1206 W 8th St Wilmington, DE 19806
West Hill NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $407,000 - $470,962
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,050
Sq Ft
$147/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Deck
- Victorian Architecture
- 0.09 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- 2-minute walk to Tilton Park
About This Home
As of March 2014Enjoy the Breathtaking Panoramic View from your Private Rooftop Deck (redesigned/rebuilt 2010). . . . . . . OFF STREET PARKING(2-Car Driveway) in "Cool Spring" Historic District! . . . . . . Great Home! . . . . . . Great Condition! . . . . . . Great location! . . . . . . This Grand and Spacious, 3-story, Brick, Victorian twin has been Beautifully Renovated and Impeccably Maintained. . . . . . . Very Convenient to Shopping & Restaurants. . . . . . . 1st Floor includes a Tile Vestibule entry, Great Room and Dining Room with High Ceilings; Updated Eat-In Kitchen with Center Island Cooking and Seating. 1st Floor Bathroom Renovated (2011). 1st Floor Laundry, Pantry, Mudroom, Newly Tiled (2011). . . . . . . 2nd Floor includes a Master Suite with Large Sitting/Dressing Room and Private Bath; This floor has 2 additional Bedrooms and another Full Bath; 2nd Floor Re-Carpeted (2012). . . . . . . 3rd Floor includes a 2nd Master Suite or Au Pair Suite with Kitchenette; 3rd Floor Repainted (2012). . . . . . . This Beautiful Home has Hardwood Floors, Mechanical Updates, Nice Tile Baths, and Retains the Charm of a 19th Century Home. . . . . . . HVAC Systems have been Inspected and Maintained Annually. . . . . . . Nicely Landscaped property with Private, Fenced Backyard and Unique 2-Car Garage Converted Deck. ...and much more! . . . . . . **This Wonderful Home is NOT a Foreclosure, Short Sale, Bank Owned Home, REO, HUD Sale, or Auction.** . . . . . . THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE! . . . . . . Great Opportunity! . . . . . . MOVE IN READY.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,597
Year Built
- Built in 1913
Lot Details
- 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 30x132
- Northeast Facing Home
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 3,050 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Security System
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 3.5 Bathrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Exterior Lighting
- Porch
Schools
- Alexis I. Dupont High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 055
- Assessor Parcel Number 26-027.40-055
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 18, 2013
Closed on
Mar 28, 2014
Sold by
Gerdts Douglas D and Gerdts Wallace L
Bought by
Leonard Jill M and Taylor Kathleen K
Seller's Agent
Grimly Foret
RE/MAX Elite
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Montello Chlebek
McKee Group Realty, LLC
List Price
$290,000
Sold Price
$286,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-1.38%
Total Days on Market
122
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$161,991
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.06%
Original Mortgage
$228,800
Outstanding Balance
$177,377
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$268,961
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2003
Sold by
Rago R John and Mccormick Patrick J
Bought by
Gerdts Douglas D and Gerdts Wallace L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$197,300
Interest Rate
5.46%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leonard Jill M | $286,000 | None Available | |
| Gerdts Douglas D | $247,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Leonard Jill M | $228,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Gerdts Douglas D | $199,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gerdts Douglas D | $197,300 | |
| Closed | Gerdts Douglas D | $25,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/28/2014 03/28/14 | Sold | $286,000 | -1.4% | $94 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2014 02/17/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/15/2014 02/15/14 | Price Changed | $290,000 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 02/14/2014 02/14/14 | Price Changed | $290,001 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 02/09/2014 02/09/14 | Price Changed | $290,000 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2014 02/07/14 | Price Changed | $290,001 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2014 02/04/14 | Price Changed | $290,000 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2014 02/03/14 | Price Changed | $290,001 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 01/26/2014 01/26/14 | Price Changed | $290,000 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 01/24/2014 01/24/14 | Price Changed | $290,001 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 01/10/2014 01/10/14 | Price Changed | $290,000 | -0.3% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 01/09/2014 01/09/14 | Price Changed | $291,000 | +0.3% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 01/02/2014 01/02/14 | Price Changed | $290,000 | -0.3% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 01/01/2014 01/01/14 | Price Changed | $291,000 | +0.3% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 12/20/2013 12/20/13 | Price Changed | $290,000 | -0.3% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 12/18/2013 12/18/13 | Price Changed | $291,000 | +0.3% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 11/07/2013 11/07/13 | Price Changed | $290,000 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 11/07/2013 11/07/13 | Price Changed | $290,001 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2013 10/31/13 | Price Changed | $290,000 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2013 10/31/13 | Price Changed | $290,001 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 10/24/2013 10/24/13 | Price Changed | $290,000 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 10/24/2013 10/24/13 | Price Changed | $290,001 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 10/18/2013 10/18/13 | For Sale | $290,000 | -- | $95 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,877 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2023 | $2,500 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2022 | $2,512 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2021 | $2,508 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2020 | $2,522 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2019 | $4,375 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2018 | $2,510 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2017 | $2,506 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2016 | $2,375 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2015 | $3,907 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
| 2014 | $3,709 | $92,200 | $11,400 | $80,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Grimly Foret
Seller's Agent in 2014
Grimly Foret
RE/MAX
(302) 777-5987
1 in this area
31 Total Sales
-
Lisa Montello Chlebek
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Lisa Montello Chlebek
McKee Group Realty, LLC
(610) 357-8844
30 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003624736
APN: 26-027.40-055
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