Rarely available Georgian-style residence in the heart of Wawaset Park, a nationally recognized historic community in Wilmington, Delaware. 814 Blackshire Road offers timeless architecture, exceptional curb appeal, and walkable convenience. A brick wall and front walkway guide you to stately wood columns framing the front entrance. Inside, the formal living room features hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, custom built-in shelving, and French doors that flood the space with natural light. Adjacent is a cozy family room with dual built-ins and direct access to the rear patio—ideal for indoor-outdoor living. The second level hosts a spacious primary suite with dressing room and en-suite bath, along with two additional generously sized bedrooms, each offering its own private en-suite bathroom. The rear garden is highlighted by a charming brick patio and a magnificent 200-year-old Pin Oak, creating a serene setting for entertaining, relaxation, or family gatherings. A detached two-car garage with carriage-style doors completes the property. Ideally located within walking distance to the library, parks, restaurants, and shopping, with convenient access to I-95.
Sold for $652,157
$652,157
814 Blackshire Rd, Wilmington, DE 19805
3beds
1,950sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
9,148 Square Feet Lot
$662,600 Zestimate®
$334/sqft
$2,756 Estimated rent
Home value
$662,600
$596,000 - $735,000
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Listed by:
West Prein 302-437-0606,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Drew Pallante, 2081463
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2096798
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 9
Basement
- Level: Lower
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 X 17
Library
- Level: Main
- Area: 171 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 19
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 21
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 11
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,256
- Total interior livable area: 1,950 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,950
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Storage, Detached, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 9,148 sqft
- Dimensions: 75.00 x 125.30
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 26019.20058
- Zoning: 26R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Wilmington
- Subdivision: Wawaset Park
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $208 semi-annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/10/2026 | Sold | $652,157+4.3%$334/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2096798 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2026 | Pending sale | $625,000$321/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $625,000+67.6%$321/sqft |
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| 3/2/2020 | Sold | $373,000-28.9%$191/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2020 | Pending sale | $524,900$269/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #DENC316036 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2019 | Price change | $524,900-4.5%$269/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #DENC316036 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2019 | Price change | $549,900-3.4%$282/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster - Greenville #DENC316036 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2019 | Price change | $569,000-1.7%$292/sqft |
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| 3/16/2019 | Price change | $579,000-3.3%$297/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster - Greenville #DENC316036 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2019 | Price change | $599,000-4.8%$307/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster - Greenville #DENC316036 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2019 | Price change | $629,000-3.1%$323/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster - Greenville #DENC316036 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2018 | Price change | $649,000-1.5%$333/sqft |
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| 12/21/2018 | Listed for sale | $659,000$338/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $797,000 +505.6% |
| 2024 | $4,106 +15.1% | $131,600 |
| 2023 | $3,569 -0.5% | $131,600 |
| 2022 | $3,585 +0.2% | $131,600 |
| 2021 | $3,579 -0.6% | $131,600 |
| 2020 | $3,600 -0.5% | $131,600 |
| 2019 | $3,619 +1.2% | $131,600 |
| 2017 | $3,577 -38.7% | $131,600 |
| 2016 | $5,831 | $131,600 |
| 2015 | $5,831 +4.6% | $131,600 |
| 2014 | $5,577 | $131,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $131,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $131,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Wawaset
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Highlands Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10duPont (Alexis I.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10duPont (Alexis I.) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Highlands
- Middle: Alexis I.dupont
- 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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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Wilmington
- 19805
- Wawaset
- 814 Blackshire Rd
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