
/10

  • Wilmington Early College High School

  • 4500 Blue Clay Rd

  • 7.67 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $50,429. Most Wilmington, NC residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 5610 Forest Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 5610 Forest Ave property is $375,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 5610 Forest Ave is a house located in Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 5610 Forest Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 5610 Forest Ave are:
Bradley Creek Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Dr John Codington Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
Williston Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Isaac M Bear High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
New Hanover High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Wilmington Early College High School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $960 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on September 28, 2007 for $140,500. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 5610 Forest Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 5610 Forest Ave is 1,222 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 5610 Forest Ave is 1940.

Rocket Homes›North Carolina›New Hanover County›Wilmington›28403›5610 Forest Ave

This home is located at 5610 Forest Ave in Wilmington, NC and zip code 28403 in the Eastwind / Piney Acres neighborhood. This 1,222 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $375,000.

While more than 46 listings in Wilmington, NC in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 66 listings sold at asking price, and more than 153 were sold below. In October 2024 in Wilmington, NC there were 3.5% more homes for sale than in September 2024. In October 2024 median list price was $425,528 and the average listing age was 44 days.

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

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