MUST SEE the HUGE private botanical gardens in this MidTown 4 bedroom 2.5 bath 2,018 s. f. home. Your home sits on a large . 41 acre private lot with privacy fencing. RARE 500+/- Apartment/Suite adjoins the home with Kitchen, Bath, Bedroom and Living area. Perfect for that high school senior, college student or in-law. A Must See! This additional area is not included in the overall square footage of the home. Lincoln Forest is a great community to live and play and is close to everything including area beaches and downtown!
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$210Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Edward Alexander• The Property Shop International Realty
Listed by Tony Harrington• The Property Shop International Realty
Bought with Sandy von Kaenel• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
This immaculate 4 BR, 2.5BA split level home in desirable Lincoln Forest features a totally renovated kitchen w/Granite counters, stone backsplash, 42 inch cabinets, GE Profile appliances & more. Entertain w/ease in the den perfect for family gatherings w/ a wood burning fireplace & bookcase. Sliding glass door leads you to the large fenced backyard w/patio area. Newly tiled master bath, large tiled foyer, 2 HVAC units, fresh paint, low utility bills & a roof that's less than 2 years old. Home warranty included! This home is a must see!
Public Records
Jul 1, 1977
Sold
$18,500
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,292 (−17.9%)
$129,200 + $274,500
$403,700
2024
$2,792 (+3.0%)
$129,200 + $274,500
$403,700
2023
$2,712 (−0.6%)
$81,500 + $239,400
$320,900
2022
$2,728 (−0.7%)
$81,500 + $239,400
$320,900
2021
$2,746 (+1.6%)
$81,500 + $239,400
$320,900
2020
$2,702
$81,500 + $239,400
$320,900
2019
$2,702
$80,000 + $176,500
$256,500
2018
$2,702
$80,000 + $176,500
$256,500
2017
$2,702 (+12.7%)
$80,000 + $196,900
$276,900
2016
$2,397 (+4.6%)
$80,000 + $196,900
$276,900
2015
$2,291 (+4.4%)
$43,900 + $172,500
$216,400
2014
$2,194
$43,900 + $172,500
$216,400
Tax history for 3949 Sweetbriar Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,292 (−17.9%)
$129,200 + $274,500
$403,700
2024
$2,792 (+3.0%)
$129,200 + $274,500
$403,700
2023
$2,712 (−0.6%)
$81,500 + $239,400
$320,900
2022
$2,728 (−0.7%)
$81,500 + $239,400
$320,900
2021
$2,746 (+1.6%)
$81,500 + $239,400
$320,900
2020
$2,702
$81,500 + $239,400
$320,900
2019
$2,702
$80,000 + $176,500
$256,500
2018
$2,702
$80,000 + $176,500
$256,500
2017
$2,702 (+12.7%)
$80,000 + $196,900
$276,900
2016
$2,397 (+4.6%)
$80,000 + $196,900
$276,900
2015
$2,291 (+4.4%)
$43,900 + $172,500
$216,400
2014
$2,194
$43,900 + $172,500
$216,400
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
2,488
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Hanover County
APN
R06109-002-013-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 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: 1
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: On Site, Paved
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Appliances: Disposal, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Laundry Features: In Hall
Basement Details: None, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
Fencing: Full, Back Yard
Roof: Shingle, Composition
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2018
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block, Slab
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 0.41
Lot Size Dimensions: 191 x 94
Lot Size Area: 0.41
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.41
Zoning: R-15
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Well
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Schools Information
High School District: New Hanover
Location Information
Directions: Independence Blvd to right on Canterbury Road, Right on Sweetbriar
Subdivision Name: Lincoln Forest
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,488
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: 1986
County: New Hanover County
APN: R06109-002-013-000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Edwin A Alderman Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Roland-Grise Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
John T Hoggard High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
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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
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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Wilmington, NC • 28403
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$503,000 – $609,000
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