1210 Essex Drive, Wilmington, NC

$750,000

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5

Beds

4

Baths

3,005

Square feet

0.48

Acres

About 1210 Essex Drive

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.

Features of 1210 Essex Drive

MLS® # 100594491
Price $750,000
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4.00
Full Baths 4
Square Footage 3,005
Acres 0.48
Year Built 1945
Type Residential
Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Status Active

Community Information

Address 1210 Essex Drive
Subdivision Glen Arden
City Wilmington
County New Hanover
State NC
Zip Code 28403

Amenities

Amenities None
Utilities Water Connected
Parking Spaces 2
Parking On Site, Paved
# of Garages 2
View See Remarks
Is Waterfront No
Has Pool No

Interior

Interior Features Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Blinds/Shades, Wood Burning Stove
Appliances Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher
Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Fireplace Yes
# of Fireplaces 1
Fireplaces Wood Burning Stove
# of Stories 2
Stories Two

Exterior

Roof Membrane, Shingle
Construction See Remarks, Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Crawl Space

School Information

District New Hanover
Elementary Forest Hills
Middle Williston
High New Hanover

Additional Information

Date Listed August 6th, 2026
Days on Market 29
Zoning R-15
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

OfficeColdwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

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