Truly charming, coastal cottage on sought after Summer Rest Road was renovated by respected master craftsman, Wright Holman. The home sits high on a bluff and offers exceptional views of the Intracoastal Waterway from its peaceful front porch. Enjoy the ease of water access provided by your private dock and boat slip with lift just out your front door. This home has all the fine features of a Wright Holman design including 5 inch Cape Fear Riverwood floors and mantle, custom trim and a large 1st floor Master Suite with private office and laundry. Three additional rooms are upstairs to accommodate all your guests. Enjoy a sunny morning in the Carolina room leading to a private backyard deck featuring a grand Live Oak. There is even a apartment over the carport / garage offering an additional 521 SF of guest space. An outdoor shower and fish cleaning area top off this backyard retreat. Charm, spectacular views, and its proximity to Wrightsville Beach, restaurants, shopping and walking trails make this one-of-a-kind! Meticulously maintained and move-in ready for this summer. Call today to schedule your private showing of the best that Wilmington has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$1,122Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Kelli Lazzaro• Landfall Realty, LLC
Bought with Kraig Marquis Team Marquis• Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
MUST SEE W.F. COTTAGE W/ PROTECTED DOCK / LIFT. CHARMING SEPARATE GUEST QTRS. MASS- IVE LIVE OAK CANOPIES KIT & OUTDOOR DINING AREA.OWNER FINANCE.EXTRA LOT FOR ADDITION.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,610 (−25.5%)
$2,547,900 + $388,300
$2,936,200
2024
$16,935 (+10.2%)
$2,547,900 + $388,300
$2,936,200
2023
$15,374 (−0.6%)
$1,777,400 + $169,200
$1,946,600
2022
$15,465 (−0.7%)
$1,619,600 + $199,800
$1,819,400
2021
$15,570 (−11.2%)
$1,619,600 + $199,800
$1,819,400
2020
$17,536
$1,619,600 + $199,800
$1,819,400
2019
$17,536
$1,293,600 + $371,100
$1,664,700
2018
$17,536
$1,293,600 + $371,100
$1,664,700
2017
$17,536 (+32.9%)
$1,293,600 + $371,100
$1,664,700
2016
$13,192 (+4.6%)
$1,293,600 + $371,100
$1,664,700
2015
$12,609 (+4.4%)
$930,600 + $260,100
$1,190,700
2014
$12,073
$930,600 + $260,100
$1,190,700
Tax history for 215 Summer Rest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,610 (−25.5%)
$2,547,900 + $388,300
$2,936,200
2024
$16,935 (+10.2%)
$2,547,900 + $388,300
$2,936,200
2023
$15,374 (−0.6%)
$1,777,400 + $169,200
$1,946,600
2022
$15,465 (−0.7%)
$1,619,600 + $199,800
$1,819,400
2021
$15,570 (−11.2%)
$1,619,600 + $199,800
$1,819,400
2020
$17,536
$1,619,600 + $199,800
$1,819,400
2019
$17,536
$1,293,600 + $371,100
$1,664,700
2018
$17,536
$1,293,600 + $371,100
$1,664,700
2017
$17,536 (+32.9%)
$1,293,600 + $371,100
$1,664,700
2016
$13,192 (+4.6%)
$1,293,600 + $371,100
$1,664,700
2015
$12,609 (+4.4%)
$930,600 + $260,100
$1,190,700
2014
$12,073
$930,600 + $260,100
$1,190,700
*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
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
1969
Sq. Ft.
2,108
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Hanover County
APN
R05714-002-008-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
R-20
Residential District
The R-20, Residential District is established as a residential district in which the principal use of land is for low density residential and recreational purposes. The regulations of this district are intended to discourage any use which because of its character would substantially interfere with the development of residences and which would be detrimental to the quiet residential nature of the areas included 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: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Carport, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings
Window Features: Shutters
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave