Move right into this thoroughly renovated three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom residence that beautifully melds original historic charm and elegant contemporary updates. With a brand-new kitchen and baths, plus an unrivaled location at Wilmington's exciting center, this pristine home ticks every box.
Meticulously updated from top to bottom, the 1,797-square-foot charmer greets you on the main level with refinished original floors in rare heartwood red pine. Tall ceilings feature designer lighting while new oversized windows frame leafy views on the eastern and western exposures. Enjoy an excellent flow for entertaining with a spacious living room and dining room with convenient closet space and an updated powder room nearby. Ahead, the renovated kitchen impresses with new tile floors and abundant Shaker cabinetry featuring marble countertops, handsome subway tile backsplashes and under-cabinet lighting. Chefs will love the never-used LG stainless steel appliances, including a range, refrigerator, dishwasher and built-in microwave. Outside, a flagstone patio bordered by planter beds and 10-foot-high privacy fencing provides the perfect destination for al fresco dining and lounging.
Bedrooms are placed on the upper floors for optimal peace and privacy. Ascend the beautifully restored 120-year-old staircase with polished wood newel posts to discover the spectacular full-floor owner's suite on the top level. Enjoy vaulted ceilings, a large closet and a sprawling footprint that can easily accommodate a king-size bed, sitting area or home office. A ceiling fan and ductless HVAC with remote control ensure year-round comfort. The renovated en suite windowed bathroom soothes with a modern walk-in glass prism shower and roomy vanity surrounded by designer tile and contemporary fixtures.
On the second floor, a spacious front bedroom overlooks a lovely mature Japanese maple. The rear bedroom boasts its own whisper-quiet ductless HVAC and both coax and CAT6 cables, making it ideal as a home office. In between, another new full bathroom is finished with a large tub/shower and wide marble vanity. A laundry room with new tile floors and a side-by-side Maytag washer and dryer makes laundry day a breeze.
The expansive basement provides excellent storage, fresh paint, an updated 150-amp breaker box, several new wall outlets, a gas water heater and furnace. This home's energy bills are minimized by new low-E double-pane windows and central air augmented by two new ductless units that allow you to control temperatures precisely and economically.
As one of a handful of residences nestled near Wilmington's vibrant downtown, this home offers excellent access to fantastic shopping, services, dining and nightlife venues. Minutes from your front door, you'll find a deli, ATM, post office and FedEx Ship Center. Just three blocks away, Brandywine Park and creekside trails add outstanding outdoor space and recreation to this enviable location.

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