Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate2314 Willard Street, Wilmington, DE 19806-1234 $850,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,325
Acreage: 0.11
Age:105 years
Style:
Colonial
Subdivision: Highlands
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Welcome to 2314 Willard Street – a timeless 1920s detached brick Colonial nestled in the heart of the coveted Highlands neighborhood! Just blocks from Rockford Park and within walking distance to Trolley Square, the Delaware Art Museum, and a variety of local restaurants and shops, this home offers the perfect blend of charm, convenience, and character. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated by the current owners for the past 47 years, this residence exudes warmth and pride of ownership throughout. Step inside to a stunning first floor featuring a welcoming front porch, a classic vestibule, and a grand foyer with a charming stair seat. The traditional living and dining rooms showcase original details, including elegant moldings and a built-in corner cabinet. A beautifully designed kitchen and family room addition (2003) brings modern comfort with black granite countertops, custom cabinetry with pull-out drawers, a Thermador 5-burner gas range and double oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a custom wet bar with undercabinet lighting. The adjacent family room features built-ins and a cozy gas fireplace. Enjoy the convenience of a first-floor laundry room with extra cabinetry and a built-in ironing board, a large pantry with built-in shelving, and a powder room for guests. Glass doors open to a fully fenced, beautifully landscaped rear yard with a brick patio—perfect for entertaining. Mature landscaping surrounds the property, adding privacy and curb appeal. Upstairs, the second floor offers three spacious bedrooms, a dressing room, and a 2nd floor Den. The third floor includes a fourth bedroom, a second full bath, and generous storage space—ready for your personal touch and renovation vision. Additional highlights include a just-renovated main bathroom with a gorgeous tile shower, a detached one-car garage, and driveway parking—an exceptional bonus for city living. Systems and upgrades include 2-zone central air and gas furnace, a 50-year architectural roof with transferrable warranty (installed in 2013), and all-new Pella Architectural Series windows installed in 2003 (57 windows with vinyl exterior and wood interior). Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of history in one of Wilmington’s most desirable neighborhoods!
Storage Room: 11 X 10 - Upper 2
Storage Room: 11 X 11 - Upper 2
Den: 27 X 13 - Upper 1
Primary Bed: 15 X 13 - Upper 1
Bedroom 2: 12 X 11 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 14 X 11 - Upper 1
Foyer: 11 X 9 - Main
Living Room: 18 X 15 - Main
Dining Room: 16 X 13 - Main
Family Room: 18 X 15 - Main
Kitchen: 25 X 9 - Main
Laundry: 8 X 6 - Main
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Natural Gas, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Main Floor Laundry
Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Garage - Front Entry, Detached Garage Spaces #: 1;
Interior
Full Basement, Carpet Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Tile/Brick Flooring
Exterior
Stone Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Rubber Roof, Brick Exterior
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Public Elementary (27 schools)
Public Middle (9 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Greenville | 0.8 mi |
| First State School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 1–10 | Wilmington | 1.35 mi |
| Odyssey Charter School | Odyssey Charter School | K–12 | Wilmington | 1.61 mi |
| Douglass School | Christina School District | 1–12 | Wilmington | 1.88 mi |
| duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 1.93 mi |
| The Bancroft School | Christina School District | 1–9 | Wilmington | 2.09 mi |
| Gateway Charter School | Gateway Charter School | 3–8 | Wilmington | 3.18 mi |
| Springer Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 3.3 mi |
| McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School | Colonial School District | 6–8 | New Castle | 4.6 mi |
Public High (15 schools)
Private (32 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Wilmington (19806), Delaware.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 22
- Average salary of people in this community: $78,934
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 5,068
- Household Size (ppl): 1.83
- Households w/ Children: 23%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 2,714 (46.8%)
- Rented: 2,478 (42.7%)
- Vacant: 606 (10.5%)
- Total: 5,798
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
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Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.3%
- Some High School: 2.4%
- High School Graduate: 11.8%
- Some College: 14.7%
- Associate Degree: 4.8%
- Bachelor's Degree: 36.8%
- Graduate Degree: 28.2%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $77,591
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: $673
- One Bedroom: $1,031
- Two Bedroom: $1,394
- Three Bedroom: $1,762
- Four Bedroom: $1,635
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