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16 W 38th Street
Ninth Ward
Wilmington, DE 19802
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Baths
1
Acres
0.07
Interior SqFt
1,575
Age
95
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central A/C
Water
Public
Sewer
Public
Garages
0
Taxes (2025)
2,179
Additional Details Below

Description

Welcome to the Ninth Ward! A convenient yet classic community, brimming with charm and character from a bygone era, but teeming with modern flare as well as charisma from current social trends. Walking distance to places of worship, educational facilities, parks, a short drive to major highways, the Central Business District of the City and the Riverfront in all its glory, this location is sure to check off all the boxes! Perched high above the street, this end of row home has been completely transformed into a modern stunner! Open and airy front porch provides a birds eye view of the community and will make for a perfect place to spend time as the warmer months make their approach. Across the threshold you will be greeted with an open floor plan that provides versatility to meet everyone's needs. Recessed lights compliment natural light that pours in from the front and side of the residence. Great room provides dramatic view of your stair system and makes for a formal gathering destination. Gourmet kitchen is sure to inspire the food prep in all of us with white shaker cabinetry, topped with quartz counters, flanked with a subway backsplash, decorative pulls and a stainless appliance package. Island is perfect for serving food or gathering with friends. Dining area is open to kitchen for convenience and provides a bespoke location for entertaining. Main level is serviced with a half bath featuring a tile floor, solid surface vanity and smart mirror. Fully fenced in and oversized rear yard provides a place to retreat, gather, as well as park your vehicles thanks to an alley and gate combination. Finished lower level plays host to many possibilities plus provides the laundry facilities. Mechanical room for storage is an added bonus. Dramatic stair well with refinished treads and carpet runner whisk you away to the second level. Main bedroom with plush carpeting, recessed and natural light with ample storage capacity is a cozy place to rest your head. Main bathroom is a thing of beauty with it's tile floor, tile tub surround with decorative shelf inlay, high end plumbing fixtures, solid surface vanity and smart mirror will help you unwind after a long days grind. Two more spacious bedrooms with comfy carpeting, recessed lights and modern storage capacity round out the second level. Fully renovated house to include roof, windows, HVAC, plumbing, hot water tank, electric and more will ensure years of minimal maintenance efforts & expenditures. Excellent opportunity to take advantage of a softening interest rate environment and make a grand entrance to home ownership!

Room sizes

Dining Room
x   Main Level
Kitchen
x   Main Level
Great Room
x   Main Level
Bonus Room
x   Lower Level
Bathroom 1
x   Main Level
Bedroom 1
x   Upper Level
Bedroom 2
x   Upper Level
Bedroom 3
x   Upper Level
Bathroom 2
x   Upper Level

Location

Driving Directions

N. Market St. towards N. Wilmington. Left onto W. 37th St. End at left hand, Southwest corner.

Listing Details

Summary
Architectural Type

Colonial

Parking

Crushed Stone, On Street, Off Street

Interior Features
Flooring

Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Basement

Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Windows, Stone

Interior Features

Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Laundry: Basement

Appliances

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator

Rooms List

Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room

Exterior Features
Roofing

Flat, Shingle

Exterior Features

Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Patio(s), Porch(es), Frame, Brick, Vinyl Siding

Utilities
Cooling

Central A/C, Electric

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Hot Water

Natural Gas

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water

Public

Property History

Date
Change
Price

Miscellaneous

Assessment : 214,500
Zoning: 26r-3
Lattitude : 39.760220
Longitude : -75.525410
MLS# : DENC2095732
Views : 17
Listing Courtesy: Joseph Hurley of Pantano Real Estate Inc

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