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  • $1,429,000

    521 Airlie Road, Wilmington, NC 28403

    3beds
    2,595sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1918
    0.67 Acres Lot
    $2,624,500 Zestimate®
    $551/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Airlie road frontage jewelPrestigious frontage
    Airlie Road Frontage Gem in Wrightsville Sound - A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity. A truly rare find in the coveted Airlie Gardens/Wrightsville Sound neighborhood—this Airlie Road frontage jewel offers an unparalleled blend of location, history, and opportunity. Set amidst the backdrop of Wrightsville Beach's finest coastal living, this property represents a generational opportunity for those seeking luxury, privacy, and future development potential. Premier Airlie Road Frontage. Rarely does a property with such prestigious frontage become available, and even rarer is land offering direct road access on Airlie that is not landlocked. This is your chance to own on one of Wilmington's most iconic streets perfectly positioned for those who value both privacy and proximity. The original 1918 home has recent upgrades, including a **new roof** and HVAC system (2020). Side by side photos are renderings of potential renovations. Whether you restore the original residence, build your dream home or utilize the expansive lot to develop 3-4 luxury homes with zoning approval. This multi-million-dollar location provides substantial development potential for builders, developers, and future coastal homeowners. Located just 0.3 miles from Coastal Airlie Gardens and close to **Wrightsville Beach. this property offers convenient access to natural beauty and the coast. Enjoy nearby dining at local favorites like Fish House Grill (0.6 miles) and Bridge Tender** (0.5 miles), both offering excellent waterfront experiences just a short distance away. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create something extraordinary, whether as a private estate or a high-end development project, in one of the region's most sought-after locations. Make this rare opportunity yours by submitting your offer today.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 01, 2026 at 04:52pm

    Listed by:

    Joy Yascone 919-904-5918,

    Ivester Jackson Christie's,

    Faith H Yascone 917-858-9565,

    Ivester Jackson Christie's

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100468590MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Nook, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room, Office, Other
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 20 x 11
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 20 x 11
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 12 x 11
      Bonus room
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 26 x 19
      Breakfast nook
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 13 x 11
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 21 x 9
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 13 x 8
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 20 x 12
      Office
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 12 x 6
      Other
      • Description: Covered Porch
      • Dimensions: 7.7 x 16.6
      Other
      • Description: Deck
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 26 x 12
      Heating
      • Electric, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Master Downstairs
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,595
      • Total interior livable area: 2,595 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
      • Fencing: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: See Remarks
      • Frontage type: See Remarks
      Lot
      • Size: 0.67 Acres
      • Dimensions: 132 x 415 x 132 x 415
      Details
      • Parcel number: R05700006011001
      • Zoning: R-15
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1918

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Airlie
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Wilmington

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $551/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $517,400
      • Annual tax amount: $4,501
      • Date on market: 2/22/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 549 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
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        Estimated market value

        $2,624,500

        $2.49M - $2.76M

        $4,698/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        10/10/2024Listed for sale$1,429,000$551/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100468590 Report a problem
        9/29/2024Listing removed$1,429,000$551/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100468260 Report a problem
        9/28/2024Listed for sale$1,429,000+90.7%$551/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100468263 Report a problem
        6/28/2022Listing removed--
        Source: Hive MLS #100202106 Report a problem
        6/13/2022Pending sale$749,500$289/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100202106 Report a problem
        11/19/2020Price change$749,500-6.3%$289/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty #100202106 Report a problem
        1/31/2020Listed for sale$799,900+10565.3%$308/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty #100202106 Report a problem
        7/15/2003Sold$7,500+400%$3/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        3/1/2002Sold$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,456 -23.2%$587,300 +13.5%
        2024$4,501 +3%$517,400
        2023$4,372 -0.6%$517,400
        2022$4,398 -0.7%$517,400
        2021$4,428 +3.7%$517,400 +27.6%
        2020$4,272 $405,500
        2019$4,272 $405,500
        2018$4,272 $405,500
        2017$4,272 +33.7%$405,500 +40.7%
        2016$3,194 +4.6%$288,300
        2015$3,053 +4.4%$288,300
        2014$2,923 $288,300
        2013-- $288,300
        2012-- $288,300 -20.8%
        2011-- $364,064
        2010-- $364,064
        2009-- --
        2008-- --
        2007-- --
        2005-- $165,547
        2004-- $165,547
        2003-- $165,547
        2002-- $165,547
        2001-- $165,547
        2000-- $165,547

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $7,765/mo
        Principal & interest
        $7181
        Property taxes
        $584
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: Wrightsville Sound

          Getting around

          33 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          18 / 100
          Minimal Transit
          33 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

          GreatSchools rating
          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: Wrightsville Beach
          • Middle: Noble
          • High: Hoggard

          Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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