
208 Jackson Blvd Wilmington, DE 19803
Fairfax NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,582/month
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Water Fountains
- Screened Porch
- Attic
- No HOA
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
About This Home
OFFER DEADLINE IN PLACE. Rarely available very handsome stone + aluminum warmly cottage-like colonial in well located community of Deerhurst looks great from the street, is gracious inside and is being offered by longtime owner. Very carefully, faithfully well maintained over nearly 50 years. Natural gas furnace and central air replaced in 2021. Entirely new single layer roof by PJ Fitzpatrick in 2008 with Certainteed Landmark 40 year shingles with transferable warranty. New 5K Flo-Free gutters and downspouts in 2009. Most downspouts go to underground channel to street. Natural gas hot water heater new in 2019. Energy efficient replacement windows throughout. Particularly attractive blinds in several rooms.
Generous room sizes, excellent floor plan for entertaining, plaster walls, original oak hardwood floors, security system, abundant storage in attic + basement plus 3 bedrooms have walk in closets and there is some utility storage in the garage.
Slate entry path and covered front stoop.
Welcoming entry foyer and classic center hall. Large comfortable living room with wood burning fireplace (has outlets on mantel and fireplace could be converted to gas) with adjacent accent lights and with access to private screened side porch (also has outlets). Good sized sunny formal dining room overlooks the rear yard. Expanded eat-in kitchen was remodeled about 20 years ago and has extensive pantry type storage, cabinets and shelving and a side door to the yard and a rear door to the attached garage.
Family room/den with deep storage closet and with cozy vintage paneling and bookshelves once had extensive sound equipment and hookups and could be a great office or hobby room. A handy entry closet and a powder room complete the first floor.
Upstairs there is a main suite with walk-in closet, ceiling fan and an expanded significantly updated bath with heated floors, oversized shower, and cabinets. There are also 3 other good sized bedrooms and a tile hall bath.
The attic has pull down stairs and flooring for even more storage.
The basement has been waterproofed, has an air cleaning system, has the remnants of a darkroom, a large unfinished utility area with washer and dryer hookups as well as bilco door covered stairs to the outside.
Nicely landscaped lot is fenced (missing one panel of stockade). Plenty of off street parking in the back in addition to the garage space.
Walk to community's play equipment and vegetable garden in Ward Park, or to Gardner Park, usual recent location of the Easter Egg Hunt. Deerhurst is well planned and well built by Percival and Joe Johnson, and has an active civic association (voluntary dues and street snow removal fund of $55) which facilitates community events at Halloween (huge in Deerhurst), the winter holiday decorating "contest", as well as occasional block parties and other activities.
Unbeatable location for easy access to the Philadelphia Airport (under 30 minutes), Septa, Amtrak, bus lines, offices and entertainment in Wilmington and Philadelphia as well as I-95 and 202. County parks, golf courses as well as Nemours' highly regarded children's hospital are nearby. In a pinch, walk to Fairfax Shopping Center for an Acme, banks, drugstores and restaurants.
Herein stated taxes may reflect a small senior discount. All information is deemed accurate but should be verified and confirmed by buyer.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,896
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 91.8x137.8
- Chain Link Fence
- Landscaped
- Extensive Hardscape
- Property is zoned NC6.5
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Fireplace Mantel
- Replacement Windows
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Screened Porch
- Storm Doors
- Attic
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Up Access
- Water Proofing System
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Outdoor Features
- Screened Patio
- Water Fountains
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Brandywine High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Deerhurst Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0610100391
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $3,896 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2023 | $3,517 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2022 | $3,586 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2021 | $3,686 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2020 | $3,686 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2019 | $3,860 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2018 | $3,505 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2017 | $3,445 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2016 | $3,342 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2015 | $3,035 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
2014 | $3,033 | $115,500 | $14,000 | $101,500 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/07/2025 07/07/25 | For Sale | $595,000 | -- | $225 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | -- | -- |
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