153 Columbia Ave Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,400
Sq Ft
5,000
Sq Ft Lot
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 2018Beautifully 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
Jack Lingo - Rehoboth License #RA-0002220 Listed on: 08/21/2018
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
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
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$780,364
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.89%
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Outstanding Balance
$674,761
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,145,603
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
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,040,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $700,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $700,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $510,400 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Open | $760,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Unknown |
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
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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Terry Millman
Seller's Agent in 2018
Terry Millman
Jack Lingo - Rehoboth
(302) 226-6640
29 in this area
58 Total Sales
-
Rick Monkman
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Rick Monkman
Jack Lingo - Rehoboth
(302) 226-6658
26 in this area
52 Total Sales
-
Tjark Bateman
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Tjark Bateman
Jack Lingo - Rehoboth
(302) 745-0018
49 in this area
92 Total Sales
-
Justin Healy
Seller's Agent in 2012
Justin Healy
OCEAN ATLANTIC SOTHEBYS
(302) 542-6610
11 in this area
23 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002219456
APN: 334-13.20-138.00
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