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Property Description
Situated in the heart of the city, this fully renovated duplex offers modern finishes, reliable systems, and true turn"‘key convenience. Both units have been thoughtfully upgraded with contemporary kitchens featuring new cabinets, countertops, stainless steel sinks, and a full suite of newer stainless steel appliances. Throughout the home, luxury vinyl plank flooring, new interior doors, and updated lighting and receptacles create a fresh, cohesive look. Recent improvements include new baseboard heaters, a new flat roof installed in April 2022, new water heaters with expansion tanks, and extensive basement waterproofing with a vapor barrier and reinforced concrete floor. Additional upgrades include new plumbing in both bathrooms, two new windows in the lower unit, a new electric meter box and post, new locks, and a new 6"‘ft privacy fence.he backyard features a new concrete patio, and a new front entry door is on the way. The home is wonderfully redone, and ready to start producing cash for its investors or even house hackers! First time buyers could own this duplex for as little as zero down, live in one unit and rent out the other to keep their cost of living minimal! The home qualifies for many grants through various banks.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 715 W 8th St
General
- Price: $279,000
- Taxes: $3,059 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2104688
- Updated: 6/9/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: Wilmington (30906)
- County: NEW CASTLE
- Subdivision: WILMINGTON
- Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
- Driving Directions: 715 w 8th st
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Christina
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partial
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Flat
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,750
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,750 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,750 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1881
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,307
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 17.00 x 83.00
- Zoning: 26R-3
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $159.43
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $2,046
- City/TownTax: $908
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $105
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $242,700
- Tax Amount: $3,059
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1750
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 174
Listed by Compass, Robert A Blackhurst
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Schools
Schools serving 715 W 8th St
School District:Christina School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
The Bayard School 200 South Dupont Street, Wilmington, DE 19805 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Stubbs Early Education Center 1100 North Pine Street, Wilmington, DE 19801 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Christiana High School 190 Salem Church Road, Newark, DE 19713 | 9-12 | 9.3 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 715 W 8th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/09/2026
Listed
$279,000
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 715 W 8th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,689
42%
$242,700
651%
2024
$1,191
3%
$32,300
—
2023
$1,161
1%
$32,300
—
2022
$1,149
-35%
$32,300
—
2021
$1,764
62%
$32,300
—
2020
$1,087
15%
$32,300
—
2019
$945
5%
$32,300
—
2017
$901
—
$32,300
—
2016
$899
12%
$32,300
—
2015
$804
—
$32,300
—
2014
$803
4%
$32,300
—
2013
$772
—
$32,300
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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715 W 8th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801 (MLS# DENC2104688) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 715 W 8th Street is currently listed for $279,000 and was received on June 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 715 W 8th 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.

