1210 Essex Drive
Wilmington, NC 28403
5
Bed
4
Bath
3,005Sqft
0.48Acre(Lot)
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
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 5Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 4Room Information
Rooms Total: 10 Basement: Crawl Space -
Roofing Information
Membrane, Shingle -
Interior Features
Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Pantry Roof: Membrane, Shingle Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher Window Features: Window Coverings -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Forced Air, Oil, Wood Stove Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air
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Building Information
Year Built: 1945 Building Area Total: 3005 Construction Materials: See Remarks, Brick, Vinyl Siding Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch Private Pool: No View: None -
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 200x105 Main Square Feet: 0.48 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.48 Lot Size Square Feet: 20909Property Information
Subdivision: Glen Arden Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Two Property Age: 81
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $850000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: R05412-005-002-000 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $3908.23
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Parking Information
Parking Total: 2 On Site, PavedGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2Homeowners Association InformationAssociation Amenities: None
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School Information
Elementary School: Forest HillsJunior High School: WillistonSenior High School: New Hanover -
Utility Information
Water Connected -
Location Information
Direction: Oleander Dr turn on Independence toward Empie Park. left on Park. Right on Forest Hills. Left on Park. Right on Essex. Home on left. WaterSource: Public
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