This property is in need of a complete renovation and has a survey available for review. The tax value of the property is assessed at 503k, and it is zoned R20, offering potential for development or renovation and development combined. Situated on nearly 2 acres, the property features a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom brick ranch home with a large rear detached wired workshop and garage. It is noteworthy that the property is not located in a subdivision, offering a more rural living experience without HOA fees or city taxes. Additionally, the property is equipped with two septic tanks and a well, although the conditions of both are currently unknown. Conveniently located less than a mile off Castle Hayne Rd, the property is less than 6 miles from Downtown Wilmington and just over 9 miles from Wrightsville Beach. Given the significant renovation needs, it is advisable to engage a contractor for this property rather than attempting to address the renovations as a handyman.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
1.98 acresLot Size
$178Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Basil Williams• Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
1.98 acre corner lot. The house is in fair condition. It needs updating. Only cash offers will be considered. Verified funds are required with offer. Submit highest and best offers. An offer will be accepted prior to 3/15/25. Closing must be on or before 3/25/25. The foreclosure sale date is 4/1/25. Call listing agent with questions.
Hive MLS #30528180
Feb 4, 2016
Sold
$142,000
$70/sq ft
Sep 16, 2015
Listed
$155,000
$77/sq ft
+25
Move in ready 3 bedroom home on over 2 acres of beautiful land! There's a welcoming front porch plus a ramp to make this wonderful home handicap accessible. Upon stepping inside this charming home you enter the formal family room which has beautiful laminate wood flooring. French doors open up into the dining room & kitchen. The kitchen has a glass top stove, dishwasher, lots of cabinetry, & lots of counter space for prepping meals or rolling out cookies. Long windows over the counters & sink let in lots of natural light. The spacious 23x19 living room has a cozy wood burning fireplace with brick surround. There is a 15x7 bonus room at the end of the house that is ideal for convenient storage. The 3 bedrooms have carpet while the 2 full bathrooms both have tile flooring. One of
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,979 (+56.0%)
$145,100 + $358,200
$503,300
2025
$1,269 (+22.9%)
$145,100 + $358,200
$503,300
2024
$1,032 (+0.6%)
$145,100 + $358,200
$503,300
2023
$1,026 (−0.9%)
$82,900 + $100,500
$183,400
2022
$1,035 (+1.9%)
$82,900 + $100,500
$183,400
2021
$1,016 (−5.8%)
$82,900 + $100,500
$183,400
2020
$1,078
$82,900 + $100,500
$183,400
2019
$1,078
$42,800 + $127,700
$170,500
2018
$1,078 (−2.3%)
$42,800 + $127,700
$170,500
2017
$1,104 (−19.1%)
$42,800 + $127,700
$170,500
2016
$1,365 (+7.6%)
$42,800 + $127,700
$170,500
2015
$1,268 (+1.7%)
$42,800 + $154,200
$197,000
2014
$1,247
$42,800 + $154,200
$197,000
Tax history for 1521 Oakley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,979 (+56.0%)
$145,100 + $358,200
$503,300
2025
$1,269 (+22.9%)
$145,100 + $358,200
$503,300
2024
$1,032 (+0.6%)
$145,100 + $358,200
$503,300
2023
$1,026 (−0.9%)
$82,900 + $100,500
$183,400
2022
$1,035 (+1.9%)
$82,900 + $100,500
$183,400
2021
$1,016 (−5.8%)
$82,900 + $100,500
$183,400
2020
$1,078
$82,900 + $100,500
$183,400
2019
$1,078
$42,800 + $127,700
$170,500
2018
$1,078 (−2.3%)
$42,800 + $127,700
$170,500
2017
$1,104 (−19.1%)
$42,800 + $127,700
$170,500
2016
$1,365 (+7.6%)
$42,800 + $127,700
$170,500
2015
$1,268 (+1.7%)
$42,800 + $154,200
$197,000
2014
$1,247
$42,800 + $154,200
$197,000
*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
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.98 Acres
Year renovated
1977
Sq. Ft.
2,307
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Hanover County
APN
R03306-003-003-000
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
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, Unpaved, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
Interior Features
Appliances: None
Flooring: Wood
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Laundry Features: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
Fencing: None
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2026
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
Foundation Details: See Remarks
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Interior Lot
Road Frontage Type: Easement, City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 1.98
Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
Lot Size Area: 1.98
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.98
Zoning: R-20
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $958.27
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Utilities: See Remarks
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Wrightsboro
Middle Or Junior School: Holly Shelter
High School District: New Hanover
High School: New Hanover
Location Information
Directions: From Castle Hayne south on Castle Hayne Rd, right onto Oakley Rd, Left on Castle Hayne Rd, property on Left.
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,307
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1977
County: New Hanover County
APN: R03306-003-003-000
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 • 0.7mi
3/10
Holly Shelter Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
8/10
New Hanover High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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
0.46% 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
Castle Hayne, NC • 28429
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$342,000 – $414,000
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