$675,000
About this home
Discover the perfect blend of architectural character, modern updates, and an exceptional location in Wilmington's beautiful Glen Arden neighborhood. Surrounded by stately homes and magnificent mature trees, this mid-century modern home offers a unique opportunity to enjoy one of Wilmington's most charming and established neighborhoods. Situated on a spacious .32-acre lot, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home features 1,704 square feet of living space and an inviting open floor plan that seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas. Beyond the heated living space, enjoy approximately 301 additional square feet in the enclosed rear sunroom and separate laundry and storage room. The versatile layout provides flexibility for a home office, den, or additional bedroom. A fireplace with remote-controlled gas logs creates a cozy focal point, while the distinctive brick veneer and red cedar exterior add warmth and architectural interest. Both bathrooms were completely renovated in 2024 with beautiful, high-end finishes. Additional improvements include a newly encapsulated crawlspace with a dehumidifier, and a well-fed irrigation system with a new pump installed in 2026. The expansive outdoor patio, with access through the kitchen and the back porch, provides a wonderful setting for entertaining or simply enjoying the mature landscape and peaceful surroundings. The fenced-in backyard also backs up to a public alley, offering additional access and convenience. Ideally located approximately 10 minutes from historic Downtown Wilmington and 20 minutes from Wrightsville Beach, this home combines the character of an established Wilmington neighborhood with the convenience of a central location. With its distinctive mid-century modern design, thoughtful improvements, generous lot, and flexible living spaces, 1206 Essex Drive is a special place to call home.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Hive MLS
- MLS #
- 100610478
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Glen Arden
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 2
- On market date
- October 15, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.32 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
- District
- New Hanover County Schools
- Enrollment
- 698
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.7:1
- District
- New Hanover County Schools
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student:teacher ratio
- 23.0:1
- District
- New Hanover County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Wilmington's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.
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