Welcome to 3207 Fordham Rd, a beautifully updated split-level home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and an abundance of custom details in one of Wilmington's most desirable neighborhoods. As you enter the inviting foyer, you'll be greeted by a bright and open floor plan. The living room is enhanced by custom built-in shelving and elegant plantation shutters, creating a polished and welcoming space. Flowing seamlessly into the dining area, this space is perfect for gatherings, with sliding glass doors that lead to the rear patio, ideal for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. A peninsula with seating separates the dining area from the modern kitchen, which boasts marble countertops, a glass subway tile backsplash, a custom farm sink, and stainless steel appliances—a true chef’s delight! On the lower level, enjoy a cozy family room with a fireplace and additional custom built-ins, creating a warm and inviting retreat. This level also includes a versatile room that can serve as a 4th bedroom, playroom, or home office, along with a convenient half bath. Step outside to the serene screened porch and beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard, offering lush perimeter landscaping for added privacy. Next, explore the basement where you will find a spacious laundry area with cabinets and countertops for added organization and storage. The upper level offers three generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with an en-suite bathroom. A well-appointed hallway bath serves the remaining bedrooms. Additional highlights of the home include a newer roof, an attached two-car garage, plantation shutters on most windows, and abundant storage throughout. Located within a short distance to Wilmington Charter School and Cab Calloway School, this home offers easy access to major highways, shopping, and dining, blending comfort, style, and convenience. Plus, it's just a short drive to Barley Mill Shopping Center, Trolley Square, and downtown Wilmington. Don’t miss your chance to own this exceptional property!
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
10,019 sq ftLot Size
$279Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Mike Terranova• Keller Williams Realty Wilmington
•302-299-1100 (broker)
Bought with Non Member Member• Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc.
Welcome to 3207 Fordham Road, in sophisticated Westmoreland with close proximity to everything the area has to offer. This is the definition of turn-key! This sparkling, 3 bedroom, 2.1 bath home has been completely updated and lives deceivingly larger than appears. Entry foyer leads to open living room, beautifully renovated kitchen and dining room. Kitchen expanded with island, marble countertops, glass subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Neutral color palette with fresh paint throughout. Refinished dark hardwood floors on this level, give fresh contemporary feel. New sliders off of the dining room lead to large, fenced backyard. The second floor is host to 3 bedrooms including spacious primary bedroom with updated bath and ample closet space. Two more bedrooms share hall bath with tile tub surround. Lower level boasts fireplace room, office, powder room, laundry and additional bonus/recreational room. Plantation shutters throughout. Continue the entertaining outside with spectacular, over-sized screened porch. New interior doors with updated hardware. New roof, 2019; new HVAC, 2020. Schedule a tour today, won't last long!
Public Records
Feb 10, 2016
Sold
$414,000
$146/sq ft
TREND #6725049
Feb 9, 2016
Delisted
—
Feb 9, 2016
Sold
$414,000
$146/sq ft
Jan 10, 2016
Listed
$420,000
$148/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003945459
Feb 9, 2016
Sold
$414,000
$146/sq ft
Jan 10, 2016
Listed
$420,000
$148/sq ft
SOLD BEFORE PROCESSING! 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath split level in popular Westmoreland. Home sits on a large private fenced lot. Features include updated Kitchen with granite countertops, tile backsplash and new cabinets, and updated Master bathroom with new tile shower. Hardwood floors throughout and updated windows. New HVAC in 2012.
BRIGHT MLS #1008931950
Jan 19, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Nov 29, 2010
Listed
$414,000
$146/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC119178
Jul 31, 2006
Sold
$389,000
$137/sq ft
Apr 26, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Feb 2, 2006
Listed
$389,000
$137/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 5, 2004
Sold
$380,000
$134/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC142098
Sep 30, 2004
Sold
$376,000
$133/sq ft
Aug 6, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jun 2, 2004
Listed
$376,000
$133/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC371158
Jun 3, 2004
Listing Removed
—
May 21, 2004
Listed
$425,000
$150/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC175818
Jan 15, 2003
Sold
$290,000
$102/sq ft
Nov 27, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Aug 30, 2002
Listed
$290,000
$102/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 2, 1993
Sold
$185,000
$65/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC426158
Jan 24, 1993
Listed
$185,000
$65/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 4, 1992
Sold
$185,000
$65/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC465172
Jan 10, 1992
Listed
$185,000
$65/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,477 (−10.9%)
$157,900 + $300,700
$458,600
2024
$3,900 (+15.1%)
$157,900 + $300,700
$458,600
2023
$3,390 (−0.5%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2022
$3,405 (+0.2%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2021
$3,400 (−0.6%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2020
$3,419 (−0.5%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2019
$3,438 (+1.0%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2018
$3,404 (+0.2%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2017
$3,397 (+5.5%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2016
$3,219 (+8.1%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2015
$2,978 (+9.9%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2014
$2,709 (+1.5%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2013
$2,668 (+5.4%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2012
$2,532
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
Tax history for 3207 Fordham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,477 (−10.9%)
$157,900 + $300,700
$458,600
2024
$3,900 (+15.1%)
$157,900 + $300,700
$458,600
2023
$3,390 (−0.5%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2022
$3,405 (+0.2%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2021
$3,400 (−0.6%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2020
$3,419 (−0.5%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2019
$3,438 (+1.0%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2018
$3,404 (+0.2%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2017
$3,397 (+5.5%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2016
$3,219 (+8.1%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2015
$2,978 (+9.9%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2014
$2,709 (+1.5%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2013
$2,668 (+5.4%)
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
2012
$2,532
$32,100 + $92,900
$125,000
*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
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,050
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
2601820048
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
R1
One-Family Detached Dwellings District
The R-1 district, one-family detached dwellings, is designed to protect and maintain those residential areas now developed primarily with one-family detached dwellings on relatively large lots and adjoining vacant areas likely to be developed for such purposes. It will enable the city to continue to provide a restricted type of environment which would otherwise be found only in suburban areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Rear Entry, Oversized
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 784
Improvement Assessed Value: $92,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Brick
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Fencing: Wood
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 80.00 x 125.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $32,100
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,050
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 784
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $2,319
County Tax: $315
School Tax: $3,084
Tax Assessed Value: $125,000
Tax Year: 2015
Tax Annual Amount: $5,297
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: HIGHLANDS
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: SWARTHMORE
Directions: Start on Kirkwood Highway (DE-2) heading east toward Wilmington. Merge onto DE-141 N via the ramp on the right toward Newport. Continue for about 3 miles. Take the DE-52/Delaware Ave exit toward Wilmington and make a right turn onto DE-52 N (Kennett Pike). Continue on DE-52 N for about 2.5 miles. Turn right onto Montchanin Rd (DE-100 N) and continue for about 0.5 miles. Turn left onto Fordham Rd. 3207 Fordham Rd will be on your right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,050
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 2601820048
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Highlands Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
2/10
duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
1/10
duPont (Alexis I.) High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
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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 103° 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, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wilmington, DE • 19807
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$751,000 – $909,000
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