Wilmington, NC 28403 1210 Essex Drive

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Presented By: Brett Knowles with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage.
  • MLS# 100594491
  • 08/06/2026
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  • Beds • 5
  • Baths • 4
  • SQFT • 3,005
  • Garage • 2

Home Details

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.
Presented By: Brett Knowles with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage.

Interior Features for 1210 Essex Drive

Bedrooms

Master Bed LevelPrimary Living Area
Total Bedrooms5

Bathrooms

Half Baths0
Total Baths4

Other Interior Features

SmokingYNNo
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
Basement (Y/N)No
Fireplace FeaturesWood Burning Stove
Fireplace Y/NYes
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesEntrance Foyer, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Blinds/Shades, Wood Burning Stove
Living Area Range3000 - 3499
Total Fireplaces1
Total Stories2

Other Rooms

Entry Level1
Room TypeMaster Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Area, Den, Living Room, Other, Sunroom

General for 1210 Essex Drive

AppliancesElectric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher
Association AmenitiesNone
Attached Garage Yes
Carport Spaces0.0
Carport Y/NNo
CityWilmington
Construction MaterialsSee Remarks, Brick, Vinyl Siding
CoolingCentral Air
CountyNew Hanover
DirectionsOleander Dr turn on Independence toward Empie Park. left on Park. Right on Forest Hills. Left on Park. Right on Essex. Home on left.
Elementary SchoolForest Hills
Full Baths4
Garage Spaces2.0
Garage Y/NYes
HOANo
HeatingForced Air, Oil
High SchoolNew Hanover
High School DistrictNew Hanover
Home Warranty Y/NNo
In City Limits? (Y/N)Yes
IslandOrMainlandMainland
Land Lease Y/NNo
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionLot 83 + N 1/2 Lot 84
LevelsTwo
Living Area3005.0
Living Area UnitsSquare Feet
Lot Size Square Feet20909.0
Lot Size UnitsAcres
Middle/Junior High SchoolWilliston
New ConstructionNo
Operating Expense0.0
Parcel NumberR05412-005-002-000
Patio/Porch FeaturesCovered, Porch, Balcony
PossessionClose Of Escrow, At Closing
Property Attached Y/NNo
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
RoofMembrane, Shingle
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Structure TypeStick Built, See Remarks
Subdivision NameGlen Arden
Tax Assessed Value664100
Tax Year2025
Taxes$3,908
Total Rooms10
UtilitiesWater Connected
ViewSee Remarks
Year Built1945
ZoningR-15

Exterior for 1210 Essex Drive

Building Area Total3005.0
Crops Included Y/NNo
Exterior FinishBrick, Vinyl Siding
FencingNone
Foundation DetailsCrawl Space
Frontage TypeSee Remarks
Horse Y/NNo
Lot Dimensions200x105
Lot Size Acres0.48
Lot Size Area0.48
Parking FeaturesOn Site, Paved
Road Frontage TypePaved
Road Surface TypePaved
SpaNo
Total Parking2.0
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools

High School New Hanover High School
Elementary School Forest Hills Elementary School
Middle School Williston Middle School

Greg Williams

Price $750,000
MLS#100594491
List Date 08/06/2026
Property Type Single Family
Phone 704.685.1237
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