5 N 20th Street, Wilmington, NC 28405

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,714 sqft

Property Description

Tucked away on North 20th Street, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home blends historic character with thoughtful modern touches, creating a space that feels both distinctive and remarkably comfortable. Inside, natural light pours through expansive windows, highlighting the beautiful wood floors and giving the main living spaces a bright, open feel. Generously sized bedrooms, ample closet space, and a warm, inviting layout make the home as functional as it is full of character. Outside is where the property truly sets itself apart. A private brick courtyard creates an unexpected retreat in the heart of Wilmington--perfect for quiet mornings, evening dinners, entertaining friends, or simply unwinding beneath the established greenery. The courtyard leads to a detached 460 Sq. Ft. garage offering additional storage or space for a smaller vehicle, along with an attached greenhouse ready for gardening, hobbies, or more storage. The property also carries a unique connection to Wilmington's history, with ties to the McKoy and Faulkner families, including James Hassell McKoy. Its gardens and spring blooms have helped earn the home appearances on Azalea Festival home tours over the years, adding another chapter to a property already rich with local character. Historic without feeling dated, private without feeling closed off, and filled with natural light and personality, 5 N. 20th Street offers something increasingly difficult to find: a home with a story, a sense of place, and spaces that are genuinely enjoyable to live in. Additionally, this home was extensively remodeled in 2023, an entirely new HVAC in late 2025 and a brand new tankless hot water system in 2026. This historic charmer in beautiful Carolina Heights is exactly what you've been waiting for. A perfect full-time residence, weekend retreat or even an Airbnb. Come tour this fabulous cottage home today!

Listing Status:

Coming Soon

Date Added:

August 11, 2026

Data Last Updated:

August 12, 2026 at 7:15AM

Listing Office:

Coastal Properties : 910-256-8171

MLS ID:

100595500

Interior

• General: Entrance FoyerBookcasesCeiling Fan(s)Walk-in ShowerBlinds/ShadesGas LogWiFi Thermostat
• Master Bedroom: Non Primary Living Area
• Appliances: Gas OvenGas CooktopBuilt-In MicrowaveSelf Cleaning OvenRefrigeratorRangeIce MakerDisposalDishwasherConvection Oven
• Laundry: Laundry Closet
• Basement: Crawl Space
• Flooring: TileHardwood
• A/C: Central AirHeat Pump
• Heating: Gas PackHeat PumpFireplace InsertElectricForced AirNatural GasElectricNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Gas LogFireplace
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• General: Gas LogStorm DoorsGreenhouseStorageWorkshop
• Other Structures: GreenhouseStorageWorkshopFront PorchPatioSee RemarksCovered
• Parking: Workshop in GarageOn StreetDetachedOn SiteGarageParking PadParking spaces: 1

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• Windows: Thermal Windows
• General: Aluminum SidingVinyl SidingWood SidingWood FrameTwoCrawl Space

Location

• Road/Access: MaintainedEasementAlleyCity StreetState RoadSee RemarksAsphaltSee Remarks
• HOA Amenities: SidewalksTermite Bond
• Originating MLS: Hive MLS
• School District: New Hanover
• County: New Hanover

Lot

• Zoning: R-7Pt Blks 11-12 Lt 3 Carolina HeightsR04819-009-002-000
• View: None
• Fencing: Metal/OrnamentalFullBrickBack Yard

Utilities

• Utilities: Natural Gas AvailableNatural Gas ConnectedSewer AvailableSewer ConnectedWater AvailableWater ConnectedCable High SpeedHigh Speed Internet
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Municipal SewerCape Fear Public Utility Authority

Financial

• Source: Hive MLS