508 S Front Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 – MLS# 100493990
Property Map
Street View
Courtesy of Joseph S Honeycutt, Navigate Realty
Description
Step into timeless elegance with this stunningly restored 1845 Greek Revival masterpiece, known as the Wessel-Harper House. Nestled in the heart of Historic Downtown Wilmington, this home is just a short stroll from award-winning restaurants, vibrant bars, and the iconic Riverwalk, making it the perfect blend of history and modern convenience. Boasting 4,300 sq. ft. of exquisite living space, this residence features four generously sized bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. While preserving its original character, the home has been thoughtfully updated with modern touches to meet today’s lifestyle needs. Set on an oversized lot, the property offers a beautifully landscaped yard, coveted off-street parking, and even potential for a detached garage or in-law suite–a hard find in this historic district! This is more than a home; This residence is a testament to Wilmington’s architectural heritage, offering a RARE opportunity to own a piece of the city’s history.
HOA Amenities
Property Details and Features
Property Access
- Road Type/Frontage: Public (City/Cty/St)
Appliances & Equipment
- Bar Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Stove/Oven – Gas
- Stove/Oven – Electric
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Double Oven
Attic Information
- Access Only
Basement
- None
Bathrooms
- 4 total bathrooms
- 3 full bathrooms
- 1 half bathroom
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
Building
- Heated SqFt Range: 4000 – 4499
- 4,332 heated sqft
- Built in 1846
- 2 stories
- 12 rooms
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Porch/Balcony/Deck: Covered,Porch,Patio
- Stories/Levels: Two
Cooling
- Central
Dining Room
- Dining Room Type: Formal
Exterior Features
- Exterior Finish: Wood Siding
Fence
- Brick
- Metal/Ornamental
- Full
Fireplaces
- 3+
Floors
- Wood
Foundation
- Crawl Space
Garage
- Garage & Parking: Other – See Remarks: Off Street parking
- Garage & Parking: Off Street parking
Heating
- Forced Air
Interior Features
- 9Ft+ Ceilings
- Security System
- Wet Bar
- Smoke Detectors
- Blinds/Shades
Laundry
- Laundry Location: Room
Listing
- Listed on 2025-03-13
- Construction Type: Stick Built
- List Price/SqFt: $261
- Terms: Cash,Conventional
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Zip Code: 28401
- Latitude: 34.228617
- Longitude: -77.948169
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
- City Limits: Yes
Lot
- 8,059 sqft lot
- Lot Dimensions: —
- 0.18 acres
Parking
- Off Street
- On Site
Possession
- At Closing
Property
- Zoning: HD-R
- Home Warr/Termite: Home Warranty Company: TBD
- Home Warr/Termite: Home Warranty Amount: $750
- Home Warr/Termite: Home Warranty/Seller
Roof
- Metal
Additional Rooms
- Rooms: Bedroom 2,Master Bedroom,Living Room,Kitchen,Family Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 3
Schools
- School District: New Hanover
Taxes
- Tax Assessed Value: $599,300
- Property Taxes: $5,214
- City Tax Rate: 5534
- Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
- Municipal Sewer
- Municipal Water