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About this home
Welcome to 828 N. Madison Street, a beautifully updated Wilmington residence that seamlessly blends historic city charm with modern comfort. Offering approximately 1,700 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this three-bedroom, two-bath home delivers the perfect combination of style, functionality, and convenience in one of Wilmington's most accessible locations. Step inside to discover an inviting open-concept main level where rich hardwood flooring, contemporary lighting, recessed fixtures, and elegant granite window trim create a warm yet sophisticated atmosphere. The spacious living area is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and tall tray ceilings, providing the perfect setting for both everyday living and entertaining. The seamless flow into the dining area and kitchen enhances the home's welcoming feel and makes hosting family and friends effortless. The kitchen has been tastefully renovated with custom granite countertops, stylish gray cabinetry, a center island, and stainless steel appliances, creating a space that is as functional as it is attractive. Whether preparing a quick weekday meal or gathering with guests, this kitchen serves as the heart of the home. Upstairs, you'll find generously sized bedrooms filled with natural light and ample closet space. A spacious hall bath features tile flooring, a tub/shower combination, and an oversized vanity. The upper-level family room offers exceptional flexibility and could easily serve as a home office, media room, reading retreat, or be incorporated into an expanded primary suite design. The third-floor bedroom and full bath provide a private escape, ideal for guests or a secluded retreat. The finished basement adds valuable additional living space and can accommodate a variety of needs, including a recreation room, home gym, workspace, or storage area. Laundry is conveniently located on the lower level as well. Outside, the fenced rear yard offers a low-maintenance outdoor space perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and gardening. Many updates and upgrades have been completed in recent years including plumbing, HVAC, wiring, kitchen, baths, flooring and more, providing peace of mind for years to come. Walking distance to all the restaurants and shopping of downtown, and easy access to major commuting routes, this move-in ready home offers an outstanding opportunity to enjoy city living with modern updates already in place. Schedule your showing today!
West Center City, located between Rodney Square and the Christina Riverfront, is a historic and civic Wilmington neighborhood with a courthouse corridor and a compact grid of brick rowhouses. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Market Street at 9th Street, where lunch counters, coffee windows, and gallery-style storefronts keep the sidewalks in motion. Grand stone facades and early-20th-century commercial blocks frame pocket parks and small plazas. The Grand Opera House and the Delaware Theatre Company set a cultural cadence after work hours. Rodney Square reads as the outdoor living room, with seasonal programming and a steady flow of pedestrians. Streets shift quickly from office towers to stoops, giving daily life a walkable, downtown rhythm.
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Offer insights
828 N Madison St · $279,999
$280K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $280K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
54 days
The average home goes pending in 41 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.7%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open floor plan
Combination kitchen and living area
Dining area
Kitchen island
Recessed lighting
Crown moldings
Ceiling fan(s)
Soaking tub
Stall shower
Upgraded countertops
Carpet
Wood floors (including bamboo)
Bedrooms
Two bedrooms on the first upper level
One bedroom on the second upper level
Rooms include living room, dining room, master bedroom, sitting room, bedroom 2, bedroom 3
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (one on the first upper level and one on the second upper level)
Kitchen
Stainless steel appliances
Kitchen island
Upgraded countertops
Laundry & utility
Laundry located in the basement
Flooring
Bamboo flooring
Wood floors
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Hot water heating
Electric heating fuel
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio(s)
Fully fenced yard
Lot dimensions approximately 15 x 88
Home design
Interior townhouse/rowhouse
Parking
Alley access
On-street parking
Construction
Brick construction
Stone foundation
Above-grade and below-grade structures
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Municipal trash service
Electric hot water
Financial info
Ownership is fee simple
Lease not considered
Electricity and solar
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WOW, this house is on charm overload! Located in the heart of Wilmington, this convenient location is within walking distance to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, local parks, community centers, the Central Business District and the trendy developments of Market Street as well as The River Front, Trolley Sq and I-95. The open floor plan offers brand new hardwood flooring throughout, contemporary light fixtures, recessed lighting, granite window trim, and wood burning fireplace. The Kitchen has custom granite counter tops, gray cabinetry with a kitchen island, and stainless steel appliances. The rear door leads to the private fenced back yard which will be great for summer BBQs or parking your vehicle. Thats right the fenced in space is large enough to park your vehicle. The second level provides two sizable bedrooms with ample closet space and a enormous Full bathroom with designer tile flooring and tub. The third level provides another large bedroom and full bathroom with a custom tiled shower. The upper level also has space that is ideal for a home office or sitting area. The third level can be considered a master suite. Did I mentioned, the basement is finished? That?s right with new flooring which is great for storage, entertainment or a home office. Property has all new wiring, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen, flooring, bathrooms, windows, roofs, you name it. Schedule your tour today!
Public Records
Jun 3, 1993
Sold
$79,900
$47/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC470318
Feb 25, 1993
Listing Removed
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Oct 21, 1992
Listed
$79,900
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,145 (+20.7%)
$46,500 + $195,600
$242,100
2024
$1,777 (+2.6%)
$46,500 + $195,600
$242,100
2023
$1,732 (+1.0%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2022
$1,715 (+2.6%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2021
$1,671 (+3.0%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2020
$1,622 (+15.0%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2019
$1,411 (+1.8%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2018
$1,386 (+3.1%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2017
$1,344 (+0.3%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2016
$1,340 (+11.8%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2015
$1,199
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2014
$1,198 (+4.0%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2013
$1,152 (+2.7%)
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
2012
$1,122
$3,300 + $44,900
$48,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
15 ft.
Lot depth
88 ft.
Lot size
1,307 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1979
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,700
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,700
Year built
1900
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
New Castle County
APN
2602830296
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
R3
One-Family Row Houses District
The R-3 district, one-family row houses, is designed to conserve for one-family use those areas developed with one-family row houses which have not been converted to use by two or more families. Permitted nonresidential uses are similar to those in R-2 districts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Museum / gallery
Police station
Cemetery
Park & open space
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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 16 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 • 19801
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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51
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41
43
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 828 N Madison St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $265,000 and $375,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $265K to $375K.