1211-1/2 MCKENNANS CHURCH RD Under Contract Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
Wilmington,DE 19808
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Under Contract
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,450 sqft
Price per Sqft $187
Subdivision Derickson Place
MLS Listing ID DENC2074616
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1790
Annual Tax Amount $2,223
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.340 Acres
Property Description
Welcome to 1211 1/2 McKennans Church Road, this CHARMING 18TH-CENTURY FARMHOUSE beautifully marries original character with modern conveniences. With 4 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms spread across 2,450 square feet, this home ensures ample space for comfortable living. From the front door, step into a foyer where you will find the spacious family room to your right, which boasts a gas fireplace, recessed lights, a bay window and plenty of natural sunlight. The home retains its HISTORIC CHARM with ORIGINAL HARDWOOD FLOORS in many areas, while modern upgrades like a newer water heater and boiler (both installed in 2023) ensure efficiency and comfort. Through the hall you will enter the dining room flaunting oversized baseboard and built-in shelving that beautifully outlines the room, constructed from the properties original barn wood. An inviting Dutch door serves as an additional entrance into a second foyer near the kitchen, where you'll find GRANITE countertops, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, a sizeable pantry with pull-outs, a custom rotating spice cabinet, and a built-in butcher block—perfect for culinary enthusiasts. Adjacent to the kitchen is the living room/flex room, historically used as a Butter Churning Barn – it is now a spacious area that offers tons of possibilities for use. Here you will find wood-look tile floors, a wet bar, and sliders to the back yard. The OVERSIZED TWO-CAR GARAGE can be accessed via a mudroom, complete with a laundry closet and an exposed siding accent wall from the original barn structure, adding a rustic touch. Tucked away next to the staircase you can find the half bathroom. The upper level hosts all 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, as well as hardwood flooring throughout. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and dressing/sitting room. For those who love the outdoors, the FULLY FENCED YARD features apple and pear trees, a STAMPED CONCRETE PATIO with a retractable awning, and plenty of space for gardening or relaxation. The floored attic provides additional storage, and all appliances are included, making this home move-in ready. With tons of history within its walls, this farmhouse is not just a home—it's a story waiting to be continued. Come and experience the unique blend of past and present in this delightful property. Don't miss your opportunity to own a little piece of history, schedule your tour today!
Location
State DE
County New Castle
Area Elsmere/Newport/Pike Creek (30903)
Zoning NC6.5
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Sitting Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,Family Room,Mud Room,Other,Attic
Interior
Hot Water Electric
Heating Radiator
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Wood,Fully Carpeted,Stone
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane
Inclusions Refrig, W/D, Curtain Rods, Smart Doorbell, Hot Tub, Shed, Built-In Shelving in Dining Room
Equipment Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Built-In Microwave,Oven/Range - Gas,Stainless Steel Appliances
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s),Porch(es)
Parking Features Garage Door Opener,Garage - Side Entry,Built In,Oversized,Inside Access
Garage Spaces 4.0
Fence Fully
Water Access N
Roof Type Pitched
Building
Lot Description Level,Front Yard,Rear Yard,SideYard(s)
Story 2
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Plaster Walls
New Construction N
Schools
High Schools Thomas Mckean
School District Red Clay Consolidated
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard