242 LOCUST AVE Wilmington, DE 19805

Welcome home! This lovely Twin home has been well cared for by original owners. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, main level laundry, an addition, enclosed deck with entry ramp, full basement along with a nice size yard and plenty of parking, this home is a GEM. Entering the main level, you are Welcomed by the full view storm door and formal solid wood front door that has glass insert. Stepping into the home, you will find a very neutral pallet of gray tone painted walls and coordinated plush carpet on the 1st and 2nd floors. Living room has a nice open spindle stairwell, a beautiful bay window, generous sized coat closet and is open to the dining room. There is a charming arched insert from the Dining room to the large addition Great Room that allows for the a very modern open concept; just around the corner is the Kitchen. Kitchen offers range hood, Stove, dishwasher, large sink area overlooking a window that brings in the sunshine, tile counters, deep-tone cabinets and vinyl flooring. From the Kitchen there is access to the large Great Room addition and the enclosed deck with a half glass door. The additional bonus room is amazingly sized, has a wall trimmed in deco brick with surrounding wood panel and access to a large powder room and main floor laundry. Taking a quick peek outside. The supersized deck is enclosed and offers both a stairway to the driveway plus a ramp; perfect for comfortable entry or wheelchair access to the home. Upstairs the Master bedroom is roomy enough for more than just a bed and nightstands. This will be your relaxation getaway. There are two other spacious bedrooms on this level and a nice hall bath that has shower, single vanity cabinet with solid surface top and storage mirror plus a great over mirror lighting and a full window for plenty of natural light. The 3rd bedroom was set up for a walk-in style closet, the sellers left the design in place; just in case the new owners would love a great organization option. Down stairs the basement has a beyond storage feel with bright sunshine flowing in, a second laundry area, and clean open space to enjoy a workshop. Systems include: Gas hot air heat, central ac, gas water heater all complimented by brick exterior with replacement style Anderson double hung windows w storm windows & screens, storm doors and modern entry door with glass insert. Since this home has an unusually large lot and a half, there are vast array of parking options available for the updated private driveway parking as well as an amazing yard. The backyard and side yard area is fenced, the land is level and well-manicured with one nice shade tree and a large 10 by 16 shed. Not only is there there is room for a pool but you will enjoy the space for all your entertainment desires. Elsmere Gardens is located conveniently in the Town of Elsmere off Kirkwood Hwy, close to I95, Rt 141, Rt 100 and is part of Red Clay School District feeder pattern. The Home is solid, Seller is asking for an "as is" sale offer. Inquire today about special funding to see if you can utilize a 3% down conventional loan that offers no mortgage insurance all at a low rate.