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.
For sale
$850,000
1210 Essex Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403
5beds
3,005sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
0.48 Acres Lot
$799,900 Zestimate®
$283/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered patio for entertainingSpacious bedroomsOriginal features including archwaysLarge sunny carolina roomFull greeting entry foyerPrivate second level verandaRounded glass block walls
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Listed by:
Brett Knowles 910-279-3000,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100594491
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Den, Living Room, Other, Sunroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 20
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Description: separate entrance
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Den
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 26
Other
- Description: Foyer
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Sunroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Blinds/Shades, Wood Burning Stove
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,005
- Total interior livable area: 3,005 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Balcony
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Dimensions: 200 x 105
Details
- Parcel number: R05412005002000
- Zoning: R-15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- See Remarks, Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Membrane,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Glen Arden
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $283/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $664,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,908
- Date on market: 8/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$799,900
$760,000 - $840,000
$4,593/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $850,000+1417.9%$283/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100594491 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/1975 | Sold | $56,000$19/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,908 -2.7% | $664,100 +43.9% |
| 2024 | $4,016 +3% | $461,600 |
| 2023 | $3,901 -0.6% | $461,600 |
| 2022 | $3,924 -0.7% | $461,600 |
| 2021 | $3,950 +3.2% | $461,600 +27% |
| 2020 | $3,828 +0.1% | $363,400 +0.1% |
| 2019 | $3,825 | $363,100 |
| 2018 | $3,825 | $363,100 |
| 2017 | $3,825 +15.1% | $363,100 +21.1% |
| 2016 | $3,322 +4.6% | $299,800 |
| 2015 | $3,175 +4.4% | $299,800 |
| 2014 | $3,040 | $299,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $299,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $299,800 -25% |
| 2011 | -- | $399,785 |
| 2010 | -- | $399,785 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $269,082 |
| 2004 | -- | $269,082 |
| 2003 | -- | $269,082 |
| 2002 | -- | $269,082 |
| 2001 | -- | $269,082 |
| 2000 | -- | $269,082 |
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Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Forest Hills
- Middle: Williston
- High: New Hanover
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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