NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1608 W 5th St Wilmington, DE 19805

Little Italy Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $91,000 - $206,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
850 Sq Ft
$175/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 30, 2014

Last sale price $15,000 $18 Per Sq Ft

Est. 890% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $875/month

68 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Living Room
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Dining Room
  • Dupont (H.B.) Middle School Rated A
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 3-minute walk to William Judy Johnson Memorial Park

About This Home

As of January 2014

This house needs some work but would make a good investment as a rental property for someone handy. This property is a short sale, final price and commission are subject to bank approval. Property being sold "as is" no warranties expressed or implied. Inspections are for informational purposes only. Don't move forward with inspections or lawyer until we receive 3rd party approval. Laura Ventresca will be handling the short sale

Last Listed By

KEITH LEVITT

Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 09/24/2013

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • 1890

Lot Details

  • 871 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 12x75

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Fixer Upper
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 850 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partial Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 049
  • Assessor Parcel Number 26-027.30-049

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Features: 12
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Total Sq Ft: 850
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 850
  • Net Sq Ft: 850.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 21.18
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 850
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Pool: No Pool

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
  • School District Key: 300200396545

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 16900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 1700.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 12X75
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 871.00
  • Property Condition: Fixer
  • Zoning: 26R-3

Rental Info

  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2403800
  • Tax Annual Amount: 726.0
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 26-027.30-049
  • Tax Lot: 049

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2019
Sold by
Baez Katarina Sundquist
Bought by
Brickhouse Group Llc
Total Days on Market
68
Current Estimated Value
$148,500

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 24, 2013
Closed on
Jan 30, 2014
Sold by
Gm Property Management Inc
Bought by
Baez Katarina Sundquist
Seller's Agent
KEITH LEVITT
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dan Shainsky
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$18,000
Sold Price
$15,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-16.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2003
Sold by
Mullin Gregory J
Bought by
Gm Property Management Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2002
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota Na
Bought by
Mullin Gregory J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$51,138
Interest Rate
6.61%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2002
Sold by
Gagliardino Carmen J and Gagliardino Kathleen C
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota Na and Registered Holders Option One Mtg Loan T

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
Brickhouse Group Llc -- None Available
Baez Katarina Sundquist $15,000 None Available
Gm Property Management Inc -- --
Mullin Gregory J $28,000 --
Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota Na $29,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mullin Gregory J $51,138
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/30/2014 01/30/14 Sold $15,000 -16.7% $18 / Sq Ft
12/26/2013 12/26/13 Price Changed $18,000 0.0% $21 / Sq Ft
12/26/2013 12/26/13 For Sale $18,000 0.0% $21 / Sq Ft
12/01/2013 12/01/13 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2013 09/24/13 For Sale $18,000 -- $21 / 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
2024 $580 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2023 $504 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2022 $507 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2021 $506 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2020 $509 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2019 $883 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2018 $1,095 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2017 $824 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2016 $824 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2015 $788 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
2014 $748 $18,600 $1,700 $16,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    KEITH LEVITT

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • D

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Dan Shainsky

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (302) 249-3880

    1 in this area

    222 Total Sales

    Dan Shainsky
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003604402

Bright MLS

APN: 26-027.30-049

Delaware New Castle County Wilmington 19805 Little Italy

1608 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE

Homes for Sale in Wilmington, DE

This home is located at 1608 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE 19805 since 24 September 2013 and is currently estimated at $148,500, approximately $174 per square foot. This property was built in 1890. 1608 W 5th St is a home located in New Castle County with nearby schools including Warner Elementary School, Dupont (H.B.) Middle School, and Alexis I. du Pont High School.

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