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Off Market May 2022 for $289K

$347,706

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,172/mo

•

1,300

sq ft

197 River Rd, Edgemoor, DE 19809

About this home

Showings start Friday 4/8/22. Open House 4/10/22 11 AM-3 PM. Welcome home to 197 River Road located in the quiet neighborhood of Gordon Heights. This home has been lovingly remodeled and is ready for its New Owner! Updates include a new roof (2021), new A/C, new windows, fresh paint, new flooring on the main level, and new carpet on the upper level. As you enter this wonderful home through the bright sun-room, you will notice the numerous windows that fill the spacious living/dining area with warm, natural sunlight. The new flooring on the main level combines the beauty of wood with durability. This cozy area is the perfect place to enjoy family gatherings by the fireplace. The kitchen welcomes you with its beautiful white, sleek cabinets complimented by modern stainless steel appliances and a quartz counter-top. The appliances include a refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, and microwave. Whether cooking for family or the holidays, you will feel at home in this kitchen with ample counter space and storage. As you head up the carpeted stairs to the upper level, you will find a modern-style full bathroom on the left, with white cabinetry, a combined tub, shower and plenty of lighting. Also, on the left is the primary bedroom with an additional room that can be used as an office/sitting room. On the right side of the hallway, you will find two ample-sized bedrooms with great views of the wooded backyard. The backyard is a nice size for family gatherings and outdoor grilling/barbecue. This home is located in the award-winning Brandywine School District. All offers due Monday, 4/11/22 Schedule your tour today!

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

3,920 sq ftLot Size

$267Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Kerie Grey • Empower Real Estate, LLC

•302-738-2300 (broker)

•vicki@kwempower.com (broker)

Bought with Alpha Jalloh • BHHS Fox & Roach-Christiana

•302-368-1621 (broker)

•gail.renulfi@foxroach.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2010454

Redfin Estimate

$347,706

$59K since sold in May 2022$5,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 19.8% higher than the average sale price ($290K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 30, 2025
$215,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,125 sq ft
304 Grandview Ave, Wilmington, DE 19809
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$307,500
B
3 beds1 bath1,100 sq ft
721 Edgemoor Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$220,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,250 sq ft
6 N Stuyvesant Dr, Wilmington, DE 19809
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$312,500
D
3 beds1 bath1,225 sq ft
1110 Monterey Pl, Wilmington, DE 19809
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$360,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,525 sq ft
1122 Talley Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809
SOLD DEC 5, 2025
$326,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,300 sq ft
12 N Stuyvesant Dr, Wilmington, DE 19809

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Market trends in 19809, DE

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.7%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$346K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

14d

16 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 6 HRS AGO
$235,000
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COMING SOON
$278,998
2 beds1 bath875 sq ft
9 Laurel Ave, Wilmington, DE 19809
(610) 692-2228
$524,900
4 beds3.5 baths2,550 sq ft
807 Seville Ave, Wilmington, DE 19809
(302) 477-3900
$395,000
3 beds2 baths1,700 sq ft
1401 Lore Ave, Wilmington, DE 19809
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Sale history for 197 River Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2010454

May 16, 2022

Sold

$289,000

$222/sq ft

Apr 22, 2022

Pending

—

Apr 6, 2022

Price Changed

$289,000

$222/sq ft

Apr 6, 2022

Relisted

—

Jan 16, 2022

Listing Removed

—

Dec 18, 2021

Contingent

—

Dec 9, 2021

Price Changed

$279,900

$215/sq ft

Nov 27, 2021

Listed

$289,900

$223/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 19, 2020

Sold

$105,000

$81/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC491172

Aug 19, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Aug 19, 2020

Contingent

—

Aug 19, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Aug 18, 2020

Sold

$105,000

$81/sq ft

Apr 22, 2020

Contingent

—

Mar 31, 2020

Price Changed

$120,000

$92/sq ft

Mar 17, 2020

Price Changed

$130,000

$100/sq ft

Mar 17, 2020

Relisted

—

Feb 8, 2020

Pending

—

Feb 8, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Jan 29, 2020

Relisted

—

Jan 24, 2020

Pending

—

Jan 16, 2020

Price Changed

$134,000

$103/sq ft

Jan 9, 2020

Relisted

—

Jan 3, 2020

Pending

—

Nov 21, 2019

Relisted

—

Nov 19, 2019

Pending

—

Nov 19, 2019

Listed

$135,000

$104/sq ft

+12

Investor Alert or perfect for the first time buyer! This 2 story brick home is located in Gordon Heights just minutes away from downtown and 495. This 3 bedroom 1 bath home features hardwood floors throughout, fireplace, and spacious rooms. Great opportunity for immediate equity. This home is being sold as-is and is priced accordingly. Home Inspections are for informational purposes only. Bank approved Short sale. All offers subject to a 3rd party approval.

BRIGHT MLS #1008966396

Jul 9, 2010

Listing Removed

—

Jan 15, 2010

Listed

$189,900

$146/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC306468

Nov 14, 1997

Sold

$81,900

$63/sq ft

Sep 20, 1997

Listing Removed

—

May 6, 1997

Listed

$81,900

$63/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 1, 1979

Sold

$20,000

$15/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,995 (+66.7%)

$77,400 + $259,700

$337,100

2024

$1,796 (+9.2%)

$77,400 + $259,700

$337,100

2023

$1,645 (−1.2%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2022

$1,665

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2021

$1,664 (+0.3%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2019

$1,659 (+4.3%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2018

$1,591 (+1.5%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2017

$1,567 (+0.3%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2016

$1,563 (+8.5%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2015

$1,440

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2014

$1,440 (+0.5%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2013

$1,432 (+2.3%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2012

$1,401

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

Tax history for 197 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,995 (+66.7%)

$77,400 + $259,700

$337,100

2024

$1,796 (+9.2%)

$77,400 + $259,700

$337,100

2023

$1,645 (−1.2%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2022

$1,665

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2021

$1,664 (+0.3%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2019

$1,659 (+4.3%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2018

$1,591 (+1.5%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2017

$1,567 (+0.3%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2016

$1,563 (+8.5%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2015

$1,440

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2014

$1,440 (+0.5%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2013

$1,432 (+2.3%)

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

2012

$1,401

$7,700 + $38,300

$46,000

*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

39 ft.

Lot depth

150 ft.

Lot size

3,920 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,300

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

0614600216

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
Off Street - # of Spaces: 1
Asphalt Driveway
Driveway, Off Street, On Street

Interior

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

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

Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric
Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated, Vinyl
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $38,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Gutter System

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 38.50 x 150.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $7,700

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,300
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

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

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $381
School Tax: $1,246
Tax Assessed Value: $46,000
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $1,627

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service
Baseboard - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: BRANDYWINE
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Brandywine Blvd
Directions: US-13 to Edgemoor Rd to Brandywine Blvd to River Rd
Transportation: Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,300
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0614600216

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Mount Pleasant Elementary School

Public K-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

7/10

duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

Edgemoor, DE • 19809

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.1 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

$331,000 – $400,000

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Home values near 197 River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
195 River Rd, Edgemoor, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1225 Sq. Ft.	$366,240
202 River Rd, Wilmington, DE 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$329,746

Address	Redfin Estimate
200 River Rd, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$535,888
196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2150 Sq. Ft.	$310,374

Address	Redfin Estimate
200 River Rd, Wilmington, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2275 Sq. Ft.	$448,140
116 River Rd, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2525 Sq. Ft.	$457,777

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