Welcome to 5506 Andover Road, a beautifully refreshed, single-story brick ranch in Wilmington's established Green Acres neighborhood! Ideally located just minutes from UNCW, approximately 7 minutes from Wrightsville Beach, and close to the shopping, dining, and entertainment of Mayfaire, this home offers comfortable living in a highly convenient location. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully updated home featuring a completely remodeled kitchen with brand-new cabinetry, quartz countertops, new appliances, and stylish luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring. Both bathrooms have also been completely remodeled, giving the home two full bathrooms for added comfort and convenience. Additional improvements include freshly painted rooms throughout, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors that bring warmth and character to the home. The classic brick exterior and traditional single-level layout offer timeless appeal, while the sizable yard provides plenty of outdoor space with potential for additional uses. Whether you're looking for your first home, a place to accommodate family attending UNCW, or a property in a convenient Wilmington location, this move-in-ready home is full of possibilities. NO HOA! Enjoy the convenience of living close to the beach, university, shopping, and restaurants—all from your own refreshed brick ranch!
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$308Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by James O'Neal• Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Eastwind-Piney Acres, located between Market Street and Gordon Road, is a residential and suburban Wilmington neighborhood with pine-shaded streets and low-slung ranch homes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Market Street corridor near Gordon Road, where local eateries, service storefronts, and everyday errands set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Nearby anchors such as Castle Street Kitchen, The Cargo District, and Wilmington Brewing Company add a creative, small-batch counterpoint to the area’s quiet blocks. Yards, mature trees, and modest porches shape an outdoors-forward feel. Side streets favor walking loops and bike spins, while nearby green space and waterways keep the landscape close. Architecture stays practical and varied, with mid-century lines mixed into newer infill.
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Market insights
5506 Andover Rd · $495,000
DAYS ON MARKET
17 days
The average home goes pending in 54 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.1%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$495,000
Median sale price in this area is $485,496. (2% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Bookcases
One fireplace
Crawl space
Unfurnished
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Electric oven, built-in electric oven, cooktop, microwave
Laundry & utility
Washer, dryer
Laundry closet
Electric water heater
Flooring
Vinyl, hardwood
Heating & cooling
Electric heat, heat pump
Central air
Exterior features
Patio, screened porch
Storm doors
Shed
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
Entry level 1
Parking
Concrete driveway
No garage
Construction
Brick veneer, frame construction
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Electricity and solar
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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
Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 16-24% chance 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 • 28403
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 25% for direct sun exposure in Wilmington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 5506 Andover Rd
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Rental earnings
Est. $1,988 per month, based on comparable rentals
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