Brian Foraker
Foraker Realty Co.
(484) 779-1602
417 Total Sales
1 in Brandywine
$385,000 Price
Brandywine
Suburban Neighborhood in Wilmington, Delaware
New Castle County 19317, 19803, 19810
Located on the northern edge of the Delaware state line is the unincorporated Brandywine. "The neighborhood is locally known as Brandywine Hundred. The area was settled in the 1600s but wasn't built up until the 1950s," says Monica Hill, a Realtor with RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington. "The community has larger homes as well as brick constructions. Here, the properties look like salt and pepper sets." This means one street may have ranch styles while the next maintains a similar uniform aesthetic.
Well-maintained homes with green lawns offer a charming curb appeal to the streetscape. You will notice a significant number of split levels and Colonial Revivals among the housing stock. The area also contains town homes inside the adult community of the Village of Brandywine, as well as manufactured dwellings among Winterset Farms. On average, houses within the neighborhood leave the market between $350,000 to $650,000. Buyers can expect most homes larger than 2,000 square feet to list for over $500,000. "Over the years, the standard of living has remained constant. Brandywine properties stayed strong during the 2008 housing crisis. The community has a strong market as well as solid hospitals and schools," Hill says.
Residents are served by the Brandywine School District. The youngest students start their day at Hanby Elementary, considered Delaware's first green school. The building has a rooftop rainwater system, energy-efficient equipment and well-insulated structural walls. Springer Middle School promises academic programs focusing on STEM, Visual Arts and World Languages. Both elementary and middle schools earned a B+ on Niche. Concord High, which received an A-, provides CTE pathways in Business, STEM and Family Consumer Sciences.
The neighborhood has many walking paths that are an open invitation to unwind in the fresh air. But the area also contains a few recreational spaces nearby. Dartmouth Woods Park is a small space with a half-basketball court nestled between homes on Dartmouth Woods Road. Just 5 miles to the west is Brandywine Creek Park; the grounds boast hiking trails, picnic areas and fishing locations spread over 900 acres. Within the neighborhood is the Brandywine Town Center Playground and community center, where locals can enjoy views of the man-made pond.
Many visit the Brandywine Town Center to satisfy day-to-day needs. The commercial hub is considered the heartbeat of the community. You'll find Target and Trader Joe's to restock household supplies, in addition to retailers and restaurants. Inside the sleek interior of Ulysses Gastropub, you can order relaxed bar eats such as pulled pork sandwiches, nachos and poutine. The Hideaway Bar and Grill is a tucked-away local watering hole with live music and line dancing. Locals may also head to the many shops of downtown Wilmington, about 10 miles away.
The community gets its name from Brandywine Creek, named after a popular drink among Dutch settlers due to the water's color. The area contains the Ebright Azimuth marker, denoting an elevation of 447.8 feet above sea level, considered the highest point in the state. Hill says that Brandywine is near major highways with easy commutes to Pennsylvania and New York.
Written By
Ashley Kennedy
Photography Contributed By
Joe Pulcinella
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brian Foraker
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Sabri Thompson
Sabri Thompson
Foraker Realty Co.
(856) 276-5092
114 Total Sales
1 in Brandywine
$555,000 Price
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Jemimah Chuks
Jemimah Chuks
EXP Realty, LLC
(302) 240-3321
282 Total Sales
1 in Brandywine
$360,000 Price
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DIEGO REYES RODRIGUEZ
DIEGO REYES RODRIGUEZ
Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
(302) 404-0801
56 Total Sales
1 in Brandywine
$82,000 Price
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Neil Douen
Neil Douen
EXP Realty, LLC
(856) 351-4301
165 Total Sales
2 in Brandywine
$510K - $535K Price Range
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Jerry Strusowski
Jerry Strusowski
BHHS Fox & Roach-Kennett Sq
(302) 504-6332
52 Total Sales
1 in Brandywine
$411,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Dartmouth Woods Park
Jester Park
Bonsall Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Brandywine Town Center Playground
Northcrest Park
Harvey Mill Park
Bechtel Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Brandywine | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brandywine, Wilmington sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Brandywine, Wilmington over the last 12 months is $487,632, up 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$486,000
Median Single Family Price
$486,000
Median Townhouse Price
$590,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$245,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$228
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
38
Months of Supply
0.60
Median List Price
$493,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,304
Median Year Built
1971
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,197
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,607
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,044
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,899
Median Age
52
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,127
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$128,221
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
47.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.8%
% Population in Labor Force
58%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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