144 Fairhill Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808-4309 $625,000

Open House: Sat, Feb 8, 12:00PM-2:00PM; Sun, Feb 9, 12:00PM-2:00PM
Beds/Baths: 5/2.2
Interior Sq. Ft: 3,130
Acreage: 0.3
Age:39 years
Style:
Colonial, Contemporary
MLS#: DENC2075416
Subdivision: Limestone Hills
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Stunning 5-Bedroom Home with Over $200K in Upgrades in Desirable Limestone Hills! Welcome to 144 Fairhill Dr, a meticulously upgraded home in the sought-after Limestone Hills community. With over $200K in improvements, this 5-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half-bathroom home offers a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and modern convenience. Great curb appeal and proud ownership throughout! Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors, new front door, and neutral paints throughout the main and upper levels, complemented by all-new lighting and fixtures. The heart of the home—a fully renovated kitchen—boasts granite countertops, a stylish tiled backsplash, white soft closed kitchen cabinets, drawers and energy-efficient stainless steel appliances. The open-concept design flows seamlessly into the eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, and spacious living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. A dedicated home office and family room provide ample space for work and relaxation, with a new Pella door leading to a beautiful deck, hardscaped patio, and a private wooded backyard—perfect for entertaining or unwinding in nature. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a walk-in shower, spa-like bath, dressing area and walk-in closet. All four bathrooms have been fully renovated, offering modern finishes and functionality. The finished lower level is an entertainer’s dream, featuring a fifth bedroom, media/game room, and even a sauna for post-workout relaxation. Major system updates include a new HVAC system (2023) and a water heater (2022), all new windows, ensuring energy efficiency and peace of mind. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a move-in-ready home in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods. Close to all major Rts, shopping, school and restaurants. Schedule your tour today!

Primary Bed: 19 X 13 - Upper 1
Bedroom 2: 14 X 11 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 14 X 11 - Upper 1
Bedroom 4: 13 X 10 - Upper 1
Kitchen: 17 X 14 - Main
Dining Room: 14 X 13 - Main
Family Room: 18 X 14 - Main
Living Room: 18 X 14 - Main
Office: 12 X 10 - Main
Bedroom 5: 12 X 10 - Lower 1
Basement: 24 X 15 - Lower 1

Taxes: $4,384
Home Assoc: $288/Annually
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Red Clay Consolidated
Elem. School: Cooke Mid. School: Henry B. Du Pont High School: Thomas Mckean

Features

Community
HOA: Yes; Amenities: Tot Lots/Playground; Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal;

Utilities
Heat Pump(s), Electric, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, Public Sewer

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Attic, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Partially Finished Basement, Carpet Flooring, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Brick Fireplace, Wood Fireplace, Dry Wall, Casement Windows, Energy Efficient Windows, Replacement Windows, Window Screens, ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), Monitored, Security System, Smoke Detector

Exterior
Block Foundation, Aluminum Siding, Brick Exterior, Vinyl Siding, Deck(s), Patio(s), Flood Lights, Satellite Dish

Lot
Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Level Lot, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded, Fully Fenced, Split Rail Fence

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Public Elementary (17 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
William F. Cooke Junior Elementary Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Hockessin 1.25 mi
Linden Hill Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 1.4 mi
Brandywine Springs School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–8 Wilmington 1.78 mi
North Star Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Hockessin 1.83 mi
Heritage Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 2.1 mi
Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 2.75 mi
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.81 mi
Marbrook Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 3.26 mi
Red Clay Early Years Program Red Clay Consolidated School District Preschool Wilmington 3.29 mi
Forest Oak Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Newark 3.32 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 3.38 mi
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.46 mi
Odyssey Charter School Odyssey Charter School K–12 Wilmington 4.58 mi
Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.58 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 4.61 mi
Richey Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.75 mi
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.97 mi

Public Middle (9 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Skyline Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 2 mi
Gateway Charter School Gateway Charter School 3–8 Wilmington 3.14 mi
Stanton Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 3.22 mi
duPont (H.B.) Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Hockessin 3.28 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 3.38 mi
Shue-Medill Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 4.01 mi
Kennett Middle School Kennett Consolidated School District 6–8 Landenberg 4.41 mi
Odyssey Charter School Odyssey Charter School K–12 Wilmington 4.58 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 4.61 mi

Public High (8 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
McKean (Thomas) High School Red Clay Consolidated School District 9–12 Wilmington 1.02 mi
Dickinson (John) School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 1.82 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 3.38 mi
Delcastle Technical High School New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District 9–12 Wilmington 3.59 mi
Odyssey Charter School Odyssey Charter School K–12 Wilmington 4.58 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 4.61 mi
duPont (Alexis I.) High School Red Clay Consolidated School District 9–12 Wilmington 4.76 mi
Conrad Schools of Science Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 4.9 mi

Private (15 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Limestone Hills Day School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 0.88 mi
Wilmington Junior Academy Seventh-Day Adventist Preschool–8 Wilmington 0.98 mi
The Independence School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Newark 1.67 mi
The Hockessin Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Hockessin 1.71 mi
St John The Beloved School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 1.87 mi
Wilmington Christian School Inc. Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Hockessin 1.95 mi
Cacc Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Hockessin 2.19 mi
St Mark's High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 2.4 mi
Developing Minds Preschool And Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 2.68 mi
Destiny Calling Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Wilmington 2.82 mi
Towle Institute Christian (no specific denomination) 4–12 Newark 3.13 mi
The Tatnall School Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Wilmington 3.82 mi
Holy Angels School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Newark 4.28 mi
All Saints Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 4.73 mi
Tutor Time Child Care Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newark 4.79 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Wilmington (19808), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
  • Average salary of people in this community: $58,352

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 2,764
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.50
  • Households w/ Children: 52%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 11,629 (73.0%)
  • Rented: 3,523 (22.1%)
  • Vacant: 784 (4.9%)
  • Total: 15,936

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 38,657
Households: 15,152
Median Age: 43.60

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 3.0%
  • Some High School: 4.2%
  • High School Graduate: 30.7%
  • Some College: 17.2%
  • Associate Degree: 7.6%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 22.2%
  • Graduate Degree: 15.1%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $78,546

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $1,083
  • One Bedroom: $986
  • Two Bedroom: $1,154
  • Three Bedroom: $1,669
  • Four Bedroom: $1,766

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Listing Courtesy of: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. , (302) 351-5000, rtc@lnf.com

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144 Fairhill Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808-4309

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