NEW PRICE! Exciting opportunity to own a piece of North Wilmington history. 1609 Bedford was the first home built in Deerhurst Section II, circa 1950. It was originally owned by William and Betty Ward, and was known as the "Ward Hilton." Today, there's Ward Park with an entrance on Bedford Road where there's a playground, jungle gym, baseball field and picnic tables. Character and charm define this home. Upon entering the foyer, you're greeted by the original stone walls. The foyer is flanked by a large living room with wood floors, crown molding, recessed lighting and built-ins. The spacious dining room is rich in detail with crown molding, recessed lighting, built-ins and a wood burning fireplace. French doors lead from the dining room to a charming screened-in front porch. Eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops, under mount sink, tile backsplash, center island, double oven, pendant lighting and a walk-in pantry. The first floor also includes bedroom with a full bath, a hallway full bath, family room (currently being used as office and exercise room) with sliders to back yard, deck and access to the driveway--this area could easily be converted into an in-law suite. There's also a 2-car attached turned garage. Upstairs, the large master bedroom has a walk-in closet, and a generously sized bathroom with double sink vanity, jetted soaking tub and a separate shower. There are also two bright bedrooms and a full bathroom on the 2nd floor. The finished basement is where you'll find the laundry room, another full bathroom and an office area that's currently set up as a bedroom. Deerhurst is an inviting community located near Rt. 202, I-95, parkland, AI DuPont Hospital, shopping and restaurants.