Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate16 Mount Vernon Drive, Claymont, DE 19703-2422 $395,900
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,550
Acreage: 0.2
Age:76 years
Style:
Cape Cod
Subdivision: Rolling Park
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Discover the warm charm of this delightful Cape Cod style home located in a prime spot at 16 Mt Vernon Drive. With 3 cozy bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this home spans a generous 1,550 square feet above grade and is set on an expansive lot with mature landscaping. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors welcoming you into the living room. The living room boasts a gas fireplace with a stylish vintage tile hearth to keep you toasty on chilly nights. Large Anderson replacement windows invite natural light into every corner, while custom window treatments and shades add a thoughtful touch. The hardwoods continue into the nicely sized dining room and the first floor primary bedroom. This level offers a full bathroom complete with a walk-in tile shower. Just down the hall is the heart of the home- the kitchen featuring gas cooking and a breakfast bar that’s a great spot to enjoy morning coffee. The amazing sunroom offers year-round use with both heating & air conditioning and serves as both an additional entryway and living space with its serene views of the backyard. It is ideal for birdwatching or enjoying a meal in a relaxed setting. Upstairs, there are two generously sized bedrooms. Each room offers beautiful hardwood flooring, charming dormers and ample closet space. The east facing bedroom offers its very own river view. This level is complete with a refreshed hall bathroom and a storage closet. The 24 feet x 16 feet basement rec room comes equipped with a half bath, laundry facilities, and offers egress to the backyard—making it perfect for game night or use as home office. There is a dedicated workshop and storage space too. Do you like s’mores? Consider making some in your very own outdoor fireplace. The fully fenced rear yard offers privacy, established landscaping and the convenience of a shed for additional storage. As an added bonus lawn mowers are included in the sale. This home offers efficiency and easy living. The attached one car garage offers a place to park out of the elements and options for overhead storage, while gas stoves located in the sun room and basement add a touch of efficiency and style. This delightful home marries classic charm with modern amenities, making it a perfect place to call home. Interested in learning more? Get in touch for your personalized tour!
Bedroom 2: 18 X 13 - Upper 1
Primary Bed: 13 X 11 - Main
Kitchen: 12 X 11 - Main
Living Room: 17 X 13 - Main
Dining Room: Main
Recreation Room: Lower 1
Workshop: Lower 1
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Circuit Breakers, Lower Floor Laundry
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 1;
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s), Full Basement, Concrete Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Tile/Brick Flooring, Vinyl Flooring, Gas/Propane Fireplace, Accessibility - Grab Bars Mod, Replacement Windows
Exterior
Permanent Foundation, Aluminum Siding, Brick Exterior, Vinyl Siding, Porch(es), Hot Tub, Outbuilding(s), Gutter System
Lot
Rear Fence
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Public Elementary (22 schools)
Public Middle (5 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talley Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 2.33 mi |
| Chichester Middle School | Chichester School District | 5–8 | Boothwyn | 3.52 mi |
| Springer Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 3.65 mi |
| duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 3.73 mi |
| First State School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 1–10 | Wilmington | 4.95 mi |
Public High (8 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant High School | Brandywine School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 2.16 mi |
| Brandywine High School | Brandywine School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 2.8 mi |
| Chichester Senior High School | Chichester School District | 9–12 | Boothwyn | 3.81 mi |
| Concord High School | Brandywine School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.04 mi |
| Howard High School of Technology | New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.8 mi |
| Freire Charter School | Freire Charter School Wilmington | 8–12 | Wilmington | 4.87 mi |
| Great Oaks Charter School | Great Oaks Charter School | 8–12 | Wilmington | 4.89 mi |
| First State School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 1–10 | Wilmington | 4.95 mi |
Private (23 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Claymont (19703), Delaware.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 29
- Average salary of people in this community: $48,102
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 3,054
- Household Size (ppl): 2.54
- Households w/ Children: 59%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 3,097 (46.3%)
- Rented: 2,950 (44.1%)
- Vacant: 636 (9.5%)
- Total: 6,683
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
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Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 2.7%
- Some High School: 5.4%
- High School Graduate: 33.2%
- Some College: 21.3%
- Associate Degree: 7.1%
- Bachelor's Degree: 17.7%
- Graduate Degree: 12.5%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $59,823
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $1,063
- One Bedroom: $952
- Two Bedroom: $1,119
- Three Bedroom: $1,166
- Four Bedroom: $1,698
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