Live the downtown Wilmington lifestyle at 228 McRae Street, where historic charm meets modern comfort. Just minutes from the Riverwalk, Soda Pop District, and Brooklyn Arts District, this updated townhome offers the best of city living. Inside, soaring ceilings, dual gas fireplaces, refinished hardwood floors, and detailed millwork highlight its character, while the renovated kitchen with quartz countertops and fully updated baths add modern convenience. A private backyard retreat provides the perfect space to relax with coffee or wine. Recent updates include fresh paint, upgraded electrical (2023), a new gas water heater (2022), and a roof recoated with a transferable 10-year warranty (2022). A dining room mural by Ronald Williams adds an artistic tribute to Wilmington's history, making this home truly unique. Built in 1914 and converted to townhomes in 1983, it blends historic charm with today's updates. With low HOA dues ($175/month), a pet-friendly policy, and flexible 30-day rental minimum, 228 McRae is ideal as a primary residence, seasonal getaway, or downtown retreat.
Property Features
Bedrooms
Other Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- High Ceilings
- Generator Plug
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Door Features: Storm Door(s)
- Flooring: Wood
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Gas Log
- Heating Features: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
- Heating: Yes
Land Info
- Front Yard
- Corner Lot
- Lot Size Acres: 0.03
- Lot Size Dimensions: 62x22x62x22
- Lot Size Square Feet: 1209
Exterior and Lot Features
- Fencing: Privacy, Back Yard, Wood
- Other Structures: Pergola
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
- Road Frontage Type: Maintained, City Street, State Road
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Patio: Yes
- Deck: Yes
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: On Street
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Maint - Comm Areas, Maintenance Structure, Master Insure, Termite Bond
- Association Fee: 2100
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 175
- Association Name: Victoria Condominiums
- Pets Allowed: Dogs OK, Cats OK, Pets Allowed
- Cats Allowed: Yes
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Snipes
- High School: New Hanover
- High School District: New Hanover
- Middle School: Williston
- School District: New Hanover
Multi-Unit Info
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 1768
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: New Hanover
- Directions: Heading south on Market St. turn right (north) on 7th St. take right on Grace St. right on McRae St. Townhouse is on the corner of Grace & McRae St.
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Historic District
- Parcel Number: R04817-010-002-009
- Property Location: Mainland
- Subdivision: Historic District
- Zoning: HD-R
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1188
- Year Built: 1914
- Building Area Total: 1188
- Construction Materials: Stucco
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
- Levels: Two
- Property Age: 111
- Roof: Membrane, Flat
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Structure Type: Townhouse, Wood Frame
- Total Area Sqft: 1188
- Architectural Style: Historic District, Historic Home
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Cable Available
- Natural Gas Available
- Natural Gas Connected
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Municipal Water
Home Features
- Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
