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1217 Shallcross Avenue

Wilmington, DE 19806

3 beds
3 baths
2,775 sqft
1,742 sqft lot
$207 per sqft
1988 build

A beautiful Westhill townhome conveniently located on a cherry tree lined quiet street is now available! Just 2 blocks from walking paths to the Brandywine River and a few blocks from shops and restaurants, this updated home has everything you’ve been looking for. One of the better, more traditional layouts in the community, this home was updated with an airy, warm timeless style approximately 10 years ago, and the HVAC’s and roof have been updated within the last 3 years! At the entry level you will be welcomed by a bookshelf lined family room which can serve many functions from library or office to playroom, game room. Down the hall you will access your spacious 2-car garage with extra storage shelves and a back entrance to the home. Around the corner take the steps down to a dry storage lower level with built in and included workbench, modular shelving and room for extra refrigerator and more! Back up hardwood stairs to the main living level you will find an open kitchen with gas cooktop, wall oven and microwave, a newer GE refrigerator and plenty of storage. Off the dining area a balcony has enough room for seating to enjoy your morning or evening beverage. The brightly lit living room has high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors and includes a newer gas fireplace. Step out onto the cantilevered balcony and enjoy the pretty flowering trees and gardens that border Shallcross Ave. This level includes the laundry closet and powder room. Make your way to the top bedroom level and you will find a spacious primary suite with a soaring vaulted ceiling, spacious updated bathroom with shower, and a walk in closet. The hall bath also has a vaulted ceiling and skylight . It serves the two additional brightly lit bedrooms, one of which includes another balcony! With plenty of closets and storage space, room for everyone to spread out, a 2-car garage and lovely updates, easy walking to the Brandywine River, all of Trolley Square and even downtown Wilmington, you couldn’t ask for anything else! Oh and the seller is offering a credit at settlement for the carpets to be replaced! OR if timing allows, choose your color and we’ll get it installed before you move in! So consider the carpets “brand new”! Book your showing tour today!

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Compass

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 21, 2025 •

MLS# DENC2080118 —

The Building

Year Built:

1988
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Brick, Stucco
Structure Type:

Interior Row/Townhouse
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Levels:

3
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Block
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Partial
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

2775
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

2775

Interior

Room List:

Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Full Bath
Flooring Type:

Hardwood, Carpet
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Fireplace Features:

Gas/Propane
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

2775
Living Area SqFt:

2,775 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

Negotiable

Location

Directions:

Rt 52S, left on N Van Buren St, follow to Lovering, left on Lovering to 1217 on right..
Latitude:

39.75535583
Longitude:

-75.55585480

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Good
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.04
Lot Size Source:

Estimated
Lot Size Dimensions:

28.50 x 65.50
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot SqFt:

1,742 Sqft
Exclusions:

All personal property
Zoning:

26R-3
In City Limits:

Yes
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterview:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

26-021.10-097
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

097
Tax Annual Amount:

$6,870
Tax Assessed Value:

$135,900
Year Assessed:

2024
School Tax:

3612.0
County Tax:

343.00
City/Town Tax:

2915.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

2

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Heat Pump(s), Forced Air
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Schools

School District Name:

Red Clay Consolidated
School District Source:

3rd Party

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Westhill
Senior Community:

No
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

Yes
Condo/Coop Association:

No
HOA Fee:

$700
HOA Fee Frequency:

Semi-Annually

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

2
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Garage Spaces:

2.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage, On Street
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

2

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$575,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,078
Taxes	$572
Insurance	$158
Utilities	$203 See report
Total	$4,011/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/21/25 Apr 21, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$575,000

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This townhouse located in Delaware Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806 is currently for sale for $575,000. 1217 Shallcross Avenue is a 2,775 square foot townhouse with 3 beds and 3 baths. 1217 Shallcross Avenue is in the Delaware Avenue neighborhood of Wilmington and has a WalkScore® of 84, making it very walkable. This townhouse is in the attendance area of Skyline Middle School, William C. Lewis Dual Language Elementary School, and Alexis I. Dupont High School.

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