Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/06/2026
Listed
$850,000
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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 .38 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1210 Essex Dr
General
- Price: $850,000
- Taxes: $3,908 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100594491
- Updated: Today (8/6/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Blinds/Shades, Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning Stove
- Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Porch, Balcony
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: On Site, Paved
Location
- County: New Hanover
- Subdivision: Glen Arden
- Driving 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.
School Information
- High School District: New Hanover
- Elementary School: Forest Hills
- Middle School: Williston
- High School: New Hanover
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Stick Built, See Remarks
- Construction: See Remarks, Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: See Remarks
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 3,005
- Year Built: 1945
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,909
- Lot Dimensions: 200 x 105
- Frontage: Paved, Paved
- Zoning: R-15
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $282.86
- Assessment Amount: $664,100
- Tax Amount: $3,908.23
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: Lot 83 + N 1/2 Lot 84
- Property ID: R05412-005-002-000
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Schools
Schools serving 1210 Essex Dr
School District:New Hanover County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Forest Hills Elementary 602 Colonial Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Williston Middle 401 South 10th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
New Hanover High 1307 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1210 Essex Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 1210 Essex Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,908
-3%
$664,100
44%
2024
$4,016
3%
$461,600
—
2023
$3,901
-1%
$461,600
—
2021
$3,950
1%
$461,600
—
2022
$3,924
-1%
$461,600
27%
2021
$3,950
3%
$363,400
—
2019
$3,825
—
$363,100
—
2017
$3,825
15%
$363,100
21%
2016
$3,322
5%
$299,800
—
2015
$3,175
4%
$299,800
—
2014
$3,040
1%
$299,800
—
2013
$3,010
—
$299,800
—
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1210 Essex Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403 (MLS# 100594491) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 1210 Essex Drive is currently listed for $850,000 and was received on August 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 1210 Essex Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Chestnut Heights - Princess Place? You can browse all Chestnut Heights - Princess Place real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.