1211 McKennans Church Road, Wilmington, DE 19808 - Photo 1

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$455,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
2,450 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to 1211 1/2 McKennans Church Road, this CHARMING 18TH-CENTURY FARMHOUSE beautifully marries original character with modern conveniences. With 4 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms spread across 2,450 square feet, this home ensures ample space for comfortable living. From the front door, step into a foyer where you will find the spacious family room to your right, which boasts a gas fireplace, recessed lights, a bay window and plenty of natural sunlight. The home retains its HISTORIC CHARM with ORIGINAL HARDWOOD FLOORS in many areas, while modern upgrades like a newer water heater and boiler (both installed in 2023) ensure efficiency and comfort. Through the hall you will enter the dining room flaunting oversized baseboard and built-in shelving that beautifully outlines the room, constructed from the properties original barn wood. An inviting Dutch door serves as an additional entrance into a second foyer near the kitchen, where you'll find GRANITE countertops, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, a sizeable pantry with pull-outs, a custom rotating spice cabinet, and a built-in butcher block-perfect for culinary enthusiasts. Adjacent to the kitchen is the living room/flex room, historically used as a Butter Churning Barn - it is now a spacious area that offers tons of possibilities for use. Here you will find wood-look tile floors, a wet bar, and sliders to the back yard. The OVERSIZED TWO-CAR GARAGE can be accessed via a mudroom, complete with a laundry closet and an exposed siding accent wall from the original barn structure, adding a rustic touch. Tucked away next to the staircase you can find the half bathroom. The upper level hosts all 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, as well as hardwood flooring throughout. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and dressing/sitting room. For those who love the outdoors, the FULLY FENCED YARD features apple and pear trees, a STAMPED CONCRETE PATIO with a retractable awning, and plenty of space for gardening or relaxation. The floored attic provides additional storage, and all appliances are included, making this home move-in ready. With tons of history within its walls, this farmhouse is not just a home-it's a story waiting to be continued. Come and experience the unique blend of past and present in this delightful property. Don't miss your opportunity to own a little piece of history, schedule your tour today!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1211 McKennans Church Rd

General

Sold For: $455,000
Taxes: $2,223 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: DENC2074616
Added to Site: 363 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Mud Room, Other, Attic
Interior Features: Attic, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Galley, Pantry, Wood Floors, Upgraded Countertops, Recessed Lighting, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane, Gas/Propane
Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Stone

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4
Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Walk-In Closet(s), Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), 14 x 13, Upper 1
Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2 - Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), 13 x 12, Upper 1
Bedroom 2: Bedroom 3 - Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, 14 x 12, Upper 1
Bedroom 3: Bedroom 4 - Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Upper 1

Other Rooms

Living Room: Living Room - Flooring - Ceramic Tile, 28 x 13, Main
Family Room: Family Room - Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood, 19 x 13, Main
Sitting Room: Sitting Room - Flooring - HardWood, Upper 1
Kitchen: Kitchen - Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry, Double Sink, Countertop(s) - Granite, Flooring - HardWood, 19 x 10, Main
Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, 19 x 12, Main
Laundry: Main Floor
Other Room 1: Other - Flooring - Solid Hardwood, Upper 1
Mud Room: Mud Room, Main

Exterior

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

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Shared Driveway, Asphalt Driveway
Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry, Built In, Oversized, Inside Access

Location

Area: Elsmere/Newport/Pike Creek (30903)
County: New Castle
Development Name: Derickson Place
Subdivision: Derickson Place
Cross Streets: Milltown
Driving Directions: Limestone Rd to McKennans Church Rd, Home is on the Left

School Information

School District: Red Clay Consolidated
High School: Thomas McKean

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Colonial
Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Stucco, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Partial, Dirt Floor
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Pitched
Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, Plaster Walls
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 2,450
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 2,450 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,450 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1790
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Good

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Shed

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,810
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 62.00 x 240.00
Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Zoning: NC6.5
Lot Description: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Fencing (Description): Fully

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $187.76
Assessment Year: 2024
School Tax: $1,710
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $514
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $63,800
Tax Amount: $2,223
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2450

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: Freezer, Curtains, TV Wall Brackets, Trampoline & Shoe Cabinet in Foyer. *All furniture is negotiable & can be purchased.
Inclusions: Refrig, W/D, Curtain Rods, Smart Doorbell, Hot Tub, Shed, Built-In Shelving in Dining Room
Lot Number: 183

Listed by Compass, Andrea L Harrington
Sold by Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville, Rufus B Reeves III

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Schools

Schools serving 1211 McKennans Church Rd

School District:Red Clay Consolidated School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Heritage Elementary School 2815 Highlands Lane, Wilmington, DE 19808	K-5	1.4 mi
Skyline Middle School 2900 Skyline Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808	6-8	1.4 mi
McKean (Thomas) High School 301 McKennans Church Road, Wilmington, DE 19808	8-12	1.6 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 1211 McKennans Church Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

4/07/2025

Sold

$455,000

-1.09%

MLS

1/20/2025

Listed

$460,000

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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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