OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2021 for $225K

$303,976

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,245/mo

•

1,125

sq ft

5 Balsam Rd, Wilmington, DE 19804

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

6,098 sq ftLot Size

$270Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Kellie McAteer • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-234-1111 (broker)

Bought with Mary Kelly • Century 21 Emerald

•302-798-1000 (broker)

•mike@emeraldc21.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2005604

Redfin Estimate

$303,976

$79K since sold in September 2021$3,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 1.2% higher than the average sale price ($300K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$305,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,042 sq ft
14 Lynbrook Rd, Wilmington, DE 19804
SOLD MAR 18, 2026
$302,602
B
3 beds1 bath1,500 sq ft
704 Harwood Rd, Wilmington, DE 19804
SOLD FEB 13, 2026
$294,500
C
3 beds1 bath1,125 sq ft
318 Atkinson Rd, Wilmington, DE 19804
SOLD MAY 5, 2026
$315,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,275 sq ft
203 Latimer St, Wilmington, DE 19804
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$310,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,125 sq ft
1208 Carolyn Dr, Wilmington, DE 19805
SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$275,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,150 sq ft
302 S Clifton Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805

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Market trends in 19804, DE

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.7%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$327K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

34d

17 days MoM

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10 MoM

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COMING SOON
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$310,000
3 beds2 baths1,300 sq ft
119 Meadowbrook, Wilmington, DE 19804
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215 Decalb Ave, Wilmington, DE 19804
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Sale history for 5 Balsam Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2005604

Sep 27, 2021

Sold

$225,000

$200/sq ft

Aug 28, 2021

Listing Removed

—

Aug 25, 2021

Listed

$219,900

$195/sq ft

TREND #6584518

Aug 28, 2015

Sold

$156,000

$139/sq ft

Jul 10, 2015

Pending

—

Jun 23, 2015

Price Changed

$159,900

$142/sq ft

Jun 17, 2015

Relisted

—

Jun 4, 2015

Pending

—

Jun 3, 2015

Price Changed

$162,000

$144/sq ft

Jun 1, 2015

Listed

$158,000

$140/sq ft

+18

BRIGHT MLS #1002615804

Aug 28, 2015

Sold

$156,000

$139/sq ft

Jul 9, 2015

Listing Removed

—

May 31, 2015

Listed

$159,900

$142/sq ft

+18

Back on the Market only because the buyers financing fell through! This is the home you've been waiting for! This adorable home is in move-in-ready-condition. Features in this home are seldom found in this price range ? hardwood flooring throughout, granite kitchen countertops, stainless appliances, ceramic tile in kitchen and bathroom, new lighting fixtures, mud/laundry room. In addition, the roof and windows are only a year old for peace of mind. Only available due to a job transfer, 5 Balsam Road is conveniently located near major thoroughfares and shopping.

TREND #6286047

Feb 28, 2014

Sold

$144,900

$129/sq ft

Jan 21, 2014

Pending

—

Dec 30, 2013

Price Changed

$144,900

$129/sq ft

Oct 14, 2013

Price Changed

$149,900

$133/sq ft

Sep 28, 2013

Listed

$154,900

$138/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1003601808

Feb 28, 2014

Sold

$144,900

$129/sq ft

Jan 21, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Sep 27, 2013

Listed

$144,900

$129/sq ft

TREND #6244064

Jul 26, 2013

Sold

$81,000

$72/sq ft

Jul 3, 2013

Pending

—

Jul 3, 2013

Listed

$85,000

$76/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1003507532

Jul 26, 2013

Sold

$81,000

$72/sq ft

Jul 3, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Jul 2, 2013

Listed

$85,000

$76/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,126 (+48.2%)

$56,900 + $180,700

$237,600

2024

$1,434 (+13.0%)

$56,900 + $180,700

$237,600

2023

$1,269 (−0.6%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2022

$1,277

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2021

$1,277 (−0.3%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2020

$1,280 (+0.3%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2019

$1,277 (+1.8%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2018

$1,254 (+1.2%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2017

$1,239 (+4.8%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2016

$1,182 (+6.6%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2015

$1,109 (+7.9%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2014

$1,028 (+1.5%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2013

$1,013 (+1,139.5%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2012

$82

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

Tax history for 5 Balsam Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,126 (+48.2%)

$56,900 + $180,700

$237,600

2024

$1,434 (+13.0%)

$56,900 + $180,700

$237,600

2023

$1,269 (−0.6%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2022

$1,277

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2021

$1,277 (−0.3%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2020

$1,280 (+0.3%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2019

$1,277 (+1.8%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2018

$1,254 (+1.2%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2017

$1,239 (+4.8%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2016

$1,182 (+6.6%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2015

$1,109 (+7.9%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2014

$1,028 (+1.5%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2013

$1,013 (+1,139.5%)

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

2012

$82

$7,600 + $30,200

$37,800

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

60 ft.

Lot depth

100 ft.

Lot size

6,098 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1975

Sq. Ft.

1,125

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

0704230320

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Driveway

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $30,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 60.00 x 100.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $7,600

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,125
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $314
School Tax: $933
Tax Assessed Value: $37,800
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $1,247

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Gps

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,125
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1975
County: New Castle County
APN: 0704230320

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Richey Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

7/10

Dickinson (John) High School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Wilmington, DE • 19804

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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

$289,000 – $350,000

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Home values near 5 Balsam Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Balsam Rd, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1125 Sq. Ft.	$304,502
1 Balsam Rd, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1125 Sq. Ft.	$283,301

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Balsam Rd, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1125 Sq. Ft.	$266,148
3 Balsam Rd, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1534 Sq. Ft.	$280,253

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Balsam Rd, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$335,830
2 Balsam Rd, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$308,799

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