Welcome to historic Princess Place. This charming cottage with rocking chair front porch has been completely renovated even down to the light fixtures & newer windows! The homeowners were mindful to keep the old world charm. The eat-in kitchen is all new with custom high-end hickory cabinets, granite countertop & stainless appliances. The hardwoods throughout are beautiful! The formal dining room features picture molding & wood flooring. The great room has a fireplace, crown molding & wood flooring. Downstairs are 2 guest rooms, full bath, & laundry room. Upstairs is the master retreat with completely renovated bath with spa like shower. The open space upstairs can be used as reading area, office, exercise or enclose the space for another bedroom. Outside is an upstairs back porch,
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$216Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jennifer Farmer• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Bought with Jennifer Farmer• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Charming cottage with rocking chair front porch in Princess Place. This home has been completely renovated even down to the light fixtures & newer windows! The homeowners were mindful to keep the old world charm. The eat in kitchen is all new with custom high-end hickory cabinets, granite& stainless appliances. The hardwoods throughout are beautiful! The formal dining room features picture molding & wood flooring. The great room has a fireplace, crown molding & wood flooring. Downstairs are 2 guest rooms, full bath, & laundry room. Upstairs is the master retreat with completely renovated bath with spa like shower. The open space upstairs can be used as reading area, office, exercise or enclosed for another bedroom. The master has a private deck as well. Outside is a covered front & back porch, fire pit area & oyster roaster! There is a small shed perfect for storage. The large shed is HUGE! It is wired so perfect for woodworking or a man cave. A home warranty completes the package.
Hive MLS #30428515
Apr 1, 2009
Sold
$210,000
$107/sq ft
Jan 23, 2009
Listed
$217,000
$111/sq ft
+10
This charming 1940's cottage is located in the heart of Wilmington and centrally located close to everything. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has many recent upgrades including new vinyl siding, new double hung, insulated windows, new roof, plumbing and a dishwasher. Master bath has new travertine tile shower with a 6-head jacuzzi shower system. Downstairs features living room with gas log fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen,sunroom, office/den and 2 bedroom's. Mater is upstairs and has hardwood floors, built-in shelving and an adjoining room easily used as a walk-in closet/dressing room or a nursery. An upper level deck is accessible from the master and has great views of the back yard. The back yard is fenced, has a covered patio and an outdoor shed. Great home, great price and a great neighborhood.
Hive MLS #30424509
Jan 19, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Oct 6, 2008
Listed
$210,000
$107/sq ft
Hive MLS #30416516
Jul 2, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 22, 2008
Listed
$245,900
$126/sq ft
Hive MLS #30349568
Nov 4, 2005
Sold
$242,000
$124/sq ft
Jul 14, 2005
Listed
$242,000
$124/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1997
Sold
$95,000
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,831 (−1.1%)
$111,400 + $257,400
$368,800
2024
$1,852 (+3.0%)
$111,400 + $257,400
$368,800
2023
$1,799 (−0.6%)
$52,200 + $160,700
$212,900
2022
$1,810 (−0.7%)
$52,200 + $160,700
$212,900
2021
$1,822 (−3.2%)
$52,200 + $160,700
$212,900
2020
$1,881
$52,200 + $160,700
$212,900
2019
$1,881
$36,000 + $142,600
$178,600
2018
$1,881
$36,000 + $142,600
$178,600
2017
$1,881 (−1.8%)
$36,000 + $142,600
$178,600
2016
$1,915 (+4.6%)
$36,000 + $142,600
$178,600
2015
$1,831 (+4.4%)
$36,000 + $136,900
$172,900
2014
$1,753
$36,000 + $136,900
$172,900
Tax history for 2222 Brandon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,831 (−1.1%)
$111,400 + $257,400
$368,800
2024
$1,852 (+3.0%)
$111,400 + $257,400
$368,800
2023
$1,799 (−0.6%)
$52,200 + $160,700
$212,900
2022
$1,810 (−0.7%)
$52,200 + $160,700
$212,900
2021
$1,822 (−3.2%)
$52,200 + $160,700
$212,900
2020
$1,881
$52,200 + $160,700
$212,900
2019
$1,881
$36,000 + $142,600
$178,600
2018
$1,881
$36,000 + $142,600
$178,600
2017
$1,881 (−1.8%)
$36,000 + $142,600
$178,600
2016
$1,915 (+4.6%)
$36,000 + $142,600
$178,600
2015
$1,831 (+4.4%)
$36,000 + $136,900
$172,900
2014
$1,753
$36,000 + $136,900
$172,900
*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
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,448 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1982
Sq. Ft.
1,896
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Hanover County
APN
R04815-006-019-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
R-10
Residential District
This district is established for moderate and low density residential development and other compatible uses. It may act as a transition between higher density urban development located on the edges of the 1945 corporate limits and lower density suburban residential development located elsewhere within the city limits. Land uses considered harmful to the health, safety and welfare of district residents shall be prohibited from infringing upon the livability of residential areas within the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Golf related
Park & open space
Jul 23, 2018 • Final
Nhc residential electrical - converted
Electrical
Jul 23, 2018 • Final
Nhc converted - converted
HVAC
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Off Street
Other Parking: Cmnt
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Basement Details: None, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: None
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Fencing: Chain Link, Back Yard
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1954
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Storage, Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 0.22
Lot Size Dimensions: 60 x 157
Lot Size Area: 0.22
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Zoning: R-10
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
Schools Information
High School District: New Hanover
Location Information
Directions: Market Street towards downtown, right on 23rd Street, left on Brandon, home is on the left.
Subdivision Name: Princess Place
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,896
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 9,448 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1942
Year Renovated: 1982
County: New Hanover County
APN: R04815-006-019-000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Annie H Snipes Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Williston Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
New Hanover High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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 105° expected this year, 19 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, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$402,000 – $487,000
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