Pride of ownership and meticulous care shine throughout this beautifully maintained split-level brick home at 1220 Winstead Rd. This lovely home is situated on a well-manicured, gently elevated lot in the highly desirable Mayfield neighborhood within the Brandywine Hundred area of North Wilmington, this home offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with a spacious & functional layout designed for comfortable everyday living. The exterior showcases timeless curb appeal with a classic brick façade, newer architectural roof (approx. 2020), newer driveway, retaining wall, walk-way and steps. The attached one-car garage is equipped with its own natural gas heater—ideal for projects, hobbies, or year-round use. Inside, the split-level design provides versatile living spaces filled with abundant natural light. The main level features beautiful hardwood floors, a welcoming living room with a cozy fireplace, and an updated kitchen with granite countertops, a breakfast island, ample cabinetry, and seamless flow into the dining area—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space and updated bathrooms with clean, modern finishes. The lower level offers a flexible family room along with a convenient full bathroom, ideal for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Enjoy outdoor living in the spacious backyard, perfect for gatherings, gardening, or relaxing, complete with a detached storage shed for added convenience. Major updates offer peace of mind, including a natural gas heating system installed in 2021 and significant infrastructure improvements completed between 2021–2022, including replacement of the main sewer and water lines. A French drain and sump pump system in the crawlspace further enhance the home’s long-term durability. Ideally located just minutes from I-95, shopping, dining, and downtown Wilmington, this home offers both comfort and convenience with no HOA restrictions. Move-in ready with major systems already updated—schedule your tour today. Some photos have been digitally staged.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$234Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Saeed Shakhshir• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
•302-239-3000 (broker)
•ssedita@psre.com (broker)
Listed by Walid Karam• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
•302-239-3000 (broker)
•ssedita@psre.com (broker)
Bought with Vicky Lawson• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Est. $2,590 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
very nice home hard wood floors throughout updated kitchen.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Toni Trower
Redfin Associate agent
Recieved text from LA -Good luck today Toni! Our seller is offering a home warranty to cover all the systems and a $20,000 price reduction will be in effect this weekend but wanted to give you the heads up thank you Steve
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Toni Trower
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 1220 Winstead Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jul 29, 2026
Sold
$384,900
$194/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC2102418
Jul 27, 2026
Sold
$464,900
$234/sq ft
May 30, 2026
Contingent
—
May 9, 2026
Listed
$464,900
$234/sq ft
May 5, 2026
Coming Soon
$464,900
$234/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC498644
Jun 30, 2020
Sold
$277,000
$139/sq ft
Jun 6, 2020
Pending
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May 18, 2020
Contingent
—
May 16, 2020
Price Changed
$285,000
$143/sq ft
Apr 21, 2020
Price Changed
$300,000
$151/sq ft
Apr 4, 2020
Listed
$315,000
$158/sq ft
+25
Modern-day allure in Mayfield home! Collection of medium-growth shrubs sits beneath sprawlingcorner window of this red-brick, white siding, black shutter multi-level, while opposite is stone-stackededged bed touting ornamental tree and repeated doses of shrubbery. Red-brick walls border drivewayto 1-car garage, and black wrought-iron lamp post/railing highlight curved walkway to elevated coveredfront entry. Sidewalk, perfect for walking, biking or jogging, front open, gently sloping lawn. Classic curbappeal! Front door opens to newly refinished hardwood floors with polished sheen, buttercream paintthat complements white trim, and open floorplan of sun-infused, spacious rooms. LR is large with squarefootage allotted for furnishing, paintings and accessories. Gorgeous almost floor-to-ceiling doublewindow on front wall and almost floor-to-ceiling window on side wall, the very windows that areimpressive from outside, come together to create corner niche of abundant natural light and all-seasonviews. Flat slate hearth in gray, burgundy, and tan offers foundation for white wood, strip of red-bricktrim FP with heating insert. Personality and layout of room beg for assembly of elegant, yet invitingfurniture where on any given weekend night friends gather or family stops over. Seamless floor plancontinues as does hardwoods/neutral paint into DR with white chair rail, ceiling fan and picture windowon back wall, architecturally balancing front wall s corner window. Full-size DR wall is perfect for chinacloset or hutch and print since this wall can be viewed from front door, while corner offers option forcoordinating pieces. Glass-pane door grants access to concrete patio, where one can grill and chill. Beyond is backyard with patch of vibrant ground covering punctuated by tall tree, ready to offer shadeduring warm days, and seasonal storage shed is tucked to side. DR wraps to updated kitchen of black/SSappliances, maple cabinets, granite counter tops in colors of charcoal/sand/black flecks, and ceramic tiletan-shaded back splash. Stylish breakfast bar with same granite counter top/back splash with matchingcabinets above can easily hold 4 bar stools. Steps lead down to FR with textured wood cream-coloredwalls, dual window and ceiling fan. This laid-back locale is go-to place for catching up with TV shows, friends and relaxation! 2 built-in storage cabinets, and access to garage with 2-plus-ft. front shelfprovide storage for decorations and daily cleaning supplies, to toys and tools. Laundry room can beaccessed from both garage and FR, as well as backyard due to access door to outside. DD closet offerstop-to-bottom sturdy wood shelves to stow everything from canned goods/paper products to laundrydetergents/softeners. 2nd set of DD reveals partial bath with utility sink steps away. This must-have mudroom gives green light for easy clean-up to avid auto lover and garden guru! Steps from LR lead up to3BRs, all offer refinished hardwoods and ample closet space, while MBR offers extra bonus closet andprivate bath of white-tile wall, shower, mirror stretching from wall to wall and square sink vanity. Tucked-away hall leads to stunning completely renovated hall shower/tub bath. All ceramic tile wall ismirror image of ceramic tile floor with striking addition of smaller, same-hued earth-tone tile border. Bath boasts new driftwood-style cabinet vanity with square basin plus deep linen closet. 2nd set ofhardwood steps leads to another level of angled ceiling and naturally-lit 4th BR or computer/fitness roomor office. DD slider closet plus built-in cabinet provide ample wardrobe storage, while alcove beneathwindow can fit the practical dresser or desk, or the pretty window seat. This circular floor plan withmulti-levels of living grants space, privacy and easy movement! Community across from ForwoodPreserve Park, walkable to Marsh Triangle and nearby to amenity-filled N. Wilm. ! Winner on WinsteadRd. !
BRIGHT MLS #1009054022
Dec 6, 2010
Listing Removed
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May 4, 2010
Listed
$249,900
$126/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008727926
Nov 2, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Mar 19, 2009
Listed
$264,900
$133/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC336998
Oct 1, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jun 4, 2007
Listed
$269,900
$136/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC165464
Dec 16, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Dec 8, 2005
Listed
$260,000
$131/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC356450
Dec 9, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Oct 25, 2005
Listed
$252,000
$127/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,511 (+40.9%)
$89,400 + $313,600
$403,000
2024
$2,493 (+9.4%)
$89,400 + $313,600
$403,000
2023
$2,278 (−1.7%)
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2022
$2,317
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2021
$2,317
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2020
$2,317 (+0.1%)
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2019
$2,314 (+4.5%)
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2018
$2,215 (+1.6%)
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2017
$2,180 (−25.8%)
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2016
$2,938 (+46.6%)
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2015
$2,004
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2014
$2,003 (+0.3%)
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2013
$1,996 (+2.4%)
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
2012
$1,950
$18,800 + $46,700
$65,500
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
58 ft.
Lot depth
122 ft.
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,650
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0608100044
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access