1321 W 8th St Wilmington, DE 19806

This federal style 6 bed, 3.5 bath home boasts over 3200 square feet of character. Located directly on Tilton Park's northern side in Wilmington's historic Cool Springs neighborhood between North Broom and Franklin Streets . Making your way up the tree lined block, a lovely front yard awaits you with a welcoming and generous sized porch including original woodwork and retractable awning: a perfect spot for reading, relaxing, having family over with one of the most illustrious parks in the city. Beyond the dandelion colored double front doors you will find hardwoods throughout, fully functional original pocket doors, 10' baseboards, generous sized windows, and high ceilings topped with original plaster details and moulding. The formal dining room perfectly anchors the main level with built-ins, an alcove, large windows, and a cleverly located powder room. Glass-paned french doors connect to the eat-in kitchen where you will find corner cabinetry, ample counter/prep space, all new appliances, and breakfast bar. A swing door leads into the back of the main level including a large pantry, laundry area (newer W/D), utility sink, new flooring; a backdoor leads you to the covered back patio and over-sized yard with views of Holy Trinity Church. The second floor leads to three nicely appointed bedrooms, two with large bay windows and one overlooking 8th Street onto the park. two updated baths (one as an on-suite, one as a main hall) each unique offering beautiful tile and brass fixtures, closets galore and new carpeting that continues onto the third level. The third floor of this home makes all the difference for those wanting convenience of city living without sacrificing space. The third floor front bedroom offers a bird's-eye view of Tilton Park, with a smartly located Jack & Jill bath with original clawfoot tub. Two more bedrooms overlook the backyard with a transitional room with coffered ceiling. This area could be used as a shared playroom or workspace. The roof on this home was replaced in August of 2020 and comes with a 20 year transferable warranty! Location offers much in the way of convenience - close to I95, the Biden Station, Downtown, the Brandywine, Wilmington Riverfront and walkable to the eateries and shops in Trolley Square. Offering a perfect balance of comfort and space this home is a rare find in any city!