Sold for $1,000,000 on 09/20/24
$1,000,000
17 Walnut Ridge Rd, Wilmington, DE 19807
5beds
4,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
2.3 Acres Lot
$980,300 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$4,747 Estimated rent
Home value
$980,300
$872,000 - $1.10M
$4,747/mo
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What's special
Drive down the road on Walnut Ridge Rd to find your custom designed home with circular driveway. As the seasons progresses, perennial blooms follow at each interval - always something in bloom ! Surrounded by nature, check out the AMAZING private views & natural light from the floor to ceiling windows with breathtaking views of wooded lot. 17 Walnut offers flex living; there are TWO primary suites, one on main and second up. The open concept living area features a wood burning fireplace on a gorgeous concrete cantilever hearth flanked with original brick mantel. A modern chef's galley kitchen has been thoughtfully planned with a 20' quartz countertop and unique features such “Fireclay” backsplash tiles, six burner Thermador commercial gas range with commercial vent hood, custom pantry and plenty of drawer storage for minimal clutter to spark maximum joy. Gorgeous hardwood floor throughout main and upper floors. The main level primary suite located at the end of the hall and features newer en suite. Two additional bedrooms and a large updated laundry complete this floor. Going up the modern turned staircase with metal railing leads to another primary or guest suite. The second expansive space on this floor could be another bedroom, designer dressing room, a yoga studio, office or private retreat with expansive floor to ceiling windows. The lower level walk-out basement is a fabulous for entertaining, recreating, home office or another den. The lower level offers plenty of options! Room for a bar (capped water lines already in place), room for ping pong or pool table or a home theatre. A walk out to the gravel & Avondale brown stone patio bordered by a garden lets you take the party outside as well. The other half of the lower level offers a 3rd ‘garage’ & is perfect for a workout room, storage, woodworking, gardening, and crafting. Upgrades include full kitchen remodel with commercial appliances, quartz countertops and custom- made eco-cabinets and tile; finished basement a powder room, all new plumbing, heating pipes and baseboard units throughout the house. Two remodeled full baths on main level. Newer whole-house water treatment system with neutralizer, filter and ultraviolet unit. Going from main home to garage, there is a screened-in patio that opens to expansive deck that surrounds the home. This screened in patio leads you to a two-car garage with individual bays and a studio upstairs *with it's own entrance! that could be used as an au pair suite or office. Home offers uninterrupted electric with a whole house generator. Welcome home to 17 Walnut Ridge which offers an incredible location & recent upgrades!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 20, 2024 at 05:42am
Listed by:
Sarah Murray 484-888-1677,
Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone
Bought with:
Paul Pantano, RB-0002776
Pantano Real Estate Inc
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2060394
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 60.0
Heating
- Hot Water, Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Bathroom - Stall Shower, Dining Area, Cathedral Ceiling(s), 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,500
- Total interior livable area: 4,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Breezeway
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods, Mountain(s), Garden
Lot
- Size: 2.30 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot, Sloped, Wooded, Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 07017.00014
- Zoning: NC2A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Excellent,Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Walnut Ridge
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $500 annually
- Services included: Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
- Association name: WALNUT RIDGE HOA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/20/2024 | Sold | $1,000,000-7%$222/sqft |
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| 7/21/2024 | Contingent | $1,074,990$239/sqft |
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| 7/8/2024 | Price change | $1,074,990-2.3%$239/sqft |
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| 6/21/2024 | Price change | $1,099,900-4.4%$244/sqft |
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| 6/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,149,990$256/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $813,500 +414.9% |
| 2024 | $5,838 +13.4% | $158,000 |
| 2023 | $5,150 -1.2% | $158,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19807
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Brandywine Springs SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 4 mi
- 4/10duPont (Alexis I.) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
- 1/10duPont (Alexis I.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 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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