Welcome to 248 Potomac Road, a meticulously maintained stately brick colonial nestled in the sought-after Fairfax neighborhood of North Wilmington. This charming 2‑story home blends classic character with modern updates, offering 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on a well-proportioned 0.14 acre lot. The property provides an ideal balance of elegance, comfort, and convenience. Upon entry, you’re greeted by warm hardwood floors that flow through the formal living and dining rooms, lending a refined and inviting presence. The kitchen has been completely renovated featuring stainless steel appliances, stone floor, gas cooking, tiled back splash and granite counters. Bright and efficient for everyday meals and entertaining alike. A family room and a convenient half bath round out the first-floor living spaces, offering flexibility and flow. Upstairs, the primary suite enjoys a walk-in closet. Two additional generously sized bedrooms share a renovated full bath accessible from the hallway. A pull-down staircase gives access to a full attic ideal for storage. The basement is partially finished with a beautiful fully renovated bath. There's also a laundry/storage area. and egress window. Basement has been professionally waterproofed as well. The property sits on a level, fully fenced rear yard, with a garden shed adding storage for tools or outdoor gear. A spacious deck off the back is ideal for alfresco dining, relaxing, or entertaining in summertime. The home fronts a lovely, tree‑lined street typical of the Fairfax enclave, offering curb appeal and neighborhood charm. Parking includes an attached garage plus driveway and street options. Conveniently located off the 202 corridor, close to shopping, I-95 and train station.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$335Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Kevin Odle• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•302-351-5000 (broker)
•maggie@lnf.com (broker)
Bought with West Prein• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
This Classic and Ever-Popular Fairfax Colonial is sure to please, from its warm front door welcome to its rear outdoor gardens and spacious deck! Beautiful exposed hardwood floors highlight the large formal living and dining rooms. The cheery kitchen boasts gas cooking, a built-in dishwasher, a double sink and large windows overlooking the rear garden. A family room, pantry closet and half bath complete the first level's living space. The second level hosts a spacious master bedroom with a walk-in-closet, two additional roomy bedrooms and a full bath! Accessible from the second level hall is a full attic with pull-down stairs. The full basement has a large finished room, perfect as an office or play space, and a large immaculate storage/laundry/systems area. This home has undergone extensive system updating, including a replacement hot water heater and a new HVAC system installed in 2013. Replacement windows throughout. It has been impeccably maintained with service records available for review! Lovely lot (with a garden shed in the fully fenced rear yard) on a lovely streetscape in a great Fairfax location! Don't miss this opportunity to join one of North Wilmington's most coveted neighborhoods, convenient to shopping, I-95, eateries, PA and DE cultural venues!
BRIGHT MLS #1005675804
May 20, 2008
Sold
$282,900
$183/sq ft
Mar 17, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Feb 18, 2008
Listed
$289,900
$187/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 3, 2001
Sold
$209,900
$135/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC218406
Oct 10, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Oct 3, 2001
Listed
$209,900
$135/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 30, 1992
Sold
$133,900
$86/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,767 (+52.1%)
$81,900 + $350,500
$432,400
2024
$2,478 (+9.4%)
$81,900 + $350,500
$432,400
2023
$2,264 (−1.7%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2022
$2,303
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2021
$2,303
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2020
$2,303 (+0.1%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2019
$2,300 (+4.5%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2018
$2,201 (+1.6%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2017
$2,167 (+10.2%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2016
$1,967 (−1.2%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2014
$1,991 (+0.3%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2013
$1,984 (+2.4%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2012
$1,938
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
Tax history for 248 Potomac Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,767 (+52.1%)
$81,900 + $350,500
$432,400
2024
$2,478 (+9.4%)
$81,900 + $350,500
$432,400
2023
$2,264 (−1.7%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2022
$2,303
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2021
$2,303
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2020
$2,303 (+0.1%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2019
$2,300 (+4.5%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2018
$2,201 (+1.6%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2017
$2,167 (+10.2%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2016
$1,967 (−1.2%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2014
$1,991 (+0.3%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2013
$1,984 (+2.4%)
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
2012
$1,938
$12,700 + $52,400
$65,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.