$240,000
COMING SOON OCT 02, 2025

253 Locust Ave Wilmington, DE 19805

Estimated payment $1,446/month

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,350 Sq Ft
3,920 Sq Ft Lot

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 3-minute walk to Joseph R. Walling Park

About This Home

Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath twin home in Elsmere Gardens, perfectly located just minutes from Wilmington.

Step inside to a bright living room and dining room with hardwood floors, creating a warm and welcoming space. The updated kitchen opens to a fenced backyard with shade trees, giving you the perfect spot to relax or entertain.

Upstairs you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms, all with hardwood flooring, and a full tiled bath. The partially finished basement adds even more room to enjoy, complete with recessed lighting and a built-in bar.

Fresh paint throughout, a private two-car driveway, and a side yard make this home move-in ready. With no HOA fees and easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and major routes, this affordable Delaware home offers the ideal mix of comfort and convenience.

Will post interior photos coming soon.

Schedule your tour today and discover why this is the perfect place to call home!

Listing Agent

Jemimah Chuks

(302) 359-8337 jemimah@jemimahchuksteam.com EXP Realty, LLC License #RS-0026132 Listed on: 09/23/2025

EXP Realty, LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,147

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 27.30 x 150.10

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Elsmere Gardens Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Coming Soon on 10/2/25
  • Tax Lot 233
  • Assessor Parcel Number 19-008.00-233

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,147

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 10/2/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath twin home in Elsmere Gardens, perfectly located just minutes from Wilmington. Step inside to a bright living room and dining room with hardwood floors, creating a warm and welcoming space. The updated kitchen opens to a fenced backyard with shade trees, giving you the perfect spot to relax or entertain. Upstairs you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms, all with hardwood flooring, and a full tiled bath. The partially finished basement adds even more room to enjoy, complete with recessed lighting and a built-in bar. Fresh paint throughout, a private two-car driveway, and a side yard make this home move-in ready. With no HOA fees and easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and major routes, this affordable Delaware home offers the ideal mix of comfort and convenience. Will post interior photos coming soon. Schedule your tour today and discover why this is the perfect place to call home!
  • Special Features: ComingSoon
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1350
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1350
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 222.22
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1080
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 270
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 270
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 253

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
  • School District Key: 300200396545
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 27.30 x 150.10
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3920.00
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: 19R2
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1694.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2147.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 19-008.00-233
  • Tax Lot: 233
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1350
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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 $1,210 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2023 $1,054 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2022 $1,055 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2021 $1,025 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2020 $1,032 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2019 $1,096 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2018 $50 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2017 $986 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2016 $986 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2015 $915 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
2014 $837 $36,900 $7,400 $29,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/14/2018 12/14/18 Sold $144,900 0.0% $107 / Sq Ft
11/15/2018 11/15/18 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2018 09/20/18 For Sale $144,900 +15.9% $107 / Sq Ft
08/14/2013 08/14/13 Sold $125,000 -3.1% $78 / Sq Ft
06/28/2013 06/28/13 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2013 06/04/13 For Sale $129,000 0.0% $81 / Sq Ft
05/10/2013 05/10/13 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2013 03/19/13 Price Changed $129,000 -7.2% $81 / Sq Ft
10/11/2012 10/11/12 Price Changed $139,000 -3.1% $87 / Sq Ft
10/04/2012 10/04/12 Price Changed $143,500 -2.7% $90 / Sq Ft
09/05/2012 09/05/12 For Sale $147,500 -- $92 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $144,900 None Available
Deed $125,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $142,274 FHA
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Jemimah Chuks

EXP Realty, LLC

(302) 214-9139

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I'm Jemimah Chuks, your Delaware Real Estate Expert with eXp Realty. I specialize in residential, commercial, new construction, and land sales. My commitment is to create customized strategies that highlight your property's strengths and help you achieve your real estate goals with confidence.

Over the past five years, I’ve proudly sold over 400 homes, generating more than $130 million in sales volume. My dedication to delivering results has earned me several top industry honors,

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2089934

Bright MLS

APN: 19-008.00-233