Downtown Wilmington & Nearby Neighborhoods

Welcome to Downtown Wilmington and the neighboring communities, where you'll find a truly unique assortment of historic and modern homes, quaint shops, fantastic restaurants and plenty of Southern charm! The Downtown area is located in the western part of Wilmington, north of Greenfield Lake and south of the Wilmington International Airport. Downtown Wilmington is divided into several districts, with the Historic District being one of the most popular among locals and visitors alike. 

Whether you're searching for a modern condo with luxurious amenities, hunting for a cute little cottage on a brick-paved road, or you're hoping to invest in a stately historic mansion, Downtown Wilmington and the surrounding areas have something for just about everyone. You can even find some great starter homes and investment property if you know where to look! 

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Downtown Wilmington Homes For Sale

$5,250,000
100363625 MLS
*5 NEW CONSTRUCTION QUADPLEXES*20 Total units for sale conveniently located right on the edge of downtown Wilmington. Expected completion date is mid April 2023. Each unit has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, laundry hookups, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, stainless appliances, cabinetry with slow-close doors and drawers, and LVP flooring throughout. The first floor units will be approximately 1312 sq ft and the upper level units will be approximately 1270 sq ft (sq ft may vary slightly upon completion). Finishes are subject to change based on availability. Off-street parking available per unit with overflow parking on the street. Each unit is metered individually for power, and water/sewer is all on one meter. Please review all photos for more details. All showings must be approved with 24 hour notice for safety as this is an active construction site. Addresses include 1109 McRae, 1111 McRae, 812 Nixon, 816 Nixon, and 820 Nixon. Renderings are a visual aid only, and there may be slight variations at completion.

820 Nixon Street, Wilmington
$5,000,000
100280005 MLS
3.34 acres on the Northeast Cape Fear River directly across from the new Riverfront Park. Approximately 521 feet of Northeast Cape Fear River front and approximately 531 feet of Point Harbor Rd footage that connects to US HWY421N. Adjoining parcel also available for a total of 6 acres for development (MLS #100281016). Build your next signature housing project on the riverfront. Enjoy some of the best views Wilmington has to offer - the Wilmington Riverwalk, restaurants, USS North Carolina Battleship and its wonderful growing skyline. Only 10 minutes from downtown Wilmington where you can enjoy fine dining, festivals, concerts- indoor and outdoor, carriage rides, historic home tours , and shopping. Cross the river to enjoy classes at Cape Fear Community College and its cultural activities. This location also enjoys close proximity to Leland and its shopping opportunities. A 2 hour drive to Raleigh or Myrtle Beach for more exploring.

1480 Point Harbor Road, Wilmington
$4,000,000
100281016 MLS
2.67 acres on the Northeast Cape Fear River directly across from the new Riverfront Park. Approximately 276 feet of Northeast Cape Fear River front and approximately 238 feet of Point Harbor Rd footage that connects to US HWY421N. Adjoining parcel also available for a total of 6 acres for development (MLS #100280005). Build your next signature housing project on the riverfront. Enjoy some of the best views Wilmington has to offer - the Wilmington Riverwalk, restaurants, USS North Carolina Battleship and its wonderful growing skyline. Only 10 minutes from downtown Wilmington where you can enjoy fine dining, festivals, concerts- indoor and outdoor, carriage rides, historic home tours , and shopping. Cross the river to enjoy classes at Cape Fear Community College and its cultural activities. This location also enjoys close proximity to Leland and its shopping opportunities. A 2 hour drive to Raleigh or Myrtle Beach for more exploring.

1495 Point Harbor Road, Wilmington
$1,925,000
5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100362292 MLS
VERY RARE LEGALIZED Boarding houses setup. Package consist of 2 Single family -and 2 duplexes for a total of 6 units - 25 total rooms - Address are 718 Church, 720 Church, 905 Rankin A&B, 708 Campbell Street A&B Brings in over 16k a month - Very rare opportunity with letters from the city permitting 'Rooming houses'' which holds tremendous value! There is a huge wait list for tenants wanting to get in along with companies such as trillium and sec 8. Could also be a half way house play, senior living etc which usually rents even higher per room. Roofs are all under 6 years old. Hvacs are all under warranty and the properties have new floors and paint over past couple of years. Windows have been upgraded. With proof of funds can provide all financials.

905 Rankin Street, Wilmington
$1,800,000
100349368 MLS
Fronted at 1102 N 4th, this .34 acre lot has James Alley access at its back and 150 feet of road frontage on Swann Street to its side. This property could potentially be combined with two separately listed adjacent lands for you to develop your own unique project in the ever expanding Central Business District located in the heart of Downtown Wilmington

1102 N 4th Street, Wilmington
$1,650,000
100358610 MLS
High profile corner commercial building located in heart of CBD in historic Downtown Wilmington. Gutted and ready for upfit. Off street parking in rear. Two level. One on Front & One on Grace St. Available for sale or lease.

277 N Front Street, Wilmington
$1,380,000
100365310 MLS
Mixed use development site in a growing area in downtown Wilmington's southside. Great location across the street from the proposed Seaboard Social Hall (Food Hall & Music Venue) tentative ground breaking Q1 2023. Short walk to the South Front District, Greenfield Lake Park/Amphitheater, and just minutes from Downtown Wilmington and the Riverwalk. 45' height by right. Current concept has 1,978 SF of Retail with 69 Residential units and 70 parking spaces.

Wilmington
$1,200,000
100370895 MLS
1.77 Acres located on Medical Center Dr ideal for hospitality or medical office/ General office use.Close proximity to 17th street and medical campus of Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Medical Centre Drive Dead ends into the hospital, .75 miles north of the site. Property also has access to Carolina Beach Roads intersection with Medical Center Drive, .34 Miles South.Adjacent neighbors are Holiday Inn Express, Delany Radiology and The Healing Place is directly across the street from this property. We have attached a picture of the proposed The Healing Place's Campus on Medical Center Drive which is directly across the street from this property.Zoned as Office and Institutional there are a wide array of options for the development of this parcel. Apartments can be done under the CDMU Process, Hospitality uses, Medical Office and General Office are also permitted.The City has a new Land Development Code, which will govern the site plan for the property. We encourage interested parties to contact the City of Wilmingtons Zoning Department to learn more.Storm water and utilities are already on/at the property. Sellers agents have a survey in hand to provide to interested parties.Call agent for proposed deed restrictions.Please call listing office to schedule a showing.

945 Medical Center Drive, Wilmington
$1,100,000
100354342 MLS
Stately 5,700+ sqft downtown freestanding office on corner lot in the Wilmington Historic District. Property includes four office suites, common area restrooms and common break area. New roof, off street parking and all offices are fully leased. Financials available upon request. Advanced notice for showings required.

520 Market Street, Wilmington
$1,100,000
100323403 MLS
Great investment opportunity with high upside and value-add potential. This fully occupied package deal is perfect for someone looking to add to their buy and hold rental portfolio. 5 stand alone investment properties offered as portfolio, see attached Exhibit A. Tenants in place in all 5 properties. All units have been updated with new windows, 4 have new HVACs (not 1104), 4 units have new roofs (not 9th St), 7th St has new floors, 1220 Queen has a new deck and new fence. Gross rental income is $63,600. Full marketing package available upon request.

Wilmington
$1,050,000
12 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 100375063 MLS
*NEW CONSTRUCTION QUADRUPLEXES* 20 Total units for sale conveniently located right on the edge of downtown Wilmington. Please note this listing is for 1 building only, totaling 4 units. Please ask listing agent for availability of additional buildings. Expected completion date is mid April 2023. Each unit has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, laundry hookups, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, stainless appliances, cabinetry with slow-close doors and drawers, and LVP flooring throughout. The first floor units will be approximately 1312 sq ft and the upper level units will be approximately 1270 sq ft (sq ft may vary slightly upon completion). Finishes are subject to change based on availability. Off-street parking available per unit with overflow parking on the street. Each unit is metered individually for power, and water/sewer is all on one meter per building. Please review all photos for more details. All showings must be approved with 24 hour notice for safety as this is an active construction site. Please see 820 Nixon Street commercial listing for all 5 buildings. Renderings are a visual aid only, and there may be slight variations at completion. There will be a shared parking lot agreement between all 5 buildings for maintenance, lighting, and driveway use, please ask listing agent for details.

820 Nixon Street, Wilmington
$1,050,000
12 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 100375058 MLS
*NEW CONSTRUCTION QUADRUPLEXES* 20 Total units for sale conveniently located right on the edge of downtown Wilmington. Please note this listing is for 1 building only, totaling 4 units. Please ask listing agent for availability of additional buildings. Expected completion date is mid April 2023. Each unit has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, laundry hookups, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, stainless appliances, cabinetry with slow-close doors and drawers, and LVP flooring throughout. The first floor units will be approximately 1312 sq ft and the upper level units will be approximately 1270 sq ft (sq ft may vary slightly upon completion). Finishes are subject to change based on availability. Off-street parking available per unit with overflow parking on the street. Each unit is metered individually for power, and water/sewer is all on one meter per building. Please review all photos for more details. All showings must be approved with 24 hour notice for safety as this is an active construction site. Please see 820 Nixon Street commercial listing for all 5 buildings. Renderings are a visual aid only, and there may be slight variations at completion. There will be a shared parking lot agreement between all 5 buildings for maintenance, lighting, and driveway use, please ask listing agent for details.

816 Nixon Street, Wilmington
$1,050,000
12 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 100375051 MLS
*NEW CONSTRUCTION QUADRUPLEXES* 20 Total units for sale conveniently located right on the edge of downtown Wilmington. Please note this listing is for 1 building only, totaling 4 units. Please ask listing agent for availability of additional buildings. Expected completion date is mid April 2023. Each unit has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, laundry hookups, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, stainless appliances, cabinetry with slow-close doors and drawers, and LVP flooring throughout. The first floor units will be approximately 1312 sq ft and the upper level units will be approximately 1270 sq ft (sq ft may vary slightly upon completion). Finishes are subject to change based on availability. Off-street parking available per unit with overflow parking on the street. Each unit is metered individually for power, and water/sewer is all on one meter per building. Please review all photos for more details. All showings must be approved with 24 hour notice for safety as this is an active construction site. Please see 820 Nixon Street commercial listing for all 5 buildings. Renderings are a visual aid only, and there may be slight variations at completion. There will be a shared parking lot agreement between all 5 buildings for maintenance, lighting, and driveway use, please ask listing agent for details.

812 Nixon Street, Wilmington
$1,050,000
12 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 100375044 MLS
*NEW CONSTRUCTION QUADRUPLEXES* 20 Total units for sale conveniently located right on the edge of downtown Wilmington. Please note this listing is for 1 building only, totaling 4 units. Please ask listing agent for availability of additional buildings. Expected completion date is mid April 2023. Each unit has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, laundry hookups, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, stainless appliances, cabinetry with slow-close doors and drawers, and LVP flooring throughout. The first floor units will be approximately 1312 sq ft and the upper level units will be approximately 1270 sq ft (sq ft may vary slightly upon completion). Finishes are subject to change based on availability. Off-street parking available per unit with overflow parking on the street. Each unit is metered individually for power, and water/sewer is all on one meter per building. Please review all photos for more details. All showings must be approved with 24 hour notice for safety as this is an active construction site. Please see 820 Nixon Street commercial listing for all 5 buildings. Renderings are a visual aid only, and there may be slight variations at completion. There will be a shared parking lot agreement between all 5 buildings for maintenance, lighting, and driveway use, please ask listing agent for details.

1111 Mcrae Street, Wilmington
$1,050,000
12 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 100375038 MLS
*NEW CONSTRUCTION QUADRUPLEXES* 20 Total units for sale conveniently located right on the edge of downtown Wilmington. Please note this listing is for 1 building only, totaling 4 units. Please ask listing agent for availability of additional buildings. Expected completion date is mid April 2023. Each unit has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, laundry hookups, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, stainless appliances, cabinetry with slow-close doors and drawers, and LVP flooring throughout. The first floor units will be approximately 1312 sq ft and the upper level units will be approximately 1270 sq ft (sq ft may vary slightly upon completion). Finishes are subject to change based on availability. Off-street parking available per unit with overflow parking on the street. Each unit is metered individually for power, and water/sewer is all on one meter per building. Please review all photos for more details. All showings must be approved with 24 hour notice for safety as this is an active construction site. Please see 820 Nixon Street commercial listing for all 5 buildings. Renderings are a visual aid only, and there may be slight variations at completion. There will be a shared parking lot agreement between all 5 buildings for maintenance, lighting, and driveway use, please ask listing agent for details.

1109 Mcrae Street, Wilmington

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