Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,030 sqft

301 Murphy Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.21 acresLot Size
1952Year Built
$187/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this charming ranch-style home, perfect for one-floor living in the desirable community of Fairfax! This property features three spacious bedrooms and two full baths and has been lovingly cared for and maintained by its previous owner. The generously sized primary bedroom contains an ensuite bathroom, and a large closet The two additional bedrooms are also nicely sized and offer large closets as well, to provide plenty of storage and also, for one's privacy and comfort. One may even choose...Welcome to this charming ranch-style home, perfect for one-floor living in the desirable community of Fairfax! This property features three spacious bedrooms and two full baths and has been lovingly cared for and maintained by its previous owner. The generously sized primary bedroom contains an ensuite bathroom, and a large closet The two additional bedrooms are also nicely sized and offer large closets as well, to provide plenty of storage and also, for one's privacy and comfort. One may even choose to make one of the closets into a "cloffice", or a closet/office. There is an abundance of closet/storage space in this home which include 2 hall closets, one of which could be used as a first-floor laundry, a closet in the hallway bathroom, and a large coat closet. When stepping inside, you'll discover recently refinished hardwood floors and fresh, all-new interior paint, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The home boasts newer Anderson replacement windows, which allow an abundance of natural sunlight to shine in and also insure efficiency. You will be greeted by the warmth of a gas-powered fireplace when entering the home, as well! There are newer appliances in the kitchen, including a Bosch dishwasher and a gas stove. This home has a one car garage, and a fence was installed in the backyard within the last year. The enormous basement provides additional storage space and could be finished for additional living space, an office, or some exercise equipment. It also provides a walkout egress. (the oil tank in the basement is empty. Has been changed over to gas.) While being situated on a corner lot, the property is located just moments away from several community parks, and also Brandywine Creek and Bellevue State Parks. With easy access to I-95, Routes 202, and the Fairfax Shopping Center, this home is central to many restaurants, grocery stores and shopping! The new owners can enjoy both convenience and community in this lovely home! Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Fairfax charm! The sky is the limit! Schedule your showing today!
  • Listed by: Brenda E Roach 484.368.7874 broach@psre.com • Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Listing closed: 01/10/2025 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DENC2071466
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$430,000

Avg days on market

9

Sale-to-list ratio

100.5%

Wilmington, DE

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

Sold By BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

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Property Information for 301 Murphy Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $2,180 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 06-101.00-269
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Levels/Stories: 1
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Subdivision: FAIRFAX
  • Subdivision: FAIRFAX (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE (WILMINGTON DE)
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,350.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: 680.00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: 680.00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Estimated
  • New Construction: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Lot Size: 0.21 AC / 9,148 SF

Location

Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
  • 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
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $2,180
  • Zoning: NC6.5
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No

Rooms

Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main

Building Info

Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,030.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated

Lot / Land Information

Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Parcel ID: 2240789
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Land Lease: No

Parking

Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street, On Street
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry

Interior Features

Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No

Utilities

Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

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

Property History for 301 Murphy Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 10, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2071466

$380,000—
Dec 2, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2071466

—
Dec 2, 2024

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2071466

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/10/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2071466

$380,000
12/02/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2071466

—
12/02/2024

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2071466

—

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

Public Records for 301 Murphy Road

Taxable Value

Land

-

Additions

-
Total-

Tax Record

2025

$3,407 ($284 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

1.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,350 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,350 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

9,148 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1952

Zoning

NC6.5

County

NEW CASTLE

APN

06-101.00-269

Schools near 301 Murphy 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

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 301 Murphy Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
$380,000
3
2,030
9,148
$445,000
4
2,260
9,148
$325,000
3
1,360
9,148
$410,000
3
1,925
9,148
$285,000
3
1,625
12,197
–
–
–
1,707
–

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