2412 DELAWARE AVENUE, Wilmington, DE 19806

$1,995,000 Asking Price

8 beds
6 baths
9,146  sqft
Built in 1903

Stunning, genteel three-story home is a classic example of why Rockford Park remains a coveted neighborhood in Wilmington. This elegant and exceptional property retains many of its original features, yet the infrastructure has been brought into the present. Situated on a large corner lot, which extends from 19th Street to Delaware Avenue, this unique property is set apart from other area homes. Charm abounds from the moment you approach the stately front porch overlooking a well-established street. Exquisite entryway with sitting area adorned with an ornate fireplace welcomes you through to the formal living and dining rooms. The grand living room has space for multiple groupings enhanced with a wood burning fireplace. French doors open to an adjoining family room flooded by natural light by way of three walls of windows. Elegant dining room large enough to seat twenty-five people or more, or cozy for two, featuring bay window. Refined chef’s kitchen details oversized Carrera marble island large enough to offer additional seating area and high end stainless steel appliances plus bright and sunny breakfast room with see through gas fireplace. Authentic detail carries through to the elegant stairwell leading to the second floor landing with built-in seating area and tall stained glass windows. Master suite with adjoining dressing room and spa-like master bath. Three additional generously sized bedrooms, full bathroom and laundry round out the second level. The finished third level is host to four bedrooms, two full bathrooms and recreation area. Finished basement is complete with second family room area/playroom, full bathroom and large laundry room with loads of organizational storage. No details have been spared in this modern day grand English stone style mansion, all while maintaining it’s charm. Enjoy a bike ride through Rockford Park or evening stroll to Trolley Square, this property is the epitome of city living at its finest.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Breakfast Area,Ceiling Fan(s),Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen - Island,Kitchen - Table Space,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Soaking Tub,Stain/Lead Glass,Stall Shower,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-in Closet(s),Wood Floors
Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Sitting Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Family Room,Den,Breakfast Room,Other,Recreation Room,Bedroom 6,Bonus Room,Additional Bedroom
Laundry:
Upper Floor
Basement:
Partially Finished
Flooring:
Wood
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Radiator, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Gas/Propane,Wood, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 3
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Sidewalks, Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Colonial
Parking:
Brick Driveway

Construction

General:
Stone, 3

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
County:
NEW CASTLE

Lot

Zoning:
26R-1, 26-005.40-111
Current Use:
0

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN
Exclusions:
See list

This listing courtesy of:
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Rose M Bloom

About Wilmington, DE

Housing

Number of Units
97,766
Median Home Value
$285,452
Median Rent
$964

36.50% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.24% are vacant.

Commute

Car
67.77%
Public Transportation
4.49%
Walk to Work
2.54%
Work from Home
24.61%
Other
0.25%

The median travel time to work is 20 minutes.

People

Population
220,356
Median Age
40.50
Median Household Size
2.47

Education

High School
31.55%
Associate’s Degree
6.50%
Bachelor’s Degree
21.70%
Graduate Degree
16.21%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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