Bobby Carter
Crown Homes Real Estate
(302) 216-4178
103 Total Sales
3 in Elsmere
$215K - $400K Price Range
17 Oak Ave Wilmington, DE 19805
Elsmere AreaEstimated Value: $204,000 - $265,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
950
Sq Ft
$239/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cape Cod Architecture
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 4-minute walk to Bryan Martin Park
About This Home
As of May 2026Welcome to 17 Oak Avenue in Elsmere, DE. This 2 bedroom 1 bath home would be a great addition to an investor portfolio. The current rent is 1700/month and the lease ends on June 30th. Current tenants wish to remain longer. The lot is oversized for the area at .28 acres and has a 2 car detached garage. The home is in need of some cosmetic upgrades, but is solid. Updates include roof (2022), HVAC (2023)
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 202-9855 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass Brokerage Phone: 3022029855 Listed on: 02/19/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
(302) 299-1100 kerrimolnar@gmail.com Keller Williams Realty Wilmington License #RS314183
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,547
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 12,196 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 80.00 x 150.00
- Property is zoned 19R1
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 950 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Schools
- Austin D. Baltz Elementary School
- Stanton Middle School
- Thomas Mckean High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Oak Grove Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 141
- Assessor Parcel Number 19-004.00-141
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 19, 2026
Closed on
May 1, 2026
Sold by
Williams John and Earl W Williams Jr Testamentary Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Blair Helmick
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Kerri L. Molnar
Keller Williams Realty Wilmington
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$205,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-8.89%
Views
155
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
$21,710
Avg. Annual Appreciation
36.97%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 1991
Bought by
Williams Earl W
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Wilmington, DE
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Bobby Carter
-
Stephanie Coho
Stephanie Coho
Responds QuicklyCompass RE
(856) 351-5461
237 Total Sales
2 in Elsmere
$315K - $330K Price Range
-
Carol Fahy
Carol Fahy
Brokers Realty Group, LLC
(302) 643-2896
54 Total Sales
1 in Elsmere
$180,000 Price
-
Joseph Berchock
Joseph Berchock
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Associates - Newark
(484) 779-6870
72 Total Sales
1 in Elsmere
$85,000 Price
-
Jemimah Chuks
Jemimah Chuks
EXP Realty, LLC
(302) 240-3321
375 Total Sales
2 in Elsmere
$155K - $335K Price Range
-
Ryan Fitzwater
Ryan Fitzwater
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
(302) 665-1447
60 Total Sales
1 in Elsmere
$170,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $205,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Williams Earl W | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2026 05/07/26 | Sold | $205,000 | -8.9% | $216 / Sq Ft |
| 03/16/2026 03/16/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/19/2026 02/19/26 | For Sale | $225,000 | 0.0% | $237 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2026 02/17/26 | Price Changed | $225,000 | -- | $237 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $1,972 | $279,100 | $46,400 | $232,700 |
| 2024 | $1,269 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2023 | $1,106 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2022 | $1,106 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2021 | $1,075 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2020 | $1,082 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2019 | $1,438 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2018 | $1,094 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2017 | $1,090 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2016 | $1,035 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2015 | $960 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
| 2014 | $877 | $38,700 | $10,900 | $27,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Blair Helmick
Seller's Agent in 2026
Blair Helmick
Compass
(302) 354-6216
43 Total Sales
-
Kerri L. Molnar
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Kerri L. Molnar
Keller Williams Realty Wilmington
(302) 650-5616
93 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC2096186
APN: 19-004.00-141
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