$458,000
About this home
Welcome to the historic Delgado Mills House, a beautifully restored 1920 furnished bungalow nestled in Wilmington's charming Spofford Mills neighborhood, just outside the highly desirable Forest Hills area. Offering the perfect blend of Southern character, modern convenience, and rich North Carolina history. Perfect for a personal home or short-term rental property this one-of-a-kind find is truly rare. Situated on an oversized lot in one of Wilmington's most peaceful yet centrally located neighborhoods, this property offers endless possibilities. The expansive fenced backyard provides ample space for a detached garage, guest cottage, accessory dwelling unit (ADU), or a stunning pool and outdoor entertaining oasis (subject to city approvals). Inside, you'll discover a thoughtfully renovated home where historic charm meets contemporary living. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence has undergone extensive updates within the past two years, including a new HVAC system, tankless water heater, luxury vinyl plank flooring, custom cabinetry, updated lighting, a dedicated laundry room, raised ceilings, and numerous additional improvements. Original character and timeless appeal remain throughout, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that is increasingly difficult to find in today's market. The location is equally exceptional. Enjoy being just moments from Wilmington's thriving brewery scene, trendy Cargo District, antique shops, Castle Street Arts District, shopping at Independence Mall, and the pristine shores of Wrightsville Beach. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being only one block from the beloved Cross City Trail, offering miles of walking, running, and biking opportunities. If you've been searching for a home with history, character, modern updates, and room to grow, the Delgado Mills House delivers a lifestyle that is truly unmatched.
Property details
- MLS
- Hive MLS
- MLS #
- 100581103
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Spofford Mills
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 107
- On market date
- August 4, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.17 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
- District
- New Hanover County Schools
- Enrollment
- 698
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.7:1
- District
- New Hanover County Schools
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student:teacher ratio
- 23.0:1
- District
- New Hanover County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Wilmington's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 21, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.