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CBD Commercial Land with Existing Building
For Sale
$3,200,000

218 N 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

Land, Wilmington, NC

Property Size8,141 SF
Lot Size0.41 Acres
Price / SF$393.07
Days on Market1165

Property Features for 218 N 3rd Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning CBD
Subdivision Downtown
Lot features City Lot
Elementary school Snipes
Middle school Williston
High school New Hanover
Directions Take N 3rd Street to Downtown. The property is in the 200 block between Chestnut and Grace Street. Property is on the east side of 3rd Street.
Standard status Active
APN R04817-015-002-000
Lot size 0.41 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2022
Tax Description Pt Lts 2/3/4 Blk 193 Wilm
Tax Annual Amount 441896
Legal Description Pt Lts 2/3/4 Blk 193 Wilm

Utilities

Utilities Water Available
Water source Public
Listing Agency: Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Listed By: Jeffrey G Hovis · License #234605
Added: Jun 16, 2023 Changed: Aug 20 Last Checked: Aug 23 at 9:06AM
MLS# 100389934

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This commercial land parcel in downtown Wilmington includes an existing one-story building measuring 8,141 square feet. The site is designated CBD, or Central Business District, and the existing structure is identified as non-contributing by the City of Wilmington, allowing it to be used or removed for redevelopment. Development up to 100 feet is permitted by right.

The property is located at 218 N 3rd Street near the Courthouse, City of Wilmington Building, hotels, banks, office buildings, Convention Center, and surrounding business and residential areas. The parcel has approximately 132.07 feet of frontage on North 3rd Street and access to public water. The land area is stated as 17,795 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • CBD zoning with development up to 100 feet permitted by right
  • Existing one‑story building contains 8,141 square feet
  • Approximately 132.07 feet of frontage on North 3rd Street

Property Analytics

Current Use

Commercial land

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Garden Center Veterinary Clinic Carpet & Flooring Store Butcher Tanning Salon

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,486
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 28401, NC

22,204
Population
13,017
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
34%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
31.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
716
Density / Sq Mi
$52,159
Median Household Income
$35,739
Median Earnings
$1,183
Median Rent
$263,000
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Commercial land - CBD-zoned downtown parcel with an existing one-story building and public water access.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 218 N 3rd Street Wilmington, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,200,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: CBD zoning with development up to 100 feet permitted by right; Existing one‑story building contains 8,141 square feet; Approximately 132.07 feet of frontage on North 3rd Street
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