SOLD APR 14, 2026

Off market apr 2026 for $330K

$427,259

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,228/mo

•

1,775

sq ft

38 S Dickens Rd, Claymont, DE 19703

About this home

It's time for a new Owner for this charming North Wilmington Split-Level. Mostly Hardwood Floors, New carpet, Newer Roof & Mechanical Systems, Insulated Replacement Windows, an updated Full Bathroom and a rear Screened Porch are just a few of the noteworthy features of this Brick & Vinyl Claymont home. Some modest updating will be necessary, but a savvy Buyer will snap up this gem, put on their work gloves, and add their personal touch to complete the picture. Snap up this opportunity today to join the Claymont Renaissance in a Single Family Home in one of north Wilmington's most well-known neighborhoods at a mind-boggling, rarely-seen Affordable Price!

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

8,712 sq ftLot Size

$241Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by John Shields • BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville

•302-571-8855 (broker)

Bought with Nicholas Baldini • Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

•302-239-3000 (broker)

•ssedita@psre.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2098494

Redfin Estimate

$427,259

$97K since sold in April 2026$0 since September

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This home's estimate is 18.9% higher than the average sale price ($359K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$456,000
A
4 beds1.5 baths1,786 sq ft
14 Cameo Rd, Claymont, DE 19703
SOLD JUN 20, 2026
$380,000
B
4 beds1.5 baths1,775 sq ft
16 N Avon Dr, Claymont, DE 19703
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$300,000
C
4 beds1.5 baths2,218 sq ft
126 S Shelley Dr, Claymont, DE 19703
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$425,000
D
4 beds1.5 baths1,775 sq ft
715 Old Darley Rd, Claymont, DE 19703
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$295,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths2,025 sq ft
517 Darley Rd, Claymont, DE 19703
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$300,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,775 sq ft
111 Wentworth Dr, Claymont, DE 19703

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Market trends in 19703, DE

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.9%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$352K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 3PM
$375,000
3 beds1 bath1,175 sq ft
619 Delaware Ave, Claymont, DE 19703
(484) 800-1777
NEW 1 HR AGO
$195,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,100 sq ft
32 4th Ave, Claymont, DE 19703
(302) 234-1888
COMING SOON
$419,900
4 beds1.5 baths1,650 sq ft
839 Marvel Ave, Claymont, DE 19703
(302) 657-8000
$289,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,150 sq ft
3049 4th Ave, Claymont, DE 19703
(610) 520-0100
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Sale history for 38 S Dickens Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$935 (+93.5%)

$70,000 + $267,700

$337,700

2024

$483 (+10.4%)

$70,000 + $267,700

$337,700

2023

$438 (−1.3%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2022

$444 (−42.7%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2021

$774 (+115.7%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2020

$359 (−53.6%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2019

$774 (+82.4%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2018

$424 (+1.1%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2017

$419 (+0.3%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2016

$418 (+9.1%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2015

$383

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2014

$383 (+0.3%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2013

$382 (+2.5%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2012

$372

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

Tax history for 38 S Dickens Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$935 (+93.5%)

$70,000 + $267,700

$337,700

2024

$483 (+10.4%)

$70,000 + $267,700

$337,700

2023

$438 (−1.3%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2022

$444 (−42.7%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2021

$774 (+115.7%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2020

$359 (−53.6%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2019

$774 (+82.4%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2018

$424 (+1.1%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2017

$419 (+0.3%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2016

$418 (+9.1%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2015

$383

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2014

$383 (+0.3%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2013

$382 (+2.5%)

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

2012

$372

$11,800 + $46,300

$58,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

67 ft.

Lot depth

123 ft.

Lot size

8,712 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,775

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

0605800190

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Off Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Partially Carpeted
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Lower Floor

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $267,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 66.80 x 123.10
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $70,000

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,775
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $260
School Tax: $1,176
Tax Assessed Value: $164,700
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,436

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
150 Amps
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $25
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
Elementary School: CLAYMONT
Middle Or Junior School: TALLEY
High School: MOUNT PLEASANT
School District Name: BRANDYWINE
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Harvey Rd to Glenrock Dr (Radnor Green), Right on S Shelley, Left on E Dickens Rd, home on Left

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,775
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0605800190

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Other

Listing Information
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Around this home

Schools

Claymont Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

Talley Middle School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

7/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Claymont, DE • 19703

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$406,000 – $492,000

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Home values near 38 S Dickens Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
42 S Dickens Road, Claymont, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1775 Sq. Ft.	$414,027
43 S Dickens Road, Claymont, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1375 Sq. Ft.	$363,351

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 S Dickens Road, Claymont, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$293,651
41 S Dickens Road, Claymont, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$348,173

Address	Redfin Estimate
34 S Dickens Road, Claymont, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1775 Sq. Ft.	$377,733
37 S Dickens Road, Claymont, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2951 Sq. Ft.	$445,742

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