Located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, 255 N Front Street offers a rare opportunity with over 14,000 square feet across multiple levels. The property is currently in shell condition, providing a blank slate for a wide range of potential uses and redevelopment strategies. The existing layout supports both commercial and residential configurations, allowing buyers to tailor the property to their specific vision and investment goals. Luxury condominiums have been designed for the building, ask Listing Agent for more details. The property sits just off the Wilmington Riverwalk, a major destination along the Cape Fear River that anchors retail, dining, and entertainment activity in the area. The surrounding blocks are characterized by a mix of historic buildings, modern redevelopment projects, and adaptive reuse properties, creating a strong environment for both commercial and residential investment. This location supports a wide range of potential uses and offers long-term upside as downtown Wilmington continues to evolve. This highly walkable location generates consistent foot traffic and supports strong demand.
| MLS # | 100565513 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1915 |
| Days On Site | 144 |
| Listing Provided By | Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage | Sherwood Strickland Group |
| SQ Feet | 14,132 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | CBD |
| Acreage | 0.11 |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | No |
| Utilities | Natural Gas Connected, See Remarks, Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
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| Tax Assessed Value | 60100 |
|---|---|
| Tax Book Number | 19 |
| Tax Legal Description | UNIT B100 255 NORTH FRONT STREET CONDOMINIUMS |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| State | NC |
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| County | New Hanover |
| City | Wilmington |
| Zip Code | 28401 |
| Listing VS Median (in 28401) | |
Price: $1,850,000 low | high Med: $375,000 sqft: 14,132 low | high Med: 1,363 $ / sqft: $131 low | high Med: $275 On site: 144 low | high Med: 4 | |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | New Hanover |
| City | Wilmington |
| Zip Code | 28401 |
| Listing VS Median (in 28401) | |
Price: $1,850,000 low | high Med: $375,000 sqft: 14,132 low | high Med: 1,363 $ / sqft: $131 low | high Med: $275 On site: 144 low | high Med: 4 | |
![]() | $3,995,000711 N 5th AvenueWilmington, NC 28401 |