Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate100 Locust Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805-2519 $325,000
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Interior Sq. Ft: 1,875
Acreage: 0.31
Age:145 years
Style:
Colonial
Subdivision: Elsmere Gardens
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Discover the timeless charm of 100 Locust Avenue, a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home perfectly situated on a spacious corner lot. Step through the inviting front door into a spacious foyer accented by elegant wooden moulding and trim—a graceful introduction to the home’s classic character. Just off the foyer, the formal living room opens to a versatile family room (ideal as a playroom or home office) and connects effortlessly to the dining room for easy entertaining. The formal dining room flaunts hardwood floors, chair rail, a ceiling fan and leads directly to the kitchen. The updated kitchen comes complete with granite countertops, gas cooking, and a tile backsplash. A door from the kitchen leads to the sizable back yard. Upstairs, you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms, including a primary suite with dual closets and a sitting room that opens to a private balcony. The hall bathroom features granite countertops, adding a touch of modern elegance, while convenient second-floor laundry brings ease to everyday living. The home also features an unfinished basement and floored attic ideal for storage, a detached one-car garage and thoughtful original details such as preserved door hardware that highlight its historic charm. Outdoor living is equally inviting with a spacious front porch, a cozy side porch, and an oversized driveway providing plenty of parking. Don’t miss your chance to make this delightful property your new home. Schedule a showing today and experience its warmth and character for yourself!
Bedroom 2: Upper 1
Bedroom 3: Upper 1
Laundry: Upper 1
Living Room: Main
Family Room: Main
Kitchen: Main
Basement: Lower 1
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Radiator Heating, Natural Gas, Window Unit(s) Cooling, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Upper Floor Laundry
Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage - Front Entry, Private Parking, Detached Garage Spaces #: 1;
Interior
Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Unfinished Basement, Carpet Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Vinyl Flooring
Exterior
Stone Foundation, Asbestos Exterior, Balcony, Porch(es)
Lot
Corner Lot
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Public Elementary (30 schools)
Public Middle (12 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douglass School | Christina School District | 1–12 | Wilmington | 0.99 mi |
| Odyssey Charter School | Odyssey Charter School | K–12 | Wilmington | 1.48 mi |
| Gateway Charter School | Gateway Charter School | 3–8 | Wilmington | 1.63 mi |
| duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Greenville | 2.21 mi |
| First State School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 1–10 | Wilmington | 2.79 mi |
| The Bancroft School | Christina School District | 1–9 | Wilmington | 2.94 mi |
| Stanton Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 3.21 mi |
| McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School | Colonial School District | 6–8 | New Castle | 3.5 mi |
| duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 3.97 mi |
| Leach (John G.) School | Colonial School District | Preschool–12 | New Castle | 4.17 mi |
| Read (George) Middle School | Colonial School District | 6–8 | New Castle | 4.27 mi |
| Skyline Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 4.8 mi |
Public High (17 schools)
Private (32 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Wilmington (19805), Delaware.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 22
- Average salary of people in this community: $40,573
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 7,227
- Household Size (ppl): 2.55
- Households w/ Children: 67%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 7,776 (44.8%)
- Rented: 7,080 (40.8%)
- Vacant: 2,486 (14.3%)
- Total: 17,342
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.
Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 7.0%
- Some High School: 8.9%
- High School Graduate: 41.2%
- Some College: 15.5%
- Associate Degree: 5.8%
- Bachelor's Degree: 13.7%
- Graduate Degree: 8.0%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $47,885
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $800
- One Bedroom: $855
- Two Bedroom: $1,029
- Three Bedroom: $1,219
- Four Bedroom: $1,426
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