Feel like you are away from it all on a private retreat, while in the middle of Wilmington, NC! This central location is in a secluded, charming neighborhood with mature trees and flowering foliage landscaping. Minutes away from multiple beaches and Trails End free boat launch. This meticulously cared for and updated home has a very open floor plan with two additional rooms that can be used as bedrooms, offices, and/or playrooms. Remodeled kitchen with granite countertops. Green-friendly hickory engineered hardwood floors with cork underlay, low VOC paint, and Geothermal Heat Pump! New roof 2020, new duct system 2020, and new On-Demand hot water heater 2019. Very large deck that wraps around home makes vacation-like living easy. Pet friendly with doggie door to fenced in back yard which includes storage shed and workshop.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$235Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ben Szafran Team Szafran• Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
Listed by Maradith Brown• Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
Bought with Bobby Brandon Brandon Team• Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Bought with Michelle L Wheeles• Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Location, location, location! Centrally located, Piney Woods is just minutes from Wrightsville Beach and the shops of downtown Wilmington. Placed in a quiet neighborhood, this home is nestled on a dead end street in an excellent school district. The home boasts a large yard with tons of potential; open floor plan; gas fireplace with marble surround; hardwoods, tile and marble throughout; ground source heat pump; tankless hot water heater; 2 story storage building; irrigation system with separate well; double-hung insulated windows. This home is a must see. Home sold as is.
Hive MLS #30451757
Nov 15, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jul 16, 2010
Listed
$191,500
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,857 (−30.1%)
$114,200 + $288,900
$403,100
2024
$2,657 (+3.0%)
$114,200 + $288,900
$403,100
2023
$2,581 (−0.6%)
$86,400 + $219,000
$305,400
2022
$2,596 (−0.7%)
$86,400 + $219,000
$305,400
2021
$2,614 (+22.2%)
$86,400 + $219,000
$305,400
2020
$2,139
$86,400 + $219,000
$305,400
2019
$2,139
$55,000 + $148,100
$203,100
2018
$2,139
$55,000 + $148,100
$203,100
2017
$2,139 (+10.1%)
$55,000 + $148,100
$203,100
2016
$1,943 (+4.6%)
$55,000 + $148,100
$203,100
2015
$1,857 (+4.4%)
$55,000 + $120,400
$175,400
2014
$1,778
$55,000 + $120,400
$175,400
Tax history for 409 Brookforest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,857 (−30.1%)
$114,200 + $288,900
$403,100
2024
$2,657 (+3.0%)
$114,200 + $288,900
$403,100
2023
$2,581 (−0.6%)
$86,400 + $219,000
$305,400
2022
$2,596 (−0.7%)
$86,400 + $219,000
$305,400
2021
$2,614 (+22.2%)
$86,400 + $219,000
$305,400
2020
$2,139
$86,400 + $219,000
$305,400
2019
$2,139
$55,000 + $148,100
$203,100
2018
$2,139
$55,000 + $148,100
$203,100
2017
$2,139 (+10.1%)
$55,000 + $148,100
$203,100
2016
$1,943 (+4.6%)
$55,000 + $148,100
$203,100
2015
$1,857 (+4.4%)
$55,000 + $120,400
$175,400
2014
$1,778
$55,000 + $120,400
$175,400
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
1,992
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Hanover County
APN
R06112-001-001-000
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
Parking Features: On Site, Paved
Other Parking: Cmnt
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher
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
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Partial
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2094
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
Property Features
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Other Structures: 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 : 0.48
Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 167 x 129 x 249
Lot Size Area: 0.48
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.48
Zoning: R-15
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Location Information
Directions: Take Pine Grove Road South turn left onto Oakhurst Road and go to end take left on Brookforest and house is last house on the right.
Subdivision Name: Piney Woods
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,992
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 1981
County: New Hanover County
APN: R06112-001-001-000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Winter Park Model Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Roland-Grise Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
John T Hoggard High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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 104° 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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Historical weather
Wilmington, NC • 28409
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.7 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$468,000 – $566,000
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