The best location in Wilmington: Walk or bike to restaurants, shopping, schools, even the beach. This beautiful, updated home is on a large .46 acre with privacy fencing, mature landscaping with fine specimens of producing pecan, almond, and plum trees, lots of azaleas and other plants. Private gazebo draped in wisteria, brick paver paths, 8'' x 16''garden shed for tools, mower, etc. 1,214 sq ft garage can store 4 cars and has a separate workshop area. This space can be used for home based business (buyer to check zoning laws), wood shop, hobbies, etc. Area has exhaust fan, and pull down steps to access a full stand up attic (room). More closets in laundry room. No shortage on storage in this home. Master has a large approx 14' x 19' walk in closet, beautiful oversized shower w/2 shower heads, all 4 BR's hardwood floored, ceramic in baths. Updated kitchen has downdraft Jenn-air, ceramic flr, lighted pot rack & recycle center, eat in area & pantry. Home Warranty Included.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$234Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Stephanie Smith• Select Premium Properties Inc.
Bought with Harper Fraser• Intracoastal Realty Corp
Source:Hive MLS #30468488
Redfin Estimate
$652,251
$217K since sold in December 2020$12K since October
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This home's estimate is 1.9% lower than the average sale price ($665K) of 6 comparable homes.
The best location in Wilmington: Walk or bike to restaurants, shopping, schools, even the beach. This beautiful, updated home is on a large .46 acre with privacy fencing, mature landscaping with fine specimens of producing pecan, almond, and plum trees, lots of azaleas and other plants. Private gazebo draped in wisteria, brick paver paths, 8'' x 16''garden shed for tools, mower, etc. 1,214 sq ft garage can store 4 cars and has a separate workshop area. This space can be used for home based business (buyer to check zoning laws), wood shop, hobbies, etc. Area has exhaust fan, and pull down steps to access a full stand up attic (room). More closets in laundry room. No shortage on storage in this home. Master has a large approx 14' x 19' walk in closet, beautiful oversized shower w/2 shower heads, all 4 BR's hardwood floored, ceramic in baths. Updated kitchen has downdraft Jenn-air, ceramic flr, lighted pot rack & recycle center, eat in area & pantry. Home Warranty Included.
Hive MLS #30437325
Dec 17, 2009
Listing Removed
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Aug 18, 2009
Listed
$350,000
$126/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1980
Sold
$71,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,230 (+19.0%)
$216,600 + $290,000
$506,600
2025
$2,713 (−18.2%)
$216,600 + $290,000
$506,600
2024
$3,316 (+3.0%)
$216,600 + $290,000
$506,600
2023
$3,221 (−0.6%)
$131,000 + $250,200
$381,200
2022
$3,240 (−0.7%)
$131,000 + $250,200
$381,200
2021
$3,262 (−2.5%)
$131,000 + $250,200
$381,200
2019
$3,347
$65,000 + $252,700
$317,700
2018
$3,347
$65,000 + $252,700
$317,700
2017
$3,347 (+17.9%)
$65,000 + $252,700
$317,700
2016
$2,838 (+4.6%)
$65,000 + $252,700
$317,700
2015
$2,713 (+4.5%)
$65,000 + $191,200
$256,200
2014
$2,597
$65,000 + $191,200
$256,200
Tax history for 117 Bretonshire Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,230 (+19.0%)
$216,600 + $290,000
$506,600
2025
$2,713 (−18.2%)
$216,600 + $290,000
$506,600
2024
$3,316 (+3.0%)
$216,600 + $290,000
$506,600
2023
$3,221 (−0.6%)
$131,000 + $250,200
$381,200
2022
$3,240 (−0.7%)
$131,000 + $250,200
$381,200
2021
$3,262 (−2.5%)
$131,000 + $250,200
$381,200
2019
$3,347
$65,000 + $252,700
$317,700
2018
$3,347
$65,000 + $252,700
$317,700
2017
$3,347 (+17.9%)
$65,000 + $252,700
$317,700
2016
$2,838 (+4.6%)
$65,000 + $252,700
$317,700
2015
$2,713 (+4.5%)
$65,000 + $191,200
$256,200
2014
$2,597
$65,000 + $191,200
$256,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
R-15
Residential District
This district is established for low density residential development and other compatible uses. Recognition of the existing residential development pattern located within the city and on its fringes creates a need for this district to preserve the character of these established neighborhoods and protect their associated property values. Land uses considered harmful to the health, safety and welfare of district residents shall be prohibited from infringing upon the livability of the residential areas within the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 813
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Partial
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 10
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Electric
Heating Type: Heat Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Prefab
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Concrete
Building Style Type: Split Level
Building Construction Quality: Good
Exterior Wall: Brick Frame/Stone
Roof Shape Type: Wood Joist
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: WINDEMERE SEC 07
Living Sq. Ft: 2,783
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,625
Building Sq. Ft: 2,783
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: 191 SEC 7 WINDEMERE
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 832
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 20,077
Legal Lot Number: 191
Municipality Name: WILMINGTON
Acres: 0.4609
Zoning Code: R-15
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: WILMINGTON
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,783
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: 1986
County: New Hanover County
APN: R05019-002-012-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
John J Blair Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
M C S Noble Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
New Hanover High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$620,000 – $751,000
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