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Property Description
Welcome to Madelyn Gardens, a quiet one-street neighborhood tucked between Briarwood and Shipley Heights, offering convenient access to schools, parks, and local amenities-perfect for those seeking a balanced North Wilmington lifestyle. This beautifully crafted brick Cape Cod blends timeless charm with untapped potential across 2,025 sq ft of classic living space. The spacious main level features a large living room with a fireplace, two bedrooms, and 1.5 baths. The kitchen and adjacent dining room offer an ideal opportunity to create a seamless flow between spaces, enhancing functionality while preserving warmth and character. Upstairs, two generous bedrooms await with 2nd full bath, including a primary with a skylight and ample closet space. The full basement offers excellent potential for finishing, remaining exceptionally dry with a new French drain, window well drains, and a sump pump, plus a fireplace and walkout egress. Set on a rare .88-acre lot in North Wilmington, the property provides a blank canvas for your outdoor vision, whether you imagine a light-filled greenhouse retreat, as the original owner did, or a vibrant entertainment space complete with a pool and patio for gatherings. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this unique Madelyn Gardens residence and envision the possibilities it holds for your future.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 10 Madelyn Ave
General
- Sold For: $535,000
- Taxes: $3,297 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2085972
- Added to Site: 178 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, WaterHeater
- Flooring: Hardwood, CeramicTile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry
Location
- Area: Brandywine (30901)
- County: NEW CASTLE
- Subdivision: MADELYN GARDENS
- Driving Directions: North on Faulk Rd, right on Wilson Rd, right on Shipley Rd, and right onto Madelyn Ave. 10 Madelyn is on your left.
School Information
- School District: Brandywine
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Improved
- Foundation: Block
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,025
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,025 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,025 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.88
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 38,332
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: NC10
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $259.21
- School Tax: $2,559
- County Tax: $739
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $91,700
- Tax Amount: $3,297
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 44
Listed by Monument Sotheby's International Realty, Nicholas D Smith
Sold by Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville, Kathleen A Pigliacampi
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Schools
Schools serving 10 Madelyn Ave
School District:Brandywine School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lombardy Elementary School 412 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Springer Middle School 2220 Shipley Road, Wilmington, DE 19803 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Brandywine High School 1400 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 10 Madelyn Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/13/2025
Sold
$535,000
1.92%
MLS
7/23/2025
Listed
$524,900
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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.
10 Madelyn Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19803 (MLS# DENC2085972) is a Single Family property that was sold at $535,000 on August 13, 2025. Want to learn more about 10 Madelyn Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wilmington? You can browse all Wilmington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

