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Property Description
Enjoy easy, stair-free living in this updated and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo nestled in the sought-after Berkshire community. Located on the first floor with a covered entry and direct access from the parking lot, this home offers both comfort and convenience in a peaceful setting. Step inside to find new laminate flooring throughout and a soft neutral color palette that creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The spacious 21' x 13' living and dining area provides plenty of room for entertaining, while the enclosed balcony/sunroom is the perfect spot to unwind or enjoy your morning coffee. The upgraded kitchen features solid surface countertops, coordinating stainless steel appliances-including a gas stove and dishwasher-and a streamlined layout ideal for everyday living. A full-size washer and dryer are conveniently located within the unit. The generous primary bedroom suite includes a large walk-in closet and private en suite bath, offering a quiet retreat at the end of the day. A second bedroom and full bath complete the flexible floor plan. Residents of Berkshire enjoy carefree living with condo fees that cover the inground pool, tennis courts, water, sewer, trash, snow removal, exterior maintenance, and landscaping-all just minutes from Newark, the University of Delaware, local parks, and great dining.Note: Select interior photos have been virtually staged
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1603 Braken Ave
General
- Sold For: $260,000
- HOA FEE: $24/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $2,502 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Condo
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2085568
- Added to Site: 191 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen
- Interior Features: Combination Dining/Living
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Freezer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Double
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Attached Bathroom, Flooring - Laminated, Walk-In Closet(s), Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2 - Flooring - Laminated, Main
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Laminated, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Lighting - Ceiling, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - Laminated, Main
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Main Floor, Washer In Unit
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Club House, Pool - Outdoor, Tennis Courts
- Shared Pool: Yes
- Pool: Yes
- Security/Safety: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector, Sprinkler System - Indoor
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Features: Unassigned
- Parking Type: Parking Lot
Location
- Area: Elsmere/Newport/Pike Creek (30903)
- County: New Castle
- Development Name: Berkshire Limeston
- Subdivision: Berkshire Limeston
- Building Name: 1600
- Driving Directions: From Rt. 7-Limestone Road, Turn onto Ocheltree Lane, Turn onto Braken Ave. Look for building marked 1601-1623. Unit on Ground Level
School Information
- School District: Red Clay Consolidated
- Elementary School: Linden Hill
- Middle School: Skyline
- High School: Thomas McKean
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: KELLY MANAGEMENT
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Maintenance
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Case by Case Basis
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 Info: Traditional
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Windows: Double Pane, Vinyl Clad
- Doors: Six Panel, Sliding Glass, Storm
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 970
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 970 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 970 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1990
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
- Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Zoning: NCPUD
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $273.2
- Association Fee: $288
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Other Fee: $75
- Other Fee Freq.: One Time
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $71,800
- Tax Amount: $2,502
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condominium
- Condo: Yes
- Lot Number: 065.C.0056
Listed by Northrop Realty, Julie A Spagnolo and Northrop Realty, Allison Stine
Sold by Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown, Theresa A Russo
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Schools
Schools serving 1603 Braken Ave
School District:Red Clay Consolidated School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Linden Hill Elementary School 3415 Skyline Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Skyline Middle School 2900 Skyline Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
McKean (Thomas) High School 301 McKennans Church Road, Wilmington, DE 19808 | 8-12 | 1.8 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 1603 Braken Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/26/2025
Sold
$260,000
-1.89%
MLS
7/10/2025
Listed
$265,000
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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.
1603 Braken Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19808 (MLS# DENC2085568) is a Condo property that was sold at $260,000 on September 26, 2025. Want to learn more about 1603 Braken Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Wilmington? You can browse all Wilmington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

