NOT LISTED FOR SALE

153 Columbia Ave Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Estimated Value: $1,383,063 - $1,968,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,400 Sq Ft
$1,284/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 28, 2018

Last sale price $1,040,000 $743 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,045/month

87 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Rehoboth Elementary School Rated A
  • Coastal Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Deer Park

About This Home

As of December 2018

Beautifully remodeled "Old Rehoboth" cottage located in the Pines neighborhood in the Summer Capital of Rehoboth Beach! This is your perfect beach getaway with everything updated and ready to enjoy! In 2014 a new roof was installed, new oak floors, new bathrooms with heated towel bars, new linear gas fireplace in living room for those cool Fall evenings, continuous hot water heater and a new kitchen with Bosch S/S appliances and Silestone counters. Lovingly restored to keep the original character of the home, and upgraded with the attention to detail for easy resort living. Lots of outside living areas with multiple decks situated around the home. This classic cottage is sold fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment. Just a short walk to the beach , shopping and Rehoboth's fine dining.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Terry Millman

Jack Lingo - Rehoboth License #RA-0002220 Listed on: 08/21/2018

Jack Lingo - Rehoboth

Co-Listed By

Rick Monkman

Jack Lingo - Rehoboth License #RS-0016097

Last Buyer's Agent

Tjark Bateman

Jack Lingo - Rehoboth License #RS-0023037

Jack Lingo - Rehoboth

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,087

Year Built

  • Built in 1950 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 100
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Property is in very good condition

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,400 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Stone Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Rehoboth Elementary School
  • Beacon Middle School
  • Cape Henlopen High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Propane
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • North Rehoboth Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 138.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number 334-13.20-138.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,087

Year Built

Built in 1950 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal
  • Sussex De Quadrants: East of Rt 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: furniture
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Year Renovated: 2014
  • Remarks Public: Beautifully remodeled "Old Rehoboth" cottage located in the Pines neighborhood in the Summer Capital of Rehoboth Beach! This is your perfect beach getaway with everything updated and ready to enjoy! In 2014 a new roof was installed, new oak floors, new bathrooms with heated towel bars, new linear gas fireplace in living room for those cool Fall evenings, continuous hot water heater and a new kitchen with Bosch S/S appliances and Silestone counters. Lovingly restored to keep the original character of the home, and upgraded with the attention to detail for easy resort living. Lots of outside living areas with multiple decks situated around the home. This classic cottage is sold fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment. Just a short walk to the beach , shopping and Rehoboth's fine dining.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Attic, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Insulated, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1400
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1400
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 785.64
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1400
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 153

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Shingle Siding
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s), Outside Shower
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Stone Driveway
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Refuse: 275.00
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Phone Available, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Community
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • Elementary School: REHOBOTH
  • Middle School: BEACON
  • High School: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 300200396895
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: REHOBOTH
  • High School: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • Middle Or Junior School: BEACON

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 100
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5000.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: R-1
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Yes
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 647.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1087.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 334-13.20-138.00
  • Tax Lot: 138.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 12/28/2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2018
Closed on
Dec 27, 2018
Sold by
Herman Nancy J and Halfaker Frances D
Bought by
Conover Everest S and Merlis-Conover Pamela
Seller's Agent
Terry Millman
Jack Lingo - Rehoboth
Buyer's Agent
Tjark Bateman
Jack Lingo - Rehoboth
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,040,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$210,000
-16.8%
Current Estimated Value
$1,797,266

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$757,266
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.65%
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Outstanding Balance
$674,761
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,111,015

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 15, 2011
Closed on
Sep 17, 2012
Sold by
Barbour Dennis J
Bought by
Halfaker Frances D and Herman Nancy J
Seller's Agent
Justin Healy
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Terry Millman
Jack Lingo - Rehoboth
List Price
$700,000
Sold Price
$700,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.51%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Conover Everest S $1,040,000 --
Halfaker Frances D $700,000 --
Halfaker Frances D $700,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Conover Everest S $510,400
Open Conover Everest S $760,000
Previous Owner Halfaker Frances D $417,000
Previous Owner Halfaker Frances D $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/28/2018 12/28/18 Sold $1,040,000 -5.4% $743 / Sq Ft
11/16/2018 11/16/18 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2018 11/12/18 Price Changed $1,099,900 -8.3% $786 / Sq Ft
10/01/2018 10/01/18 Price Changed $1,199,900 -4.0% $857 / Sq Ft
08/21/2018 08/21/18 For Sale $1,250,000 +78.6% $893 / Sq Ft
09/17/2012 09/17/12 Sold $700,000 0.0% --
12/15/2011 12/15/11 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2011 10/15/11 For Sale $700,000 -- --
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
2024 $848 $17,200 $7,500 $9,700
2023 $847 $17,200 $7,500 $9,700
2022 $818 $17,200 $7,500 $9,700
2021 $810 $17,200 $7,500 $9,700
2020 $808 $17,200 $7,500 $9,700
2019 $809 $17,200 $7,500 $9,700
2018 $755 $17,200 $0 $0
2017 $723 $17,200 $0 $0
2016 $687 $17,200 $0 $0
2015 $657 $17,200 $0 $0
2014 $652 $17,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002219456

Bright MLS

APN: 334-13.20-138.00