2029 Van Buren Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
$375,000
About the property
FIRST TIME OFFERED FOR SALE SINCE 1982! A rare opportunity awaits in Wilmington's established Sunset Park neighborhood. Welcome to 2029 Van Buren Street, a beautifully maintained and remarkably preserved two-story home offering approximately 1,724 heated square feet, 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. After more than four decades under the same ownership, this special property is ready to begin its next chapter.
Step inside and you'll immediately understand what makes this home different. Beautiful wood floors, rich solid wood paneling, built-in details, a brick fireplace and traditional staircase create an interior filled with warmth, character and personality. Rather than being remodeled to follow every passing trend, the home has retained many of the distinctive details and craftsmanship that give homes of its era their timeless appeal. Multiple living spaces include a living room, dining area and den, providing plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining.
The home has been exceptionally cared for throughout the years while receiving meaningful improvements where they matter. The roof was installed in 2024, and both the HVAC system and Generac generator were serviced prior to listing and have been routinely serviced in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
The pride of ownership continues outdoors, where an established lawn and mature landscaping complement the home's classic curb appeal. The residence is connected to municipal water, while a private well supplies the Rain Bird irrigation system serving the yard, providing a dedicated water source for maintaining the grounds. An electrified workshop/storage building offers additional space for hobbies, tools, lawn equipment, storage or projects.
The Sunset Park location adds even more to the appeal. The neighborhood is recognized as a National Register Historic District, reflecting its history as one of Wilmington's established early residential communities. Nearby Greenfield Park encompasses approximately 250 acres surrounding Greenfield Lake and features a 4.8-mile paved walking and biking path, playgrounds, picnic areas, fishing and water access, as well as the Greenfield Lake Amphitheater. The property also offers convenient access to downtown Wilmington and the surrounding area.
2029 Van Buren Street isn't a reproduction of yesterday's character. It has been here all along. Carefully maintained, beautifully preserved and offered to the market for the first time since 1982, this is a rare opportunity to become the next steward of a truly special Wilmington home.
At a glance
Listing details
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Heated square feet
- 1,724
- Lot acres
- 0.17
- Lot dimensions
- SEE PLAT
- Stories
- 2
- Zoning
- R-7
- HOA
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Fireplace
- Yes
Education
Schools
- Elementary school
- Sunset
- Middle school
- Williston
- High school
- New Hanover
- School district
- New Hanover
Complete report
Property features
- City
- Wilmington
- Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- County
- New Hanover
- Location Type
- Mainland
- Subdivision
- Sunset Park
- Secondary Subdivision
- N/A
- City Limits
- Yes
- Marketing City
- Wilmington
- Year Built
- 1939
- # Baths - Total
- 2
- # Bedrooms
- 3
- # Rooms
- 7
- Master Bedroom Level
- Non Primary Living Area
- Fireplaces Total
- 1
- New Construction
- No
- Sign on Property
- Yes
- Attic
- Scuttle
- Appliances/Equip
- Electric Range
- Construction
- Wood Frame
- Cooling
- Central Air; Wall/Window Unit(s); Other
- Dining Room Type
- Formal
- Entry Level Information
- Entry Level: 1
- Exterior Finish
- Asbestos
- Other Structures
- Shed(s); Workshop
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Exterior Features
- Irrigation System
- Terms
- Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan
- Flooring
- Hardwood; Tile
- Fencing
- Chain Link
- Interior Features
- Whole-Home Generator
- Garage & Parking
- Attached Garage Spaces: 0; Detached Garage Spaces: 0; Total # Garage Spaces: 0; Total Carport Spaces: 0
- HOA and Neigh Amenities
- Club Membership: None Selected
- Heated SqFt
- 1600 - 1799
- Heating
- Gas Pack; Wall Furnace
- Heating System Fuel Source
- Natural Gas
- Home Warr/Termite
- Home Warranty/Seller; Home Warranty Company: Old Republic; Home Warranty Amount: 550
- Laundry Features
- Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer
- Patio and Porch Features
- Covered; Front Porch; Patio; Side Porch
- Parking Features
- On Site; Paved
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Road Type/Frontage
- Public (City/Cty/St)
- Showing Instructions
- 24 Hour Notice
- Levels
- Two
- Architectural Style
- Traditional
- Electric Provider
- Duke Progress Energy
- Water Heater
- Electric
- Utilities
- Cable Available; High Speed Internet; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected
- Sewer
- Municipal Sewer
- Water Source
- Municipal Water
- Water Provider
- City/Town
- Natural Gas Provider
- Piedmont Natural Gas Co.
- Sewer Provider
- City/Town
- Construction Type
- Stick Built
- View Type
- None
- Frontage Type
- None
- Tax Assessed Value
- $271,000
- Deed Book
- 1209
- Deed Page
- 1766
- Plat Book
- 3
- PID
- R05912-006-006-000
- Tax Identifier
- R05912-006-006-000
- Plat Page
- 30
- Total Real Estate Property Taxes
- $1,594.84
- Special Assessments
- N/A
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Legal
- BLK 30 LOT 23 SUNSET PARK
- Directions to Property
- S Front St. Continue approximately 0.8 miles, then turn right onto Burnett Blvd. Continue approximately 0.7 miles and turn left onto Northern Blvd. Turn right onto Van Buren St. 2029 Van Buren Street will be on the left.