NOT LISTED FOR SALE

121 Murphy Rd Wilmington, DE 19803

Fairfax Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $442,000 - $482,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,375 Sq Ft
$193/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 24, 2012

Last sale price $260,000 $109 Per Sq Ft

Est. 75% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,564/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Brandywine High School Rated 9+
  • Wood Flooring
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of August 2012

This house will have you ooing and ahhing with its updates: vessel sink in powder room, skylights, granite and stainless steel eat-in kitchen, den with wood stove, huge family room, screened porch, flagstone covered patio, landscaping, gigantic master bedroom with walk-in cedar closet, and a separate dining room. Rt. 202, I-95, Philadelphia airport, train station, shopping centers, library, restaurants, waterfront restaurants, museums and gardens all just 5 - 25 minutes away. One year Home Trust Warranty included.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Phyllis Schmidt

pschmidt@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine License #TREND:4012540 Listed on: 06/28/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Nancy Carmine

ncarmine@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine License #TREND:4009721

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,340

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65 x 110
  • South Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Back and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $3 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,375 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Drainage System
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Lombardy Elementary School
  • Springer Middle School
  • Brandywine High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Fairfax Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06-101.00-083

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,340

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

6,970 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$3 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Walnut Dry Bar In Family Room Negotiable
  • Inclusions: Refrig, W/D, Ceiling Fans, Window A/C'S, Dw, Range, Window Treatments
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Whirlpool/Hottub, Wood Stove, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished, Drainage System
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2375
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2375
  • Net Sq Ft: 2375.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 109.47
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2375
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 40.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: LOMBARDY
  • High School: BRANDYWINE
  • Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGER

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Dimensions: 65 X 110
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6970.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2240604
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1340.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06-101.00-083
  • Tax Year: 2011

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BRANDYWINE

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2012
Closed on
Aug 24, 2012
Sold by
Drummond Stephen E and Drummond Ginger D
Bought by
Cowan Christopher S
Seller's Agent
Phyllis Schmidt
Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Carmine
Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine
List Price
$260,000
Sold Price
$260,000
Current Estimated Value
$455,971

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$195,971
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.28%
Original Mortgage
$255,290
Outstanding Balance
$174,339
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$284,614

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2005
Sold by
Williams Phylis Ann
Bought by
Drummond Stephen E and Drummond Ginger D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Cowan Christopher S $195,000 None Available
Drummond Stephen E $107,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cowan Christopher S $255,290
Previous Owner Drummond Stephen E $172,000
Closed Drummond Stephen E $43,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/24/2012 08/24/12 Sold $260,000 0.0% $109 / Sq Ft
07/03/2012 07/03/12 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2012 06/28/12 For Sale $260,000 -- $109 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $2,573 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2023 $2,351 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2022 $2,391 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2021 $2,391 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2020 $2,392 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2019 $2,658 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2018 $2,286 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2017 $2,250 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2016 $2,249 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2015 $2,069 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
2014 $2,068 $67,600 $11,800 $55,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Phyllis Schmidt

    Patterson Schwartz

  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Nancy Carmine

    Patterson Schwartz

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004015764

Bright MLS

APN: 06-101.00-083

Delaware New Castle County Wilmington 19803 Fairfax

121 Murphy Rd, Wilmington, DE

Not Listed for Sale

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