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$426,311$596 / 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 88How 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 $94,500 on Aug 9, 2001

705 CHESTNUT ST

WILMINGTON, NC 28401
2
Beds
1
Baths
715 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.
2,526 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$426K
$377K low$476K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$94,500 · Aug 9, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,334 (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.$226,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$132,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$226,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$226,700

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.0.06
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
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 · 264 ft²Patio · 264 ft²Porch · 126 ft²

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

H
New Hanover High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Williston Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Annie H Snipes Academy of Arts & DesignD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi

District: New Hanover County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28401These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,567
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.649 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,279
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,735
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

705 Chestnut St 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 more than 78% of homes in Wilmington 28401
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Hemenway
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Hemenway
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Hemenway

What homes are worth in Wilmington 28401

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

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$133K$930K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Wilmington 28401.

How it measures up in Wilmington 28401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 28401.

Estimated value$426,311
CheaperTypical $317,922Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$596
CheaperTypical $253Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area715 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,271 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size2,526 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 705 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHemenwayWilmington 28401New Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$426,31157% of homes78% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$596almost all homes97% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than715 ft²3% of homes7% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,526 ft²21% of homes12% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than199885% of homes71% of homes60% of homes

About 705 Chestnut St

How much is 705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC is $426,311 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $376,943 to $475,679. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC last sell?

705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC last sold on Aug 9, 2001 for $94,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC?

705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 715 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC built?

705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC?

705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC is assigned to New Hanover High School (high), rated D+; Williston Middle School (middle), rated D-; Annie H Snipes Academy of Arts & Design (elementary), rated D-. All sit in New Hanover County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC compare to other homes in Wilmington 28401?

Among the 8,341 homes in Wilmington 28401, it is worth more than 78% of them ($426,311 against a typical $317,922), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($596 against a typical $253), it is bigger than 7% of them (715 ft² against a typical 1,271 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (2,526 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1998 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of New Hanover County, it is worth more than 48% 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 705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 705 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC was $1,334. The county assessed it at $226,700.

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