NOT LISTED FOR SALE

139 Franklin Ave Unit 1 Lewes, DE 19958

Estimated Value: $721,000 - $943,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
$553/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 15, 2017

Last sale price $470,000 $313 Per Sq Ft

Est. 77% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,471/month

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • No HOA
  • Lewes Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • 4-minute walk to Zwaanendsle Park

About This Home

As of September 2017

NEWLY REMODELED IN-TOWN LEWES home blends classic historic architecture with desirable modern day upgrades! Updates include a completely renovated kitchen featuring granite counters, tile back-splash, brand-new stainless steel appliances, & breakfast bar open to the dining room, refinished hardwood flooring on the first floor, remodeled baths, new exterior privacy fence, and so much more! Traditional Lewes charm with modern comforts await - all within a few blocks of Downtown Lewes shopping, restaurants, library and recreation, and just minutes to the beach and Coastal Highway!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lee Ann Wilkinson

(302) 278-6726 leeann@leeanngroup.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty License #RA-0002064 Listed on: 07/07/2017

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Lee Ann Wilkinson

(302) 278-6726 leeann@leeanngroup.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty License #RA-0002064 Listed on: 07/07/2017

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $888

Year Built

  • Built in 1902

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 59x100x60x103
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Landscaped
  • Historic Home

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Outbuilding
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Storm Doors

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property is used as a vacation rental
  • Assessor Parcel Number 335-08.12-23.00

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$888

Year Built

Built in 1902

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Farm House
  • Sussex De Quadrants: East of Rt 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1902
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Country, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight(s)
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Level Count: 2
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1500
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1500
  • Net Sq Ft: 1500.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 326.60
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1500
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Outside Shower, Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially
  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Dimensions: 59X100X60X103
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6098.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Zoning Description: TOWN CODES
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: Yes

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5216245
  • Tax Annual Amount: 888.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 335-08.12-23.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2017
Closed on
Sep 15, 2017
Sold by
Krulac David A
Bought by
Cardano Donna M and Randolph Kevin W
Seller's Agent
Lee Ann Wilkinson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lee Ann Wilkinson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
List Price
$489,900
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-4.06%
Current Estimated Value
$830,121

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$360,121
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.26%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Cardano Donna M $470,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/15/2017 09/15/17 Sold $470,000 -4.1% $313 / Sq Ft
07/15/2017 07/15/17 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2017 07/07/17 For Sale $489,900 -- $327 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2025 $1,398 $8,450 $0 $8,450
2024 $527 $8,450 $0 $8,450
2023 $527 $8,450 $0 $8,450
2022 $509 $8,450 $0 $8,450
2021 $504 $8,450 $0 $8,450
2020 $502 $8,450 $0 $8,450
2019 $503 $8,450 $0 $8,450
2018 $470 $10,700 $0 $0
2017 $450 $10,700 $0 $0
2016 $427 $10,700 $0 $0
2015 $408 $10,700 $0 $0
2014 $405 $10,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lee Ann Wilkinson

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Lee Ann Wilkinson

    BHHS PenFed (actual)

    (302) 278-6726

    1,064 in this area

    1,870 Total Sales

    Lee Ann Wilkinson
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001031172

Bright MLS

APN: 335-08.12-23.00-1

Delaware Sussex County Lewes 19958

139 Franklin Ave Unit 1, Lewes, DE

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