2308 E Mall Street, Wilmington, DE 19810-4226 $400,000

Beds/Baths: 5/2.0
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,327
Acreage: 0.48
Age:88 years
Style:
Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary, Traditional
MLS#: DENC2088010
Subdivision: Ardentown
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to Ardentown! This one of a kind home sits near the bottom of a quiet, dead-end street surrounded by nature! Approaching from the street, you'll immediately be drawn in by its impressive curb appeal. Enter the front door to find a spacious living area with an open layout and lots of natural light. Sliding doors provide easy access to the wraparound deck, perfect for outdoor entertaining! Built with ipe, (pronounced EE-pay, a hardwood from central/south America regarded for it's resistance to rot and insects) this deck will delight for years to come! A wood burning fire place is the focal point of the living room, and helps create a cozy ambience in the cooler months. From here, you'll find the wraparound staircase leading up to the library. With loads of built in shelving and floor to ceiling windows, this area is perfect for a home office, reading nook, or family room. 3 bedrooms, a full bath, and kitchen with outdoor access round out the main floor. A few steps at the rear of the home provide access to 2 more bedrooms and the second full bath. With some creativity, this area could likely be converted into an incredible owners' suite with private access to the rear deck. Plenty of storage is provided by 2 separate attics and a huge basement! Nature enthusiasts will fall in love with the outdoor space! Nearly a half acre of private property with mature plantings, and a short walk to Naaman's creek and 50+ acres of protected woodlands! All this in the eclectic and historic Ardens neighborhood, renowned for it's welcoming community and rich history in the arts. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity... schedule your tour today!

Bedroom 1: Upper 1
Bedroom 2: Upper 1
Bathroom 1: Upper 1
Bedroom 1: Main
Bedroom 2: Main
Bedroom 3: Main
Bathroom 1: Main

Taxes: $4,720
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: Yes - Community
School Dist: Brandywine
Elem. School: Forwood Mid. School: Talley High School: Mount Pleasant

Features

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Oil, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer

Garage/Parking
Detached Carport, Driveway, Off Street, Detached Carport Spaces #: 1;

Interior
Full Basement, Carpet Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Vinyl Flooring

Exterior
Block Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Cedar Exterior, Combination Exterior

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Public Elementary (23 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Claymont Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Claymont 0.95 mi
Maple Lane Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Claymont 1.14 mi
Forwood Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 1.26 mi
Lancashire Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 1.28 mi
Carrcroft Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 1.75 mi
Boothwyn Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Boothwyn 2.39 mi
Hanby Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 2.56 mi
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Brandywine School District Preschool Wilmington 2.56 mi
Bethel Springs Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–5 Garnet Valley 2.58 mi
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 2.68 mi
Lombardy Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 3.29 mi
Linwood Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Linwood 3.29 mi
Marcus Hook Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Marcus Hook 3.59 mi
Hilltop Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Aston 3.8 mi
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School Brandywine School District Preschool–5 Wilmington 4.03 mi
East Side Charter School East Side Charter School K–8 Wilmington 4.46 mi
Garnet Valley Elementary School Garnet Valley School District 3–5 Glen Mills 4.67 mi
Pennell Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 4.67 mi
Aston Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 4.82 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 4.84 mi
Concord Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–2 Glen Mills 4.89 mi
Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School K–8 Wilmington 4.93 mi
Warner Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District 3–5 Wilmington 4.95 mi

Public Middle (6 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Talley Middle School Brandywine School District 6–8 Wilmington 1.16 mi
Springer Middle School Brandywine School District 6–8 Wilmington 2.96 mi
Chichester Middle School Chichester School District 5–8 Boothwyn 2.99 mi
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School Brandywine School District 6–8 Wilmington 4.07 mi
Garnet Valley Middle School Garnet Valley School District 6–8 Glen Mills 4.58 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 4.84 mi

Public High (7 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Brandywine High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 2.21 mi
Mount Pleasant High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 2.74 mi
Concord High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 2.81 mi
Chichester Senior High School Chichester School District 9–12 Boothwyn 3.1 mi
Garnet Valley High School Garnet Valley School District 9–12 Glen Mills 4.24 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 4.84 mi
Sun Valley High School Penn-Delco School District 9–12 Aston 4.93 mi

Private (23 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Wilmington Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Wilmington 0.41 mi
St Edmond's Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 0.52 mi
Concord Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–12 Wilmington 1.21 mi
Faith Preschool & Child Care Presbyterian Preschool–K Wilmington 2.22 mi
Immaculate Heart Of Mary Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 2.68 mi
Children's House Montessori Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 2.9 mi
Concord Preschool And Childcare Presbyterian Preschool–K Wilmington 3.07 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian K Upper Chichester 3.3 mi
Program For Rigor And Innovation In Education Nonsectarian 6–8 Wilmington 3.51 mi
Montessori Learning Centre Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 3.62 mi
St Mary Magdalen School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 3.73 mi
Brandywine Valley Christian Presch Baptist Preschool–K Wilmington 3.8 mi
Albert Einstein Academy Jewish K–5 Wilmington 3.93 mi
Maranatha Christian Academy Brethren K–6 Wilmington 3.94 mi
The Pilot School Nonsectarian Ungraded Wilmington 4.03 mi
Kiddie Kampus Learning Center Christian (no specific denomination) K Upper Chichester 4.15 mi
Astra Zeneca Child Development Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 4.23 mi
Wilmington Friends School Friends Preschool–12 Wilmington 4.59 mi
Salesianum School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 4.75 mi
Urban Promise School Other Preschool–6 Wilmington 4.79 mi
Augustine Hills School Nonsectarian 4–11 Wilmington 4.88 mi
Sharon Temple Adventist School Seventh-Day Adventist K–8 Wilmington 4.92 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian K Aston 5 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Wilmington (19810), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
  • Average salary of people in this community: $65,900

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 3,290
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.65
  • Households w/ Children: 57%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 8,032 (78.5%)
  • Rented: 1,748 (17.1%)
  • Vacant: 449 (4.4%)
  • Total: 10,229

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.

Total: 25,978
Households: 9,780
Median Age: 45.30

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.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.2%
  • Some High School: 1.8%
  • High School Graduate: 22.7%
  • Some College: 15.8%
  • Associate Degree: 7.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 28.3%
  • Graduate Degree: 22.4%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $93,497

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: $1,027
  • One Bedroom: $1,004
  • Two Bedroom: $1,205
  • Three Bedroom: $1,570
  • Four Bedroom: $1,923

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2308 E Mall Street, Wilmington, DE 19810-4226

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