Well maintained brick ranch in centrally located Lincoln Forest. Hardwood floors throughout much of the house. Formal living and dining rooms, with spacious den featuring built in bookshelves and wood burning fireplace. Beautiful built in china cabinets in dining room. Recent updates include new roof in 2017, new paint, sealed crawl space. Very private backyard backs up to conservation area. Located close to everything, short distance to Alderman, Roland Grise and Hoggard schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$278Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Wade Wilson• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Midtown
Bought with Damien L Buchanan• Exit East Carolina Realty
Source:Hive MLS #100225817
Redfin Estimate
$421,953
$122K since sold in February 2023$5,000 since October
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Well maintained brick ranch in centrally located Lincoln Forest. Hardwood floors throughout much of the house. Formal living and dining rooms, with spacious den featuring built in bookshelves and wood burning fireplace. Beautiful built in china cabinets in dining room. Recent updates include new roof in 2017, new paint, sealed crawl space. Very private backyard backs up to conservation area. Located close to everything, short distance to Alderman, Roland Grise and Hoggard schools.
Public Records
Jan 1, 1979
Sold
$35,000
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,398 (+35.5%)
$122,700 + $253,500
$376,200
2025
$1,770 (−24.0%)
$122,700 + $253,500
$376,200
2024
$2,329 (+3.0%)
$122,700 + $253,500
$376,200
2023
$2,262 (−0.6%)
$75,400 + $192,300
$267,700
2022
$2,275 (−0.7%)
$75,400 + $192,300
$267,700
2021
$2,291 (+2.6%)
$75,400 + $192,300
$267,700
2020
$2,232
$75,400 + $192,300
$267,700
2019
$2,232
$80,000 + $131,900
$211,900
2018
$2,232
$80,000 + $131,900
$211,900
2017
$2,232 (+20.6%)
$80,000 + $131,900
$211,900
2016
$1,851 (+4.6%)
$80,000 + $131,900
$211,900
2015
$1,769 (+4.4%)
$43,900 + $123,200
$167,100
2014
$1,694
$43,900 + $123,200
$167,100
Tax history for 3954 Sweetbriar Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,398 (+35.5%)
$122,700 + $253,500
$376,200
2025
$1,770 (−24.0%)
$122,700 + $253,500
$376,200
2024
$2,329 (+3.0%)
$122,700 + $253,500
$376,200
2023
$2,262 (−0.6%)
$75,400 + $192,300
$267,700
2022
$2,275 (−0.7%)
$75,400 + $192,300
$267,700
2021
$2,291 (+2.6%)
$75,400 + $192,300
$267,700
2020
$2,232
$75,400 + $192,300
$267,700
2019
$2,232
$80,000 + $131,900
$211,900
2018
$2,232
$80,000 + $131,900
$211,900
2017
$2,232 (+20.6%)
$80,000 + $131,900
$211,900
2016
$1,851 (+4.6%)
$80,000 + $131,900
$211,900
2015
$1,769 (+4.4%)
$43,900 + $123,200
$167,100
2014
$1,694
$43,900 + $123,200
$167,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 8
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Electric
Heating Type: Central
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Masonry
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Concrete
Building Style Type: Ranch
Building Construction Quality: Good
Exterior Wall: Brick Veneer
Roof Shape Type: Wood Joist
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: LINCOLN FOREST
Living Sq. Ft: 1,518
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,518
Building Sq. Ft: 1,518
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: LOT 231 SEC D LINCOLN FOREST EXT 2
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 350
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 14,209
Legal Lot Number: 231
Municipality Name: WILMINGTON
Acres: 0.3262
Zoning Code: R-15
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: WILMINGTON
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,518
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1986
County: New Hanover County
APN: R06109-004-003-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
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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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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Estimated sale price
$401,000 – $486,000
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