5826 Kennett Pike
Wilmington, DE 19807
$2,500,000
Price
6
Beds
4
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
4,850 Sq. Ft.
$515 / Sq. Ft.
4,850
Sq. Ft.
$515
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By Compass
Active Under Contract
Listed By Compass
Active Under Contract
Description
Welcome to one of the most impressive historic homes in the Brandywine Area, rich with history and elegance. The Marquis de Lafayette experienced his first action at the Battle of the Brandywine on September 11, 1777, where he showed extreme courage under fire in leading an orderly retreat. Unfortunately, he was shot through the calf during the battle. After he recovered, Lafayette was given command of a division of troops. Legend has it that Doctor Chandler was the only surgeon available within...Welcome to one of the most impressive historic homes in the Brandywine Area, rich with history and elegance. The Marquis de Lafayette experienced his first action at the Battle of the Brandywine on September 11, 1777, where he showed extreme courage under fire in leading an orderly retreat. Unfortunately, he was shot through the calf during the battle. After he recovered, Lafayette was given command of a division of troops. Legend has it that Doctor Chandler was the only surgeon available within miles, and he operated on the Marquis at the Chandler House. During the Marquis's convalescence, General Washington visited him multiple times. Situated in the charming village of Centreville, a unique country estate on over three acres of mature landscaping awaits.
Specimen trees planted by Evelina DuPont lace the property, and tucked within, one finds a refreshing swimming pool with an entertainment area framed with wisteria climbing across a 300-year-old foundation. This 18th-century stone house stimulates the senses with attention to detail around every corner. The home's grand staircase is flanked by sitting rooms, each with a fireplace. Seven working fireplaces, handsome paneling with built-ins including china cupboards, Rich hardwood floors, and plaster walls have been restored beautifully. The brightly lit gracious kitchen has room for a full table, updated stainless appliances, and a French door that accesses the terrace - perfect for a morning breakfast. The adjacent butler's pantry is the ideal place to start the party before heading into the elegant dining room with a fireplace and a secret door that once led to the Underground Railroad hideaway below. The sunroom was once a screened porch that the current owners expanded and transformed into a spectacular great room following the historic detail of the home. The great room has a fireplace that was once in the landmark Shipley House (the other two are at Winterthur), and this is a large room for celebrating and entertaining...President Lyndon Johnson was here for such an occasion. The stone wall at the entrance is original to the house that dates back to the 1720s.
Up the stairs is a large main suite with loads of built-in closets and storage, a laundry room, and an additional guest suite that would be perfect for an au pair as it has access to the lower level via the second stairway. Two other bedrooms, each with a fireplace and bath, complete the second floor. The third floor is a magical hideaway for the young heart - two bedrooms, a full bath, loads of storage, and access to the third-floor attic, which could be transformed into additional living space. The lower level has a wine cellar with historical roots to the Underground Railroad - the door to which is over 300 years old. There is a powder room, workroom, Bilco door for easy access, updated HVAC and water filtration systems, and a tunnel rumored to be part of the Underground Railroad. Outside is a carriage house with enough space for two cars and work equipment. The upstairs could be converted to additional living space. The roofs on the home have been replaced, including tiles, standing seam metal, and slate.
There are cedar roofs on outbuildings and stone walls with electric gates to ensure privacy, and it is truly a unique property. Located close to nearby Brandywine area attractions such as Winterthur and Longwood Gardens and walkable to the Village of Centreville, this home is a dream home come true that is rarely available. Easy air or rail access to Philadelphia, New York, and Washington. NOTE: The square footage on Public Records does not reflect the sunroom expansion. There are four heating zones - main, upstairs, and 2 in the sunroom. There are two working wells on the property - one supplies the house, and one supplies the pool - each pump has been replaced.
Specimen trees planted by Evelina DuPont lace the property, and tucked within, one finds a refreshing swimming pool with an entertainment area framed with wisteria climbing across a 300-year-old foundation. This 18th-century stone house stimulates the senses with attention to detail around every corner. The home's grand staircase is flanked by sitting rooms, each with a fireplace. Seven working fireplaces, handsome paneling with built-ins including china cupboards, Rich hardwood floors, and plaster walls have been restored beautifully. The brightly lit gracious kitchen has room for a full table, updated stainless appliances, and a French door that accesses the terrace - perfect for a morning breakfast. The adjacent butler's pantry is the ideal place to start the party before heading into the elegant dining room with a fireplace and a secret door that once led to the Underground Railroad hideaway below. The sunroom was once a screened porch that the current owners expanded and transformed into a spectacular great room following the historic detail of the home. The great room has a fireplace that was once in the landmark Shipley House (the other two are at Winterthur), and this is a large room for celebrating and entertaining...President Lyndon Johnson was here for such an occasion. The stone wall at the entrance is original to the house that dates back to the 1720s.
Up the stairs is a large main suite with loads of built-in closets and storage, a laundry room, and an additional guest suite that would be perfect for an au pair as it has access to the lower level via the second stairway. Two other bedrooms, each with a fireplace and bath, complete the second floor. The third floor is a magical hideaway for the young heart - two bedrooms, a full bath, loads of storage, and access to the third-floor attic, which could be transformed into additional living space. The lower level has a wine cellar with historical roots to the Underground Railroad - the door to which is over 300 years old. There is a powder room, workroom, Bilco door for easy access, updated HVAC and water filtration systems, and a tunnel rumored to be part of the Underground Railroad. Outside is a carriage house with enough space for two cars and work equipment. The upstairs could be converted to additional living space. The roofs on the home have been replaced, including tiles, standing seam metal, and slate.
There are cedar roofs on outbuildings and stone walls with electric gates to ensure privacy, and it is truly a unique property. Located close to nearby Brandywine area attractions such as Winterthur and Longwood Gardens and walkable to the Village of Centreville, this home is a dream home come true that is rarely available. Easy air or rail access to Philadelphia, New York, and Washington. NOTE: The square footage on Public Records does not reflect the sunroom expansion. There are four heating zones - main, upstairs, and 2 in the sunroom. There are two working wells on the property - one supplies the house, and one supplies the pool - each pump has been replaced.
Listing Agents
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Property Details for 5826 Kennett Pike
Tax ID Number
07-007.00-005
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleColonial
Levels/Stories3
WaterfrontNo
LISTING UPDATED: 10/21/2024 02:23 PM
Property Details for 5826 Kennett Pike
| Status | Active Under Contract |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DENC2063536 |
| Days on Market | 123 |
| Taxes | $10,373 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1808 |
| Lot Size | 3.21 AC / 139,828 SF |
| County | New Castle County |
Building Information for 5826 Kennett Pike
Stories3Year Built1808Building Size-Lot Size3.21 AC / 139,828 SF
Property Information for 5826 Kennett Pike
Location
Location
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
- School District County ID: 300200396545
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: NEW CASTLE
- MLS Area: Hockssn/Greenvl/Centrvl (30902)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2022
- Tax Assessed Value: $314,500
- Year Assessed: 2022
- County Tax: $2,599
- Improvement Assessed Value: $214,200
- City Town Tax: $0
- Land Assessed Value: $100,300
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Zoning: NC40
- Tax Lot: 005
- School Tax: $7,774
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 6
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 4
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Upper Level 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 4,850.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 4,850.00
- Total SQFT: 4,850.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
- Basement Type: Workshop, Full, Outside Entrance
- Foundation Details: Stone
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 4
- # Bathrooms Half: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 350.00 x 406.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 2249599
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
- Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Garage Spaces: 3
- Garage Features: Additional Storage Area
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 7
- Accessibility Features: None
- Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Pool: Yes - Personal
- Personal Pool Features: In Ground
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Heat Pump(s), Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Well
- Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS
Property History for 5826 Kennett Pike
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 5826 Kennett Pike
Taxable ValueLand$100,300Additions$214,200Total$314,500
Tax Record2024$11,620 ($968 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt4,850 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,850 SqFtStories2Lot Size139,828 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1808Year Renovated1978ZoningNC40CountyNEW CASTLEAPN07-007.00-005Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 5826 Kennett Pike
This home is within Red Clay Consolidated School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brandywine Springs School PublicK to 8 | ||
duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
duPont (Alexis I.) High School Public9 to 12 | ||
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary PublicK to 5 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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