501 E 5th St, Wilmington, DE 19801
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SOLD
JUN 8, 2026

501 E 5th St
Wilmington, DE 19801

East Side
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,325 sqft

$236,000

Last Sold: Jun 8, 2026
3% over list $230K
$178/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,414/mo*
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$236,000

Last Sold: Jun 8, 2026
3% over list $230K
$178/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,414/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,325 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1965
Living Area
1,325 sqft
Price/Sqft
$178/sqft

About this House

Welcome to this beautifully updated end-unit townhome offering space, style, and a flexible layout across multiple levels. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, including a lower-level bedroom, this home is perfect for comfortable everyday living with room to grow. The main level offers a bright and inviting living space with refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, and great natural light. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, white shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a clean subway tile backsplash, designed with both style and functionality in mind. Upstairs, you'll find well-sized bedrooms with hardwood flooring and ample closet space. The primary bedroom includes a private en-suite full bathroom and double closets, offering both convenience and comfort. An additional full bathroom has been updated with modern finishes. The lower level adds valuable living space with a bedroom and flexible area, ideal for guests, a home office, or a private retreat. Step outside to your private backyard with a brick patio and deck, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying outdoor space. Rare for the area, the home also includes 2 off-street parking spaces for added convenience.
501 E 5th St, Wilmington, DE 19801 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,325 sqft townhouse in East Side, built in 1965. It last sold for $236,000 on Jun 8, 2026 (3% above the $229,999 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $236,900, with a rent estimate of $2,192/month.

Home Details for 501 E 5th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1325 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Range, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Water Heater, Gas Water HeaterLaundry: HookupMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: WoodOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: PermanentNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Other Parking: Assigned ParkingNo CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Assigned,Parking Lot
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: City/CountyNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1325 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: End of Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExcellentParcel Number: 26043.20154

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $229,999Price Per Sqft: $178/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jun 10 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: WILMINGTONCommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: ChristinaJr High / Middle School District: ChristinaHigh School District: Christina

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1325 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2178 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive AgencyListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DENC2102236Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1325

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Lee Wolff, (717) 394-7283
FSBO Broker
Bought with: Yonathan Galindo, (302) 373-9073, Crown Homes Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2102236

Price History for 501 E 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
06/08/2026$236,000Sold
Bright MLS #DENC2102236
05/09/2026$229,999PendingBright MLS #DENC2102236
05/03/2026$229,999Listed For SaleBright MLS #DENC2102236
03/11/2026$125,000Sold
N/A
10/30/2017$87,200Sold
N/A
10/26/2017$90,000PendingAgent Provided
10/24/2017$90,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
10/04/2017$90,000PendingAgent Provided
08/25/2017$90,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/02/2017$99,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Wilmington

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$287K
$14.87KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
1.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$5MoM
Available listings
500
39MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$239,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 501 E 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
503 N Pine St, Wilmington, DE
0.03
Townhouse
$234,000
07/29/25
3
3
1,325
910 N Lombard St, Wilmington, DE
0.28
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$239,900
10/03/25
3
1.5
1,450
912 N Lombard St, Wilmington, DE
0.28
Townhouse
$239,900
03/20/26
3
1.5
1,450
914 N Lombard St, Wilmington, DE
0.29
Townhouse
$239,900
03/19/26
3
1.5
1,450
916 N Lombard St, Wilmington, DE
0.29
Townhouse
$239,900
10/06/25
3
1.5
1,450
7001/2 E 6th St, Wilmington, DE
0.12
Townhouse
$230,000
06/25/26
3
2.5
1,625
918 N Lombard St, Wilmington, DE
0.30
Townhouse
$247,000
09/26/25
3
1.5
1,450
706 Bennett St, Wilmington, DE
0.20
Townhouse
$135,000
10/03/25
4
1.5
1,325
516 E 9th St, Wilmington, DE
0.24
Townhouse
$184,000
04/30/26
4
2
1,625

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Neighborhood Overview

East Side
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What Locals Say about East Side

At least 39 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say car is needed

  • 63 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 58 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 35 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 27 % Say it's quiet

  • 26 % Say there are community events

  • 22 % Say people would walk alone at night

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    "Lived here for 10+ years and depending on where you go or in what area it can go either way but honestly I do not trust getting packages delivered only if I leave it with a neighbor or if I'm home waiting for it."
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  • Sharis W.
    "This isn’t the ideal place to live but for the price it serves a purpose. The neighbors mind their business as long as you do the same"
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  • Karesha S.
    "I really don’t know the people within my neighborhood I have lived here for 5 years now and my children can’t even go outside to play. I am currently look for another neighborhood so that my family can feel safe and they can grow up in a much better and pleasant environment. "
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    "I've lived in this neighborhood 5 years and the people around r friendly, a lot of schools and playgrounds around. not to far from major stores. I accept the fact u have to travel for a restaurant"
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  • Acire32
    "Not a good environment to raise children. To much drug dealing, loitering and vacant properties. Also it’s not clean because of low ownership."
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    "they have givebacks for the kids basketball leagues for the kids bbqs for the community events here and there for there side of town "
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