Nestled in Wawaset Park with its tree lined streets that curve throughout a village-like setting, this enchanting home blends timeless elegance with modern amenities. The moment you arrive, you will be greeted by beautiful curb appeal and mature landscaping. Step into the welcoming entrance of this lovely 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home to discover hardwood flooring flowing throughout the entire home. The eat-in kitchen is complete with plenty of cabinetry, granite countertops, a center island, gas cooking and recessed lighting. Adjacent to the kitchen is a cozy family room with a woodburning fireplace. Also on this level is a large formal living room with a pretty bay window, a formal dining room, a convenient powder room and a laundry room with a closet plus a door to the rear deck. Upstairs you’ll find the spacious primary bedroom offering a private ensuite bath and a walk-in closet. The three other generously sized bedrooms share a full hall bath. The finished daylight lower level has plenty of natural light and three rooms that would be perfect for a gym, theatre, office or playroom. In addition, there is a storage area, storage closets and a rough-in for a future bath. Other great features include beautiful moldings in many areas of the home, a walk-up attic for storage, an expansive rear deck, a backyard firepit, some fencing and a two-car detached garage. This home is part of a vibrant and close-knit community that feels like a step back in time. Conveniently located close to Trolley Square, Rockford Park, Brandywine Park, downtown Wilmington, Greenville and easy access to I-95. Don’t miss this rare opportunity…schedule your tour today!
Pending
$675,000
700 Blackshire Rd, Wilmington, DE 19805
4beds
3,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1983
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$656,100 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$19/mo HOA
What's special
Two-car detached garageSome fencingCenter islandMature landscapingBeautiful curb appealBackyard firepitWoodburning fireplace
- 45 days |
- 325 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
James Venema 302-239-3000,
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin 3022393000
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2106312
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 700
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,000
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,300
- Finished area below ground: 700
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 124 x 42
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2601930174
- Zoning: 26R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Wawaset Park
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $114 semi-annually
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $225/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $680,200
- Annual tax amount: $7,702
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Firewood.
- Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier, Personal Property.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$656,100
Estimated sales range
$623,000 - $689,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,919/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Pending sale | $675,000$225/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $675,000+58.8%$225/sqft |
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| 9/11/2020 | Sold | $425,000-5.5%$142/sqft |
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| 7/24/2020 | Pending sale | $449,500$150/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #DENC502902 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $449,500+15.3%$150/sqft |
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| 11/21/2018 | Sold | $390,000-2.5%$130/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2018 | Price change | $399,900-7%$133/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster - Greenville #7186783 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2018 | Price change | $429,900-4.4%$143/sqft |
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| 5/23/2018 | Price change | $449,900-3.2%$150/sqft |
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| 4/10/2018 | Price change | $465,000-6.1%$155/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #7057787 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2018 | Price change | $495,000-4.8%$165/sqft |
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| 11/16/2017 | Price change | $519,900-3.5%$173/sqft |
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| 10/3/2017 | Price change | $539,000-4.6%$180/sqft |
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| 9/22/2017 | Listed for sale | $565,000$188/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $680,200 +468.7% |
| 2024 | $3,232 +17.8% | $119,600 |
| 2023 | $2,743 -0.5% | $119,600 |
| 2022 | $2,758 -3.3% | $119,600 |
| 2021 | $2,853 -12.8% | $119,600 |
| 2020 | $3,271 -0.5% | $119,600 |
| 2019 | $3,289 +15.4% | $119,600 |
| 2017 | $2,851 -40.6% | $119,600 |
| 2016 | $4,799 | $119,600 |
| 2015 | $4,799 +5.1% | $119,600 |
| 2014 | $4,568 | $119,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $119,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $119,600 |
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Neighborhood: Wawaset
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Highlands Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10duPont (Alexis I.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10duPont (Alexis I.) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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