Coveted Colonial on Coverly Rd. ! Merely 1 block from Lea Blvd. and mins. from Rt. 202 and I-95, this 4BRs/2 bath red-brick/white siding home has immense convenience, yet touts park-like setting. Tucked in beautiful Brandywine Hills, home has impressive front curb appeal with landscaped beds and boasts backyard allure with multi-tiered decks. Note, all new hardwood floors, renovated kitchen, updated sunroom floor, new deck, tree-trimmed backyard to beautify property and fresh new paint all within last 7 years. Appreciate rich, wide-plank hardwood floors, extra-wide baseboards and deep-inset windows throughout home. Luxurious charcoal gray paint welcomes all in foyer. Spacious and gorgeous LR to right features shade lighter gray paint and deep double inset window spans front wall with enrichments of driftwood pieces and candles. Detailed white millwork enhances door frames into DR and pops against the gray paint. Just past LR is DR which presents picturesque scene with lemon-yellow paint, white chair rail, elegant crown molding and bold bronze wrought-iron chandelier. Whether its gracious gatherings or upscale dinner parties, all will relish the ambiance. Step down through French doors to sunken, sun-infused sunroom. Breathe in serenity and privacy amid panoramic views out succession of wrap-around windows. Half cream brick wall blends with linen-like ceramic tile floor, creating Floridian feel. The 3 walls of windows combined with 2 deep skylights flood room with natural light and with deck adjacent, there is both indoor and outdoor venue for all to enjoy. Next to DR is gorgeous and glamorous renovated kitchen designed for a busy, modern-day lifestyle. Slate blue paint creates rich backdrop for dramatic black appliances, black cabinets, cream subway tile backsplash and lovely cream, gray and black granite countertops. Array of clever and convenient hanging decorative pots and pans, rustic block wood-top center island and accent glass-pane door cabinets with up-lighting offer decadent details. Off kitchen is sprawling FR with wall of built-ins where collection of books, vases and ceramics add personality, while floor-to-ceiling red-brick wood-burning FP lends warmth to room. Deep inset window on front wall matches window in LR, offering symmetrical look. French doors lead into sizable laundry room with ample cabinets, while PR in striking silver patterned walls with gold accents and white vanity is stunning. All hardwood staircase with dark-wood railing and volume ceiling leads to 2nd level. Plush tan carpeting is throughout most of upper level. 3 spacious secondary BRs boast roomy closets and ample space. Hall bath has contemporary vibe with white-washed, driftwood-style floor, white tile and dual-door white vanity. MBR is expansive with retreat area, walk-in closet and private bath! Outdoors is an oasis! Shrouded in privacy thanks to mature trees, the 2-tier open deck blends into backyard expanding home s entertaining spaces. Benches dot side and back of property offering views to the greenery, while dining set and conversation area are nestled on deck with window boxes providing vibrant color! All-around appeal!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$286Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bayard Williams• House of Real Estate
•302-274-2503 (broker)
•peterd@houseofrealestatede.com (broker)
Bought with Sonny Reeves• Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
Center Hall Colonial with a two car turned garage on a large corner lot with mature trees, park like setting and walking distance to Rockwood Park. Formal living room and dining room with French doors to sunroom. Second floor offers large main bedroom with full bath and walk in closet in addition to three generous size bedrooms. This home shows pride of ownership and has upgraded Pella windows and doors. Easy access to the city, I-95 and shopping. Short sale being processed by Ward & Taylor a third party negotiation firm. Buyer responsible for short sale fee which can be structured as a seller assist. Commission subject to bank approval and will be split 50/50.
BRIGHT MLS #1009010060
Jul 30, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Mar 17, 2010
Listed
$335,000
$181/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1979
Sold
$78,229
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,000 (+26.1%)
$104,200 + $427,400
$531,600
2024
$3,173 (+10.2%)
$104,200 + $427,400
$531,600
2023
$2,879 (−1.1%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2022
$2,911 (+0.2%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2021
$2,907 (−0.2%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2020
$2,912 (−0.5%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2019
$2,927 (+3.9%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2018
$2,817 (+0.7%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2017
$2,796
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2016
$2,794 (+10.2%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2015
$2,535 (+24.7%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2014
$2,033 (+0.4%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2013
$2,026 (+3.5%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2012
$1,957
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
Tax history for 600 Coverly Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,000 (+26.1%)
$104,200 + $427,400
$531,600
2024
$3,173 (+10.2%)
$104,200 + $427,400
$531,600
2023
$2,879 (−1.1%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2022
$2,911 (+0.2%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2021
$2,907 (−0.2%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2020
$2,912 (−0.5%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2019
$2,927 (+3.9%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2018
$2,817 (+0.7%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2017
$2,796
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2016
$2,794 (+10.2%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2015
$2,535 (+24.7%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2014
$2,033 (+0.4%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2013
$2,026 (+3.5%)
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
2012
$1,957
$18,200 + $80,000
$98,200
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
171 ft.
Lot depth
212 ft.
Lot size
6,534
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,850
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
2600910095
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 2025.
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 - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room
Laundry Type: Main 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.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $80,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 170.50 x 212.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $18,200
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,850
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,822
County Tax: $275
School Tax: $2,560
Tax Assessed Value: $98,200
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $4,677
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2018
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes
Location
School Information
School District Name: BRANDYWINE
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: Miller Rd to W. Lea Blvd to Coverly Rd
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,850
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 2600910095
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 17, 2025
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Schools
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Concord High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
7/10
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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, 3 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$503,000 – $608,000
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