Welcome to your secret garden in the heart of Wilmington.This charming 3 bed, 2 bath bungalow built in 1928 sits on .92 acres in the sought after neighborhood of Brookwood, adjacent to Forest Hills. Extensive renovations were completed in 2013, including updated electrical and plumbing. This home has had many updates since, with a new roof in 2019, heat pump in 2022, irrigation well in 2014, hot water heater in 2023 and beautifully landscaped and extensive gardens designed for entertaining. As you step inside, you will find 9' ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, marble countertops and a gas range in the kitchen, plantation shutters, a spa like primary bath, walk in laundry room/pantry, and a private side porch, in addition to many outdoor seating areas in the garden. The concrete floored walk in storage under the house and the floored attic offer plenty of storage, in addition to a gardening shed/workshop.This property is truly a hidden gem and must be seen in person to fully appreciate the beauty of the extensive gardens and the surrounding area. The back of the property, beyond the fence, borders Burnt Mill Creek near Forest Hills Elementary. This location is walkable and bike-able to Cargo District, Soda Pop District, Downtown and Midtown and is only a 15 minute drive to Wrightsville Beach. This is a rare find!
Sold for $675,000 on 09/22/23
$675,000
2408 Metts Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403
3beds
1,598sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.93 Acres Lot
$741,500 Zestimate®
$422/sqft
$2,475 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 03, 2023 at 12:25pm
Listed by:
Stacia J Welborn 910-620-6776,
RE/MAX Essential
Bought with:
Anna M Almond, 288764
Real Broker LLC
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100396874
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Description: 3rd bedroom currently used as walk in closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Sunroom
- Description: Not included in sq.footage due to ceiling height.
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Heating
- Gas Pack
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Solid Surface, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Unfinished
- Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,598
- Total interior livable area: 1,598 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: Creek
Lot
- Size: 0.93 Acres
- Dimensions: 50 x 826 x 61 x 792
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: R05408010019000
- Zoning: R-7
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security Lights
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Brookwood
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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