Multiple offers. Highest and best due tonight 6pm and seller will make a decision this evening. This property is an absolute gem; a wonderful example of the beautiful early-midcentury homes in the Ninth Ward area of Wilmington. This END UNIT twin home sits on a quiet residential block conveniently located to Miller Rd, shops, Concord Pike, and easy access to 95. You have a lovely screened-in porch to enter through; and you're greeted by gorgeous, shining hardwoods, a spacious living - to - dining area and a charming retro kitchen. Upstairs, this home features well sized bedrooms, a full bathroom upstairs that is sure to generate some strong opinions but must be seen in person to be truly appreciated! It's like walking into a time capsule in the best possible way. The floor is like the tail of a mermaid. In the basement you'll find an additional finished living space (playroom? Man cave?) and a back exit to your OFF STREET PARKING spot. This home has been lived in and lovingly cared for by an owner occupant for twenty years, and it shows in the best possible way. Clean, well maintained and only awaiting some cosmetic touches for you to add some equity, and a personal touch on your new home.
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
505 W 38th St, Wilmington, DE 19802
3beds
1,375sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$230,100 Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$2,112 Estimated rent
Home value
$230,100
$207,000 - $258,000
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End unit twin homeQuiet residential blockAdditional finished living spaceWell sized bedroomsOff street parking spotCharming retro kitchenLovely screened-in porch
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Listed by:
Amanda Fales 302-898-3153,
Compass,
Listing Team: The Janes Team
Bought with:
Lauren Janes, 5016145
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2078578
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 12
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 15
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,375
- Total interior livable area: 1,375 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,375
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,614 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24.60 x 104.10
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 26009.30108
- Zoning: 26R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ninth Ward
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $40,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,097
- Date on market: 4/18/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Exclusions: Refigerator, Personal Property
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2025 | Sold | $280,000+13.1%$204/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2078578 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Pending sale | $247,500$180/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2078578 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2025 | Contingent | $247,500$180/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2078578 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $247,500+34.1%$180/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2078578 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2005 | Sold | $184,500$134/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $274,000 +574.9% |
| 2024 | $1,312 +10.2% | $40,600 |
| 2023 | $1,190 -1.1% | $40,600 |
| 2022 | $1,204 +0.2% | $40,600 |
| 2021 | $1,202 -0.2% | $40,600 |
| 2020 | $1,204 -0.5% | $40,600 |
| 2019 | $1,210 +4.7% | $40,600 |
| 2017 | $1,156 -39.4% | $40,600 |
| 2016 | $1,908 | $40,600 |
| 2015 | $1,908 +5.9% | $40,600 |
| 2014 | $1,801 | $40,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $40,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Harlan
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Harlan (David W. ) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10duPont (Pierre S.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Mount Pleasant High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harlan
- Middle: Dupont
- High: Mount Pleasant
- 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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