331 Spalding Road, Wilmington, DE 19803-2421 $525,000

Beds/Baths: 3/2
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,900
Acreage: 0.26
Age:61 years
Style:
Ranch/Rambler
MLS#: DENC2090678
Subdivision: Fairfax
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to 331 Spalding Rd, Wilmington, DE, a delightful and well-cared-for single-family rancher nestled in the sought-after Sharpley/Fairfax area. This classic brick home exudes curb appeal and delivers comfortable one floor living on a generous sized lot. This home has been beautifully maintained and showcases pride of ownership, having been lovingly cared for by the same family since it was built. Many details reflect thoughtful upkeep and genuine care for the home’s character. The original charm shines through with rich hardwood floors throughout, original classic finishes, and a classic rancher layout that has been preserved and gently updated over the years. The large living room welcomes you with natural light and an open feel. The formal dining room provides a refined setting and plenty of space for quick dinners or larger celebrations. The generous sized kitchen is thoughtfully designed for both functionality and space. It features ample cabinetry and counter space, with practical finishes that blend seamlessly with the home’s original character. There is also a very inviting den filled with natural light with a fireplace and a large screened in porch leading to the backyard. The main level also features three spacious and well-appointed bedrooms, each offering generous closet space. The home includes two full baths, balancing convenience and privacy. Outside, the expansive backyard is a private haven, perfect for the new owners to transform into their own space— The brick exterior ensures low maintenance, and with convince of an attached garage, you’ll enjoy both style and practicality. This home is just minutes from local conveniences, parks, shopping, dining, and major commuting routes. Located in the regarded Brandywine School District, this property offers not only a warm and welcoming place to call home but also a wonderful community setting. 331 Spalding Rd offers a rare opportunity to call this community home. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!

Taxes: $4,555
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: $120/Annually
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Brandywine
Elem. School: Lombardy Mid. School: Springer High School: Brandywine

Features

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Natural Gas, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, No Septic System, 150 Amps, Circuit Breakers

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Attached Garage Spaces #: 1;

Interior
Partially Finished Basement

Exterior
Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Brick Exterior

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Public Elementary (26 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Lombardy Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 1.49 mi
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Brandywine School District Preschool Wilmington 2.27 mi
Hanby Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 2.27 mi
Johnson (Joseph E. Junior) Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 2.54 mi
Warner Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District 3–5 Wilmington 2.76 mi
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School Brandywine School District Preschool–5 Wilmington 2.82 mi
Forwood Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 2.85 mi
Carrcroft Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 3 mi
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy Red Clay Consolidated School District K–2 Wilmington 3.22 mi
First State School Red Clay Consolidated School District 1–10 Wilmington 3.24 mi
Lewis (William C.) Dual Language Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 3.35 mi
Odyssey Charter School Odyssey Charter School K–12 Wilmington 3.47 mi
Kuumba Academy Charter School Kuumba Academy Charter School K–8 Wilmington 3.6 mi
Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School K–8 Wilmington 3.66 mi
East Side Charter School East Side Charter School K–8 Wilmington 3.69 mi
First State Montessori Academy First State Montessori Academy K–8 Wilmington 3.72 mi
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 3.75 mi
Lancashire Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 3.76 mi
Stubbs Early Education Center Christina School District Preschool–K Wilmington 3.81 mi
The Bayard School Christina School District 1–8 Wilmington 3.84 mi
The Bancroft School Christina School District 1–9 Wilmington 4.01 mi
Douglass School Christina School District 1–12 Wilmington 4.31 mi
Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.38 mi
Maple Lane Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Claymont 4.53 mi
Bethel Springs Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–5 Garnet Valley 4.96 mi
Claymont Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Claymont 4.97 mi

Public Middle (9 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Springer Middle School Brandywine School District 6–8 Wilmington 1.19 mi
duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Greenville 2.52 mi
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School Brandywine School District 6–8 Wilmington 2.66 mi
First State School Red Clay Consolidated School District 1–10 Wilmington 3.24 mi
Odyssey Charter School Odyssey Charter School K–12 Wilmington 3.47 mi
The Bancroft School Christina School District 1–9 Wilmington 4.01 mi
Douglass School Christina School District 1–12 Wilmington 4.31 mi
Talley Middle School Brandywine School District 6–8 Wilmington 4.83 mi
Gateway Charter School Gateway Charter School 3–8 Wilmington 4.96 mi

Public High (13 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Brandywine High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 1.91 mi
duPont (Alexis I.) High School Red Clay Consolidated School District 9–12 Wilmington 2.72 mi
Concord High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 2.81 mi
First State School Red Clay Consolidated School District 1–10 Wilmington 3.24 mi
Mount Pleasant High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 3.29 mi
Freire Charter School Freire Charter School Wilmington 8–12 Wilmington 3.36 mi
Charter School of Wilmington Charter School of Wilmington 9–12 Wilmington 3.46 mi
Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 3.46 mi
Odyssey Charter School Odyssey Charter School K–12 Wilmington 3.47 mi
Great Oaks Charter School Great Oaks Charter School 8–12 Wilmington 3.6 mi
Howard High School of Technology New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District 9–12 Wilmington 3.72 mi
The Bancroft School Christina School District 1–9 Wilmington 4.01 mi
Douglass School Christina School District 1–12 Wilmington 4.31 mi

Private (37 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Mary Magdalen School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 0.5 mi
Brandywine Valley Christian Presch Baptist Preschool–K Wilmington 0.63 mi
Montessori Learning Centre Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 0.67 mi
Albert Einstein Academy Jewish K–5 Wilmington 0.91 mi
Concord Preschool And Childcare Presbyterian Preschool–K Wilmington 1.37 mi
The Pilot School Nonsectarian Ungraded Wilmington 1.45 mi
Astra Zeneca Child Development Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 1.45 mi
Wilmington Friends School Friends Preschool–12 Wilmington 1.99 mi
Immaculate Heart Of Mary Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 2.29 mi
Augustine Hills School Nonsectarian 4–11 Wilmington 2.46 mi
St Ann School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 2.49 mi
Tower Hill School Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Wilmington 2.52 mi
Salesianum School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 2.54 mi
Children's House Montessori Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 2.59 mi
Faith Preschool & Child Care Presbyterian Preschool–K Wilmington 2.87 mi
Program For Rigor And Innovation In Education Nonsectarian 6–8 Wilmington 2.95 mi
Sharon Temple Adventist School Seventh-Day Adventist K–8 Wilmington 3.04 mi
Ursuline Academy Lower Roman Catholic K–5 Wilmington 3.15 mi
St Anthony Of Padua Grade School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 3.15 mi
Maranatha Christian Academy Brethren K–6 Wilmington 3.16 mi
Padua Academy Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 3.24 mi
Urban Promise Academy Nonsectarian 7–11 Wilmington 3.57 mi
Serviam Girls Academy Roman Catholic 5–8 Wilmington 3.58 mi
High Road School Of Delaware Nonsectarian 3–12 Wilmington 3.6 mi
Urban Promise School Other Preschool–6 Wilmington 3.63 mi
St Edmond's Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 3.64 mi
The Tatnall School Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Wilmington 3.74 mi
St Peter Cathedral School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 3.81 mi
Nativity Preparatory School Of Wilmington Roman Catholic 5–8 Wilmington 3.85 mi
Wilmington Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Wilmington 3.87 mi
St Michaels School & Nursery Inc Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 3.93 mi
Darul Amaanah Academy Islamic K–8 Wilmington 3.98 mi
Concord Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–12 Wilmington 4.14 mi
Centerville Layton School Nonsectarian K–12 Wilmington 4.21 mi
St Elizabeth School Roman Catholic Preschool–12 Wilmington 4.23 mi
All Saints Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 4.52 mi
St Cornelius School Roman Catholic Preschool–K Chadds Ford 4.65 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Wilmington (19803), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 22
  • Average salary of people in this community: $81,783

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,734
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.50
  • Households w/ Children: 55%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 7,386 (83.0%)
  • Rented: 1,156 (13.0%)
  • Vacant: 356 (4.0%)
  • Total: 8,898

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: 21,867
Households: 8,542
Median Age: 47.50

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.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.4%
  • Some High School: 2.2%
  • High School Graduate: 18.7%
  • Some College: 12.9%
  • Associate Degree: 5.5%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 32.3%
  • Graduate Degree: 27.0%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $107,096

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: $855
  • One Bedroom: $1,286
  • Two Bedroom: $1,420
  • Three Bedroom: $1,532
  • Four Bedroom: $2,286

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Listing Courtesy of: KW Greater West Chester , (610) 436-6500, johnpatrick@kw.com

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331 Spalding Road, Wilmington, DE 19803-2421

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