Affordable, Charming and move-in ready, this classic Cape Cod is the perfect place to call home! Timeless character and thoughtful updates throughout make this an ideal choice for first-time homebuyers, investors and downsizers too. Hardwood floors flow seamlessly through both levels. The inviting living room is the heart of the home, featuring a brick wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. A curved archway leads to a formal dining room filled with charm. The updated kitchen offers abundant tall cabinetry, generous counterspace, a stainless farmhouse sink, and updated appliances including a gas range. The oversized pantry closet is a standout feature! A versatile family room provides additional flexible living space, ideal for a home office, playroom, or recreation space. Upstairs, two oversized bedrooms are filled with natural light and share a vintage-inspired tiled bath with an updated vanity and fixtures. A full basement adds storage and functionality, complete with a private working toilet. Step outside to a large, fully fenced corner lot with a shed and raised garden bed. A perfect setting for your barbecues, fun with family & friends and enjoying sitting back in the evenings around your firepit. Major upgrades include a NEWER architectural shingle roof and an updated gas boiler heating system. Convenient side street driveway parking in this popular Woodcrest neighborhood provides easy access to shopping, public transportation, Wilmington Airport & close proximity to major roads to make commuting a breeze. Don’t miss out on this inviting home that blends character, comfort, charm, and an exceptional & affordable value! Note: All room sizes and square footages listed are estimated and to be verified by Buyer. Photo editing has been completed for image enhancements. (Basement bath is designated as a half bath, but it is only a toilet)
Sold for $290,000
$290,000
120 Boxwood Rd, Wilmington, DE 19804
2beds
1,566sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$185/sqft
$2,117 Estimated rent
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kathy Melcher 302-379-3351,
Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors
Bought with:
Mike Terranova, RS338692
Keller Williams Realty Wilmington
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2100772
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 20
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 20
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 19
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 15
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 20
Other
- Features: Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 6
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Equipment, Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,566
- Total interior livable area: 1,566 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,566
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
- Dimensions: 65.00 x 105.40
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 07042.40395
- Zoning: NC5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Woodcrest
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: FHA,Conventional,VA Loan,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $290,000-1.7%$185/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2100772 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Contingent | $295,000$188/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2100772 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $295,000+110.9%$188/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2100772 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2015 | Sold | $139,900$89/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2015 | Listed for sale | $139,900-3.5%$89/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX OF WILMINGTON #6523051 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2013 | Listing removed | $144,900$93/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #6243395 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2013 | Price change | $144,900-3.3%$93/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #6243395 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2013 | Price change | $149,900-6.3%$96/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #6243395 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2013 | Listed for sale | $159,900+88.3%$102/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #6243395 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/1999 | Sold | $84,900$54/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $236,800 +433.3% |
| 2024 | $1,684 +13% | $44,400 |
| 2023 | $1,491 -0.6% | $44,400 |
| 2022 | $1,500 +0.1% | $44,400 +7% |
| 2021 | $1,500 +6.7% | $41,500 |
| 2020 | $1,405 +0.3% | $41,500 |
| 2019 | $1,402 +3.1% | $41,500 |
| 2017 | $1,360 +4.8% | $41,500 |
| 2016 | $1,298 | $41,500 |
| 2015 | $1,298 +6.6% | $41,500 |
| 2014 | $1,218 | $41,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $41,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $41,500 |
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Neighborhood: 19804
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Richey Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Dickinson (John) High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 4.1 mi
- 1/10Skyline Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Red Clay Consolidated
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Wilmington
- 19804
- 120 Boxwood Rd