842 Ruffin Street





































Description
Single-story convenience - No stairs;
Open kitchen with flowing layout - Perfect for entertaining and daily living;
Luxurious primary suite - Spa-like granite...RARE FIND: Single-Story Living That Feels Like a Single Family Home! Discover the perfect blend of low-maintenance and private living at 842 Ruffin St! This stunning single-story home in one of Wilmington's most sought-after communities offers the space and privacy of single-family living without the upkeep hassles. What Makes This Special:
Single-story convenience - No stairs;
Open kitchen with flowing layout - Perfect for entertaining and daily living;
Luxurious primary suite - Spa-like granite vanity with plenty of space & spacious tiled walk-in shower;
Flexible third bedroom/office - Elegant French doors for privacy & professional style;
Attached garage - Protected parking, storage, and direct home access;
Beautiful fenced backyard - Private outdoor sanctuary for grilling & relaxing;
Central Wilmington location - Easy access to beaches, dining, shopping & amenities;
Immaculately maintained community - Pride of ownership evident throughout;
True turnkey lifestyle - HOA fee covers exterior maintenance, insurance & grounds. This isn't your typical townhome experience! The thoughtful architectural design and generous room proportions create the authentic feel of a detached single-family home while offering the security, convenience and peace of mind of a meticulously maintained community. Perfect for discerning downsizers, busy professionals, or anyone seeking the ultimate coastal Carolina lifestyle without the endless maintenance responsibilities. The refined lifestyle you want. The convenience you deserve. The prime location you love. Ready to discover why exceptional single-story living in this coveted Wilmington community is so incredibly rare? Let's schedule your exclusive private tour today!
- Listed by: Kim Crouch 910.679.6072 kim@kimberlycrouch.com Brokerage DRE #C40042 • eXp Realty
Recent comparable sales
Median sold price
$312,000
Avg days on market
31
Sale-to-list ratio
96.5%
Wilmington, NC
9 comparable properties found
Location
Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
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$2,029 per month
30 year fixed, 6.71% Interest
$1,628
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Property Information for 842 Ruffin Street
- MLS Type: Residential / Townhouse
- County: New Hanover County
- Subdivision Name: Merestone
- Waterfront: No
- Waterfront Features: None
- Zoning: Residential
- Stories: 1
- Year Built: 1998
- Lot Size: 0.05 AC / 2,265 SF
- Island Or Mainland: Mainland
- In City Limits: Yes
- Secondary Subdivision: Tifton Park
- Cobra Zone: No
- Directions: Heading south on College Rd, turn right on 17th St, 1.3 miles turn left on George Anderson Dr, 0.3 miles, left on Merestone Dr, right on Ruffin St, home is on the right
- Latitude: 34
- Longitude: -78
- Road Frontage Type: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Paved
- Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
- Association Amenities: Roof Maintenance, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Master Insure, Street Lights, Termite Bond
- Association Name: Merestone
- Association Phone: 910-392-3130
- Association Fee: $3,060.00
- Association: Yes
- Parcel Number: R06516-006-041-000
- Tax Book Number: 38
- Tax Legal Description: Lot 258 Ph 4 Tifton Park At Merestone
- Tax Lot: 258
- Tax Map Number: 42
- Tax Assessed Value: $297,300
- Tax Year: 2025
- Elementary School: Pine Valley
- High School: Ashley
- High School District: New Hanover
- Middle Or Junior School: Williston
- Attached Garage Spaces: 1.0
- Attached Garage: No
- Garage Spaces: 1.0
- Parking Total: 1.0
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Additional Parking, Off Street, Paved
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=7vZ2LCqigfp&brand=0&mls=1&
- Living Area Range: 1200 - 1399
- Lot Number: 258
- Building Area Total: 1200.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.05
- Lot Size Area: 0.05
- Lot Size Square Feet: 2265.0
- Lot Size Dimensions: 26'x86'x26'x86'
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Living Area: 1200.0
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Structure Type: Townhouse, Wood Frame
- Deed Book: 6619
- Deed Page: 1454.0
- Floor Plans Count: 1
- Floor Plans Change Timestamp: 10-02-2025 12:29:44 PM
- 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
- Green Building Verification Type: None
- Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer
- Fuel Tank Owned Or Leased: Leased
- Fuel Vendor Contact Name And Contact: Azalea Gas
- Fuel Tank Above Or Below Ground: Above Ground
- Fuel Tank Fuel Type: Propane
- Fuel Tank In Use: true
- Fuel Type Lessor Name And Contact: Azalea Gas
- Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
- Exterior Finish: Brick Veneer
- Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
- Exterior Features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio
- Pool Features: None
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories: 1
- Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
- Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
- Attic Features: Access Only
- Pool Spa Features: None
- Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
- Dining Room Type: Combination
- Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
- Appliances: Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Basement: None
- Cooling: Central Air
- Cooling: Yes
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Heating: Yes
- Heating: Fireplace(s), Electric, Heat Pump
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
- Levels: One
- Room Type: Dining Area
- Rooms Total: 5
- Window Features: Skylight(s)
- Furnished: Unfurnished
- Unit Type: 3 Bedroom
- Sold Exclusive: No
Property History for 842 Ruffin Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10, 2025 | Sold NCRMLS #100533083 | $315,000 | — |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1919214240 | $315,000 | — |
| Oct 4, 2025 | Pending NCRMLS #100533083 | — | |
| Oct 3, 2025 | Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100533083 | $315,000 | — |
| Jan 30, 2023 | Sold NCRMLS #100359717 | $315,000 | — |
| Jan 17, 2023 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1504991985 | $315,000 | +19.6% / yr |
| Dec 28, 2022 | Pending NCRMLS #100359717 | — | |
| Nov 30, 2022 | Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100359717 | $320,000 | — |
| Aug 27, 2021 | Sold NCRMLS #100283673 | $245,000 | — |
| Aug 23, 2021 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1470465922 | $245,000 | +8.5% / yr |
| Aug 6, 2021 | Pending NCRMLS #100283673 | — | |
| Jul 31, 2021 | Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100283673 | $249,000 | — |
| Mar 21, 2018 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #621329958 | $185,000 | +15.9% / yr |
| Nov 13, 2005 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #248848494 | $30,000 | — |
| Dec 8, 2003 | Sold NCRMLS #30313429 | $126,000 | — |
| Nov 10, 2003 | Pending NCRMLS #30313429 | — | |
| Mar 6, 2003 | Listed (Active) NCRMLS #30313429 | $132,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | Sold NCRMLS #100533083 | $315,000 |
| 11/03/2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1919214240 | $315,000 |
| 10/04/2025 | Pending NCRMLS #100533083 | — |
| 10/03/2025 | Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100533083 | $315,000 |
| 01/30/2023 | Sold NCRMLS #100359717 | $315,000 |
| 01/17/2023 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1504991985 | $315,000 +19.6% / yr |
| 12/28/2022 | Pending NCRMLS #100359717 | — |
| 11/30/2022 | Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100359717 | $320,000 |
| 08/27/2021 | Sold NCRMLS #100283673 | $245,000 |
| 08/23/2021 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1470465922 | $245,000 +8.5% / yr |
| 08/06/2021 | Pending NCRMLS #100283673 | — |
| 07/31/2021 | Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100283673 | $249,000 |
| 03/21/2018 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #621329958 | $185,000 +15.9% / yr |
| 11/13/2005 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #248848494 | $30,000 |
| 12/08/2003 | Sold NCRMLS #30313429 | $126,000 |
| 11/10/2003 | Pending NCRMLS #30313429 | — |
| 03/06/2003 | Listed (Active) NCRMLS #30313429 | $132,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 842 Ruffin Street
Schools near 842 Ruffin Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| 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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| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 842 Ruffin Street, Wilmington, NC 28412 | $315,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,200 | 2,265 |
$315,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,275 | 2,614 | |
$184,900 | 2 | 2 | 1,281 | 3,049 | |
$220,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,550 | 4,487 | |
$170,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,162 | 2,178 | |
$209,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,600 | 5,227 | |
$129,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,347 | – | |
$345,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,320 | 3,311 | |
$127,500 | 2 | 2 | 1,319 | 3,223 | |
$189,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,162 | 3,485 | |
$135,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,426 | 4,356 | |
– | 3 | 2 | 1,162 | 2,265 | |
$340,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,585 | 5,227 | |
– | 2 | 2 | 1,319 | 3,441 | |
$137,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,275 | 2,178 | |
$365,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,548 | 4,792 |
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