1321 W 8th St

Wilmington, DE 19806 View Map $299,500 Ask a Question
Beds6
Baths3Full11/2
Sq.Ft.3,225
Year1910
1321 W 8th St Wilmington, DE 19806 | MLS DENC2003826 Photo 1
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Michael Brown

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Status: Sold
Property Type:Twin/Semi-Detached
MLS #:DENC2003826
Sq. Feet:3,225
Date Sold:9/16/2021
Lot Size:3,485 Sq. Ft.
County:New Castle
This federal style 6 bed, 3.5 bath home boasts over 3200 square feet of character. Located directly on Tilton Park's northern side in Wilmington's historic Cool Springs neighborhood between North Broom and Franklin Streets . Making your way up the tree lined block, a lovely front yard awaits you with a welcoming and generous sized porch including original woodwork and retractable awning: a perfect spot for reading, relaxing, having family over with one of the most illustrious parks in the city. Beyond the dandelion colored double front doors you will find hardwoods throughout, fully functional original pocket doors, 10' baseboards, generous sized windows, and high ceilings topped with original plaster details and moulding. The formal dining room perfectly anchors the main level with built-ins, an alcove, large windows, and a cleverly located powder room. Glass-paned french doors connect to the eat-in kitchen where you will find corner cabinetry, ample counter/prep space, all new appliances, and breakfast bar. A swing door leads into the back of the main level including a large pantry, laundry area (newer W/D), utility sink, new flooring; a backdoor leads you to the covered back patio and over-sized yard with views of Holy Trinity Church. The second floor leads to three nicely appointed bedrooms, two with large bay windows and one overlooking 8th Street onto the park. two updated baths (one as an on-suite, one as a main hall) each unique offering beautiful tile and brass fixtures, closets galore and new carpeting that continues onto the third level. The third floor of this home makes all the difference for those wanting convenience of city living without sacrificing space. The third floor front bedroom offers a bird's-eye view of Tilton Park, with a smartly located Jack & Jill bath with original clawfoot tub. Two more bedrooms overlook the backyard with a transitional room with coffered ceiling. This area could be used as a shared playroom or workspace. The roof on this home was replaced in August of 2020 and comes with a 20 year transferable warranty! Location offers much in the way of convenience - close to I95, the Biden Station, Downtown, the Brandywine, Wilmington Riverfront and walkable to the eateries and shops in Trolley Square. Offering a perfect balance of comfort and space this home is a rare find in any city!

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Community Information

Address:1321 W 8th St, Wilmington, DE 19806
Area:Wilmington (30906)
County:New Castle
City:Wilmington
School System:RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Subdivision:Cool Spring
Zip Code:19806

Architecture

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3 Full / 1 Half
Year Built:1910
Stories:3
Style:Federal
Construction: Brick
Roofing: Flat
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Basement: Unfinished, Workshop, Outside Entrance
Garage: Free, Public

Features / Amenities

Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Stain/Lead Glass, Tub Shower, Wainscotting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Primary Flooring: Hardwood, Laminated, Tile/Brick
Exterior Features: Awning(s), Exterior Lighting, Chimney Cap(s), Bump-outs, Gutter System, Sidewalks
Porch / Patio / Deck: Porch(es)
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Fencing: Wood
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dehumidifier
Heating: Radiator
Total Rooms:12

Property Features

Lot Size: 0.08 Acres / 3,485 Sq. Ft.
Lot Dimensions:25.00 x 140.00
Lot Description: Front Yard, Level, SideYard(s)
View: City, Park/Greenbelt, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Location: Urban
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Road: Paved
Road Responsibility: City/County
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
Zoning:26R-3
Directions:Home located between N Franklin and N Broom on Tilton Park

Tax and Financial Info

Total Taxes: $2,598 (paid Annually)
School Tax: $1,402 (paid Annually)
City Taxes: $1,054 (paid Annually)
Ownership: Fee Simple
City Tax Rate:1,054.00%

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Listing Information Last Updated 3/28/2024
Listing provided courtesy of Tesla Realty Group, LLC.