5 Richards Drive
5 Richards Drive
$829,900
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Description
A rare and unusual find! Come see this outstanding 2 1/2 story home, with the original structure dating back to 1791! This home was constructed for Isaac Grubb, a member of the Grubb family that originally settled in North Wilmington. House was part of a dairy farm. The property also includes a separate carriage house which is currently used as a rental property. This home has been meticulously maintained by the present owner and improved over the years. Features include front open porch with slate...A rare and unusual find! Come see this outstanding 2 1/2 story home, with the original structure dating back to 1791! This home was constructed for Isaac Grubb, a member of the Grubb family that originally settled in North Wilmington. House was part of a dairy farm. The property also includes a separate carriage house which is currently used as a rental property. This home has been meticulously maintained by the present owner and improved over the years. Features include front open porch with slate floor. Living room includes original pine floors with 2 fireplaces and wood stove. Large stately dining room with built in shelves and corner cabinet. Kitchen includes ceiling fan, granite countertops, steel appliances, including new dishwasher and refrigerator. First floor also includes powder room and main floor laundry. Large family room, 3 season porch/den and 2 stairways to second floor. Second floor includes master bedroom with full refurbished bath. Bedrooms include built in cabinets, desks, pine floors, fireplace in second bedroom and a second floor terrace. Newly installed 22' x 30' rear patio with brick pavers that includes 2 fire pits and paver walkways. Whole house fan, 2 attic fans and updated electric make this home complete! Carriage house presently rents for $1,400/MO, with tenant on a month to month lease, which also could be used as an in-law-suite. Warranty included for buyer, which covers the main residential house. Close to shopping, restaurants and major roads, See this one today! (More information about the carriage house is in the documents section of this listing.)
- Listed by Michael DiFonzo • RE/MAX Associates-WilmingtonP: 3027640100 mikedifonzo@comcast.net
Property Details for 5 Richards Drive
Tax ID Number
06-044.00-368
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOAYes
Structure TypeDetached
StyleColonial, Traditional, Carriage House
Levels/Stories2.5
WaterfrontNo
Location
LISTING UPDATED: 05/29/2024 12:32 PM
Property Details for 5 Richards Drive
Status | Active |
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MLS # | DENC2061462 |
Days on Market | 17 |
Taxes | $3,499 / year |
HOA Fees | $200 / year |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
Year Built | 1791 |
Lot Size | 0.49 AC / 21,344 SF |
County | New Castle County |
Location
Building Information for 5 Richards Drive
Stories-Year Built1791Building Size-Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,344 SF
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Property Information for 5 Richards Drive
Property History for 5 Richards Drive
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 5 Richards Drive
Taxable ValueLand$16,700Additions$82,200Total$98,900
Tax Record2023$3,594 ($299 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt725 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt725 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,344 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1931ZoningNC10CountyNEW CASTLEAPN06-044.00-368Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 5 Richards Drive
This home is within Brandywine School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | K to 5 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Private - | PK to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Forwood Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Talley Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Brandywine High School Public9 to 12 | ||
St Edmond's Academy PrivatePK to 8 |
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