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Property Description
Step into a piece of Claymont history and reimagine it for today. Built in 1909 as the John Bird House, this striking Victorian-inspired residence sits on 1.27 acres and offers an exceptional blend of charm, space, and versatility. The main home spans approximately 2,900 square feet, showcasing a classic turret, gabled rooflines, and large sunlit rooms framed by original woodwork. The entry opens to a warm, wood-detailed foyer leading into formal living and dining rooms, each with character features intact. The kitchen, the heart of the home, is surrounded by windows, offering views of the pool and grounds. Upstairs, the primary bedroom is expansive, with a massive walk-in closet and an adjoining sunroom wrapped in windows, perfect for an office, lounge, or extension of a future owner's suite. Two additional bedrooms, one with terrace access, complete the second floor, while a walk-up attic offers the opportunity to add even more living space. The main level includes a bright sunroom currently housing an indoor hot tub, ready for transformation into an entertaining space or private retreat. While the home has been loved for many years, it is ready for your vision to refresh and personalize it to suit your style. Outdoors, the in-ground pool is the centerpiece of the property, surrounded by sun patio and shaded seating areas. A standout feature is the detached five-car garage with a private two-bedroom apartment above. At over 1,600 square feet, the apartment includes a full kitchen, living room, spacious bedrooms, a full bath with washer and dryer, and both a side porch and a massive front deck that doubles as covered parking below. The extensive driveway and paved areas provide abundant space for multiple vehicles, trailers, or business equipment, and a small brook at the rear leads to an additional portion of the property with road frontage, offering an open opportunity for recreation, gardens, or potential subdivision. Whether you are envisioning a private residence with room to grow, a multi-generational compound, a home-based business setup, or a car enthusiast's paradise, this property offers historic charm, unmatched scale, and endless potential to make it uniquely yours. Buyer is responsible for verifying all measurements, square footage, and property details to their own satisfaction.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 9 Grubbs Landing Rd
General
- Sold For: $625,000
- Taxes: $7,410 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2087084
- Added to Site: 165 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Hot Tub, Outbuilding(s)
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Balconies- Multiple, Wrap Around
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 5
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Inside Access, Oversized
Location
- Area: Brandywine (30901)
- County: New Castle
- Development Name: None Available
- Subdivision: None Available
- Cross Streets: Philadelphia Pike
- Driving Directions: Philadelphia Pike to Grubbs Landing Road. Home is on the left.
School Information
- School District: Brandywine
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s), Wall Unit
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Traditional
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Concrete, Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Stone
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,900
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,900 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,900 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1890
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.27
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 55,321
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Zoning: NC6.5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $224.1
- Assessment Year: 2024
- School Tax: $5,922
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $1,488
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $111,200
- Tax Amount: $7,410
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2350
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 67
Listed by Crown Homes Real Estate, Kristen Rosaio
Sold by Foraker Realty Co., Brian D. Foraker
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Schools
Schools serving 9 Grubbs Landing Rd
School District:Brandywine School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Maple Lane Elementary School 100 Maple Road, Claymont, DE 19703 | K-6 | 0.4 mi |
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School 701 West 34th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802 | 6-8 | 4.2 mi |
Brandywine High School 1400 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803 | 9-12 | 3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 9 Grubbs Landing Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/07/2025
Sold
$625,000
-3.83%
MLS
8/05/2025
Listed
$649,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
9 Grubbs Landing Road, Claymont, DE 19703 (MLS# DENC2087084) is a Single Family property that was sold at $625,000 on November 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 9 Grubbs Landing Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Claymont? You can browse all Claymont real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

