Enjoy easy, stair-free living in this updated and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo nestled in the sought-after Berkshire community. Located on the first floor with a covered entry and direct access from the parking lot, this home offers both comfort and convenience in a peaceful setting. Step inside to find new laminate flooring throughout and a soft neutral color palette that creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The spacious 21' x 13' living and dining area provides plenty of room for entertaining, while the enclosed balcony/sunroom is the perfect spot to unwind or enjoy your morning coffee. The upgraded kitchen features solid surface countertops, coordinating stainless steel appliances—including a gas stove and dishwasher—and a streamlined layout ideal for everyday living. A full-size washer and dryer are conveniently located within the unit. The generous primary bedroom suite includes a large walk-in closet and private en suite bath, offering a quiet retreat at the end of the day. A second bedroom and full bath complete the flexible floor plan. Residents of Berkshire enjoy carefree living with condo fees that cover the inground pool, tennis courts, water, sewer, trash, snow removal, exterior maintenance, and landscaping—all just minutes from Newark, the University of Delaware, local parks, and great dining.Note: Select interior photos have been virtually staged
Sold for $260,000
$260,000
1603 Braken Ave, Wilmington, DE 19808
2beds
970sqft
Condominium
Built in 1990
-- sqft lot
$266,000 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$1,894 Estimated rent
Home value
$266,000
$239,000 - $295,000
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Soft neutral color paletteGenerous primary bedroom suitePrivate en suite bathTennis courtsFull-size washer and dryerGas stoveLarge walk-in closet
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Listed by:
Julie Spagnolo 302-463-4088,
Northrop Realty,
Co-Listing Team: The Allison Stine Team At Northrop Realty, A Long And Foster Company,Co-Listing Agent: Allison Stine 302-381-5565,
Northrop Realty
Bought with:
Theresa Russo, R030016907
Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2085568
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Flooring - Laminated, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Freezer, Self Cleaning Oven, Double Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Main Level, Washer In Unit, In Unit
Features
- Combination Dining/Living, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Six Panel, Sliding Glass, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Vinyl Clad
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 970
- Total interior livable area: 970 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 970
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Unassigned, Parking Lot
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance, No Stairs
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 08030.00065.C.0056
- Zoning: NCPUD
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System
- Condo and coop fee: $257 monthly
- Subdivision: Berkshire Limeston
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $288 annually
- HOA name: KELLY MANAGEMENT
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $268/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $71,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,502
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Sold | $260,000-1.9%$268/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2085568 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2025 | Pending sale | $265,000$273/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2085568 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $265,000+15.2%$273/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2085568 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2023 | Sold | $230,000+17.3%$237/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2022 | Sold | $196,000+5.9%$202/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2018788 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2022 | Pending sale | $185,000$191/sqft |
Source:  Patterson Schwartz #DENC2018788 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $185,000+12.2%$191/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2018788 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2010 | Listing removed | $164,900$170/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX #5729621 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2010 | Price change | $164,900-2.9%$170/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX #5729621 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2010 | Price change | $169,900-5.6%$175/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX #5729621 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2010 | Listed for sale | $179,900$185/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX #5729621 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $242,300 +237.5% |
| 2024 | $2,751 +12.8% | $71,800 |
| 2023 | $2,440 -2.1% | $71,800 |
| 2022 | $2,491 +1.7% | $71,800 |
| 2021 | $2,450 -21.9% | $71,800 |
| 2020 | $3,138 +39.6% | $71,800 |
| 2019 | $2,247 -61.8% | $71,800 |
| 2017 | $5,890 +185.4% | $71,800 |
| 2016 | $2,064 | $71,800 |
| 2015 | $2,064 -3% | $71,800 |
| 2014 | $2,127 | $71,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $71,800 |
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Neighborhood: 19808
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Linden Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 1/10Skyline Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10McKean (Thomas) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Linden Hill
- Middle: Skyline
- High: Thomas Mckean
- 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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