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Sold for $455,000
  • $455,000

    1211 1/2 McKennans Church Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808

    4beds
    2,600sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1790
    0.35 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $175/sqft
    $2,743 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Gas fireplaceAbundant natural lightRecessed lightingOversized baseboardsStainless steel appliancesBay windowInviting dutch door
    **Professional photos coming soon** Charming 18th-century farmhouse blending historic character with modern updates! This 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers approximately 2,450 square feet of living space, combining timeless details with thoughtful improvements for comfortable, everyday living. Step into the welcoming foyer, where the spacious family room sits to the right, featuring a gas fireplace, recessed lighting, a bay window, and abundant natural light. Throughout the home, original hardwood floors—professionally refinished in 2025—highlight its historic charm, while key updates like a newer boiler and water heater (2023) provide efficiency and peace of mind. The dining room is rich in character, showcasing oversized baseboards and custom built-in shelving crafted from the property’s original barn wood. An inviting Dutch door leads to a secondary foyer near the kitchen, adding both charm and functionality. The kitchen is well-appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large pantry with pull-outs, a custom rotating spice cabinet, and a built-in butcher block—perfect for cooking and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen is a versatile living/flex space, once used as a butter churning barn. This unique area now features durable wood-look tile flooring, a wet bar, and sliding doors that open to the backyard, offering endless possibilities for a second living area, home office, or recreation space compete with a 2025 Caldera spa hot tub and 2 wall mounted TV's. A mudroom with a laundry closet provides access to the oversized two-car garage and features an exposed siding accent wall from the original barn, adding a rustic touch. A convenient half bath is tucked near the staircase. Upstairs, you’ll find all four bedrooms and a full bath, with hardwood flooring throughout. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and a dressing or sitting area or home office. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with a fully fenced yard, a newly sodded lawn (2025), and a stamped concrete patio with a retractable awning—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Unwind in the 2025 Caldera spa hot tub and enjoy plenty of space for gardening, grilling, and gatherings. Additional highlights include a floored attic for extra storage, all appliances included, a brand-new architectural shingle roof, and owned solar panels designed to significantly reduce or eliminate electric costs (both installed 2025). Full of history and thoughtfully updated, this unique farmhouse offers the perfect blend of past and present. Move-in ready and truly one of a kind—don’t miss the opportunity to make it yours!

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Other, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central, Solar
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,600 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached, Off-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Stone, Stucco, Vinyl
    • Has spa: Yes
    Lot
    • Size: 0.35 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0803810183

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • Foundation: Crawl/Raised
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1790

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Wilmington

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/26/2026Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    4/25/2026Listed for sale$565,000+24.2%$217/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    4/16/2025Sold$455,000+52.2%$175/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/13/2015Sold$299,000$115/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/16/2015Price change$299,000-6.4%$115/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Greater Newark #6474174 Report a problem
    4/27/2015Price change$319,500-1.5%$123/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Greater Newark #6474174 Report a problem
    3/29/2015Price change$324,500-1.5%$125/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty - Newark #6474174 Report a problem
    2/24/2015Price change$329,500-2.9%$127/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty - Newark #6474174 Report a problem
    2/4/2015Price change$339,500-1.6%$131/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty - Newark #6474174 Report a problem
    12/9/2014Price change$345,000-2%$133/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty - Newark #6474174 Report a problem
    10/20/2014Listed for sale$352,000$135/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty - Newark #6474174 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $314,500 +392.9%
    2024$2,449 +12.4%$63,800
    2023$2,179 -53.8%$63,800
    2022$4,721 +115.3%$63,800
    2021$2,192 -0.3%$63,800
    2020$2,199 +0.1%$63,800
    2019$2,196 +2.8%$63,800
    2017$2,136 +5.3%$63,800
    2016$2,029 $63,800
    2015$2,029 +6.5%$63,800
    2014$1,906 $63,800
    2013-- $63,800 +4.8%
    2012-- $60,900
    2011-- $60,900
    2010-- $60,900
    2009-- $60,900
    2008-- $60,900
    2007-- $60,900
    2006-- $60,900
    2005-- $60,900
    2004-- $60,900
    2003-- $60,900
    2002-- $60,900
    2001-- $60,900

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    Neighborhood: 19808

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: HERITAGE
    • Middle: SKYLINE
    • High: MCKEAN
    • District: Red Clay Consol

    Source: The 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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