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$434,900
7 Days On Site

1721 GILPIN AVENUE
WILMINGTON, DE19806

For Sale|Townhouse|Active
2
Beds
1
Total Bath
1
Full Bath
1,850
SqFt
$235
/SqFt
1894
Built
Subdivision:
FORTY ACRES
County:
NEW CASTLE
Listing courtesy of Compass
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Welcome to 1721 Gilpin Avenue, a charming brick townhome situated in the heart of Wilmington’s highly desirable Trolley Square neighborhood. Offering a wonderful blend of historic character, thoughtful updates, comfortable living spaces, and exceptional walkability, this home presents an opportunity to enjoy one of the city’s most vibrant locations. An inviting covered front porch welcomes you inside, where hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The main level features a spacious living and dining area that flows into the kitchen, complete with a new appliance package installed in 2025 and an additional breakfast area for casual dining. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms, each offering ample closet space, along with a beautifully remodeled full bathroom completed in 2023. The third-floor loft provides a versatile additional living area, ideal for a home office, guest space, or private retreat, featuring custom built-ins and additional closet storage, with direct access to an elevated outdoor deck. Additional interior improvements include updated carpeting on the stairs and upper levels, along with refreshed paint throughout the home. Outside, the fenced rear yard offers a private setting for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. Recent exterior improvements include updated landscaping and lighting, as well as a freshly painted exterior in 2025. Whether enjoying your morning coffee on the front porch or unwinding on the upper-level deck, the home provides multiple spaces to enjoy both indoors and out. Located just steps from the restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and nightlife of Trolley Square, and only a short walk to the scenic trails and green spaces of Brandywine Park, this property offers the perfect combination of neighborhood charm and city convenience. With easy access to downtown Wilmington, major commuter routes, and everything the surrounding area has to offer, 1721 Gilpin Avenue is a wonderful place to call home.

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Price 
$434,900
Days On Site 
7 Days
Bedrooms 
2
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,850 sqft
Total Baths 
1
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.05 Acres
Year Built 
1894
MLS Number 
DENC2113014
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$4,497
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
19 hours agoPrice changed to $434,900
19 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS
5 days agoStatus changed to Active
a week agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.05
Foundation 
Other
Levels 
Three Or More
Parking 
On Street
Property Sub Type 
Townhouse
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
1850
SqFt Total 
1850
Style 
Traditional
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
26R-3
Interior Features
Appliances 
Electric Water Heater
Basement 
Unfinished
Cooling 
Central AirGas
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Pool Features 
None
Community Features
MLS Area 
Wilmington (30906)
School District 
RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Schools
School District
RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of Compass



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