129 School Rd

Wilmington, DE 19803

$737,500
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,750 Sq. Ft.
$268 / Sq. Ft.
2,750
Sq. Ft.
$268
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 6/29/23
Closed 6/29/23
Welcome to 129 School Road
Conveniently located in the Alapocas community
Welcome your guests in the cozy, covered entryway
Enter into a large, bright foyer
Foyer leads to formal living room
Notice the gorgeous turned staircase
Formal living room off of foyer
Living room with gas fireplace
Abundant natural light with views onto sunroom
Living room leads to formal dining room
Formal dining room
Dining room leads to sunroom and kitchen
Impeccably maintained kitchen with ample storage
Kitchen with gas cooking
Kitchen leads to sunny breakfast room
Breakfast room with entrance to brick patio
Breakfast room with access to mud/laundry room
Mud/laundry room with garage access
Main level powder room
Main level bedroom with vaulted ceiling
Ensuite bath off main level bedroom
Ensuite bath off main level bedroom
Family / bonus room just off main level bedroom
Family room with rear patio access
Gorgeous 4-season Florida room
Florida room with rear patio access
Florida room adjacent to formal dining room
Beautiful turned staircase leads to upper level
Owner's suite with ample natural light & closets
Owner's suite with sitting area
Sitting area leads to full ensuite bath
Full ensuite bath
Full ensuite bath with shower
Full ensuite bath with oversized shower
Upper level bedroom 3
Upper level bedroom 3
Upper level bedroom 4
Upper level bedroom 4
Upper level hall full bath
Upper level hall full bath
Private rear paver patio
Private rear paver patio
Private rear paver patio

Description

The charm of this beautiful Alapocas brick colonial home situated on a corner lot starts right at the front door! Come up the landscaped walk way to the slate stoop and original 6 panel wood screen door. Once inside, you are greeted by the 2 story foyer which is bright from the sidelights of the front door as well as the brass chandelier. Continue into the formal living room and sit by the natural gas fireplace that features a brick facade which extends the entirety of the wall. The back wall of...The charm of this beautiful Alapocas brick colonial home situated on a corner lot starts right at the front door! Come up the landscaped walk way to the slate stoop and original 6 panel wood screen door. Once inside, you are greeted by the 2 story foyer which is bright from the sidelights of the front door as well as the brass chandelier. Continue into the formal living room and sit by the natural gas fireplace that features a brick facade which extends the entirety of the wall. The back wall of the living room features the stunning original windows and glass doors. Adjacent the formal living room is the formal dining room which offers a built in hutch and crown molding. Step down into light filled sunroom from both the formal living room through the original wrought iron 10 pane glass French doors and also from the formal dining room through the sliding glass door. This stunning step down sunroom features a wood paneled vaulted ceiling with ceiling fans, slate floors, the original brick exterior wall, and built in sunken planter. Enjoy this heated room all year round. The sliding glass doors provide a panoramic view of the backyard and terrace featuring Belgian Block Landscaping, Acuba Additions and fresh mulch. To the right of the foyer is the kitchen with separate breakfast room. The kitchen offers butcher block counter tops and tile backsplash as well as Kitchen Aid and Jennair appliances. Enjoy your morning coffee in the breakfast room sitting at the built in bay window. The breakfast room also features a tray ceiling and access to the side yard. Off the breakfast is the convenient mudroom with built in shelving, first floor laundry room and entrance to the garage. To the left of the foyer is the hall leading to the powder room, family room and guest suite. Step down into the family room which also has sliding glass doors with built in blinds to the backyard brick terrace. Custom built in shelving, cathedral ceiling, charming globe lights and painted brick wall complete this cozy family room. The guest room is complete with 3 piece en suite bath. Take notice of the exposed brick and unique open wood beamed ceiling in the guest bedroom. The wide 2 story wood staircase is filled with light from the grand window on the landing. Upstairs find the full hall bath updated with Corian counter tops and tile flooring. Off the hall is 2 additional bedrooms one of which features built in shelving. The upstairs is complete with the primary bedroom including dressing area and en suite bath. Off the dressing area featuring 4 separate closets is the three piece primary bathroom. Across the room you will find even more closets and charming built in window seat. The basement offers unlimited possibilities. Create a gaming room, sitting room and the perfect wine cellar which already features a sink. Basement is complete with plenty of storage and the rough in for a bathroom. Updates include Eco-Star Imitation Slate Roof + Ec0-Star Copper Snow Guards + Eco-Star Hip and Ridge with 50 year Warranty, Trane HVAC, electrical outlet installed for electric car charging station, Pella Windows and 6 Pella Sliding doors with built in shades, and double hung Marvin windows, Hot Water Heater (2020) and Lightning Protection. Throughout the home you will find all of the original charming details from exposed brick, wood panel doors, crown molding, original door knobs, and stunning windows that desirable Alapocas is known for. This home has been meticulously maintained by the original owners, pride of ownership shows!
  1. Listed by Stephen J Crifasi • Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
    P: (302)-576-6838 scrifasi@psre.com

Property Details for 129 School Road

Tax ID Number
0612800075
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
Yes
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/03/2025 01:38 PM

Property Details for 129 School Road

StatusClosed
MLS #DENC2040942
Days on Market18
Taxes$5,034 / year
HOA Fees$475 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1954
Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,197 SF
CountyNew Castle County
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Building Information for 129 School Road

Stories2Year Built1954Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,197 SF

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Property Information for 129 School Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: BRANDYWINE
  • School District County ID: 300200396892
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: LOMBARDY (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGER (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • High School: BRANDYWINE (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • MLS Area: Brandywine (30901)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • HOA Name: ALAPOCAS MAINTENANCE CORP
  • HOA Phone: 3026559133
  • Senior Community: No
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Assessed Value: $150,500
  • Zoning: NC10
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Basement, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Other, Bathroom 1, Hobby Room, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 24 X 13
  • Room Features: Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 13 X 13
  • Room Features: Built-Ins, Crown Molding
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 13 X 14
  • Room Features: Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Crown Molding, Flooring - Tile/Brick, Island, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Room 4
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 10
  • Room Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Flooring - Tile/Brick
Room 5
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 8 X 12
  • Room Features: Skylight(s)
Room 6
  • Room Type: Sun/Florida Room
  • Room Length: 36.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 36 X 10
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Tile/Brick
Room 7
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Flooring - Tile/Brick
Room 8
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 23 X 12
  • Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 13 X 9
  • Room Features: Crown Molding
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
Room 11
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 14
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding
Room 12
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Built-Ins, Flooring - Tile/Brick
Room 13
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 13 X 8
  • Room Features: Crown Molding, Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area
Room 14
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 13
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding
Room 15
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 13 X 11
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding
Room 16
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 23 X 18
Room 17
  • Room Type: Hobby Room
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 8 X 13
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,750.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total Finished SQFT Units: Square Feet
  • Total SQFT: 2,750.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Block, Brick
  • Roof: Pitched, Other
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8022/7485/4850/802274854850_512_384_WM_b6Elx3YfKf0A6RIO.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
  • Location Type: Corner Lot/Unit
  • Parcel ID: 2244706
  • Land Lease: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Carpet, Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Door Features: Six Panel, Sliding Glass
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Skylights
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vt-idx.psre.com/KE20949
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Brick
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 129 School Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2023

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2040942

$737,500—
May 1, 2023

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2040942

—
May 1, 2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2040942

—
Apr 15, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2040942

$750,000—
Dec 18, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #252792237

$10—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2023

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2040942

$737,500
05/01/2023

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2040942

—
05/01/2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2040942

—
04/15/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2040942

$750,000
12/18/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #252792237

$10

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Public Records for 129 School Road

Taxable ValueLand$27,100Additions$123,400Total$150,500
Tax Record2024$5,943 ($495 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,750 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,750 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,197 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1954ZoningNC10CountyNEW CASTLEAPN06-128.00-075Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 129 School Road

This home is within Brandywine School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lombardy Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Springer Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Brandywine High School
Public - 9 to 12
Brandywine SITE
Public - 10 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lombardy Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Springer Middle School
Public6 to 8

Brandywine High School
Public9 to 12

Brandywine SITE
Public10 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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