SELLERS MOTIVATED! This lovely home is in need of some TLC. What makes this an extraordinary property is it sits on a lush, private almost 2 acre lot with mature trees and open spaces which is perfect for entertaining. The detached oversized 2 car garage with attic space, is perfect for a workshop, a hobbyist or a small business. The partially fenced yard is great for your furry friends to roam free. this property will WOW the right buyer. Possibilities are endless! Subdivide it, build your dream home in the back and rent the house for income. No HOA, low 2021 taxes. It is close to I-140, LOCATED 2 doors down from a horse farm, 10 minutes from downtown, 15 minutes to the beach and Porter's Neck shopping.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
1.97 acresLot Size
$231Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Your Invitation to Graceful Southern Coastal Livin Bridges• Living Seaside Realty Group
Listed by Celine Barefoot• Living Seaside Realty Group
Bought with Michelle Clark-Bradley• Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Great little cottage in Castle Hayne. 2 Bed & 1 bath remodeled-newer 4'' well, gas pack, roof new in 96, great value with wired plumbed shop. 1.98 acres. Quiet country living closer to town.
Public Records
Jul 1, 1990
Sold
$26,000
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,305 (+60.3%)
$144,300 + $181,000
$325,300
2025
$814 (+1.6%)
$144,300 + $181,000
$325,300
2024
$802 (+0.7%)
$144,300 + $181,000
$325,300
2023
$796 (−0.9%)
$82,500 + $56,800
$139,300
2022
$803 (+3.6%)
$82,500 + $56,800
$139,300
2021
$775 (+1.1%)
$82,500 + $56,800
$139,300
2020
$766
$82,500 + $56,800
$139,300
2019
$766
$53,200 + $67,900
$121,100
2018
$766 (−2.3%)
$53,200 + $67,900
$121,100
2017
$784 (−10.4%)
$53,200 + $67,900
$121,100
2016
$875 (+7.5%)
$53,200 + $67,900
$121,100
2015
$814 (+1.8%)
$53,200 + $73,200
$126,400
2014
$800
$53,200 + $73,200
$126,400
Tax history for 1518 Oakley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,305 (+60.3%)
$144,300 + $181,000
$325,300
2025
$814 (+1.6%)
$144,300 + $181,000
$325,300
2024
$802 (+0.7%)
$144,300 + $181,000
$325,300
2023
$796 (−0.9%)
$82,500 + $56,800
$139,300
2022
$803 (+3.6%)
$82,500 + $56,800
$139,300
2021
$775 (+1.1%)
$82,500 + $56,800
$139,300
2020
$766
$82,500 + $56,800
$139,300
2019
$766
$53,200 + $67,900
$121,100
2018
$766 (−2.3%)
$53,200 + $67,900
$121,100
2017
$784 (−10.4%)
$53,200 + $67,900
$121,100
2016
$875 (+7.5%)
$53,200 + $67,900
$121,100
2015
$814 (+1.8%)
$53,200 + $73,200
$126,400
2014
$800
$53,200 + $73,200
$126,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.97 Acres
Year renovated
1977
Sq. Ft.
1,120
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Hanover County
APN
R03306-002-031-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
R-20
Residential 20 District
The purpose of the Residential-20 District is provide lands that accommodate primarily very low density residential development and recreational uses. District regulations discourage development that substantially interferes with the quiet residential and recreational nature of the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Library
Recreation
Golf related
Park & open space
Jan 7, 2015 • Final
Nhc residential electrical - converted
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Appliances: Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Tile, Wood
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Basement Details: None, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: None
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: Other
Roof: Metal
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1120
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Open Lot, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 1.97
Lot Size Dimensions: 171 x 605 x 116 x 740
Lot Size Area: 1.97
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.97
Zoning: R-20
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $762.67
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Wrightsboro
Middle Or Junior School: Holly Shelter
High School: New Hanover
Location Information
Directions: North on Castle Hayne Rd, turn left at the light (circle K) onto Oakley Rd, left on Oakley Loop Rd, property is on the right. Go West on I-140, take the Castle Hayne exit 17, make a left at the light onto Castle Hayne Rd then a right at the light onto Oakley Rd (circle K), next right onto Oakley Loop Rd, property is on the right.
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,120
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.97 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1977
County: New Hanover County
APN: R03306-002-031-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Wrightsboro Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
Holly Shelter Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
8/10
New Hanover High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$246,000 – $298,000
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