59 IVY RD Wilmington, DE 19806
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Key Details
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type End of Row/Townhouse
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,460 sqft
Price per Sqft $325
Subdivision Wilm #13
MLS Listing ID DENC2112232
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Fees $790/ann
HOA Y/N Y
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,460
Year Built 1899
Available Date 2026-10-09
Annual Tax Amount $3,945
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 1,742 Sqft
Acres 0.04
Property Sub-Type End of Row/Townhouse
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Welcome to this truly unique late 1800s Brick End-Unit Townhouse, perfectly situated down a gentle hill just steps from the Delaware Art Museum. Tucked away in the quiet enclave known as Rockford Village, distinct with one-of-a-kind historic homes, this handsomely updated and upgraded property blends classic architectural character with an airy, European-inspired layout.
Main Level Living
Ground-Floor Oasis
Through a 15 light glass door off the main level, step down into a breathtaking ground-floor office that could easily serves as an additional bedroom or game room. This flexible space features a vaulted ceiling featuring 3 Skylights and a stunning pair of full-length casement windows that frame views of the private, brick paver patio and fenced garden.
Second-Floor Suite
Head up the open staircase to the 2nd floor—situated just above the main living & dining areas—where you will find a spacious bedroom complete with a large walk-in closet & a dedicated full bathroom with a walk-in tiled Shower and marble topped vanity.
The Upper Addition
A beautifully lit spiral staircase leads to a custom upper-level. This cozy retreat offers a quaint bedroom, its own walk-in closet, and a luxurious en-suite bath showcasing a classic, freestanding sleigh tub—perfectly capturing the home's European charm.
Parking & Neighborhood
Enjoy incredibly convenient parking options with customary street parking directly in front of the house (following a friendly neighborhood gentleman's agreement), as well as access to a convenient community parking lot nestled right behind the row of homes.
The location is superb giving easy access to the Rockwood Park & Dog Park, Alapocas Trails, the Brandywine & Greenway Trails, the Jasper Rose Garden, Wilmington Zoo, Delaware Art Museum, excellent restaurants & shops in 40 acres & Trolley Square. Philadelphia airport is a 20 to 30 minute drive. Several train stations both in Wilmington & and Claymont make traveling ever so convenient from Wilmington.
The 2nd floor En-Suite Bathroom was updated in 2014 and the Kitchen was totally remodeled in 2012 using the finest materials available & quality craftsmanship.
Other recent upgrades include the following.:
- 2021: New Pella windows installed in the dining room, master bedroom, and upstairs bedroom (Fedale)
- 2022: New Roof: Tamika Heritage Shingle (Best INC.)
- 2022: New fiberglass front door installed (Fedale)
- 2023: New wood Pella windows installed in the second-floor bath and closet (Pella)
- 2023: French drain & sump pump installed (Basement Systems Inc.)
- 2024: Front porch, stairs, and walkway repointed
- 2025: New air LENOX conditioner installed (Burns McBride)
Be sure to see the floor plans which are available as PDF as well
Don't miss the chance to own a piece of local history with an unmatched, romantic, light-filled layout.
Location
State DE
County New Castle
Area Wilmington (30906)
Zoning RES
Direction East
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Side Entrance, Sump Pump, Walkout Level, Water Proofing System, Windows, Heated, Improved, Daylight, Partial, Connecting Stairway
Interior
Interior Features Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Spiral Staircase, Walk-in Closet(s), Wine Storage, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Hot Water Electric
Heating Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Solid Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Mantel(s), Non-Functioning
Inclusions Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Ceiling Fan, Microwave. See list for additional inclusions.
Equipment Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Water Heater
Fireplace Y
Window Features Double Pane,Energy Efficient,Screens,Skylights,Transom,Vinyl Clad
Appliance Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Water Heater
Heat Source Electric
Laundry Lower Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Brick, Patio(s)
Garage Spaces 1.0
Fence Privacy
Utilities Available Cable TV
Water Access N
View Courtyard, Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods, Street
Roof Type Architectural Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Brick, Patio(s)
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage N
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Level
Story 4
Foundation Stone
Above Ground Finished SqFt 1460
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 4
Additional Building Above Grade
Structure Type Cathedral Ceilings,Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
School District Red Clay Consolidated
Others
HOA Fee Include Snow Removal,Road Maintenance,Common Area Maintenance
Senior Community No
Tax ID 26-006.10-042
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 1460
Acceptable Financing Conventional, Cash
Listing Terms Conventional, Cash
Financing Conventional,Cash
Special Listing Condition Standard
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