It's time for a new Owner for this charming North Wilmington Split-Level. Mostly Hardwood Floors, New carpet, Newer Roof & Mechanical Systems, Insulated Replacement Windows, an updated Full Bathroom and a rear Screened Porch are just a few of the noteworthy features of this Brick & Vinyl Claymont home. Some modest updating will be necessary, but a savvy Buyer will snap up this gem, put on their work gloves, and add their personal touch to complete the picture. Snap up this opportunity today to join the Claymont Renaissance in a Single Family Home in one of north Wilmington's most well-known neighborhoods at a mind-boggling, rarely-seen Affordable Price!
For sale
$320,000
38 S Dickens Rd, Claymont, DE 19703
3beds
1,775sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$319,900 Zestimate®
$180/sqft
$2/mo HOA
What's special
New carpetNewer roofInsulated replacement windowsMostly hardwood floorsRear screened porch
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 20, 2026 at 08:10am
Listed by:
John Shields 302-571-8855,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville (302) 571-8855
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2098494
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 21
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 17
Heating
- Heat Pump, Oil, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,775
- Total interior livable area: 1,775 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,775
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split,Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66.80 x 123.10
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 06058.00190
- Zoning: NC6.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 150 Amps
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ashbourne Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $25 annually
Location
- Region: Claymont
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $180/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $164,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,436
- Date on market: 3/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$319,900
$285,000 - $355,000
$2,471/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $320,000$180/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2098494 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $337,700 +481.2% |
| 2024 | $483 +9.2% | $58,100 |
| 2023 | $442 -0.3% | $58,100 |
| 2022 | $444 -42.7% | $58,100 |
| 2021 | $774 +68.7% | $58,100 |
| 2020 | $459 -42.8% | $58,100 |
| 2019 | $802 +91.5% | $58,100 |
| 2017 | $419 +0% | $58,100 |
| 2016 | $419 | $58,100 |
| 2015 | $419 +9.1% | $58,100 |
| 2014 | $384 | $58,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $58,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $58,100 +1.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $57,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $57,100 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,756/mo
Principal & interest
$1573
Property taxes
$181
HOA Fees
$2
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19703
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Claymont Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Talley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Mount Pleasant High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Claymont
- Middle: Talley
- High: Mount Pleasant
- District: Brandywine
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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