308 Dock Street $825,000

Welcome to the historic Kidder House (Circa, 1910) a rare, shingle-style home in the heart of Wilmington's Historic District. Beautifully restored, this historic property epitomizes the style and grace of years gone by with the comforts and convenience of the modern era. Expertly preserved features include the rare and intricately-designed window muntins with original glazed panes, wood floors,10 ft ceilings, original doors, heavy moldings, 6 fireplaces (non-working) and more. The front exterior includes a walled garden that is elevated from the street with steps to the rocking-chair covered front porch displaying an Historic Wilmington Foundation plaque. With separate utilities for each level of the home, it is ideal for an investor interested in short or long term rental income or a buyer who wishes to live in one level and rent out the other for additional income. As a duplex, the lower unit comprises 2 BRs, 1.5 Baths and the upper unit, 2 BRs, 1 bath, each with a separate entrance. At the original front door, the home's interior begins with a vestibule and French doors that lead to each level of the home. The first level unit has an entrance foyer and a light-filled living room (parlor) that boasts beautiful windows overlooking the front porch and charming fireplace. Heavy double doors lead to a large adjacent bedroom with a 2nd fireplace. The renovated kitchen has a patio door to a private courtyard garden and there is a quaint dining room with a curved wall and other historic features. The 1st floor primary bedroom has a lovely original fireplace and a bright adjacent dressing room with a laundry closet, a half bath and a patio door to the garden area. Completing the first floor is a newly renovated full bathroom featuring a tiled shower. The entry to the upper level begins with the private stairs from the vestibule. Along the center hall on that level are 3 large rooms comprising 2 BRs and a living room, all with wood floors and fireplaces. The full

This listing is provided courtesy by Monica D Rolquin, BlueCoast Realty Corporation