1805 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28405 – MLS# 100501826
Property Map
Street View
Courtesy of Julie Cunius, Intracoastal Realty Corp
Description
Presented for sale is the Allen House- a timeless gem where character & charm exude from this fantastic home nestled in the heart of one of Wilmington’s most cherished historic neighborhoods, Carolina Heights. Step back in time & experience over 3200 sf of beautifully preserved living space featuring a grand entry foyer, intricate woodwork, transom windows, tall ceilings & doorways, elegant formal areas & 5 fireplaces/ Every single detail speaks to quality craftsmanship & historic appeal. This gracious 4 bedroom 2 bath home has a spacious first floor layout w/ large formal gathering rooms, a light-filled kitchen plus a cozy den/ library or office. Upstairs you will find 4 bedrooms which include a laundry area, bathroom & access to 2 additional partially finished bonus rooms on the 3rd level-ideal for an extra bedroom, ensuite or space for hobbies, guests or a quiet retreat. Perfectly suited for those who appreciate community, convenience & a graceful mix of architectural styles, coupled with tree-lined streets & sidewalks offering a vibrant walkable lifestyle. This lovely home has enclosed back porches on both levels- ideal for relaxing or entertaining- leading out to a spacious, story-book backyard, beautifully shaded w/ tons of mature landscaping, PLUS a detached garage with alley access providing rear or front entrance and extra parking options. Recent updates include a new slate roof, gutters, down spots and vent flashing (2017); new Certainteed shingle garage roof (2022), AND a freshly painted interior! A cool, very dry basement off the kitchen provides great additional storage space. All of this just minutes from scenic downtown Riverfront, ILM Airport, local parks, museums, shopping, theaters & countless fabulous dining options Make this opportunity to own the Allen House, which holds a coveted historic plaque celebrating its legacy in the community, yours today.. Welcome Home!
HOA Amenities
Property Details and Features
Property Access
- Road Type/Frontage: Alley,Public (City/Cty/St),Paved,Maintained
Appliances & Equipment
- Refrigerator
- Vent Hood
- Stove/Oven – Electric
Attic Information
- Scuttle
- Stairs – Perm
Basement
- Finished – Partial
Bathrooms
- 2 total bathrooms
- 2 full bathrooms
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
Building
- Heated SqFt Range: 3000 – 3499
- 3,200 heated sqft
- Built in 1909
- 2 stories
- 11 rooms
- Construction: Brick/Stone,Wood Frame
- Porch/Balcony/Deck: Enclosed,Patio,Screened,Porch
- Stories/Levels: 3 Story or More
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Dining Room
- Dining Room Type: Formal
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: None
- Exterior Finish: Wood Siding
Fence
- Back Yard
- Wood
- Partial
Fireplaces
- 3+
Floors
- Tile
- Wood
Foundation
- Crawl Space
Garage
- 2 detached garage spaces
- 2 garage spaces
Water Features
- Electric
Heating
- Gas Pack
Interior Features
- 9Ft+ Ceilings
- Foyer
- Basement
Laundry
- Laundry Location: Hookup – Dryer,Hookup – Washer
Listing
- Listed on 2025-04-15
- Construction Type: Stick Built
- List Price/SqFt: $245
- Terms: Cash,Conventional
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Zip Code: 28405
- Latitude: 34.238661
- Longitude: -77.925787
- Subdivision: Carolina Heights
- City Limits: Yes
Lot
- 9,888 sqft lot
- Lot Dimensions: 60x165x60x165
- 0.23 acres
Parking
- Off Street
- See Remarks
- On Site
Possession
- At Closing
Property
- Zoning: R-7
Roof
- Shingle
- Slate
Additional Rooms
- Rooms: Bedroom 2,Other,Master Bedroom,Living Room,Laundry,Kitchen,Dining Room,Den,Bedroom 3
Schools
- School District: New Hanover
Taxes
- Tax Assessed Value: $496,700
- Property Taxes: $4,321
- City Tax Rate: 6068
- Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
- Municipal Sewer
- Natural Gas Connected
- Municipal Water
- Electric Provider: Duke Progress Energy
- Sewer Provider: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
- Water Provider: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority