1009 River Road, Wilmington, DE 19809 - Photo 1

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$685,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
6 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
5,112 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to Bellefonte in North Wilmington. This 5/6 bedroom , 3.5 bathroom home has been meticulously maintained by the current owners and is a real historic showpiece. At just over 100 years young and full of character and charm, this home will not disappoint the most discerning home shoppers. Along with an adjacent parcel, the house and ground it sits upon is 1.54 acres. As you make your way up the long and winding driveway you'll appreciate the picturesque landscaping with mature trees and many seasonal plantings. The circular drive at the center of the property makes entry and departure quick and easy. There are multiple outdoor entertaining areas including a koi pond, patio with a bar, fire pit and your imagination for the rest of this spacious and spectacular oasis. Located at the back of the driveway you will find a 2 car detached carriage house with a finished 2nd floor. This could be a great space for an additional home office, work shop or quiet get-a-way for the gamers in your family. Adjacent to this garage is a 40 foot building that was previously used as horse stalls which has been converted into a workshop/shed. This is a great place for all your yard tools and outdoor toys. The main house has a large enclosed front porch and open side and back porches overlooking the quiet serenity surrounding your view. On the main floor of the home you will find the large eat in kitchen featuring a gas fireplace and a separate formal dining room with coffered ceiling. The large family room with gas fireplace will showcase the character and charm of this home. The amount of space you'll explore seems endless as you make your way from the living room to family room to the dining room and into the breakfast room/kitchen area. A wonderfully unique powder room now occupies the space of the lower stairs to the basement. As you head upstairs there are two staircases to the next level, one off of the kitchen and the other off of the family room. The second floor has 4 spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. On the third floor you will find the owners bedroom, spacious primary bath with dressing room area, and large walk in closets. There is also another bedroom on this floor that can be used as a nursery, office, or craft room. The laundry is found in the partially finished basement that has a full bathroom and walk out to the back yard. This special property will not last long. Parcel 06-141.00-027 (1007 River Road address) is included in the sale of this property (1009 River Road). Both parcels make up this package deal. The total combined lot size to 1.54 acres. Taxes reflect total of both parcels for 2023 tax year. Come make this spectacular house your dream home. There's NOTHING else like it for miles.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1009 River Rd

General

Sold For: $685,000
Taxes: $4,479 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: DENC2049820
Added to Site: 879 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Exercise Room, Laundry, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Double/Dual Staircase, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Walk-in Closet(s)
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 2
Upper - Full Baths: 2
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - Full Baths: 1
Primary Bathroom: Primary Bathroom - F, 18 x 12, Upper 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Upper: 6
Bedrooms-Up2: 2
Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Carpet, 15 x 14, Upper 2
Bedroom 1: Bedroom 5, Upper 2
Bedroom 2: Bedroom 1 - Walk-In Closet(s), 18 x 13, Upper 1
Bedroom 3: Bedroom 2, 17 x 16, Upper 1
Bedroom 4: Bedroom 3, 16 x 14, Upper 1
Bedroom 5: Bedroom 4, 13 x 13, Upper 1

Other Rooms

Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Main
Family Room: Family Room - Flooring - HardWood, Main
Kitchen: Kitchen, 31 x 15, Main
Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, 15 x 12, Main
Breakfast Room: Breakfast Room - Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Main
Exercise Room: Exercise Room, Lower 1
Sun Room: Yes
Sun Room/Solarium: Sun/Florida Room, Main
Laundry: Basement, 15 x 12, Lower 1
Utility Room: Utility Room, Lower 1

Exterior

Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Porch(es)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Parking
Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Other

Location

Area: Brandywine (30901)
County: New Castle
Development Name: Bellevue
Subdivision: Bellevue
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Cross Streets: Marion Avenue
Driving Directions: Philadelphia Pike to Marion Avenue to (L) on River Road to PIQ on left
Direction Faces: East

School Information

School District: Brandywine

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Colonial
Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Stone, Vinyl Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls
Entry Floor Number: 1
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 5,112
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 5,112 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 3,625 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1920
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Excellent

Unit Information

Unit Floor in Bldg.: 3

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Carriage House, Garage(s), Shed Shop

Lot Features

Property View: River
Lot Size (Acres): 1.54
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 67,082
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Dimensions: 100.10 x 282.00
Lot Features: Flag, Front Yard, Level, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Zoning: NC6.5
Lot Description: Flag, Front Yard, Level, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Water Features

Water View: Yes

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $188.97
Assessment Year: 2022
School Tax: $3,434
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $1,045
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $126,600
Tax Amount: $4,479
Tax Year: 2023
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3625

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: All kitchen appliances and washer & dryer being transferred in their 'AS-IS' Condition.
Lot Number: 25

Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville, Brian J Ferreira
Sold by RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington, Michele R Colavecchi Lawless

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Schools

Schools serving 1009 River Rd

School District:Brandywine School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Mount Pleasant Elementary School, Wilmington, DE 500 Duncan Road, Wilmington, DE 19809	K-5	0.4 mi
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School 701 West 34th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802	6-8	2.1 mi
Mount Pleasant High School 5201 Washington Street, Wilmington, DE 19809	9-12	0.8 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 1009 River Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/03/2023

Sold

$685,000

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MLS

9/27/2023

Listed

$685,000

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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.

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