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$322,591$388 / 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 81How 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 $321,000 on Apr 2, 2026

708 CHESTNUT ST

WILMINGTON, NC 28401
2
Beds
2
Baths
832 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.
2,788 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$323K
$261K low$384K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$321,000 · Apr 2, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,540 (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.$261,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$166,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$261,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$261,600

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.Cottage
CountyNEW HANOVER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2020
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
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.Porch · 75 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

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

708 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 less than 75% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Wilmington 28401
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Newer than 78% 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.

This home
$133K$930K

This home is worth more than 52% 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$322,591
CheaperTypical $317,922Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$388
CheaperTypical $253Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area832 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,271 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size2,788 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 708 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHemenwayWilmington 28401New Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$322,59130% of homes52% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38886% of homes87% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than832 ft²7% of homes13% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,788 ft²29% of homes18% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than198678% of homes66% of homes37% of homes

About 708 Chestnut St

How much is 708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC is $322,591 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $260,796 to $384,386. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC last sell?

708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC last sold on Apr 2, 2026 for $321,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC?

708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 832 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC built?

708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC?

708 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 708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC compare to other homes in Wilmington 28401?

Among the 8,341 homes in Wilmington 28401, it is worth more than 52% of them ($322,591 against a typical $317,922), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($388 against a typical $253), it is bigger than 13% of them (832 ft² against a typical 1,271 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (2,788 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1986 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of New Hanover County, it is worth more than 25% 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 708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 708 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC was $1,540. The county assessed it at $261,600.

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