158 Paladin Dr #158, Wilmington, DE 19802

Description

Tucked at the far edge of the Paladin Club community, framed by a canopy of old-growth trees, 158 Paladin Drive is the kind of quiet retreat that rarely comes to market. Held in the same family since the community’s inception, this top-floor condo offers a serene, low-density setting with townhomes across the way and effortless parking right outside your door.
A Sanctuary Above the Trees
Inside this top-floor residence, soaring vaulted ceilings in the living room amplify the natural light. Big front-facing windows flood the home with warm afternoon sun throughout the summer, while bright winter light streams across the living space and into the primary bedroom.
Off the bedroom, a versatile bonus room with its own window offers the ideal footprint for a dedicated work-from-home office or a custom walk-in closet. Beneath your feet, poured concrete subfloors provide superior sound buffering and peace of mind.
Modern comfort and major systems are already taken care of:
HVAC & Hot Water Heater: Upgraded within the last 5 years.
Flooring: Modernized throughout the last 5 years.
Kitchen Upgrades: Custom cold water filtration system installed directly at the sink.
Storage: Includes a spacious, dry, ground-floor storage unit with a window for natural light and ventilation.
Indoor-Outdoor Living
Step through the sliding doors onto your private deck—a seamless extension of the living space. Mornings here begin with coffee alongside the gentle serenade of songbirds nesting in the surrounding tree line. In the evening, unwind to the glow of fireflies and the quiet calm of an established, tree-filled neighborhood.
Maintenance-Free Living & Turnkey Amenities
At just $230 per month, the condominium association handles the heavy lifting so you can enjoy true lock-and-leave convenience:
Included Utilities & Services: Water, sewer, trash pick-up (twice weekly), recycling, and pest control.
Exterior & Grounds: Weekly seasonal landscaping, winter snow removal and de-icing, seasonal gutter cleaning, exterior building maintenance, and roof care.
Community Features: Beautifully maintained walking paths, garden pockets, tennis courts, and access to the sparkling community pool (available for an annual summer fee).
Unbeatable Proximity & Connectivity
Located in North Wilmington, Delaware, 158 Paladin Drive pairs neighborhood seclusion with immediate access to top local spots and major regional hubs.
Local Favorites (1–3 Miles): Minutes to Scout Café, Brew HaHa!, the new North Wilmington (NOMA) Library, Trolley Square, and local dining along Concord Pike and Brandywine Town Center.
Parks & Outdoor Recreation: Quick access to Bellevue State Park, Rockford Park, Brandywine Park, and Alapocas Run State Park for hiking trails and riverfront views.
Commuter & Travel Hubs:
Amtrak Station (Wilmington): 8 minutes away (catch the train to NYC in under 2 hours).
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): 20–30 minutes via quick access to I-95, I-495, and Route 202.
Downtown Philadelphia: 35 minutes by car.
Key Property Details
Paladin Club Condominiums (Top Floor)
Special Layout Features
Vaulted Ceilings, Bonus Office/Closet Room, Concrete Subfloors
Recent Upgrades
Water Heater (<5 yrs), Flooring (<5 yrs), Sink Water Filter
Storage
Dedicated Private Ground-Floor Unit with Window
HOA Fee
$230/month (Includes Water, Sewer, Trash 2x/wk, Recycling, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal)
Location Highlights
8 Min to Wilmington Amtrak, 20 Min to PHL Airport, Minutes to I-95/I-495/Rt 202