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MLS: #DENC2100798, Listed By: Steven Anzulewicz, Keller Williams Realty Wilmington, Source:Bright MLS

4501 Whittier Road

WILMINGTON, DE 19802
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Bed 6

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

SqFt5,500

Sqft

Acres1.39

Acres(Lot)

Own the Block - literally. Calling all East Coast colonial enthusiasts! This stunning executive estate home honors the architectural integrity of an earlier era home and comprises an entire coveted city block in premier N. Wilm. The first built in Brandywine Hills by architect Scott Lardson in 1930, the stately fieldstone 3-level, 5/6 BRs, 3.5 bath home is majestically perched on 1.39 lush acres bordering Milton, Whittier and Rockwood Roads and boasts professional landscaping and hardscaping and graceful front butterfly stone steps. Appreciate new windows, updated systems, original front door with frame and side lead glass windows, dramatic wainscoting, elegantly arched doorways, multi-piece/dentil crown moldings, exquisite window casings, tall baseboards and 5 types of solid hardwood floo rs. The foyer’s rich wood staircase is a true showpiece and possesses elements similar to the well-known Montmorenci staircase at Winterthur. It is thought that even some of moldings and millwork from the museum may have been incorporated into the home in earlier years. The home is designed for entertaining, and today's lifestyle needs. Featuring both sweeping LR and DRs with original silk draperies and wallpaper, chef’s kitchen of granite countertops, 6-burner/griddle Wolf range and hood, double oven, custom solid wood cabinets, and adjoining morning room and sitting room, high-end butler’s pantry, private 1st floor office/sunroom with original brass thermostat, and French doors adjoining expansive gardens and terraces. Renovated 3rd floor with original barn wood pine hardwood. Front brick terrace and back patios, along with sun-splashed outdoor nooks and niches. The home’s fluid circular floor plan effortlessly blends main spaces, while easily merging indoor rooms with outdoor area. The luxurious ensuite primary features secret passageway to a true treasure of rich wood-paneled retreat room or library with wall of built-ins and wood FP. Exceptional craftsmanship, fine appointments and intricate period-accurate details meld together to create this true architectural beauty. Cleverly positioned merely blocks away from cafe's and eateries, the Delaware Greenway/Rockwood Park, 10 mins. to downtown Wilm. with entre to restaurants/entertainment/Wilm. Amtrak train station and 25 mins. to Phil. Airport. Relish old world charm and modern must-haves with city conveniences. This is the one on Whittier Rd.!

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,250,000

AD Id : 78458465

MLS Id : DENC2100798

Beds : 6

Lot Size : 1.39 Acres

Living Area Size : 5,500

Year Built : 1930

County : NEW CASTLE

Subdivision: Brandywine Hills

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 6

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Crawl Space, Partial, Unfinished, Other, Interior Entry
  • Flooring Information

    Hardwood, Wood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Other, Built-in Features, Bar, Crown Molding, Open Floorplan Roof: Shingle Appliances: Range, Double Oven, Oven, Gas Water Heater, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Upper Level Window Features: Window Coverings, Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas, Hot Water Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Gas

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1930 Building Area Total: 5500 Construction Materials: Frame, Stone Pool Features: None Private Pool: No View: Trees/Woods Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Other, Lighting

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 255.10 x 238.90 Lot Size Acres: 1.39 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 60548 Lot Description: Corner Lot, Wooded, Front Yard

    Property Information

    Subdivision: BRANDYWINE HILLS Source Property Type: Residential Postal Code Plus 4: 1233 Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Three Or More Property Age: 96

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $1250000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 26-004.40-011 Tax Lot: 011 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $8862

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 10 On Street, Detached Carport, Driveway, Detached
    Homeowners Association Information
    Has Association: Yes HOA: $65.00 Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

  • Location Information

    Direction: From Shipley Road South to R on Weldin to Left on Talley follow thru to Rockwood and R on Whittier. The home sides Rockwood and Milton, Whittier is the front. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Security System
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/10/2026 @ 15:22

MLS: DENC2100798 LISTED BY: Steven Anzulewicz, Keller Williams Realty Wilmington 302-299-1100 SOURCE: Bright MLS

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