816 Ruffin Street

Closed 5/29/24
Closed 5/29/24
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$290,000
3 beds1,200 sqft
816 Ruffin St, Wilmington, NC 28412
TownhouseProperty Type
1998Year Built
$242/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$2,580/yrHOA Fees
1 carParking Spaces

Description

This Merestone gem is tucked away just around the corner from the Pointe at Barclay. This townhome is on a tree-lined street with sidewalks, has a brick exterior, all one level and has new flooring along with a fully-fenced backyard. The open kitchen flows nicely into the dining and living area, which is centered around the gas fireplace. The front porch is perfect for for rocking chairs and visiting with neighbors. The The owner has recently replaced the HVAC, and the HOA takes care of the exterior...This Merestone gem is tucked away just around the corner from the Pointe at Barclay. This townhome is on a tree-lined street with sidewalks, has a brick exterior, all one level and has new flooring along with a fully-fenced backyard. The open kitchen flows nicely into the dining and living area, which is centered around the gas fireplace. The front porch is perfect for for rocking chairs and visiting with neighbors. The The owner has recently replaced the HVAC, and the HOA takes care of the exterior and master insurance so you have very little maintenance. In addition, there is a spacious attached garage with ample storage. This is a tremendous value in a tremendous location!
  • Listed by: McIntosh Real Estate Group Team 910.256.0021 lesliemcintoshbroker@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #C5810 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
  • Listed by: Leslie E McIntosh 910.431.2241 LeslieMcIntoshBroker@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #C5810 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Listing closed: 05/29/2024 12:00 AM • Source: NCRMLS, MLS#: 100424804

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$315,000

Avg days on market

30

Sale-to-list ratio

96.9%

Wilmington, NC

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Property Information for 816 Ruffin Street

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Townhouse
  • County: New Hanover County
  • Subdivision Name: Merestone
  • Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: MF-L
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1998
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Secondary Subdivision: Tifton Park
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: Take 17th Street to George Anderson Dr, turn left on Merestone Dr then turn right on Ruffin St. Townhome will be on the right.
  • Latitude: 34
  • Longitude: -78
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: none
  • Association Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Management, Master Insure, Termite Bond, None
  • Association Name: Priestly Management
  • Association Phone: 910-509-7276
  • Association Fee: $2,580.00
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: R06516006018000
  • Tax Book Number: 0
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 245 Bldg 3 Ph 2 Tifton Park at Merestone
  • Tax Lot: 245
  • Tax Map Number: 0
  • Tax Assessed Value: $194,000
  • Tax Year: 2023
Parking
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Total: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Range: 1200 - 1399
  • Lot Number: 245
  • Building Area Total: 1200.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: townhome
  • Living Area: 1200.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 6125
  • Deed Page: 2951.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer
  • Fuel Tank Owned Or Leased: Leased
  • Fuel Tank Above Or Below Ground: Above Ground
  • Fuel Tank Fuel Type: Propane
  • Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Privacy, Back Yard, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Pool Spa Features: None
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Dining Room Type: Combination
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Basement: None
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet
  • Levels: One
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Dining Area, Living Room
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 2
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Length: 4.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 816 Ruffin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2024

Sold

NCRMLS #100424804

$290,000—
May 21, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533590724

$290,000

+8.2% / yr

Apr 11, 2024

Pending

NCRMLS #100424804

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2024

Sold

NCRMLS #100424804

$290,000
05/21/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533590724

$290,000

+8.2% / yr

04/11/2024

Pending

NCRMLS #100424804

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 816 Ruffin Street

Taxable ValueLand$62,500Additions$234,800Total$297,300
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,162 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,162 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,134 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built1998ZoningMD-10CountyNEW HANOVERAPNR06516-006-018-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 816 Ruffin Street

This home is within New Hanover County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Pine Valley Elementary
Public - K to 5
Williston Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Eugene Ashley High
Public - 9 to 12
Dr John Codington Elementary
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Pine Valley Elementary
PublicK to 5

Williston Middle
Public6 to 8

Eugene Ashley High
Public9 to 12

Dr John Codington Elementary
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 816 Ruffin Street, Wilmington, NC 28412
$290,000
3
1,200
–
818 Ruffin Street, Wilmington, NC 28412
$305,000
2
1,300
3,200
814 Ruffin Street, Wilmington, NC 28412
$364,000
3
1,499
4,356
820 Ruffin Street, Wilmington, NC 28412
$135,000
3
1,448
–
812 Ruffin Street, Wilmington, NC 28412
$315,000
3
2
1,503
3,223
822 Ruffin Street, Wilmington, NC 28412
$174,000
3
2
1,183
3,223

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