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718 Princeton Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19807

5beds
5baths
4,129sqft
$895,000
$217price/sqft
$5,881/moest. monthly cost
$235,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 718 Princeton Road, a classic colonial estate awaiting its next chapter on a premium corner lot in the highly desired Westover Hills neighborhood. This expansive 5-bedroom home retains its original architectural integrity and authentic vintage charm. Beautiful hardwood flooring flows seamlessly throughout the residence main and upper level, serving as a stunning foundation for your personal touches. The home's layout features 2 full baths and 3 half baths, all preserving their character-rich vintage styling. While the home is ready for your personal design ideas—including a kitchen that is ready for a custom remodel to match your taste—the property has been cared for. All major systems have been routinely maintained by licensed contractors, and peace of mind is assured with a brand-new HVAC system installed in 2025.Additional living space awaits in the partially finished basement, offering excellent potential for a recreation room, home gym, or private den. Don't miss this rare opportunity to bring your vision to a stately home on a prominent corner lot in Wilmington's premier neighborhood. Open House scheduled for August 23, 2026. Home is being sold as-is.

Getting Around

28
WalkingCar-Dependent
30
TransitSome Transit
28
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
4/10

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Good
  • Year built: 1957

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Block,Blown-In Insulation,Brick,Stick Built,Other

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Cooktop,Dishwasher,Dryer,Ice Maker,Double Oven,Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Heater,Gas Water Heater,Electric Water Heater
  • Laundry features: In Basement

Basement

  • Area: 1429

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partially Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Block Walls,Dry Wall
  • Flooring: Concrete,Hardwood,Tile/Brick,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 953
  • Finished area above ground: 3,176

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,082
  • Total interior livable area: 4,129 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance

Details

  • Parcel number: 0703310011
  • Zoning: NC15
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Exclusions: All Personal Property Unless Negotiated Separately

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Patio,Screened
  • Exterior features: Lighting,Flood Lights,Sidewalks,Street Lights

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.46 Acres
  • Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 152.7 x 131.2

Parking

  • Total spaces: 7
  • Parking features: Garage Faces Side,Attached,Driveway,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 5

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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Tsunami

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $4,525$54,300
Home Insurance *$363$4,356
Property Taxes $537$6,444
Electricity $456$5,479
Total$5,881$70,572
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$201,634/yr
40% on housing$176,430/yr
45% on housing$156,826/yr

Delaware FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,170Commercial: 57
Total Premiums$607,000
Total Exposure$249.53M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.0%
7.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.7%
8.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.8%
-0.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$217This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19807$339
New Castle County$172

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19807$283
New Castle County$218

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

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AgentCathy Matthews
BrokeragePatterson-Schwartz-Middletown

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