Experience the rare opportunity to live in one of Wilmington's most sought-after neighborhoods. This stunning custom-built one-story traditional home is situated on a large 0.45-acre corner lot in the South Oleander neighborhood. The yard features mature azaleas, camellias and shady native pines that offer a serene retreat bathed in the filtered light. With 2,418 square feet, this 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath, home offers a traditional floor plan with formal living room, dining room, and a spacious family room featuring a wood-burning fireplace. Glass paneled doors allow you to step through the family room onto the walled brick patio courtyard, where an additional outdoor fireplace invites alfresco gatherings. Extensively remodeled in 2022, this home showcases a blend of modern luxury and classic elegance. Recent improvements include a new HVAC system, updated kitchen appliances, and a roof installed in 2018. The renovated kitchen boasts new cabinetry, flooring, lighting fixtures, a farm sink, and a tile backsplash that extends to the ceiling. Notable enhancements include a 6' cased opening between the kitchen and family room, removal of carpet and baseboard heaters with new hardwood floors. All renovated bathrooms featuring details such as an enlarged shower in the primary bathroom, new tub in the secondary bathroom, new fixtures, cabinets toilets and stylish finishes. Throughout the home, new blinds complement the fresh interior paint, while solid brass door locks, house numbers, and kick plates add a touch of sophistication to the front and back doors. This residence also features a cedar closet, two water heaters, beautiful moldings, and solid wood doors with brass hardware. Convenience meets functionality with side entry parking area and covered carport. There is also a garage storage room and pull-down stairs providing access to additional attic storage. Please see list of all improvements attached to the listing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
0.45 acresLot Size
$396Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Nieves• St James Properties LLC, Marina Office
Bought with Ashley Garner• Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Beautiful custom-built one-story traditional home on 0.45 acre in South Oleander. Located on a corner lot landscaped with native pines, whose filtered light provides comfortable shade for a yard with mature azaleas and camellias. This home has many recent improvements including new HVAC, new kitchen appliances (cooktop, hood, oven, microwave and refrigerator) and a 2 year old roof. The house interior is also entirely repainted, along with new wallpaper (baths and kitchen) and new bedroom carpets. Custom built, the house has a locking cedar closet, two water heaters, beautiful moldings, and solid wood doors with brass hardware. The house extends to covered parking with easy stair free access. Pull down stairs in the utility closet provide additional attic storage. The house includes 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, formal living and dining rooms, and a large family room with a wood burning fireplace opening onto a walled brick patio with an additional brick outdoor fireplace. The property is located close to shopping, restaurants, and New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Public Records
May 1, 1995
Sold
$240,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,104 (+95.0%)
$506,900 + $293,700
$800,600
2025
$2,618 (−35.3%)
$506,900 + $293,700
$800,600
2024
$4,044 (+3.2%)
$506,900 + $293,700
$800,600
2023
$3,918 (+9.4%)
$175,500 + $289,300
$464,800
2019
$3,583
$125,400 + $214,700
$340,100
2018
$3,583
$125,400 + $214,700
$340,100
2017
$3,583 (+30.8%)
$125,400 + $214,700
$340,100
2016
$2,738 (+4.6%)
$125,400 + $214,700
$340,100
2015
$2,617 (+4.4%)
$69,000 + $178,200
$247,200
2014
$2,506
$69,000 + $178,200
$247,200
Tax history for 1726 Hawthorne Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,104 (+95.0%)
$506,900 + $293,700
$800,600
2025
$2,618 (−35.3%)
$506,900 + $293,700
$800,600
2024
$4,044 (+3.2%)
$506,900 + $293,700
$800,600
2023
$3,918 (+9.4%)
$175,500 + $289,300
$464,800
2019
$3,583
$125,400 + $214,700
$340,100
2018
$3,583
$125,400 + $214,700
$340,100
2017
$3,583 (+30.8%)
$125,400 + $214,700
$340,100
2016
$2,738 (+4.6%)
$125,400 + $214,700
$340,100
2015
$2,617 (+4.4%)
$69,000 + $178,200
$247,200
2014
$2,506
$69,000 + $178,200
$247,200
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
2,442
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Hanover County
APN
R05420-004-012-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
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
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Covered, Concrete, Lighted, On Site, Paved
Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
Fencing: None
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2418
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Security Features: Security System
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 0.45
Lot Size Dimensions: 99 x 203 x 95 x 204
Lot Size Area: 0.45
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.45
Zoning: X
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Alderman
Middle Or Junior School: Williston
High School: New Hanover
Location Information
Directions: From Oleander Drive, turn south onto Hawthorne Road. The home will be in the right side on the corner of Hawthorne Road and Churchill Drive.
Subdivision Name: South Oleander
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,442
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 1987
County: New Hanover County
APN: R05420-004-012-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Brunswick County Association of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
Edwin A Alderman Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Williston Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
New Hanover High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
3/10
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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 105° 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
$911,000 – $1.10M
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