We are thinking about moving to Wilmington for a job. We are looking for an area that (1) has good to excellent schools; (2) is close enough to walk

Meredith P
Home Buyer
06511

or a quick bus ride to the DuPont headquarters; and (3) where we can live on a street with lots of shopping, restaurants, and pedestrian traffic even after dark (quiet is nice, but people walking around and coming out of restaurants and shopping is safer). Is such a neighborhood a possibility? We would spend up to $350,000.

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Diane Riffee
Agent
Wilmington, DE

If you want a neighborhood with 'walkability' and close proximity to DuPont, then definitely the Trolley Square area would be your best bet. Also the adjoining area called 'The Highlands'. Cool Spring, while a lovely historic district, does not offer quite the ease of restaurants and shopping. You have to cross over Pennsylvania to get to those services. And there are a number of properties available under $350,000. I have a listing on W. 13th Street that is in that price range & easy walking distance to the shops at Toscana, grocery store, drug store, other restaurants, etc. Call me or email me and I will be glad to provide you with more information. If you will share your email address, I can provide you with a periodic list of properties currently available and update you as new ones come on the market. You are welcome to call my direct line: 302-429-7341. I look forward to speaking with you.

Thu Nov 12 2009, 09:43
Christopher Pat...
Agent
Bear, DE

Meredith

You have made an excellent choice in Wilmington. Both prior answers to your questions are correct but I would not limit you to a small sample of Wilmington neighborhoods. There are several other pockets of neighborhoods within the area that may interest you as well. You may be amazed at the multitude of architectural looks throughout the city. I have put together a small portfolio of homes that may fit your needs. I hope that this helps.

http://www.trendmls.com/mls/Client/Email/EmailClick.aspx?s=7…

Don't hesitate to contact me with any other questions or concerns that you may have. Have a great weekend and best of luck with your home search..........................................chris

Web Reference: http://Come2DE.com
Sat Oct 31 2009, 04:28
Jacqueline Roark
Agent
Bear, DE

Cool Springs is another area to look at.

http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/Cool_Spring_-_Tilton/home

Web Reference: http://www.jroark.com
Fri Oct 30 2009, 13:21
John Bogucki
Agent
19707
FIRST ANSWER

The Trolley Square section of Wilmington fits that description. Here is a link for Trolley Sqaure visitors.

http://www.visittrolleysquare.com/

If you would like me to email you the available homes in the area feel free to call me at 302-489-9662 or email at john.bogucki@prufoxroach.com.

Fri Oct 30 2009, 13:12

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