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Property Description
Welcome to the Ninth Ward! A convenient yet classic community, brimming with charm and character from a bygone era, but teeming with modern flare as well as charisma from current social trends. Walking distance to places of worship, educational facilities, parks, a short drive to major highways, the Central Business District of the City and the Riverfront in all its glory, this location is sure to check off all the boxes! Perched high above the street, this end of row home has been completely transformed into a modern stunner! Open and airy front porch provides a birds eye view of the community and will make for a perfect place to spend time as the warmer months make their approach. Across the threshold you will be greeted with an open floor plan that provides versatility to meet everyone's needs. Recessed lights compliment natural light that pours in from the front and side of the residence. Great room provides dramatic view of your stair system and makes for a formal gathering destination. Gourmet kitchen is sure to inspire the food prep in all of us with white shaker cabinetry, topped with quartz counters, flanked with a subway backsplash, decorative pulls and a stainless appliance package. Island is perfect for serving food or gathering with friends. Dining area is open to kitchen for convenience and provides a bespoke location for entertaining. Main level is serviced with a half bath featuring a tile floor, solid surface vanity and smart mirror. Fully fenced in and oversized rear yard provides a place to retreat, gather, as well as park your vehicles thanks to an alley and gate combination. Finished lower level plays host to many possibilities plus provides the laundry facilities. Mechanical room for storage is an added bonus. Dramatic stair well with refinished treads and carpet runner whisk you away to the second level. Main bedroom with plush carpeting, recessed and natural light with ample storage capacity is a cozy place to rest your head. Main bathroom is a thing of beauty with it's tile floor, tile tub surround with decorative shelf inlay, high end plumbing fixtures, solid surface vanity and smart mirror will help you unwind after a long days grind. Two more spacious bedrooms with comfy carpeting, recessed lights and modern storage capacity round out the second level. Fully renovated house to include roof, windows, HVAC, plumbing, hot water tank, electric and more will ensure years of minimal maintenance efforts & expenditures. Excellent opportunity to take advantage of a softening interest rate environment and make a grand entrance to home ownership!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 16 W 38th St
General
- Sold For: $325,000
- Taxes: $2,179 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2095732
- Added to Site: 138 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
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: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Crushed Stone
- Parking Type: On Street, Off Street
Location
- Area: Wilmington (30906)
- County: NEW CASTLE
- Subdivision: NINTH WARD
- Cross Streets: Shipley St.
- Driving Directions: N. Market St. towards N. Wilmington. Left onto W. 37th St. End at left hand, Southwest corner.
- Location Details: Urban
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Brandywine
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Frame, Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Windows
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat, Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Windows: Replacement, Vinyl Clad
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,575
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,575 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,375 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 200 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1931
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,049
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 24.70 x 115.00
- Zoning: 26R-3
- Fencing (Description): Rear, Vinyl
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $236.36
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,283
- City/TownTax: $803
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $92
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $214,500
- Tax Amount: $2,179
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1375
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Staging Furniture
- Inclusions: All Appliances
- Lot Number: 27
Listed by Pantano Real Estate Inc, Joseph P Hurley III
Sold by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Diana Vieyra
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Schools
Schools serving 16 W 38th St
School District:Brandywine School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School 3601 Jefferson Street, Wilmington, DE 19802 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School 701 West 34th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Mount Pleasant High School 5201 Washington Street, Wilmington, DE 19809 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 16 W 38th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/24/2026
Sold
$325,000
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MLS
1/15/2026
Listed
$325,000
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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.
16 W 38th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802 (MLS# DENC2095732) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $325,000 on April 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 16 W 38th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Wilmington? You can browse all Wilmington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

