Own a piece of small-town Americana in the heart of Delaware City’s beloved Merchant’s Row shopping district home to charming boutiques, inviting cafés, local restaurants, and quaint waterfront dining. This exceptional mixed-use property presents a rare opportunity to enjoy a true live-work lifestyle or add a unique investment property to your portfolio in one of Delaware’s most picturesque waterfront communities. Delaware City is the epitome of Norman Rockwell charm, with tree-lined streets, historic architecture, and scenic views of the Delaware River woven throughout town. Often described as feeling like the set of a Hallmark movie, this historic port town draws visitors year-round for boating, biking, hiking, and waterfront recreation. Residents and tourists alike enjoy easy access to Fort Delaware State Park and Fort DuPont State Park via short ferry rides, making this community both vibrant and rich in history. The residential portion of the property spans two upper levels and offers a spacious, incredibly livable 3-bedroom, 2 full-bath apartment filled with character and flexibility. The main living level features a kitchen, one bedroom, full bath, and a large open-concept living and dining area with an airy, loft-like feel perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms and another full bath. The ground level retail/commercial space enjoys prime visibility in the center of Merchant’s Row, surrounded by foot traffic and the town’s thriving small-business atmosphere. Whether you envision operating your own boutique business downstairs while living upstairs, creating a weekend getaway with income potential, or securing a strong investment in a sought-after waterfront destination, this property offers endless possibilities in a truly storybook setting.
For sale
$395,000
90 Clinton St, Delaware City, DE 19706
3beds
1,925sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$377,700 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic architectureTree-lined streets
- 42 days |
- 259 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Noah Bates 302-563-1877,
Northrop Realty (302) 703-1144
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2103964
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Commercial/Retail Space
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 19
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminated, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Lighting - Ceiling, Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
- Level: Upper
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 19
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 19
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Upper Level
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl, Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Six Panel
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,925
- Total interior livable area: 1,925 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,925
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Garden, Street
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: River
- Body of water: Delaware River
Lot
- Size: 2,614 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 108.00
- Features: Rear Yard, Downtown
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 22007.00113
- Zoning: 22C-1
- Zoning description: Residential /Commercial
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Non-Monitored
- Subdivision: Delaware City
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: Unknown Fee
Location
- Region: Delaware City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $205/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $325,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,171
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: All Personal Property.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$377,700
$359,000 - $397,000
$2,326/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $395,000+115.8%$205/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2103964 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2021 | Price change | $1,350-10%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2020 | Listing removed | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2020 | Price change | $1,500+76.5%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2019 | Listed for rent | $850 |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2019 | Listing removed | $850 |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2019 | Listed for rent | $850-32% |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2019 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2019 | Price change | $1,250-3.8%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,300$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2019 | Sold | $183,000+10.2%$95/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2004 | Sold | $166,000$86/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $325,000 +1028.5% |
| 2024 | $885 +10.6% | $28,800 |
| 2023 | $800 -4.6% | $28,800 |
| 2022 | $839 +7.4% | $28,800 |
| 2021 | $781 -1% | $28,800 |
| 2020 | $789 -0.4% | $28,800 |
| 2019 | $792 +9.1% | $28,800 |
| 2017 | $726 +14% | $28,800 |
| 2016 | $637 | $28,800 |
| 2015 | $637 0% | $28,800 |
| 2014 | $637 | $28,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $28,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $28,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19706
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Southern Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 3/10Bedford (Gunning) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Colonial
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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Delaware City
- 19706
- 90 Clinton St
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