Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in North Wilmington and just a short walk to Bonsall Park, this home offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial with a sunroom, finished basement and 2-car attached garage delivers space, style, and comfort at every turn. The spacious foyer with a large coat closet flows seamlessly into the main living areas. The light-filled living room features crown molding and a wood-burning fireplace with a classic mantel, while French doors lead to a sunroom with heated tile floors and a slider to the wood deck and brick patio—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The formal dining room overlooks the private backyard and is accented with chair rail and crown molding. The renovated eat-in kitchen shines with new stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, tile flooring, white cabinetry, and a coffee bar with bonus storage. A den/family room with a second wood-burning fireplace and built-ins offers flexible space for a home office, playroom, or lounge. A fully renovated powder room with modern, neutral finishes completes the main level. Upstairs are four generously sized bedrooms. The primary suite features three double closets and a stunning renovated ensuite bath with tile flooring, a 48-inch vanity, and a floor-to-ceiling tiled shower with dual showerheads, including rainfall, plus a built-in shelf and bench. The hall bath is fully renovated with a tub/shower combination, tile surround, and rain showerhead. The hallway offers access to storage via a bonus closet, a separate linen closet and the attic. The finished basement adds additional living space with luxury vinyl plank flooring, recessed lighting, egress to the backyard, and abundant storage in the unfinished area. Additional highlights include a new roof, many replacement windows, hardwood floors throughout most of the home, new carpeting upstairs (with hardwoods underneath), and a storage shed. Conveniently located with easy access to Route 202, I-95, Philadelphia International Airport, Amtrak, and downtown Wilmington—ideal for commuting to Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and New York. Move-in ready and thoughtfully renovated in one of North Wilmington’s most desirable locations—schedule your tour today!
Sold for $605,000
$605,000
42 Paxon Dr, Wilmington, DE 19803
4beds
2,940sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.45 Acres Lot
$530,300 Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$3,651 Estimated rent
Home value
$530,300
$477,000 - $589,000
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Renovated eat-in kitchenNew roofMany replacement windowsQuiet cul-de-sacFinished basementRecessed lightingCrown molding
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Listed by:
Meredith Rosenthal 302-547-1334,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Connor Tuozzolo
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2097744
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Sun/Florida Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 9
Basement
- Features: Basement - Partially Finished, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Lower
- Area: 616 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 X 28
Dining room
- Features: Crown Molding, Chair Rail
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 13
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 6
Half bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 5
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Living room
- Features: Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 X 14
Other
- Features: Flooring - Heated
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,225
- Total interior livable area: 2,940 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,325
- Finished area below ground: 615
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 112.50 x 168.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 06053.00175
- Zoning: NC15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Penarth
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $206/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $554,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,830
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Exclusions: Personal Property.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Sold | $605,000+2.6%$206/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2097744 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Pending sale | $589,900$201/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2097744 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2026 | Contingent | $589,900$201/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2097744 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $589,900$201/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2097744 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $554,300 +322.2% |
| 2024 | $4,497 +10.6% | $131,300 |
| 2023 | $4,067 -1.9% | $131,300 |
| 2022 | $4,145 -2.3% | $131,300 |
| 2021 | $4,244 0% | $131,300 |
| 2020 | $4,245 +0.2% | $131,300 |
| 2019 | $4,239 +10.9% | $131,300 |
| 2017 | $3,821 | $131,300 +3.5% |
| 2016 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $126,800 |
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Neighborhood: 19803
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hanby Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Springer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Brandywine High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Brandywine
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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