1405 W 2nd St, Wilmington, DE, 19805
About This Home
Welcome to the Westside of the City of Wilmington! Perched high above the valley below, this part of the City affords all the charm and character of yesteryear, mixed with modern renovations and updates taking place on nearly every block in the general vicinity of this home! Walking distance to places of worship, educational facilities, local shopping and night life on Union/Lincoln St., local highways, and a hop skip & jump to the Riverfront! Excessively large, three story, end of row is now ready for its next custodian. Enclosed front porch is the perfect escape after a long days work. Foyer welcomes and is flanked by formal LR with decorative brick hearth. Cozy den for reading and other busy work. Formal dining room to entertain guests and family members alike. Kitchen is on the rear, waiting for the chef in you to prepare meals. Rear door leads to back patio that is attached to your extra large grassy knoll that conveys with the property. Second level is host to three well scaled sleeping chambers with thoughtful storage elements. Rear bedroom has private balcony overlooking your extra lot. Full bathroom services this level with tub/shower combo. Third floor affords two more bedrooms with ample storage capacity. Updates include electric, hot water tank, drywall, trim, interior doors, paint, full bathroom renovation, roof work and more! If you're looking for an above average sized property in the City of Wilmington at an affordable price, this is going to be one of a few to investigate. The extra lot could be spun off as it has its own tax parcel, turned into off street parking, or possibly developed into new construction! Lots of opportunity for the aspiring home owner or investor, opportunity is knocking, make sure you answer!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Good
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat
- Construction materials: Brick,Aluminum Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Oven/Range - Gas,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bathroom1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom5
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Den
- Level: Main
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Dry Wall
- Window features: Replacement,Vinyl Clad,Wood Frames
- Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,050
Foyer
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,050
- Total interior livable area: 2,050 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 26034.10165
- Zoning: 26R-3
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: N / A
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Balcony
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Back Yard
Lot
- Lot size: 1,742 sqft
- Features: Urban
- Lot size dimensions: 17.10 x 85.00
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Delaware Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,006 | $12,072 |
| Home Insurance * | $70 | $840 |
| Property Taxes | $119 | $1,428 |
| Electricity | $251 | $3,021 |
| Total | $1,446 | $17,352 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Delaware FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-16 | Listed for sale | $225,000 |
| 2018-09-10 | Listing removed | $950 |
| 2018-08-22 | Listed for rent | $950 |
| 2014-06-24 | Listing removed | $1,000 |
| 2014-06-17 | Listed for rent | $1,000 |
| 2012-12-22 | Listing removed | $20,000 |
| 2012-11-09 | Listed for sale | $20,000 |
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