1802 Hettering Road, Wilmington, DE 19810-1632 $425,000

Beds/Baths: 3/2
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,900
Acreage: 0.27
Age:60 years
Style:
Ranch/Rambler
MLS#: DENC2091718
Subdivision: Afton
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to 1802 Hettering Road — a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch in North Wilmington offering over 1900 square feet of comfortable living space. Hardwood floors flow through the main living areas, creating a warm, inviting feel. The updated kitchen features contemporary finishes, generous counter space, and room to gather — ideal for cooking, entertaining, or everyday living. The finished lower level adds valuable versatility with space for a home office or additional bedroom, plus a storage room, large laundry area, and utility room. Enjoy outdoor living in the fenced backyard or unwind on the enclosed porch, perfect for year-round use. Additional features include an attached one-car garage with convenient walk-up storage room and access to the attic and a functional layout that suits today’s lifestyle. A wonderful opportunity to own a spacious ranch in a desirable North Wilmington location!

Taxes: $3,358
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Brandywine

Features

Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 1;

Interior
Partially Finished Basement

Exterior
Block Foundation, Brick Exterior

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Public Elementary (19 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Lancashire Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 0.84 mi
Bethel Springs Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–5 Garnet Valley 1.18 mi
Claymont Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Claymont 1.91 mi
Forwood Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 2.01 mi
Boothwyn Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Boothwyn 2.04 mi
Hanby Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 2.5 mi
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Brandywine School District Preschool Wilmington 2.5 mi
Maple Lane Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Claymont 2.52 mi
Hilltop Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Aston 2.8 mi
Carrcroft Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 3 mi
Linwood Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Linwood 3.05 mi
Garnet Valley Elementary School Garnet Valley School District 3–5 Glen Mills 3.4 mi
Marcus Hook Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Marcus Hook 3.54 mi
Aston Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 3.55 mi
Pennell Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 3.57 mi
Concord Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–2 Glen Mills 3.64 mi
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 4.08 mi
Lombardy Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 4.21 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 4.35 mi

Public Middle (6 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Talley Middle School Brandywine School District 6–8 Wilmington 0.56 mi
Chichester Middle School Chichester School District 5–8 Boothwyn 2.43 mi
Garnet Valley Middle School Garnet Valley School District 6–8 Glen Mills 3.32 mi
Springer Middle School Brandywine School District 6–8 Wilmington 3.41 mi
Northley Middle School Penn-Delco School District 6–8 Aston 4.22 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 4.35 mi

Public High (8 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Chichester Senior High School Chichester School District 9–12 Boothwyn 2.3 mi
Concord High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 2.38 mi
Garnet Valley High School Garnet Valley School District 9–12 Glen Mills 2.9 mi
Brandywine High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 2.93 mi
Delaware County Technical High School-As Delaware County Technical High School 9–12 Aston 3.98 mi
Sun Valley High School Penn-Delco School District 9–12 Aston 3.99 mi
Mount Pleasant High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 4.08 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 4.35 mi

Private (22 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Concord Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–12 Wilmington 0.47 mi
St Edmond's Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 1.79 mi
Wilmington Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Wilmington 1.82 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian K Upper Chichester 1.97 mi
Children's House Montessori Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 2.57 mi
Kiddie Kampus Learning Center Christian (no specific denomination) K Upper Chichester 3.22 mi
Faith Preschool & Child Care Presbyterian Preschool–K Wilmington 3.48 mi
Immaculate Heart Of Mary Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 3.79 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian K Aston 3.87 mi
Concord Preschool And Childcare Presbyterian Preschool–K Wilmington 3.91 mi
The Pilot School Nonsectarian Ungraded Wilmington 4.05 mi
Media Children's House Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Aston 4.1 mi
Holy Family Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Aston 4.1 mi
Brandywine Valley Christian Presch Baptist Preschool–K Wilmington 4.13 mi
Albert Einstein Academy Jewish K–5 Wilmington 4.14 mi
Montessori Learning Centre Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 4.28 mi
St Thomas The Apostle School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glen Mills 4.3 mi
St Mary Magdalen School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 4.35 mi
Goddard School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Chadds Ford 4.76 mi
Program For Rigor And Innovation In Education Nonsectarian 6–8 Wilmington 4.77 mi
Aardvark Child Care & Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Glen Mills 4.87 mi
St Cornelius School Roman Catholic Preschool–K Chadds Ford 4.92 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Wilmington (19810), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
  • Average salary of people in this community: $65,900

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 3,290
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.65
  • Households w/ Children: 57%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 8,032 (78.5%)
  • Rented: 1,748 (17.1%)
  • Vacant: 449 (4.4%)
  • Total: 10,229

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.

Total: 25,978
Households: 9,780
Median Age: 45.30

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.2%
  • Some High School: 1.8%
  • High School Graduate: 22.7%
  • Some College: 15.8%
  • Associate Degree: 7.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 28.3%
  • Graduate Degree: 22.4%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $93,497

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: $1,027
  • One Bedroom: $1,004
  • Two Bedroom: $1,205
  • Three Bedroom: $1,570
  • Four Bedroom: $1,923

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Listing Courtesy of: Compass , (302) 202-9855, ashley.hess@compass.com

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1802 Hettering Road, Wilmington, DE 19810-1632

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