59 IVY RD Wilmington, DE 19806 Open 10/11 12PM-2PM
UPDATED: 10/11/2026 11:45 PM ON MARKET: 2 days on market
$475,000
3 Beds3 Baths1,460 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type End of Row/Townhouse
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,460 sqft
Price per Sqft $325
Subdivision Wilm #13
MLS Listing ID DENC2112232
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Fees $790/ann
HOA Y/N Y
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,460
Year Built 1899
Available Date 2026-10-09
Annual Tax Amount $3,945
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 1,742 Sqft
Acres 0.04
Property Sub-Type End of Row/Townhouse
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Be sure to request a showing to see first-hand, this Historic Home with a European Vibe near the Delaware Art Museum!
Welcome to this truly unique late1 800s Brick End-Unit Townhouse, perfectly situated down a gentle hill just steps from the Delaware Art Museum. Tucked away in the quiet enclave known as Rockford Village, distinct with one-of-a-kind historic homes, this handsomely updated and upgraded property blends classic architectural character with an airy, European-inspired layout.
Main Level Living
Ground-Floor Oasis
Through a 15 light glass door off the main level, step down into a breathtaking ground-floor office that could easily serves as an additional bedroom or game room. This flexible space features a vaulted ceiling featuring 3 Skylights and a stunning pair of full-length casement windows that frame views of the private, brick paver patio and fenced garden.
Second-Floor Suite
Head up the open staircase to the 2nd floor—situated just above the main living & dining areas—where you will find a spacious bedroom complete with a large walk-in closet & a dedicated full bathroom with a walk-in tiled Shower and marble topped vanity.
The Upper Addition
A beautifully lit spiral staircase leads to a custom upper-level. This cozy retreat offers a quaint bedroom, its own walk-in closet, and a luxurious en-suite bath showcasing a classic, freestanding sleigh tub—perfectly capturing the home's European charm.
Parking & Neighborhood
Enjoy incredibly convenient parking options with customary street parking directly in front of the house (following a friendly neighborhood gentleman's agreement), as well as access to a convenient community parking lot nestled right behind the row of homes.
The location is superb giving easy access to the Rockwood Park & Dog Park, Alapocas Trails, the Brandywine & Greenway Trails, the Jasper Rose Garden, Wilmington Zoo, Delaware Art Museum, excellent restaurants & shops in 40 acres & Trolley Square. Philadelphia airport is a 20 to 30 minute drive. Several train stations both in Wilmington & and Claymont make traveling ever so convenient from Wilmington.
The 2nd floor En-Suite Bathroom was updated in 2014 and the Kitchen was totally remodeled in 2012 using the finest materials available & quality craftsmanship.
Other recent upgrades include the following.:
- 2021: New Pella windows installed in the dining room, master bedroom, and upstairs bedroom (Fedale)
- 2022: New Roof: Tamika Heritage Shingle (Best INC.)
- 2022: New fiberglass front door installed (Fedale)
- 2023: New wood Pella windows installed in the second-floor bath and closet (Pella)
- 2023: French drain & sump pump installed (Basement Systems Inc.)
- 2024: Front porch, stairs, and walkway repointed
- 2025: New Carrier Air conditioner installed (Burns McBride)
Be sure to see the floor plans which are available as PDF as well
Don't miss the chance to own a piece of local history with an unmatched, romantic, light-filled layout.
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