Recently Listed Homes in Wilmington Under $250,000

2724 S 17th St Unit Apt A, Wilmington image

2724 S 17th St Unit Apt A, Wilmington — Cobblestone $159,000

Tremendous opportunity to purchase a property below market value and build equity! This 2-bedroom, 2-bath ground-floor unit offers easy access and is tucked away at the r...

2 Beds
2 Baths
100602991 MLS
Cobblestone Bldg.

1005 Lord Thomas Rd, Wilmington $207,000

Ranch style home offering three bedrooms and one bath located in the Kings Grant subdivision. Kitchen with a galley style kitchen open to the dining area. Living room fe...

3 Beds
1 Baths
100602908 MLS

6061 Shiloh Dr, Wilmington $229,900

Your chance to build on a large, elevated, and mostly cleared corner lot within walking distance to Hanover Pines Nature Park. This lost is mostly clear at the rear with ...

100601968 MLS

1501 N 26th St, Wilmington $175,000

OPPORTUNITY AWAITS AT 1501 N 26TH STREET! This classic single-story brick ranch offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and plenty of potential for the buyer ready to bring ...

2 Beds
2 Baths
100601850 MLS

1418 Willoughby Park Ct Unit Unit 8, Wilmington image

1418 Willoughby Park Ct Unit Unit 8, Wilmington — Willoughby Park $237,500

Why keep paying rent when you could own your home and start building equity instead? This spacious, move-in-ready three-bedroom, two-bath condo offers an opportunity to m...

3 Beds
2 Baths
100601485 MLS
Willoughby Park Bldg.

713 Indica Ct Unit Apt 301, Wilmington image

713 Indica Ct Unit Apt 301, Wilmington — Azalea Trace $229,900

Enjoy easy, comfortable living in this spacious top-floor condo, featuring beautiful wooded views and plenty of natural light. Located in a small, quiet community of sing...

3 Beds
2 Baths
100600865 MLS
Azalea Trace Bldg.

1223 S 8th St, Wilmington $110,000

An exceptional opportunity awaits in the heart of Wilmington's sought-after Dry Pond/Lake Forest corridor. This R-5 zoned vacant lot encompasses approximately 4,792 squar...

100600854 MLS

1221 S 8th St, Wilmington $110,000

An exceptional opportunity awaits in the heart of Wilmington's sought-after Dry Pond/Lake Forest corridor. This R-5 zoned vacant lot encompasses approximately 4,356 squar...

100600848 MLS

1505 Cadfel Ct Unit Unit 207, Wilmington image

1505 Cadfel Ct Unit Unit 207, Wilmington — Bellingham Park Condo $247,600

Beautifully Updated Condo in a Prime Wilmington Location! This move in ready 3 bedroom, 2 full bath condo in Bellingham Park combines modern updates with exceptional conv...

3 Beds
2 Baths
100600809 MLS
Bellingham Park Condo Bldg.

724 S 9th St, Wilmington $65,000

Vacant Lot only 9 blocks from the Cape Fear River. Close proximity to New Castle District, Greenfield Lake and all the attractions that Downtown Wilmington has to offer....

100600575 MLS

301 Montgomery Ave, Wilmington $215,000

Welcome home! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers a great combination of modern updates, comfort, and convenience. Step inside to find newer LVP...

3 Beds
1 Baths
100600209 MLS

1402 Willoughby Park Ct Unit Unit 7, Wilmington image

1402 Willoughby Park Ct Unit Unit 7, Wilmington — Willoughby Park $245,000

Renovated, light-filled and full of personality, this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath Willoughby Park condo offers an open floor plan, stylish updates and a flexible layout. A...

2 Beds
2 Baths
100600202 MLS
Willoughby Park Bldg.

222 Evans St, Wilmington $185,000

INVESTOR ALERT--DON'T MISS THIS RARE OPPORTUNITY! Seller's plans have changed effecting goal to finish this adorable one level home close to historic downtown Wilmington,...

3 Beds
1 Baths
100600039 MLS

4420 Jay Bird Cir Unit Unit 102, Wilmington image

4420 Jay Bird Cir Unit Unit 102, Wilmington — The Gardens $228,000

Move-in ready and beautifully refreshed, 4420 Jay Bird #102 is the one you've been waiting for! Freshly painted and featuring stylish tile and LVP flooring throughout, th...

2 Beds
2 Baths
100600029 MLS
The Gardens Bldg.

4210 Wilshire Blvd Unit 102-B, Wilmington image

4210 Wilshire Blvd Unit 102-B, Wilmington — Courtyard $150,000

Welcome to easy, centrally located living at The Courtyard. This first-floor, two-bedroom, two-bath condo offers 910 square feet with a functional layout and convenient s...

2 Beds
2 Baths
100599614 MLS
Courtyard Bldg.

7009 Murrayville Rd, Wilmington $200,000

This lot is a blank canvas for someone looking to build, to use for storage or a workshop, or as an investment property! Situated on a 0.5 acre lot in a quiet neighborhoo...

100599254 MLS

4451 Holly Tree Rd, Wilmington — Holly Tree $199,500

Welcome to Holly Tree, One of Wilmington's most sought after communities. This two bedroom two full bath unit recently went through a considerable upgrade. New floors, ne...

2 Beds
2 Baths
100599001 MLS
Holly Tree Bldg.

522 S Kerr Ave Unit Apt 32, Wilmington image

522 S Kerr Ave Unit Apt 32, Wilmington — Candlewyck $155,000

Here's an affordable opportunity to invest in a convenient Wilmington location with plenty of potential to make it your own. Located in Candlewyck, this second-floor cond...

2 Beds
2 Baths
100598070 MLS
Candlewyck Bldg.

118 Dock St Unit Apt 2, Wilmington image

118 Dock St Unit Apt 2, Wilmington — Historic District $235,000

Amazing opportunity for a short term rental property in bustling Wilmington. This unit is in a gated building & grossed almost $25K in 2025 & is expected to be about the ...

1 Beds
1 Baths
100598068 MLS
Historic District Bldg.

721 Melba Ct Unit F, Wilmington — Cape Cottages $230,000

FINANCING AVAILABLE! Beautiful 2nd floor 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with serene pool views in Cape Cottages, Wilmington NC! Interior features include new paint, refinish...

3 Beds
2 Baths
100597983 MLS
Cape Cottages Bldg.

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Starter Homes Under $250K

Aspiring young home buyers in the greater Wilmington, NC area should have an easy time finding plenty of affordable homes to enjoy for years to come. Since the Port City’s housing market has expanded by leaps and bounds over the last ten years, it is safe to say that there are starter home properties in virtually every area of the county. Many have appealing built in amenities including swimming pools, clubhouse space and tennis courts. They may be in the form of single-family homes, condos or townhomes.

Wilmington Starter Home Quick Searches:

As for new construction, the northern and southern ends of the county seems to have a larger number of enticing family friendly, modestly priced homes that would be ideal for first time home buyers. There is definitely an abundance of great subdivisions to choose from. House hunters who want to be on the south side will have lots to explore around the areas of College Road/Hwy 132, Carolina Beach Road and Greenville Loop Road. The Ogden, Bayshore and Porters Neck areas have plentiful choices as well. Please note, these are not the only spots in town, but where a lots of of new subdivisions have been springing up! An experienced real estate agent will be your best resource in matching you with a home that fits your budget, location and taste requirements.

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Popular Areas in the Community

The Wilmington area is filled with great communities and a wide variety of real estate opportunities. You can use the resources below to research homes for sale and information on some of the city's most popular areas.