Enjoy convenient one-floor living in this expanded Cape Cod! This home looks like it is right out of a storybook, with a picturesque front yard, covered entryway with custom stone facade, and the perfect landscaping accents. As soon as you step inside, it feels like home with gorgeous hardwood floors, solid wood accent beams, and a brick-front fireplace in the spacious, open living room. The well-maintained kitchen features solid wood cabinets, an abundance of storage space, and a central island. The formal dining room, bonus breakfast room with sliding glass doors to the large deck, and a three-season sunroom offer endless possibilities for everything from year-round entertaining to everyday family meals. A large bedroom and handicapped accessible bathroom, featuring a large walk-in soaking shower with seat, are also on the main floor. Upstairs, there are two large bedrooms, each with their own full bathroom. Don't miss the perfect outdoor set-up with a large, fully fenced in backyard and newly-updated deck will be your summer oasis! 2-car garage is a plus. Conveniently located off of Rt. 4, close to Christiana Mall, Hospital, and I-95.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$126Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kat Geralis• EXP Realty, LLC
•888-543-4829 (broker)
•de.broker@exprealty.net (broker)
Listed by Rob Hoesterey• EXP Realty, LLC
•888-543-4829 (broker)
•de.broker@exprealty.net (broker)
Bought with Tori Henry• BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville
Look no more! This beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath cape is all you need. Large living room with berber carpeting and fireplace opens to enclosed porch with access through glass doors to private deck with hot tub. Updated kitchen with abundance of oak cabinetry and breakfast room plus formal dining room. First floor bedroom now used as office/den. Upper level huge master bedroom with extra storage and cedar closet, updated full hall bath and guest bedroom with its own full bath. Very flexible floor plan. The added bonus is the detached 2 car garage. This is a beautifully maintained home shining with pride of ownership throughout. If you drive by, home is much larger inside than it looks from the outside.
Public Records
Jul 30, 2001
Sold
$170,000
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 2, 1993
Sold
$120,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,005 (+58.3%)
$66,500 + $381,200
$447,700
2024
$2,530 (+13.0%)
$66,500 + $381,200
$447,700
2023
$2,240 (−0.6%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2022
$2,254
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2021
$2,253 (−0.3%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2020
$2,259 (+21.9%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2019
$1,853 (+2.3%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2018
$1,812 (+1.5%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2017
$1,786 (+12.6%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2016
$1,586 (+8.9%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2015
$1,456 (+10.7%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2014
$1,315 (+2.1%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2013
$1,288 (+5.8%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2012
$1,218
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
Tax history for 8 Rothwell Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,005 (+58.3%)
$66,500 + $381,200
$447,700
2024
$2,530 (+13.0%)
$66,500 + $381,200
$447,700
2023
$2,240 (−0.6%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2022
$2,254
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2021
$2,253 (−0.3%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2020
$2,259 (+21.9%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2019
$1,853 (+2.3%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2018
$1,812 (+1.5%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2017
$1,786 (+12.6%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2016
$1,586 (+8.9%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2015
$1,456 (+10.7%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2014
$1,315 (+2.1%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2013
$1,288 (+5.8%)
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
2012
$1,218
$15,000 + $51,700
$66,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
102 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,800
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0704610014
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
Garage Features: Other
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Fenced
Detached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior Features: Built-Ins
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 882
Accessibility Features: Other Bath Mod
Improvement Assessed Value: $51,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: No
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 102.00 x 150.00
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $15,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,800
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 882
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $550
School Tax: $1,653
Tax Assessed Value: $66,700
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $2,204
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2019
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Other
90% Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Other
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
Cross Street: Route 4
Directions: Turn right onto Newport Gap Pike, turn left onto Meadowbrook Ave then right to Kiamensi Rd and left to Rothwell Dr. The house is on the left side.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,800
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0704610014
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
Stanton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
Dickinson (John) High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 14-22% chance 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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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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4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$440,000 – $532,000
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