Welcome to Madelyn Gardens, a quiet one-street neighborhood tucked between Briarwood and Shipley Heights, offering convenient access to schools, parks, and local amenities—perfect for those seeking a balanced North Wilmington lifestyle. This beautifully crafted brick Cape Cod blends timeless charm with untapped potential across 2,025 sq ft of classic living space. The spacious main level features a large living room with a fireplace, two bedrooms, and 1.5 baths. The kitchen and adjacent dining room offer an ideal opportunity to create a seamless flow between spaces, enhancing functionality while preserving warmth and character. Upstairs, two generous bedrooms await with 2nd full bath, including a primary with a skylight and ample closet space. The full basement offers excellent potential for finishing, remaining exceptionally dry with a new French drain, window well drains, and a sump pump, plus a fireplace and walkout egress. Set on a rare .88-acre lot in North Wilmington, the property provides a blank canvas for your outdoor vision, whether you imagine a light-filled greenhouse retreat, as the original owner did, or a vibrant entertainment space complete with a pool and patio for gatherings. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore this unique Madelyn Gardens residence and envision the possibilities it holds for your future.
Sold for $535,000 on 08/13/25
$535,000
10 Madelyn Ave, Wilmington, DE 19803
4beds
2,025sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.88 Acres Lot
$540,700 Zestimate®
$264/sqft
$2,910 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 13, 2025 at 08:57am
Listed by:
Nicholas Smith 302-382-4623,
Monument Sotheby's International Realty,
Listing Team: Nicholas Barrett Group
Bought with:
Kat Pigliacampi, R3-0012141
Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2085972
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Full,Improved
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,025
- Total interior livable area: 2,025 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,025
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Attached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.88 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 06102.00044
- Zoning: NC10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Madelyn Gardens
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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