Welcome to the Coastal Lifestyle you've dreamed of owning. Awaken to the soothing sounds of the sea bouy and surf of the Intracoastal Waterway just steps away. You have an option to join the Masonboro Yacht Club within the community. No need to join though, as you have deeded water rights to launch your boat or kayak right at the end of your street! Situated on a high, lot, lush with mature Live Oak trees, this delightful 3 bedroom, 3 full bath home will steal your heart. No city taxes, yet near everything there is to enjoy in Wilmington! Although originally built in 1940, throughout the years the home has seen an addition and upgrades. A highlight of this home is the 31x16ft. heated and cooled sunroom with expansive glass overlooking the private rear yard. Come experience nostalgia!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$288Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Barb Ernest• Coastal Properties
Bought with Ann McEachern• Henry & Company Real Estate
Located on beautiful Trails End road right up the road from Masonboro Yacht club & Marina! $2,500 credit will be given for flooring.
Hive MLS #30438120
Mar 1, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Sep 1, 2009
Listed
$2,150,000
$983/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 30, 2009
Sold
$1,400,000
$640/sq ft
Hive MLS #30429156
Jul 9, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Feb 6, 2009
Listed
$2,250,000
$1,028/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1994
Sold
$69,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,027 (−37.3%)
$227,400 + $289,400
$516,800
2024
$1,638
$227,400 + $289,400
$516,800
2021
$1,639 (+22.7%)
$147,500 + $151,900
$299,400
2020
$1,336
$147,500 + $149,700
$297,200
2019
$1,336 (+12.6%)
$85,100 + $126,100
$211,200
2018
$1,187 (−2.3%)
$85,100 + $126,100
$211,200
2017
$1,215 (+9.9%)
$85,100 + $102,500
$187,600
2016
$1,105 (+7.6%)
$85,100 + $102,500
$187,600
2015
$1,027 (+1.8%)
$76,500 + $83,000
$159,500
2014
$1,009
$76,500 + $83,000
$159,500
Tax history for 239 Trails End Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,027 (−37.3%)
$227,400 + $289,400
$516,800
2024
$1,638
$227,400 + $289,400
$516,800
2021
$1,639 (+22.7%)
$147,500 + $151,900
$299,400
2020
$1,336
$147,500 + $149,700
$297,200
2019
$1,336 (+12.6%)
$85,100 + $126,100
$211,200
2018
$1,187 (−2.3%)
$85,100 + $126,100
$211,200
2017
$1,215 (+9.9%)
$85,100 + $102,500
$187,600
2016
$1,105 (+7.6%)
$85,100 + $102,500
$187,600
2015
$1,027 (+1.8%)
$76,500 + $83,000
$159,500
2014
$1,009
$76,500 + $83,000
$159,500
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,952
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Hanover County
APN
R07209-004-014-002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
R-15
Residential-15 District
The purpose of the Residential-15 (R-15) District is established to provide lands that accommodate very low to low density residential development that can serve as a transition between very low density residential development patterns and smaller lot, more dense residential areas of the County. District regulations discourage development that substantially interferes with the quiet residential and recreational nature of the district.
Appliances: Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Wood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower
Patio And Porch Features: See Remarks
Fencing: Back Yard
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2188
Levels: One
Construction Materials: See Remarks
Property Features
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: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 0.43
Lot Size Dimensions: 90 x 210
Lot Size Area: 0.43
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.43
Zoning: R-15
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,335.84
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Location Information
Directions: S. on College, left on Holly Tree Rd. to right on Pine Grove Rd. Turn right at Masonboro Loop Rd. to left on Trails End Rd. Home will be on the left.
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,952
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1970
County: New Hanover County
APN: R07209-004-014-002
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Masonboro Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
Myrtle Grove Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
John T Hoggard High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
6/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Wilmington, NC • 28409
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
53
35
58
40
70
50
76
58
80
65
88
73
90
78
85
72
81
69
74
58
69
51
58
40
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.7 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$599,000 – $725,000
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $6,300 in fees.3 minutes to get started.
Get a free, detailed breakdown of how we calculated your estimate.