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Sold for $669,000 on 01/15/25
  • $669,000

    5 Richards Dr, Wilmington, DE 19810

    4beds
    3,000sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1791
    0.49 Acres Lot
    $692,000 Zestimate®
    $223/sqft
    $3,273 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    A rare and unusual find! Come see this outstanding 2 1/2 story home, with the original structure dating back to 1791! This property also includes a separate carriage house which is currently used as a rental property, garnering $1,400/month. This home was constructed for Isaac Grubb, a member of the Grubb family that originally settled in North Wilmington. House was part of a dairy farm. The property also includes a separate carriage house which is currently used as a rental property. This home has been meticulously maintained by the present owner and improved over the years. Features include front open porch with slate floor. Living room includes original pine floors with 2 fireplaces and wood stove. Large stately dining room with built in shelves and corner cabinet. Kitchen includes ceiling fan, granite countertops, steel appliances, including new dishwasher and refrigerator. First floor also includes powder room and main floor laundry. Large family room, 3 season porch/den and 2 stairways to second floor. Second floor includes master bedroom with full refurbished bath. Bedrooms include built in cabinets, desks, pine floors, fireplace in second bedroom and a second floor terrace. Newly installed 22' x 30' rear patio with brick pavers that includes 2 fire pits and paver walkways. Whole house fan, 2 attic fans and updated electric make this home complete! Carriage house has a tenant on a month to month lease, which also could be used as an in-law-suite. Warranty included for buyer, which covers the main residential house. Close to shopping, restaurants and major roads, See this one today! (More information about the carriage house is in the documents section of this listing.)

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: January 15, 2025 at 05:26pm

    Listed by:

    Michael DiFonzo 302-764-0100,

    RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington

    Bought with:

    Bruno Caputo, R3-0004538

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Concord

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2061462MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Radiator, Oil
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s), Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Attic/House Fan, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
    • Doors: Six Panel, Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Energy Efficient, Insulated Windows, Replacement, Window Treatments
    • Basement: Partial,Dirt Floor
    • Number of fireplaces: 3
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,000
    • Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,000
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Paved, Off Street
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two and One Half
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 0.49 Acres
    • Dimensions: 221.10 x 99.10
    • Features: Backs - Parkland, Cul-De-Sac, Level, Suburban
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
    • Parcel number: 06044.00368
    • Zoning: NC10
    • Zoning description: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional,Carriage House
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stone, Vinyl Siding, Stucco
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1791

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Wilmington
    • Subdivision: Clair Manor

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $200 annually

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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