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Renovated Mixed-Use Building
For Sale
$1,450,000

1202 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

Residential Income, Wilmington, NC

Property Size3,215 SF
Lot Size0.04 Acres
Price / SF$451.01
Days on Market48

Property Features for 1202 Chestnut Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Quadruplex
Zoning UMX
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 5
Full bathrooms 2
Half bathrooms 2
Rooms Bedroom 2, Bathroom 5, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 1
Parking features On Street
Interior features High Ceilings, Wash/Dry Connect, Walk-in Shower
Appliances Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Subdivision Castle Dock
Elementary school Snipes
Middle school Williston
High school New Hanover
Directions Market St West towards town. Right on 12th Street to corner of 12th and Chestnut St. Property at corner.
Standard status Active
APN R04818-014-001-000
Size 3,215 SF
Lot size 0.04 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description W END 1 BLK 189
Tax Annual Amount 2418
Legal Description W END 1 BLK 189

Utilities

Heating system Electric (Heating), Zoned
Cooling system Multi Units
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1931
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 4
Flooring type Concrete, Lvt/lvp
Building materials Brick, Fiber Cement
Roof type Shingle, Shake
Listing Agency: Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Listed By: The Rising Tide Team
Added: Sep 3 Changed: Oct 17 Last Checked: Oct 20 at 6:06AM
MLS# 100601133

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Investment Insights

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Built in 1931 and substantially renovated, this 3,215-square-foot mixed-use property combines residential and office components within a brick and fiber-cement structure. The layout includes two one-bedroom apartments, two commercial office suites, and a separate studio apartment. Exposed brick, 12-foot ceilings, oversized doors, porcelain-tile showers, and upgraded fixtures add character and contemporary finish quality, while zoned electric heating and multiple cooling units support the interior spaces.

The property occupies 0.04 acres at 1202 Chestnut Street in Wilmington’s downtown Soda Pop District. The street-oriented office suite features a large glass entry, while a second office is positioned toward the rear. Public water, on-street parking, washer/dryer connections, and UMX zoning are also provided.

Key Highlights

  • 3,215‑square‑foot mixed‑use building on 0.04 acres
  • Five‑space layout: two one‑bedroom apartments, two office suites, and one studio
  • 1931 construction with substantial renovation

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$40,831
Cap Rate
2.82%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$816,620 $816.6K
Cap Rate 7%
$583,300 $583.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$453,678 $453.7K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,215 SF
Gross rent
$67.1K $20.88/SF
− Vacancy
−$12.7K −$3.95/SF
EGI
$54.4K $16.93/SF
− OpEx
−$13.6K −$4.23/SF
NOI
$40.8K $12.70/SF
Area
Wilmington, NC
Vacancy
18.90%
Lease Rate
$20.88 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$816,620
Cap Rate 7%
$583,300
Cap Rate 9%
$453,678

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$39.37M
$34.45M – $45.93M (±1% cap)
NOI $2,755,605 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 190.04%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$38.77M
$33.92M – $45.23M (±1% cap)
NOI $2,713,793 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 187.16%
Theoretical Best
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same as Best Use
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Current Use

The Painter and the Poet Art Gallery

Suggested Use

Top Pick Plumbing Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Tanning Salon Florist Carpet & Flooring Store HVAC Service

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

Lease Details

2
Office units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,148
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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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Historic downtown property combines apartments, office suites, updated interiors, and flexible professional-use space.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 1202 Chestnut Street Wilmington, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,450,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,215‑square‑foot mixed‑use building on 0.04 acres; Five‑space layout: two one‑bedroom apartments, two office suites, and one studio; 1931 construction with substantial renovation
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