Beautiful brick exterior twin with undeniable curb appeal, highlighted by a welcoming covered front porch. This home features a private back driveway leading to a convenient rear-entry garage. Inside, you’ll find newly finished hardwood floors throughout and a spacious dining room accented with classic chair rail molding. The kitchen offers a gas stove, dishwasher, and disposal for easy meal prep. A main floor powder room adds convenience, while the upstairs full hall bath showcases the charm of original tile. Additional highlights include a full basement for storage or potential living space, central air conditioning, and a brand-new gas water heater. Perfect blend of character and modern comfort.
Sold for $240,000
$240,000
705 W 38th St, Wilmington, DE 19802
3beds
1,475sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
3,049 Square Feet Lot
$246,400 Zestimate®
$163/sqft
$1,884 Estimated rent
Home value
$246,400
$222,000 - $274,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Diane Bacigalupi 302-563-6667,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,
Co-Listing Agent: Michael Riches 302-690-6453,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Dan Logan, R3-0016334
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2083308
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 160
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,475
- Total interior livable area: 1,475 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,315
- Finished area below ground: 160
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Driveway, On Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,049 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27.50 x 104.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 26009.10036
- 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: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Wilm #02
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $163/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $41,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,149
- Date on market: 8/15/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | Listing removed | $2,100$1/sqft |
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| 10/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,100$1/sqft |
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| 9/15/2025 | Sold | $240,000-2%$163/sqft |
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| 8/23/2025 | Pending sale | $245,000$166/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $245,000$166/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $243,100 +484.4% |
| 2024 | $1,344 +10.2% | $41,600 |
| 2023 | $1,220 -1.1% | $41,600 |
| 2022 | $1,233 +0.2% | $41,600 |
| 2021 | $1,231 -0.2% | $41,600 |
| 2020 | $1,234 -0.5% | $41,600 |
| 2019 | $1,240 +4.6% | $41,600 |
| 2017 | $1,185 +53.6% | $41,600 |
| 2016 | $772 | $41,600 |
| 2015 | $772 | $41,600 |
| 2014 | $772 | $41,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $41,600 |
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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
- 7/10Concord High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 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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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Wilmington
- 19802
- Harlan
- 705 W 38th St
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