939 East 17th Street

Wilmington, DE 19802

$71,000
Price
2
Beds
1,025 Sq. Ft.
$69 / Sq. Ft.
1,025
Sq. Ft.
$69
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 939 E 17th St, bring your vision and creativity to this property full of potential! This home is ready for a complete transformation and offers a fantastic opportunity for investors, flippers, or those looking to customize their dream space. This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom, separate living room, dining room, kitchen, large back yard. This property has the bones to become something extraordinary. Located in walking distance to Downtown Wilmington, Teen Warehouse, Brown-Boys & Girls Club, Wilmington...Welcome to 939 E 17th St, bring your vision and creativity to this property full of potential! This home is ready for a complete transformation and offers a fantastic opportunity for investors, flippers, or those looking to customize their dream space. This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom, separate living room, dining room, kitchen, large back yard. This property has the bones to become something extraordinary. Located in walking distance to Downtown Wilmington, Teen Warehouse, Brown-Boys & Girls Club, Wilmington Job Corps Center, Howard High School, Brandywine Park and medical facilities. Be a part of the revitalization of the Northside of Wilmington., this is your chance to create value in a prime location. Don't miss this rare opportunity to turn this diamond in the rough into a stunning gem! This charming townhouse in the heart of Wilmington, DE. Built in 1900, this historic home offers a perfect blend of character and modern amenities. With 1 bathroom and 1,025 sq.ft. of finished living space, this property is ideal for anyone looking for a cozy place to call home. The exterior of the home features a classic brick facade and a quaint front porch, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or watching the world go by. The lot size is 1,307 sq.ft., providing just enough outdoor space for a small garden or patio area. The kitchen is a shell. The bathroom is waiting for your personal touch. The neutral color palette throughout the home provides a blank canvas for you to add your personal touch and make this space your own. Additional features of the home include a basement for extra storage, a fenced backyard for privacy, and off-street parking for added convenience. The location is unbeatable, with easy access to local shops, restaurants, parks, and public transportation. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment property, 939 E 17th St has something to offer everyone. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Wilmington history - schedule a showing today!
  1. Listed by Lee F. Wolff • FSBO Broker
    P: (717)-461-7201 lwolff.selections@gmail.com

Property Details for 939 East 17th Street

Tax ID Number
26-029.40-302
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 02/27/2025 03:25 PM

Property Details for 939 East 17th Street

StatusPending
MLS #DENC2075042
Days on Market24
Taxes$821 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,307 SF
CountyNew Castle County

Building Information for 939 East 17th Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1900Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,307 SF

Property Information for 939 East 17th Street

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: BRANDYWINE
  • School District County ID: 300200396892
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • MLS Area: Wilmington (30906)
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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $15,900
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $40
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $13,700
  • City Town Tax: $341
  • Land Assessed Value: $2,200
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: 26R-3
  • Tax Lot: 302
  • School Tax: $440
  • School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Full Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Lighting - Ceiling
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Lighting - Ceiling
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Lighting - Ceiling
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,025.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 15.70 x 85.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Road Responsibility: City/County
  • Parcel ID: 2406959
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector
  • Laundry Type: Hookup, Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Gutter System
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Brick, Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV, Phone
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 120/240V
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Lancaster County Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.HeroesRealEstate.com

Property History for 939 East 17th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 939 East 17th Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,200Additions$13,700Total$15,900
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,025 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,025 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,307 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1980Zoning26R-3CountyNEW CASTLEAPN26-029.40-302

Schools near 939 East 17th Street

This home is within Brandywine School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 10 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lombardy Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Springer Middle School
Public6 to 8

Brandywine High School
Public9 to 12

Brandywine SITE
Public10 to 12

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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