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$406,634$258 / 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 86How 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

5518 PLOVER CT

WILMINGTON, NC 28409
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,578 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$407K
$349K low$464K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,942 (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.$330,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$87,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$242,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$330,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$330,000

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.101 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.64%
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.0.2 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.0.26
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Patio · 140 ft²Porch · 32 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Winter Park Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Roland-Grise Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
John T Hoggard High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: New Hanover County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28409These 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.44
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
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.38,416
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,329 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,248
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,965
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

5518 Plover Ct 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.

  • Worth less than 73% of homes in Wilmington 28409
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Wilmington 28409
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Wilmington 28409

What homes are worth in Wilmington 28409

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

This home
$243K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Wilmington 28409.

How it measures up in Wilmington 28409

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 28409.

Estimated value$406,634
CheaperTypical $515,000Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$258
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,578 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,069 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 5518 Plover Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSeagate SouthWilmington 28409New Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$406,63431% of homes27% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25844% of homes53% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,578 ft²34% of homes24% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac38% of homes28% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than199647% of homes59% of homes55% of homes

About 5518 Plover Ct

How much is 5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC is $406,634 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $349,212 to $464,056. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC last sell?

5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC last sold on Sep 12, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC?

5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,578 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC built?

5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC?

5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC is assigned to Winter Park Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Roland-Grise Middle School (middle), rated B; John T Hoggard High School (high), rated B. All sit in New Hanover County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC compare to other homes in Wilmington 28409?

Among the 14,703 homes in Wilmington 28409, it is worth more than 27% of them ($406,634 against a typical $515,000), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($258 against a typical $254), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,578 ft² against a typical 2,069 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1996 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of New Hanover County, it is worth more than 44% 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 5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5518 Plover Ct, Wilmington, NC was $1,942. The county assessed it at $330,000.

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