714 BLACKSHIRE ROAD, Wilmington, DE 19805

$630,000 Asking Price

5 beds
4 baths
2,836  sqft
Built in 1930

Offer Deadline 9/14 at 3PM. Welcome to this handsome 3-story semi-detached home in the historic Wawaset Park neighborhood, celebrated for its charming period homes and distinctive architectural details. This beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers timeless elegance and modern comfort. Step through the enclosed, conditioned entrance porch into a spacious living room featuring a classic wood-burning fireplace and built-in bookcases, enhanced by hardwood floors and intricate woodwork that flow throughout the house. The generously-sized formal dining is ideal for hosting gatherings. The updated eat-in kitchen boasts a modern curved design with white cabinetry and butcher block countertops, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting & gas cooking. A convenient first floor coast closet and recently renovated guest powder room complete this level. The second-floor houses three generously-sized bedrooms, including the primary suite with two deep closets. The full hall bath on this level offers a shower/tub combination. The third floor has two additional bedrooms and showcases a large full bath with a soaking tub and a separate shower with a frameless glass enclosure. The finished walk-out lower level provides versatile extra living space, including another full bath and ample storage. Outdoors, enjoy a large, private fenced yard with a brick patio and a separate grassy area perfect for outdoor parties. The oversized driveway accommodates plenty of parking with easy passing, and a two-car garage complete with 240 volt outlet for vehicle charging plus a fully-floored attic with pull-down stairs and an attached tool shed. High-efficiency radiant heat and central air, this home ensures year-round comfort. Its prime location in one of Wilmington's most desirable neighborhoods makes this well-cared-for property a smart and inviting choice.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Attic,Cedar Closet(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Moldings,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Eat-In,Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Wood Floors
Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Recreation Room,Bathroom 2,Bathroom 3,Attic
Laundry:
Basement
Basement:
Full,Partially Finished,Walkout Stairs
Flooring:
Hardwood
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Wood, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Sidewalks,Street Lights, Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Colonial

Construction

Roofing:
Slate
General:
Brick,Masonry, 3, Concrete Perimeter

Location

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

Lot

Zoning:
26R-2, 26-019.30-181
Fencing:
Partially,Wood

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN
Exclusions:
All Seller's and tenants personal properties.

This listing courtesy of:
Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville, Amy Lacy

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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