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$415,000
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1208 SHALLCROSS AVENUE
WILMINGTON, DE 19806

For Sale|Townhouse|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
1
Partial Bath
1,275
SqFt
$325
/SqFt
1920
Built
Subdivision:
TROLLEY SQUARE
County:
NEW CASTLE
Listing courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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Welcome to 1208 Shallcross Avenue, a beautifully maintained home in the heart of Wilmington's sought-after Trolley Square neighborhood. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a detached one-car garage, this freshly painted home is rich in character and architectural detail, seamlessly blending timeless appeal with modern conveniences. Beautiful hardwood floors, original millwork, high ceilings, and thoughtfully designed living spaces create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. An enclosed front porch welcomes you into the home, providing a wonderful space to relax or entertain. The spacious living room features a gas fireplace, while the formal dining room showcases beautiful original millwork and plenty of room for gatherings. The kitchen offers granite countertops, gas cooking, a new refrigerator and dishwasher, recessed lighting, and a convenient breakfast bar. A delightful powder room completes the main level. Upstairs, a generously sized landing leads to three bedrooms, each with a ceiling fan. An additional enclosed porch off one of the bedrooms offers versatile space with endless possibilities, whether used as a home office, reading nook, or sitting area. The updated full bathroom features a tub/shower combination, modern fixtures, tile flooring, and additional storage. Outside, the fenced-in brick patio provides a private setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. A detached one-car garage is an added bonus for city living. The unfinished basement, accessible from both a front-facing exterior door and rear Bilco doors, offers laundry facilities and ample storage space. Notable improvements include recent professional interior painting (2026), a new refrigerator and dishwasher (2026), a new boiler and smart thermostat (2024), central air conditioning (2019), and a new main roof (2018). Ideally located just moments from the restaurants, shops, and parks that make Trolley Square such a desirable place to call home, this property also offers convenient access to downtown Wilmington, I-95, the Wilmington Amtrak station, Philadelphia International Airport, and the surrounding Brandywine Valley. Its central location provides excellent commuting options to Philadelphia, Baltimore, New York City, and Washington, D.C. With its beautiful architectural details, comfortable living spaces, and exceptional location, 1208 Shallcross Avenue offers the best of Trolley Square living.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$415,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,275 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.03 Acres
Year Built 
1920
MLS Number 
DENC2114236
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$4,909
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
8 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS
8 hours agoStatus changed to Active
19 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.03
Foundation 
Other
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Levels 
Two
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerOn StreetGarageDetached
Parking Spaces 
1
Property Sub Type 
Townhouse
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
1275
SqFt Total 
1875
Style 
Traditional
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
26R-3
Interior Features
Appliances 
OvenGas Water HeaterCooktopDishwasherDisposalRange HoodRefrigeratorWasherDryerWater Heater
Basement 
Exterior EntryUnfinishedInterior Entry
Cooling 
Central AirCeiling Fan(s)Other
Electric 
200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Gas
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
WoodHardwoodCeramic TileOther
Heating 
Natural GasOtherForced Air
Interior 
Ceiling Fan(s)OtherCrown MoldingOpen Floorplan
Laundry Features 
In Basement
Bedroom 2 
Features - Ceiling Fan(s)
Bedroom 3 
Features - Ceiling Fan(s)
Dining Room 
Level - Main
Full Bath 
Half Bath 
Level - Main
Kitchen 
Level - Main
Living Room 
Level - Main
Primary Bedroom 
Features - Ceiling Fan(s)
Sitting Room 
Sun/Florida Room 
Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Exterior 
Other
Fencing 
Wood
Patio And Porch 
PatioPorch
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 Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.



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