Charm, Warmth, Traditional elegance. This great rancher is located in a perfect location of Bellefonte on a corner lot close to downtown Wilmington, Philadelphia and major roadways. The bright living room has a beautiful new and gorgeous full floor to ceiling picture window. The kitchen is updated with cherry cabinets, stainless appliances and a pantry with pull out drawers. And also the kitchen has open pass-thru to formal dining room. Three generous size bedrooms. One is perfect for an office, sitting room as there is a walk-out sliders to a nice size deck in the back yard. The main level has hardwood floors throughout. The lower level is partially finished with a large bar, carpet and high ceilings. There is a powder room in the lower level and another section that has the laundry and lots and lots of room for storage, workshop or an additional room and has an outside entrance to driveway. New A/C in 2018 and roof in 2016. Living Room picture window replaced in 2019. This is a wonderful home in a wonderful neighborhood. What a great place for buying your first home or upgrading to starting the next chapter in your future. Settlement is based on Sellers finding the home of their choice.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$154Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Linda McKinnon• Patterson-Schwartz-Elkton
Great ranch on a corner lot in sought after Bellefonte. Hardwood floors stretch throughout the entire main level. The living room is very bright with its valued ceilings and food to ceiling windows. The kitchen has been updated with a ton of cherry cabinets, a pantry with pull to drawers, electric flat top stove, Kitchen Aid dishwasher and a stainless steel sink. There is formal dining room. There are 3 generous sized bedrooms and one could be converted to a family room as it has Anderson sliding doors that lead to private deck. There is a large tiled bath with a tub and shower combination. The lower level has a wet bar and 10 foot ceiling. It is perfect for finishing as a french drain and sump pump have been installed. There is also a powder room. The other half of the basement is perfect for a work shop with an outside entrance from the driveway. The gas heater and central air conditioning are Carrier's. The main 150 amp electric line has been replaced. Best buy for the dollar in N. Wilmington.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,769 (+36.0%)
$71,100 + $247,900
$319,000
2024
$2,036 (+9.3%)
$71,100 + $247,900
$319,000
2023
$1,862 (−1.7%)
$8,100 + $45,600
$53,700
2022
$1,894
$8,100 + $45,600
$53,700
2021
$1,892
$8,100 + $45,600
$53,700
2020
$1,891 (+9.6%)
$8,100 + $45,600
$53,700
2019
$1,726 (+4.3%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2018
$1,655 (+1.6%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2017
$1,629
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2016
$1,628 (+8.8%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2015
$1,497
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2014
$1,496 (+0.3%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2013
$1,492 (+2.4%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2012
$1,457
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
Tax history for 1211 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,769 (+36.0%)
$71,100 + $247,900
$319,000
2024
$2,036 (+9.3%)
$71,100 + $247,900
$319,000
2023
$1,862 (−1.7%)
$8,100 + $45,600
$53,700
2022
$1,894
$8,100 + $45,600
$53,700
2021
$1,892
$8,100 + $45,600
$53,700
2020
$1,891 (+9.6%)
$8,100 + $45,600
$53,700
2019
$1,726 (+4.3%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2018
$1,655 (+1.6%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2017
$1,629
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2016
$1,628 (+8.8%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2015
$1,497
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2014
$1,496 (+0.3%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2013
$1,492 (+2.4%)
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
2012
$1,457
$8,100 + $40,900
$49,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
101 ft.
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,775
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1700300038
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 2, 2026.
R1
1- and 2-Family District
This District is intended primarily for 1-family dwellings and customary accessory uses with 2-family dwellings allowed by special exception.; In this District, home-based business that would not detract from the residential character of the District, are allowed.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Off Street, On Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 552
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick Front, Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,775
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 552
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $53,700
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $2,186
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
150 Amps
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: BRANDYWINE
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Philadelphia Pike to Duncan Rd to right on River Rd to home on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,775
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1700300038
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
5/10
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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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$342,000 – $413,000
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