8 Skimmer Rd is a 4,456 square foot house on a 0.68 acre lot with 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. Based on Redfin's Wilmington data, we estimate the home's value is $4,197,555.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
0.68 acresLot Size
$942Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:Public Records
Redfin Estimate
$4,197,555
$1.7M since October
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This home's estimate is 49.1% higher than the average sale price ($2.82M) of 6 comparable homes.
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,875 (+64.1%)
$3,564,000 + $1,931,800
$5,495,800
2025
$12,719 (−10.5%)
$3,564,000 + $1,931,800
$5,495,800
2024
$14,204
$3,564,000 + $1,931,800
$5,495,800
2023
$14,198 (−0.9%)
$2,100,000 + $604,300
$2,704,300
2022
$14,333 (−3.3%)
$2,100,000 + $604,300
$2,704,300
2021
$14,818 (+14.0%)
$2,100,000 + $604,300
$2,704,300
2020
$13,002
$2,100,000 + $604,300
$2,704,300
2019
$13,002
$1,266,500 + $789,200
$2,055,700
2018
$13,002 (−2.3%)
$1,266,500 + $789,200
$2,055,700
2017
$13,311 (−2.7%)
$1,266,500 + $789,200
$2,055,700
2016
$13,686 (+7.6%)
$1,266,500 + $789,200
$2,055,700
2015
$12,719 (+1.7%)
$1,062,500 + $912,500
$1,975,000
2014
$12,501
$1,062,500 + $912,500
$1,975,000
Tax history for 8 Skimmer Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,875 (+64.1%)
$3,564,000 + $1,931,800
$5,495,800
2025
$12,719 (−10.5%)
$3,564,000 + $1,931,800
$5,495,800
2024
$14,204
$3,564,000 + $1,931,800
$5,495,800
2023
$14,198 (−0.9%)
$2,100,000 + $604,300
$2,704,300
2022
$14,333 (−3.3%)
$2,100,000 + $604,300
$2,704,300
2021
$14,818 (+14.0%)
$2,100,000 + $604,300
$2,704,300
2020
$13,002
$2,100,000 + $604,300
$2,704,300
2019
$13,002
$1,266,500 + $789,200
$2,055,700
2018
$13,002 (−2.3%)
$1,266,500 + $789,200
$2,055,700
2017
$13,311 (−2.7%)
$1,266,500 + $789,200
$2,055,700
2016
$13,686 (+7.6%)
$1,266,500 + $789,200
$2,055,700
2015
$12,719 (+1.7%)
$1,062,500 + $912,500
$1,975,000
2014
$12,501
$1,062,500 + $912,500
$1,975,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
R-20S
Residential 20S District
The purpose of the R-20S Residential (R-20S) District is provide lands to accommodate primarily very low density single-family development. The intent of the district regulations are to allow development that is compatible with the preservation of the district’s very low density single-family character, while accommodating residential opportunities for those who desire an exurban, low-density lifestyle. District residents should be willing to assume the costs of providing many of their own services and amenities while maximizing the protection of resources and the conservation of open space.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 5
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 23
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Electric
Heating Type: Heat Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Masonry
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Concrete
Building Style Type: Colonial
Building Construction Quality: Excellent
Exterior Wall: Wood Shake/Shingle
Roof Shape Type: Wood Joist
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: FIGURE 08 ISLAND
Living Sq. Ft: 4,456
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,444
Building Sq. Ft: 4,456
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 2
Legal Description: LT 8 SEC 10 FIGURE EIGHT
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 29,686
Legal Lot Number: 8
Municipality Name: FIRE DISTRICT
Acres: 0.6815
Zoning Code: R-20S
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Creek
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: FIRE DISTRICT
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,456
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.68 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 2001
County: New Hanover County
APN: R05207-002-047-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Porters Neck Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
Holly Shelter Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.1mi
8/10
Emsley A Laney High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 67-74% 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 103° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$3.99M – $4.83M
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