Sold583d on market

5 Sparrow Ct

Wilmington, DE, 19808 • 19808 • New Castle County

$550,000

$229/sqft

4Beds

3Baths

2,400Sqft

0.25 acLot

1985Built

Property DNA

5 highlights

Contemporary Style

Built 1985 · 41 years of history

Limestone Hills

19808

1 Fireplace

Cozy heat source

Special Features

Above Grade · Below Grade

2-Car Garage

Built In · Attached

This home is in high demand

Listed 583 days ago · 4 views · Top 3% likely to sell soon

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Market activity

Demand and pricing signals for this listing

4 views

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583 days on market

Established listing

$229/sqft

Price per square foot

Selling Soon Prediction

Very High

This home ranks in the top 3% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.

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About this home

Single Family · Built 1985

Welcome to 5 Sparrow Court. Perfectly situated on a cul-de-sac lot in one of the area's most sought after communities of Limestone Hills is this 4 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath Two-Story ready for a new owner. As soon as you step through the front door into the large foyer you will notice the updated luxury vinyl plank flooring that flows throughout the first floor. Adjacent to the foyer is a spacious living room appointed with a cozy electric fireplace and is open to the Dining Room --great layout for entertaining! The bright and open kitchen has stainless steel Refrigerator and Dishwasher(Bosch), a stylish center island, abundant cabinetry, large pantry, updated lighting and an eating/dining area brightened by a triple window. The family room with its vaulted ceiling is open to the kitchen and is accented by a stunning brick floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace with lots of natural light from the skylights and triple glass slider that leads to the expansive deck and well landscaped fenced back yard. To complete the first floor is the Laundry Room with extra cabinetry, access to the 2 car garage and a Powder Room. Upper Level Primary Bedroom has its own full bath and walk in closet. There are 3 other sizable bedrooms , a full bath and a lot of storage to complete the Second Level. Other notable features and updates are the new driveway (2021), exterior wood wrapped for low maintenance, all electric outlets and switches have been updated and windows renewed with new mechanisms. Come and see why Limestone Hills is consistently voted one of the best places to live. Something for everyone with walking trails, playgrounds and open spaces. Located close to shopping, restaurants, medical centers and easy access to employment areas. Showings begin at the Open House Saturday July 13 12-2 and Sunday July 14 12-2

Standout features identified

Our analysis highlights new driveway, expansive deck, and cozy electric fireplace as key attractions of this home.

Estimated monthly payment

Based on current rates

$3,466/month

Principal & Interest$2,709

Property Tax$550

Insurance$183

HOA$24

Down payment20% ($110,000)

3%50%

Est. 6.25% rate · 30yr fixed · $440,000 loan

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At a glance

Key facts and listing details

TypeSingle Family Residence

Year Built1985

HeatingHeat Pump, Electric

CoolingCentral Air, Electric

Parking2 Attached Garage spaces

HOA$288 annually

Lot0.25 Acres

Property

Home typeSingle Family

Sub-typeSingle Family Residence

StyleContemporary

Year built1985

Stories2

Systems

HeatingHeat Pump, Electric

CoolingCentral Air, Electric

ConstructionAluminum Siding, Brick Front

Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer

Parking & Outdoor

ParkingBuilt In, Attached

Garage2 spaces

BasementCombination,Crawl Space,Full

Fireplaces1

Lot0.25 Acres

Location & Tax

Neighborhood19808

ZoningNCPUD

Annual tax$3,952

Parcel0802530123

Bathrooms & Fees

Full baths2

HOA$24/mo

Features & details

10 categories of property features

Interior Features

Appliances

Electric Water Heater

Heating

Heat Pump

Electric

Cooling

Central Air

Electric

Laundry

Laundry Room

Accessibility

None

Exterior Features

Exterior

Street Lights

Parking

Built In

Attached

Construction

Aluminum Siding

Brick Front

Pool Features

None

Other Structures

Above Grade

Below Grade

Room details

9 rooms detailed

Primary Bedroom

Upper

15×13 ft195 sqft

Attached BathroomWalk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom2

Upper

13×13 ft169 sqft

Bedroom3

Upper

16×13 ft208 sqft

Bedroom4

Upper

20×10 ft200 sqft

Walk-In Closet(s)

Dining Room

Main

13×13 ft169 sqft

Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank

Family Room

Main

20×13 ft260 sqft

Fireplace - Wood BurningFlooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank

Listing insights

Market data and value estimates

StatusSold

Days on market583

Est. value$526,100

Est. rent$2,860/mo

Tax rate0.68%

Price/sqft$229

On marketJul 13, 2024

PostedJul 13, 2024

Last sold$550,000

MLS updatedApr 3, 2025

Tour days6

How are the schools in Wilmington?

3 schools rated nearby

Linden Hill Elementary School

Elementary • Public • K-5

1.4 mi

Skyline Middle School

Middle • Public • 6-8

2.0 mi

McKean (Thomas) High School

High • Public • 9-12

1.5 mi

Location

Wilmington, DE, 19808

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Price history

3 events

DateEventPrice$/sqftSource

Sep 3, 2024Sold$550,000$229Bright MLS

Jul 17, 2024Pending Sale$550,000$229Bright MLS

Jul 13, 2024Listed For Sale$550,000$229Bright MLS

Sold$550,000

Sep 3, 2024•$229/sqft•Bright MLS

Pending Sale$550,000

Jul 17, 2024•$229/sqft•Bright MLS

Listed For Sale$550,000

Jul 13, 2024•$229/sqft•Bright MLS

Tax history

24 years of records

YearTax paidAssessed value

Apr 10, 2025—$592,000

Apr 10, 2024$4,456$116,300

Apr 10, 2023$3,951$116,300

Apr 10, 2022$3,973$116,300

Apr 10, 2021$3,969$116,300

Apr 10, 2020$3,970$116,300

Apr 10, 2019$3,964$116,300

Apr 10, 2017$3,855$116,300

Apr 10, 2016$3,666$116,300

Apr 10, 2015$3,666$116,300

Apr 10, 2014$3,446$116,300

Apr 10, 2013—$116,300

Apr 10, 2012—$116,300

Apr 10, 2011—$116,300

Apr 10, 2010—$116,300

Apr 10, 2009—$116,300

Apr 10, 2008—$116,300

Apr 10, 2007—$116,300

Apr 10, 2006—$116,300

Apr 10, 2005—$116,300

Apr 10, 2004—$116,300

Apr 10, 2003—$116,300

Apr 10, 2002—$116,300

Apr 10, 2001—$116,300

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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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Est. value$526,100

Est. rent$2,860/mo

30yr rate est.6.25%

Affordability$3,154/mo

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