Gorgeous Classic Stone Charmer situated on a beautifully landscaped lot with mature trees and plantings within the original 21 home North Hills Community. Enter into the Living Room with lovely hardwood floors and brick fireplace that flows into the Dining Room and updated Kitchen. The kitchen features corian counter tops, new gas cooktop, new dishwasher, tile floor, reclaimed pantry doors and ship board backsplash. Right off the kitchen is the 1/2 bath, and the original attached garage which has been converted into a huge MUD "Mom's Ultimate Dream" /laundry room. A 2 car oversized detached garage has been added, offering plenty of storage. There is a warm Sunroom with tile floor that leads out to a paver patio and the fenced, back yard that's perfect for entertaining. Upstairs offers 3 very spacious bedrooms, all with ceiling fans and a full updated tile bath. Gleaming hardwood floors and marble windowsills throughout most of the house. The spacious (and very clean) basement adds additional storage/work space. Though unfinished, it is currently used for a playroom. Other updates include a new roof and Hot Water Heater both in 2016, plus the seller's are including a One Year Home Warranty. The neighborhood has trails that connect the Greenway with access to Rockwood and Bellevue State Park. Very convenient to I-95 affords a short commute to Wilmington, Philadelphia, the Airport and so much more. OPEN HOUSE Sunday 5/21 from 1-3pm.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$269Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Jackie Ogden• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•302-351-5000 (broker)
•maggie@lnf.com (broker)
Bought with Marian Eiermann• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Charming, pristine and beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath stone colonial within the original 21 home North Hills Community. Character and quality throughout, this home was loved for 29 years by the current owners. Living room with brick fireplace is open to formal dining room with bay window. Bright and spacious 3-season sun room with access to side patio. Updated kitchen with built-in oven and gas cook-top, and renovated half bath. Large bedrooms w/ great closet space and updated black and white full bath. Deep marble window sills and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Terrific yard with mature landscaping. Community is surrounded by 463 acres of parkland - walk to Bellevue State Park and Rockwood. Minutes to I95, Wilmington and convenient to Philadelphia airport. Don't miss this rare opportunity.
Public Records
Jul 1, 1982
Sold
$77,750
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,538 (+16.9%)
$97,600 + $308,500
$406,100
2024
$3,026 (+9.4%)
$97,600 + $308,500
$406,100
2023
$2,765 (−1.7%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2022
$2,812
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2021
$2,812
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2020
$2,813 (+0.1%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2019
$2,809 (+4.5%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2018
$2,688 (+1.6%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2017
$2,646
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2016
$2,644 (+8.7%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2015
$2,433
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2014
$2,431 (+0.3%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2013
$2,423 (+6.7%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2012
$2,271
$16,300 + $60,000
$76,300
Tax history for 609 Brighton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,538 (+16.9%)
$97,600 + $308,500
$406,100
2024
$3,026 (+9.4%)
$97,600 + $308,500
$406,100
2023
$2,765 (−1.7%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2022
$2,812
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2021
$2,812
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2020
$2,813 (+0.1%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2019
$2,809 (+4.5%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2018
$2,688 (+1.6%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2017
$2,646
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2016
$2,644 (+8.7%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2015
$2,433
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2014
$2,431 (+0.3%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2013
$2,423 (+6.7%)
$16,300 + $63,200
$79,500
2012
$2,271
$16,300 + $60,000
$76,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
65 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,175
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0612200037
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Detached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Dishwasher
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Dining Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $63,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard
Lot Size Dimensions: 65X100
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $16,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,650
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $79,500
Tax Year: 2016
Tax Annual Amount: $2,645
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Wall Unit
Circuit Breakers
Gas, Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: CARRCROFT
Middle Or Junior School: DUPONT
High School: MOUNT PLEASANT
School District Name: BRANDYWINE
Location Information
Cross Street: WASH ST. EXT.
Directions: Marsh Rd. to Washington St. Ext. to right on Brighton.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,175
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0612200037
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Carrcroft Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
Mount Pleasant High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
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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 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Wilmington, DE • 19809
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Estimated sale price
$422,000 – $511,000
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