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$708,692$201 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $695,000 on Apr 28, 2025

3947 APPLETON WAY

WILMINGTON, NC 28412
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,530 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$709K
$639K low$778K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$695,000 · Apr 28, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,277 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$556,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$96,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$460,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$341,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$556,900

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.96 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.72%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyNEW HANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 16 ft²Patio · 16 ft²Porch · 40 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Edwin A Alderman Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Williston Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi
H
New Hanover High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi

District: New Hanover County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28412These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,847
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,704 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,344
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,365
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

3947 Appleton Way measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Echo Farms
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Among the largest homes in Echo Farms
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Wilmington 28412
  • Older than 84% of homes in Echo Farms

What homes are worth in Wilmington 28412

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$183K$947K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Wilmington 28412.

How it measures up in Wilmington 28412

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 28412.

Estimated value$708,692
CheaperTypical $405,877Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$201
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area3,530 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,690 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 3947 Appleton Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEcho FarmsWilmington 28412New Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$708,692almost all homes92% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20143% of homes23% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than3,530 ft²almost all homes98% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac70% of homes78% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than197916% of homes17% of homes28% of homes

About 3947 Appleton Way

How much is 3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC is $708,692 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $639,352 to $778,032. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC last sell?

3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC last sold on Apr 28, 2025 for $695,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC?

3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,530 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC built?

3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC?

3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC is assigned to Edwin A Alderman Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Williston Middle School (middle), rated D-; New Hanover High School (high), rated D+. All sit in New Hanover County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC compare to other homes in Wilmington 28412?

Among the 17,108 homes in Wilmington 28412, it is worth more than 92% of them ($708,692 against a typical $405,877), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($201 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,530 ft² against a typical 1,690 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1979 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of New Hanover County, it is worth more than 79% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3947 Appleton Way, Wilmington, NC was $3,277. The county assessed it at $556,900.

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