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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,675 sqft

225 Waverly Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.15 acresLot Size
1955Year Built
$278/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

OFFER DEADLINE Wednesday, April 2nd @ 8PM This beautifully maintained Fairfax Colonial has been meticulously cared for and updated by the current owners over the past seven years and is ready for someone new to move right in and enjoy! This home boasts wonderful curb appeal, starting with the lush front lawn and continuing throughout the house. Dark hardwood floors flow through most of the main level, including the spacious living room, which features crown molding and a picture window that fills...OFFER DEADLINE Wednesday, April 2nd @ 8PM This beautifully maintained Fairfax Colonial has been meticulously cared for and updated by the current owners over the past seven years and is ready for someone new to move right in and enjoy! This home boasts wonderful curb appeal, starting with the lush front lawn and continuing throughout the house. Dark hardwood floors flow through most of the main level, including the spacious living room, which features crown molding and a picture window that fills the space with natural light. The kitchen was completely updated in 2023 and showcases white shaker cabinets with crown molding, a large subway tile backsplash, quartz countertops, an island with three large drawers, a built-in pantry with sliders, recessed lighting, and upgraded stainless steel appliances, including a gas range and built-in microwave. The dining room is open to the kitchen and enhanced by wainscoting and crown molding, adding even more character and charm to this exceptional home. Andersen replacement windows are found throughout. The 24x12 family room on the main level, with wall-to-wall carpet, provides a great additional living space and features an Andersen sliding glass door leading to a large concrete patio with a pergola—perfect for outdoor gatherings. The fenced-in backyard offers plenty of space for various outdoor activities. Additionally, the main level includes an updated powder room with a fantastic sliding barn door. The upstairs hosts three bedrooms and a full bathroom with a tiled floor and a tub with a tiled surround. The lower level is partially finished and currently used as a playroom, providing additional flexible living space. The unfinished section of the basement houses the washer and dryer, along with the home's systems and a workbench, offering ample storage space. The driveway has been extended, with new concrete added, along with a gate for backyard access. Schedule your appointment today—this home won’t last long!
  • Listed by: Michael J McCullough 302.893.7601 mmccullough@lnf.com • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Listing closed: 05/28/2025 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DENC2078706
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Property Information for 225 Waverly Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $2,402 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 06-101.00-144
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Levels/Stories: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: No
  • Subdivision: FAIRFAX
  • Subdivision: FAIRFAX (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • Legal Subdivision: FAIRFAX
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,675.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Lot Size: 0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Location

Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: BRANDYWINE
  • School District County ID: 300200396892
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • 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
  • Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $66,800
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $538
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $53,800
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $13,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: NC5
  • Tax Lot: 144
  • School Tax: $1,864
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Recreation Room
  • Stories: Main

Rooms Information

Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes

Building Info

Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,675.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Lot / Land Information

Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 59.70 x 100.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 2240665

Parking

Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2

Interior Features

Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Accessibility Features: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 225 Waverly Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2078706

$465,000—
Apr 3, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2078706

—
Apr 3, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2078706

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2078706

$465,000
04/03/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2078706

—
04/03/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2078706

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 225 Waverly Road

Taxable Value

Land

-

Additions

-
Total-

Tax Record

2025

$3,684 ($307 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

1.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,675 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,675 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

6,534 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1955

Year Renovated

1980

Zoning

NC5

County

NEW CASTLE

APN

06-101.00-144

Fireplace Type

Has Fireplace

Schools near 225 Waverly Road

This home is within Brandywine School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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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