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Sold for $1,835,000
  • $1,835,000

    2500 W 17th St, Wilmington, DE 19806

    3beds
    5,836sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1920
    0.43 Acres Lot
    $1,878,300 Zestimate®
    $314/sqft
    $4,325 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,878,300

    $1.71M - $2.07M

    $4,325/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Incredible opportunity to own one of the most iconic homes in The Highlands! Built in 1920 and completely renovated and expanded in 2002, this home features amazing architectural details thru-out with a Frank Lloyd Wright inspired style! The stunning foyer showcases the expansive main level with 10 ft. ceilings, an open floor plan, marble floors, strategically placed skylights and unique stainless-steel panels specifically designed to showcase your fine art. Adjacent to the foyer, special attention was taken to preserve the original 1920's character of the library. Featuring stunning millwork, a wet/dry bar and wood burning fireplace, the library serves as a perfect home office or enchanting retreat. The main living area is a one-of-a-kind design featuring an abundance of tucked-away closets, gas fireplace and the highest quality of custom built-in cabinetry. The California designed Siematic kitchen offers a large island for barstool seating, center island, 6-burner Wolf range and oven, Subzero refrigerator & a double wine refrigerator. 2 bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level and can be separated from the kitchen/living room area with custom pocket doors ensuring complete privacy for the bedroom areas. The expansive master suite features a walk-in closet/dressing room with custom cabinetry and built-in's and a large bedroom. The master bath provides pure luxury with double vanities, walk-in rain shower and whirlpool tub. The 2nd bedroom offers a large fully accessible bath. The rear of the home provides main floor laundry, a huge office area with built-in desks and 3 entrances to the rear solarium overlooking multiple terraces. The 2nd floor houses a 3rd bedroom with en-suite full bath and walk-in closet. The finished lower level features a lower-level rec room, gym area and powder room. And for the car enthusiast there is a 6+ car garage! Professional landscaping and mature gardens that strategically bloom thru-out the seasons border the multiple terraces and garden wall. Special features of this home cannot be duplicated with state-of-the-art systems, interior & exterior lighting, radiant heated floors, generator, commercial sized elevator, 4-zoned heating/cooling, 2-year-old HVAC systems, brand new industrial capacity water heater, irrigation system and so much more! Conveniently located on one of the nicest streets in The Highlands, just blocks from Rockford Park, the Delaware Art Museum, local shops & restaurants. A perfect blend of history and modern craftsmanship, a true masterpiece!

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Heat pump, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Master Bath(s), Wet/Dry Bar, CeilngFan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Stall Shower
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
    • Basement: Finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 5,836 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 7
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Mobility Improvements
    Features
    • Exterior features: Stucco
    Lot
    • Size: 0.43 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2600540083

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Foundation: Crawl/Raised
    • Roof: Other
    Condition
    • Year built: 1920

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Wilmington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $314/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,629,800
    • Annual tax amount: $13,955

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/17/2025Sold$1,835,000+31.1%$314/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/10/2022Sold$1,400,000-12.4%$240/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2024756 Report a problem
    8/30/2022Pending sale$1,599,000$274/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2024756 Report a problem
    8/8/2022Contingent$1,599,000$274/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2024756 Report a problem
    7/28/2022Price change$1,599,000-7.3%$274/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2024756 Report a problem
    6/6/2022Listed for sale$1,725,000+38%$296/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2024756 Report a problem
    2/1/2018Listing removed$1,250,000$214/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX SUNVEST REALTY #1000323307 Report a problem
    1/25/2018Price change$1,250,000-16.1%$214/sqft
    Source: Re/Max Sunvest Realty #1000323307 Report a problem
    10/2/2017Price change$1,490,000-6.3%$255/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Sunvest Realty #6964912 Report a problem
    8/5/2017Listing removed$4,000$1/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Sunvest Realty #6911079 Report a problem
    7/18/2017Price change$1,590,000-3.6%$272/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Sunvest Realty #6964912 Report a problem
    4/18/2017Listed for sale$1,650,000+10%$283/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Sunvest Realty #6964912 Report a problem
    3/13/2017Price change$4,000+6.7%$1/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Sunvest Realty #6911079 Report a problem
    1/12/2017Listed for rent$3,750$1/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Sunvest Realty #6911079 Report a problem
    1/4/2016Listing removed$3,750$1/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Sunvest Realty #6675998 Report a problem
    11/19/2015Listed for rent$3,750$1/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Sunvest Realty #6675998 Report a problem
    7/28/2008Sold$1,500,000-25%$257/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/30/2004Sold$2,000,000$343/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $1,629,800 +436.8%
    2024$9,473 +15.1%$303,600
    2023$8,233 -0.5%$303,600
    2022$8,271 +0.2%$303,600
    2021$8,257 -0.6%$303,600
    2020$8,304 -0.5%$303,600
    2019$8,349 +1.2%$303,600
    2017$8,252 -38.7%$303,600
    2016$13,452 $303,600
    2015$13,452 +4.6%$303,600
    2014$12,865 $303,600
    2013-- $303,600
    2012-- $303,600
    2011-- $303,600
    2010-- $303,600
    2009-- $303,600
    2008-- $303,600
    2007-- $303,600
    2006-- $303,600
    2005-- $303,600
    2004-- $303,600
    2003-- $303,600 +112.3%
    2002-- $143,000
    2001-- $143,000
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: The Highlands

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

    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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