Off Market2651d on market

5 Lyells Ct

Wilmington, DE, 19808 • 19808 • New Castle County

$490,800

$237/sqft

4Beds

3Baths

2,075Sqft

0.29 acLot

1970Built

Property DNA

2 highlights

Colonial Style

Built 1970 · 56 years of history

Hardwood Floors

Quality flooring throughout

Market activity

Demand and pricing signals for this listing

3 views

People checking out this listing

2651 days on market

Established listing

$237/sqft

Price per square foot

About this home

Single Family · Built 1970

Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac and located within the Red Clay School District, every area of this home is presented in pristine condition, just move in and enjoy! The interior offers large rooms for entertaining and open layout to suit today's lifestyle, but the defining characteristics are the home's personal touches and numerous updates throughout. The updated eat-in kitchen features Medallion cabinets, granite countertops, hardwood flooring, and stainless steel appliances. Company is easily accommodated in the spacious family room which opens to the kitchen. Here you will find vaulted ceiling and brick fireplace. Sliding glass doors lead to an expansive rear deck which overlooks the private rear yard lined with trees. Upstairs, you will find four generously sized bedrooms. The owner's suite boasts two closets and private bath. A finished walk-out lower level, formal living and dining rooms and two car garage complete the exceptional value of this wonderful home. Recent updates include basement renovation in 2017, new roof in 2012, newly updated gas fireplace in 2015, new hot water heater in 2014, and new windows in 2008. This home's prime location is convenient to Pike Creek shopping centers, Hockessin, Newark and Wilmington! House is listed at appraised value!

Estimated monthly payment

Based on current rates

$3,080/month

Principal & Interest$2,418

Property Tax$491

Insurance$164

HOA$8

Down payment20% ($98,160)

3%50%

Est. 6.25% rate · 30yr fixed · $392,640 loan

Full calculator →

At a glance

Key facts and listing details

TypeSingleFamily

Year Built1970

HeatingForced air

CoolingOther

ParkingGarage - Attached

HOA$8 monthly

Lot0.29 Acres

Property

Home typeSingle Family

StyleColonial

Year built1970

Systems

HeatingForced air

CoolingOther

RoofAsphalt

Parking & Outdoor

ParkingGarage - Attached

BasementPartially finished

Lot0.29 Acres

Location & Tax

Neighborhood19808

Parcel0803140034

Bathrooms & Fees

Full baths2

HOA$8/mo

Features & details

5 categories of property features

Interior Features

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Forced air

Cooling

Other

Exterior Features

Exterior

Other

Brick

Parking

Garage - Attached

Room details

1 room detailed

Family Room

Listing insights

Market data and value estimates

StatusOff Market

Days on market2651

Est. value$490,800

Est. rent$2,747/mo

Tax rate0.68%

Price/sqft$237

Last sold$322,250

Tour days6

How are the schools in Wilmington?

3 schools rated nearby

Heritage Elementary School

Elementary • Public • K-5

1.5 mi

Stanton Middle School

Middle • Public • 6-8

2.2 mi

McKean (Thomas) High School

High • Public • 9-12

1.1 mi

Location

Wilmington, DE, 19808

Expand map

Price history

4 events

DateEventPrice$/sqftSource

Jan 5, 2019Sold$322,250$155Agent Provided

Oct 30, 2018Price Change$329,000$159Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate

Oct 8, 2018Listed For Sale$339,000$163Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate

Apr 30, 2003Sold$241,900$117Public Record

Sold$322,250

Jan 5, 2019•$155/sqft•Agent Provided

Price Change$329,000

Oct 30, 2018•$159/sqft•Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate

Listed For Sale$339,000

Oct 8, 2018•$163/sqft•Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate

Sold$241,900

Apr 30, 2003•$117/sqft•Public Record

Tax history

24 years of records

YearTax paidAssessed value

Apr 10, 2025—$457,600

Apr 10, 2024$3,406$88,900

Apr 10, 2023$3,021$88,900

Apr 10, 2022$3,037$88,900

Apr 10, 2021$3,034$88,900

Apr 10, 2020$3,035$88,900

Apr 10, 2019$3,030$88,900

Apr 10, 2017$2,947$88,900

Apr 10, 2016$2,803$88,900

Apr 10, 2015$2,803$88,900

Apr 10, 2014$2,634$88,900

Apr 10, 2013—$88,900

Apr 10, 2012—$88,900

Apr 10, 2011—$88,900

Apr 10, 2010—$88,900

Apr 10, 2009—$88,900

Apr 10, 2008—$88,900

Apr 10, 2007—$88,900

Apr 10, 2006—$88,900

Apr 10, 2005—$88,900

Apr 10, 2004—$88,900

Apr 10, 2003—$88,900

Apr 10, 2002—$88,900

Apr 10, 2001—$88,900

Nearby homes

Off Market

$397,600

4 bd2.5 ba1,775 sqft

3 Lyells Ct, Wilmington, DE

Off Market

$420,100

4 bd2.5 ba1,975 sqft

7 Lyells Ct, Wilmington, DE

Off Market

$428,600

4 bd2.5 ba2,075 sqft

2906 Jaffe Rd, Wilmington, DE

Off Market

$398,300

4 bd2.5 ba1,800 sqft

2904 Jaffe Rd, Wilmington, DE

Off Market

$446,800

4 bd3 ba2,075 sqft

2908 Jaffe Rd, Wilmington, DE

Off Market

$351,400

3 bd1.5 ba1,750 sqft

1 Lyells Ct, Wilmington, DE

Off Market

$445,800

4 bd2 ba1,950 sqft

2902 Jaffe Rd, Wilmington, DE

Off Market

$446,400

3 bd3 ba2,800 sqft

6 Lyells Ct, Wilmington, DE

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

Similar homes

For Sale

$509,000

4 bd2 ba1,904 sqft

1 Kenleigh Ct, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$439,000

4 bd3 ba2,850 sqft

19 Duvall Ct, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$525,000

4 bd3 ba2,856 sqft

2917 Mattahoon Rd, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$529,900

4 bd4 ba2,275 sqft

5425 Crestline Rd, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$494,900

4 bd4 ba2,250 sqft

3214 Addison Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$559,900

3 bd3 ba2,300 sqft

1 Tarragon Ct, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$439,900

4 bd2 ba1,875 sqft

2714 Westlock Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$425,000

3 bd3 ba2,025 sqft

4611 Griffin Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$429,900

3 bd2 ba1,705 sqft

2109 Nicholby Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$389,500

3 bd2 ba2,170 sqft

13 Paisley Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$600,000

4 bd3 ba2,200 sqft

14 Whitekirk Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

3 bd1 ba1,086 sqft

3815 Evelyn Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$489,900

4 bd3 ba1,825 sqft

19 Saint Regis Dr, Newark, DE

For Sale

$500,000

5 bd3 ba2,144 sqft

2016 Wildwood Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$595,000

4 bd3 ba2,650 sqft

152 Bunting Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$380,000

3 bd2 ba2,075 sqft

2148 Elder Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$465,000

4 bd3 ba1,875 sqft

124 Decker Dr, Newark, DE

For Sale

$379,900

4 bd2 ba2,025 sqft

2644 Longfellow Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$375,000

4 bd2 ba1,875 sqft

2623 Bardell Dr, Wilmington, DE

For Sale

$375,000

3 bd2 ba1,550 sqft

2430 Nicholby Dr, Wilmington, DE

Tour This Home

Pick a date

Preferred time

Apr 10, 2026

No obligation · Same-day confirmation · Takes 30 seconds

Need a different time? Request custom scheduling

Have a Question?

Get details on this property, the neighborhood, or the buying process.

Ask About This Property

We typically respond within a few hours

Download property brochure

Photos, details & neighborhood info in one PDF

Get brochure

Free · No sign-up required

Get pre-approved

Know your budget & strengthen your offer

Check eligibility

Value estimates

Live

Est. value$490,800

Est. rent$2,747/mo

30yr rate est.6.25%

Affordability$2,774/mo

Own a home nearby?

See what it's worth in today's market

Get estimate

Schedule Tour Ask

No obligation · Same-day response