For Sale231d on marketHistoric · 96 yrs
101 Brighton Ave
Wilmington, DE, 19805 • 19805 • New Castle County
$240,000
$188/sqft
+$25,000 since Mar 4, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
1,275Sqft
0.11 acLot
1930Built
Property DNA
Street Views
Street
Bungalow Style
Built 1930 · 96 years of history
Brack-ex
19805
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Premium Finishes
Crown Molding
Hardwood & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is getting attention
Listed 231 days ago · 1,453 views · 62 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
62 saves
Buyers have saved this home
231 days on market
Established listing
$188/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1930 · Historic
Back on the market no fault of the seller. This is an approved short sale at $240K. Charming Fixer-Upper with Big Potential! 2 Bed | 1 Bath | with Room to Grow Calling all handy homeowners and savvy investors! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is packed with potential and waiting for your personal touch. With an open floor plan and a bonus space upstairs that could easily be converted into a third bedroom, this property offers the perfect canvas to create your dream home or next successful project. Located in an established neighborhood, this house boasts new flooring throughout the first floor, recently updated bathroom, large corner lot and just the right amount of space for comfortable living. Whether you're looking to renovate and move in, flip, or rent out, the possibilities are endless. Some TLC is needed, but with a little work, this gem could truly shine! Great location with convenient access to amenities opportunities like this don’t come often, bring your toolbox and imagination!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,569/month
Principal & Interest$1,245
Property Tax$240
Insurance$80
HOA$4
Down payment20% ($48,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $192,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1930
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
HOA$50 annually
Lot4,792 sqft
Days on Zillow231 Days
Price/sqft$188
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1930
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, On Street
BasementFull
FencingWood,Privacy
Lot4,792 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19805
ZoningNC5
Annual tax$2,435
Parcel0703810340
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
HOA$4/mo
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Attic
Ceiling Fan(s)
Crown Molding
Dry Wall
Plaster Walls
Appliances
Microwave
Refrigerator
Oven/Range - Gas
Ice Maker
ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Laundry
In Basement
Windows
Window Treatments
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
On Street
Construction
Frame
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Front Yard
Rear Yard
SideYard(s)
Views
Street
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Bedroom2
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Dining Room
Main13×10 ft130 sqft
Other
Main9×6 ft54 sqft
Kitchen
Main13×10 ft130 sqft
Living Room
Main11×11 ft121 sqft
Other
Main18×7 ft126 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market231
Est. rent$1,600/mo
Tax rate0.68%
Price/sqft$188
On marketAug 21, 2025
PostedAug 21, 2025
Last sold$250,000
MLS updatedMar 4, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,453
Favorites62
How are the schools in Wilmington?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Wilmington, DE, 19805
Price history
18 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 4, 2026Listed For Sale$240,000$188Bright MLS
Dec 8, 2025Contingent$215,000$169Bright MLS
Nov 10, 2025Price Change$215,000$169Bright MLS
Oct 17, 2025Price Change$225,000$176Bright MLS
Oct 7, 2025Price Change$239,000$187Bright MLS
Sep 29, 2025Price Change$249,000$195Bright MLS
Sep 17, 2025Price Change$259,900$204Bright MLS
Sep 3, 2025Price Change$269,900$212Bright MLS
Aug 22, 2025Listed For Sale$280,000$220Bright MLS
May 12, 2023Sold$250,000$196Bright MLS
Apr 3, 2023Pending Sale$239,900$188Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS
Apr 2, 2023Contingent$239,900$188Bright MLS
Mar 1, 2023Listed For Sale$239,900$188Bright MLS
Jun 27, 2019Listing Removed$175,000$137BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Jun 22, 2019Price Change$175,000$137BHHS Fox & Roach Hockessin-Pike Creek Home Marketing
May 25, 2019Listed For Sale$179,900$141BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Apr 6, 2017Sold$145,000$114Public Record
Feb 13, 2017Listed For Sale$68,000$53Luke Real Estate
Listed For Sale$240,000
Mar 4, 2026•$188/sqft•Bright MLS
Contingent$215,000
Dec 8, 2025•$169/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$215,000
Nov 10, 2025•$169/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$225,000
Oct 17, 2025•$176/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$239,000
Oct 7, 2025•$187/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$249,000
Sep 29, 2025•$195/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$259,900
Sep 17, 2025•$204/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$269,900
Sep 3, 2025•$212/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$280,000
Aug 22, 2025•$220/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$250,000
May 12, 2023•$196/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$239,900
Apr 3, 2023•$188/sqft•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS
Contingent$239,900
Apr 2, 2023•$188/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$239,900
Mar 1, 2023•$188/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$175,000
Jun 27, 2019•$137/sqft•BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Price Change$175,000
Jun 22, 2019•$137/sqft•BHHS Fox & Roach Hockessin-Pike Creek Home Marketing
Listed For Sale$179,900
May 25, 2019•$141/sqft•BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Sold$145,000
Apr 6, 2017•$114/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$68,000
Feb 13, 2017•$53/sqft•Luke Real Estate
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025—$272,300
Apr 10, 2024$1,147$33,700
Apr 10, 2023$1,132$33,700
Apr 10, 2022$1,139$33,700
Apr 10, 2021$1,138$33,700
Apr 10, 2020$1,141$33,700
Apr 10, 2019$1,138$33,700
Apr 10, 2017$1,104$33,700
Apr 10, 2016$1,054$33,700
Apr 10, 2015$1,054$33,700
Apr 10, 2014$989$33,700
Apr 10, 2013—$33,700
Apr 10, 2012—$33,700
Apr 10, 2011—$33,700
Apr 10, 2010—$33,700
Apr 10, 2009—$33,700
Apr 10, 2008—$33,700
Apr 10, 2007—$33,700
Apr 10, 2006—$33,700
Apr 10, 2005—$33,700
Apr 10, 2004—$33,700
Apr 10, 2003—$33,700
Apr 10, 2002—$33,700
Apr 10, 2001—$33,700
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Wilmington, DE • New Castle County
Nearby neighborhoods
9th Ward AreaEdgemoorHedgevilleHilltopLittle ItalyPrice's RunSoutheast 9th WardThe HighlandsTrolley SquareWest Hill
Nearby cities
BearClaymontClaytonHockessinMiddletownNew CastleNewarkSmyrna
Nearby zip codes
19801198021980319804198051980619808198091981019889
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