If you're looking for privacy and enjoy the tranquility of a wooded lot, then this is the home for you! 1 Lighthouse Rd is located at the very end of a lovely street in North Wilmington without any thru-traffic. This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath colonial home offers endless possibilities depending on your needs. You will be immediately charmed as you enter a secluded winding driveway and your sunken courtyard comes into view. The front porch of the home is constructed of maintenance free material. Once inside, you are greeted by a two-story foyer with marble flooring and a center hall staircase. The living room is to your left. The formal dining room is to your right. Both rooms are beautifully augmented with crown molding. The dining room has additional detail along the lower half of the walls. The living room opens to a large family room with a gas burning fireplace and triple door entry to the rear deck. The kitchen is large with plenty of counterspace. Here you will find granite counters, tile backsplash, counter seating for four and sliding doors to the deck. There are hardwood floors throughout the majority of the main floor. Don't miss the half bath and main floor laundry! There are four bedrooms on the second-level. French doors lead to the primary bedroom as well as primary bath. The ensuite bathroom includes double vanities, linen closet, soaking tub, separate walk-in shower and a cathedral ceiling with skylight. You will find direct access to the second bedroom from the primary. .. . A perfect place for a nursery or office. There is also access to the second story deck from bedrooms 2 and 3. All bedrooms are light and bright and offer plenty of closet space. There are six panel interior doors throughout. The lower level is completely finished with an expansive recreation room, 5th bedroom and another full bath. Double sliding doors lead to a large sunken patio on the side of the home. There are several outdoor living spaces that include the sunken courtyard, side patio and front porch. Or, you can live among the tree tops on the lower and upper rear decks. 1 lighthouse Rd is convenient to I-95, 1-495 and all amenities. Don't miss the opportunity to own this beautiful home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$146Price/Sq.Ft.
$4/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tony Klemanski• BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville
Privacy, privacy, privacy!! Nestled at the bottom of a no outlet street and surrounded by mature landscaping on a nearly . 5 acre lot, this lovely 5 BR, 3.1 BA home with 2 car detached garage will provide you with the utmost in serenity and tranquility. At the same time, it's also extra convenient for commuters with close proximity to I-95, shopping, schools, public transportation and the city of Wilmington. Enter from a large front porch/deck into a gorgeous formal two-story, tiled foyer with grand staircase. Gracious LR flows elegantly into FR with marble surrounded fireplace and built-in entertainment center. Formal LR with stately base and crown mouldings will make every meal served there a beautiful event. Eat-in kitchen boasts center island, built in work area, lots of storage, wooded views and deck access. Natural light abounds on entire first floor and in full finished basement from french doors running the length of back of house to the first floor deck as well as in the walk-out basement featuring an office or 5th bedroom and full bath w/ steam shower. Take a trip to the second floor for the four other bedrooms including the the master with his/her closets and full bath with jacuzzi, double vanities, tiled floor and french doors. Both 2nd and 3rd bedroom have lots of closet space and open to private, second floor deck. A great place to enjoy morning coffee or a sunset! A spacious fourth bedroom with views of the DE River and full bath complete this floor. Schedule your appointment to see this home today. It won't be around for long!
TREND #6022294
Jul 12, 2012
Sold
$325,000
$81/sq ft
Mar 14, 2012
Listed
$345,000
$86/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003881712
Jul 12, 2012
Sold
$325,000
$81/sq ft
Jun 19, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Mar 14, 2012
Listed
$345,000
$86/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC214220
Jun 23, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Apr 24, 2001
Listed
$320,000
$80/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC253058
Sep 23, 1994
Sold
$215,000
$54/sq ft
Aug 26, 1994
Listing Removed
—
Jan 10, 1994
Listed
$215,000
$54/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,645 (−4.0%)
$87,600 + $445,500
$533,100
2024
$4,837 (+9.4%)
$87,600 + $445,500
$533,100
2023
$4,421 (−1.7%)
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2022
$4,496
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2021
$4,496
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2020
$4,497 (+0.1%)
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2019
$4,490 (+4.5%)
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2018
$4,297 (+1.6%)
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2017
$4,231
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2016
$4,227 (+8.7%)
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2015
$3,890
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2014
$3,887 (+0.3%)
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2013
$3,874 (+2.4%)
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
2012
$3,783
$17,700 + $109,400
$127,100
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
48 ft.
Lot depth
238 ft.
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,125
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,125
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0614600618
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
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
Wilmington, DE • 19809
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 12% for direct sun exposure in Wilmington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.6 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1 Lighthouse Rd
$585,532
$532 over list price of $585K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $435K to $638K.