Price Reduction - Primary on Main
Address
1210 Essex Drive, Wilmington, NC
Price
$ 750,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#100594491
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyNEW HANOVER
- CityWilmington
- AreaGlen Arden
- NeighborhoodWilmington
- Zip28403
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1945
- Taxes$ 3908
- Price$ 750,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage3005
- Lot Size0.48 Acres
Data Source:
North Carolina Regional MLS (NCRMLS)
Property Description
A true test of time, this custom built 1945 midtown Wilmington home offers timeless character, architectural charm and endless potential to remodel to your taste. Located in one of the areas most sought out established neighborhoods. Walk or bike to the park, fitness center or many local retail shops and dining establishments. Stroll the community on live oak tree and azalea line sidewalks and greenways. Ready for a new owners vision this distinctive home showcases original features including archways, rounded glass block walls, by gone era phone nook, luggage storage area and a full greeting entry foyer. True mid 20th century craftsman style. Spacious bedrooms include options for primary on main or upper level. Guest rooms with built in cabinetry. The 5th bedroom with seperate entrance is ideal for an in-law suite. Wood and tile floors in much of the home. Large sunny carolina room. Sit outside onto a covered patio for entertaining or the private second level veranda. Beautiful mature .48 acre landscaped lot has special alley access to the back of the property and garage/carport. A rare opportunity to restore and personalize a true Wilmington classic brimming with character and endless possibilities.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Hills Elementary School | Williston Middle School | New Hanover High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Listed $850,000 |
| 9/3/2026 | 12$750,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 3005.0 |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air,Oil |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow,At Closing |
| Roof | Membrane,Shingle |
| Appliances | Electric Oven,Electric Cooktop,Dishwasher |
| Zoning | R-15 |
| Garage Spaces | 2.0 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Porch,Balcony |
| Construction Materials | See Remarks,Brick,Vinyl Siding |
| Year Built | 1945 |
| View | See Remarks |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Taxes | 3908.23 |
| Parcel Number | R05412-005-002-000 |
| County | New Hanover |
| Operating Expense | 0.0 |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| In City Limits? (Y/N) | Yes |
| Association Amenities | None |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | Glen Arden |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Total Rooms | 10 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Oleander Dr turn on Independence toward Empie Park. left on Park. Right on Forest Hills. Left on Park. Right on Essex. Home on left. |
| High School | New Hanover |
| City | Wilmington |
| High School District | New Hanover |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 20909.0 |
| Carport Spaces | 0.0 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Elementary School | Forest Hills |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Middle/Junior High School | Williston |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Structure Type | Stick Built,See Remarks |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Assessed Value | 664100 |
| Legal Description | Lot 83 + N 1/2 Lot 84 |
| IslandOrMainland | Mainland |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Entrance Foyer,Bookcases,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Blinds/Shades,Wood Burning Stove |
|---|---|
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning Stove |
| Master Bed Level | Primary Living Area |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Room Type | Master Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Dining Area,Den,Living Room,Other,Sunroom |
| Total Baths | 4 |
| Living Area Range | 3000 - 3499 |
| SmokingYN | No |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Finish | Brick,Vinyl Siding |
|---|---|
| Fencing | None |
| Parking Features | On Site,Paved |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2.0 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.48 |
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 3005.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 200x105 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.48 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Frontage Type | See Remarks |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Road Frontage Type | Paved |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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