1420 Athens Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803

Offering many recent updates, a great floor plan, & super convenient location, this 3-4 bdrm, 2.5 bath split-level will go on your must-see list! Recent updates include 30-yr roof w/ architectural shingles '10, HVAC '08, water heater '08, & kitchen. A beautifully landscaped front yard & charming front porch set the tone for a welcoming, warm home you"ll cherish throughout the years. Step through the stylish leaded glass front door w/ skylights into the sunny front-to-back foyer featuring a pair of French doors that open onto the rear patio for indoor-outdoor living at its best. The main living area is up a half flight of stairs & features parquet hardwood floors in the living & dining rooms. Neutral living room is well-lit thanks to the large bow window. Casual & inviting, the living room effortlessly flows into the dining room for relaxed entertaining & family gatherings. Spacious, updated eat-in kitchen w/ skylight benefits from abundant storage space in the warm wood cabinets & pantry while the backsplash adds a little bit of sparkle. A gas cooktop, wall oven, built-in microwave & Bosch dishwasher combine to create a capable kitchen. A powder room & den (study or office), ideal for a 4th bdrm, playroom, or home office, complete the main level w/ the large lower level family room & bonus storage room just steps away. The upper level hosts three bedrooms, two full baths, & great closet space! The master suite features neutral carpet, double closets, & a private full bath w/ bathtub & linen closet. Two additional bedrms share a lovely remodeled hall bath '03 w/ fluted pedestal sink, jetted & heated tub, low-profile toilet, & coordinating wall & floor tile. With summer approaching, you'll readily appreciate the level rear yard & its many amenities: expansive paver patio, fire pit area, specimen trees & shade trees for treehouses & hammocks, open grassy recreation area, & plenty of room left over for a shed or play structure. Add'l updates include: driveway & sidewalk '06, 2nd flr & bsmt windows '06, electric box '03, & upgrades to master bath & powder room '03. A one-car garage w/ newer driveway & sidewalk '06 complete this lovely home. Green Acres community pool offers 3 pools (swim team, main pool, & splash pool for youngsters) plus recreation courts & fields. With excellent access to commuting routes & an abundance of shopping centers, restaurants & parks w/ i a short drive, it's easy to see why North Wilmington remains a favorite among house-hunters!