226 Potomac Road
Description
This timeless all-brick Colonial seamlessly blends classic architecture with thoughtful modern upgrades, ideally situated in one of North Wilmington’s most desirable neighborhoods. Meticulously maintained, this 3-bedroom residence offers a sophisticated balance of charm, functionality, and contemporary design. The main level showcases a beautifully reimagined open-concept kitchen and dining area, designed for today’s lifestyle. Appointed with granite...Open House Canceled Welcome to 226 Potomac Road
This timeless all-brick Colonial seamlessly blends classic architecture with thoughtful modern upgrades, ideally situated in one of North Wilmington’s most desirable neighborhoods. Meticulously maintained, this 3-bedroom residence offers a sophisticated balance of charm, functionality, and contemporary design. The main level showcases a beautifully reimagined open-concept kitchen and dining area, designed for today’s lifestyle. Appointed with granite countertops, upgraded cabinetry, and a generous layout, this inviting space is perfectly suited for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms are complemented by a full bathroom, offering a traditional yet highly functional layout. The finished basement provides versatile additional living space which is ideal for a media room, home office, or fitness area that includes a convenient powder room. The home’s all-brick exterior enhances its curb appeal while underscoring its enduring quality and low-maintenance appeal. Outdoors, a paver patio and level backyard create an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major roadways, this property offers exceptional accessibility without compromising neighborhood charm. A move-in ready home defined by quality, comfort, and location 226 Potomac Road presents an exceptional opportunity not to be missed.
- Listed by: Leon Anthony Rapuano III 302.983.1422 lrapuano@kw.com • Keller Williams Realty Wilmington
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1Property Information for 226 Potomac Road
- Taxes: $3,686 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
- County: New Castle County
- Tax ID Number: 06-090.00-482
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Condo Coop Association: No
- HOA: No
- Structure Type: Detached
- Style: Colonial
- Levels/Stories: 2
- Waterfront: No
- Garage: Yes
- Expected On Market Date: 04-10-2026
- Subdivision: FAIRFAX
- Subdivision: FAIRFAX (NEW CASTLE DE)
- Legal Subdivision: FAIRFAX
- Total Parking Spaces: 1
- Central Air: Yes
- Basement: Yes
- Room Count: 5
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,875.00
- Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
- Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
- Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
- New Construction: No
- Stories: 2
- Year Built: 1950
- Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: BRANDYWINE
- School District County ID: 300200396892
- Elementary School: LOMBARDY (NEW CASTLE DE)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGER (NEW CASTLE DE)
- MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- High School: BRANDYWINE (NEW CASTLE DE)
- HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: NEW CASTLE
- MLS Area: Brandywine (30901)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: Yes
- Association Recreation Fee: $50
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $423,000
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $667
- Improvement Assessed Value: $341,100
- Land Assessed Value: $81,900
- Zoning: NC5
- Tax Lot: 482
- School Tax: $3,019
- Tax Page Number: 0
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
- # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
- Room List: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Half Bath
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,875.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,875.00
- Total SQFT: 1,875.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Basement Type: Daylight, Full, Partially Finished
- Foundation Details: Block
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 1
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Parcel ID: 2238129
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Garage Spaces: 1
- Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
- Fireplace: No
- Accessibility Features: None
- Pool: No Pool
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Electric
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS
Property History for 226 Potomac Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2026 | Closed BRIGHT #DENC2100390 | $495,000 | — |
| May 14, 2026 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1940895565 | $415,000 | +3.7% / yr |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Pending BRIGHT #DENC2100390 | — | |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DENC2100390 | — | |
| Apr 10, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC2100390 | $479,900 | — |
| May 8, 2009 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #767953844 | $225,000 | — |
| May 8, 2009 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #267953844 | $225,000 | — |
| May 8, 2009 | Closed BRIGHT #1005788880 | $225,000 | — |
| Mar 27, 2009 | Pending BRIGHT #1005788880 | — | |
| May 16, 2008 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005788880 | $275,000 | — |
| Oct 30, 2007 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DENC348772 | $274,894 | — |
| Aug 5, 2007 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC348772 | $275,894 | — |
| Jul 15, 1997 | Closed BRIGHT #DENC307042 | $119,000 | — |
| Jun 16, 1997 | Pending BRIGHT #DENC307042 | — | |
| May 28, 1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC307042 | $119,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2026 | Closed BRIGHT #DENC2100390 | $495,000 |
| 05/14/2026 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1940895565 | $415,000 +3.7% / yr |
| 04/11/2026 | Pending BRIGHT #DENC2100390 | — |
| 04/11/2026 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DENC2100390 | — |
| 04/10/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC2100390 | $479,900 |
| 05/08/2009 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #767953844 | $225,000 |
| 05/08/2009 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #267953844 | $225,000 |
| 05/08/2009 | Closed BRIGHT #1005788880 | $225,000 |
| 03/27/2009 | Pending BRIGHT #1005788880 | — |
| 05/16/2008 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005788880 | $275,000 |
| 10/30/2007 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DENC348772 | $274,894 |
| 08/05/2007 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC348772 | $275,894 |
| 07/15/1997 | Closed BRIGHT #DENC307042 | $119,000 |
| 06/16/1997 | Pending BRIGHT #DENC307042 | — |
| 05/28/1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC307042 | $119,900 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 226 Potomac Road
Schools near 226 Potomac Road
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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