42 Paxon Drive
Wilmington, DE, 19803 $ 589,900
Bedrooms4 Baths2.1 Sq 2,940 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,632
for $589,900 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 2,940 square foot home was built in 1960 on a lot size of 0.45.
Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in North Wilmington and just a short walk to Bonsall Park, this home offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial with a sunroom, finished basement and 2-car attached garage delivers space, style, and comfort at every turn. The spacious foyer with a large coat closet flows seamlessly into the main living areas. The light-filled living room features crown molding and a wood-burning fireplace with a classic mantel, while French doors lead to a sunroom with heated tile floors and a slider to the wood deck and brick patioperfect for indoor-outdoor living. The formal dining room overlooks the private backyard and is accented with chair rail and crown molding. The renovated eat-in kitchen shines with new stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, tile flooring, white cabinetry, and a coffee bar with bonus storage. A den/family room with a second wood-burning fireplace and built-ins offers flexible space for a home office, playroom, or lounge. A fully renovated powder room with modern, neutral finishes completes the main level. Upstairs are four generously sized bedrooms. The primary suite features three double closets and a stunning renovated ensuite bath with tile flooring, a 48-inch vanity, and a floor-to-ceiling tiled shower with dual showerheads, including rainfall, plus a built-in shelf and bench. The hall bath is fully renovated with a tub/shower combination, tile surround, and rain showerhead. The hallway offers access to storage via a bonus closet, a separate linen closet and the attic. The finished basement adds additional living space with luxury vinyl plank flooring, recessed lighting, egress to the backyard, and abundant storage in the unfinished area. Additional highlights include a new roof, many replacement windows, hardwood floors throughout most of the home, new carpeting upstairs (with hardwoods underneath), and a storage shed. Conveniently located with easy access to Route 202, I-95, Philadelphia International Airport, Amtrak, and downtown Wilmingtonideal for commuting to Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and New York. Move-in ready and thoughtfully renovated in one of North Wilmingtons most desirable locationsschedule your tour today!
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2940
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air Baseboard - Electric
Cooling Central A/C
Possession Negotiable
Roof Shingle
Zoning NC15
Garage Spaces 2.00
Architectural Style Colonial
Construction Materials Frame Brick
School District BRANDYWINE
Exclusions Personal Property.
Year Built 1960
Levels 2
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Electric
Accessibility None
County NEW CASTLE
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Subdivision Name PENARTH
Garage Y/N Y
Water Access Y/N N
Other Structures Above Grade Below Grade
Full Baths 2
Status PENDING
Directions Foulk Rd. to Penarth and Paxon
City WILMINGTON
Senior Community Y/N N
MLS Area Brandywine (30901)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 19602.00
Tax Annual Amount 4830.0
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N N
Bathrooms Full Main Level 0
Bathrooms Count Main Level 1.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 253.72
Vacation Rental Y/N N
Standard Status Pending
Year Built Source Assessor
Legal Subdivision PENARTH SEC 2 EXT
Tax Lot 175
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InteriorHeating Fuel Oil
Basement Partially Finished
Flooring Hardwood Carpet Luxury Vinyl Plank
Total Fireplaces 2
Hot Water Electric
Basement (Y/N) Y
Heating Y/N Y
Fireplace Y/N Y
Above Grade Finished Area 2325
Half Baths 1
Central Air Y/N Y
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 615
Room Type Living Room Dining Room Primary Bedroom Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Kitchen Family Room Basement Sun/Florida Room Primary Bathroom Full Bath Half Bath
Main Level Bedrooms 0
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 3
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ExteriorPool No Pool
Water Source Public
Garage Features Inside Access
Type of Parking Attached Garage Driveway
Foundation Details Block
Water View Y/N N
Lot Dimensions 112.50 x 168.00
Lot Size Acres 0.45
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N N
Land Assessed Value 95400.00
Navigable Water Y/N N
Water Oriented Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByLong & Foster Real Estate, Inc.Broker
meredith.rosenthal@lnf.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,632
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $403
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 4/9/2026 | $589,900 | | Listed Price |