$395,000
SOLD FEB 28, 2025

197 Privet Dr Smyrna, DE 19977

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,763 Sq Ft
10,625 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$224 Per Sq Ft

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Garden View
  • Screened Porch

About This Home

As of February 2025

Coming Soon! Showings will begin on January 8.
Step into this stunning single-story ranch home, featuring an open-concept design with 9-foot ceilings and a functional and flexible floor plan. To the left of the foyer is a private guest suite featuring a generous full bathroom. Just beyond, you'll find an office or flex space that could easily be converted into a third bedroom. Continuing down the hallway, the inviting great room opens up to a sun filled kitchen and breakfast nook, which leads to the screened in porch, offering a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The heart of the home is the kitchen, which will surely impress with plenty of beautiful white cabinetry, stunning granite countertops, and an expansive island, perfect for hosting and gathering. Equipped with stainless steel appliances—including a gas range and deep double sinks—this bright kitchen is a chef's dream. The great room boasts a gas fireplace and decorative windows to create a warm and inviting space. The owner's suite is a true retreat, offering a spacious walk-in closet and an all-white en-suite bath with a large shower and double vanity. For added convenience, the laundry/mud room is located just off the kitchen, with direct access to the two-car garage.
The backyard is fully fenced, with a shed added for extra storage. As a resident of Willowwood, you'll enjoy access to a variety of amenities, including a clubhouse, outdoor pool, tot lot, and snow removal services. This meticulous home nestled in the heart of Smyrna, and ideally located between Wilmington and Dover, will not disappoint. Schedule your tour!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shalini Sawhney

Burns & Ellis Realtors License #RS-0024680 Listed on: 01/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Prince Walker

Foraker Realty Co. License #RS0038970

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,826

Year Built

  • Built in 2019

Lot Details

  • 10,625 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85.00 x 125.00
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned AC

HOA Fees

  • $44 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,763 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • French Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Screened Porch
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Garden Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Schools

  • Smyrna High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Suburban Location

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3500-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number DC-00-02801-01-3500-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Willowwood HOA
  • Built by DR Horton
  • Willowwood Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,826

Year Built

Built in 2019

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$44 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2025-01-08
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2019
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Coming Soon! Showings will begin on January 8. Step into this stunning single-story ranch home, featuring an open-concept design with 9-foot ceilings and a functional and flexible floor plan. To the left of the foyer is a private guest suite featuring a generous full bathroom. Just beyond, you'll find an office or flex space that could easily be converted into a third bedroom. Continuing down the hallway, the inviting great room opens up to a sun filled kitchen and breakfast nook, which leads to the screened in porch, offering a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The heart of the home is the kitchen, which will surely impress with plenty of beautiful white cabinetry, stunning granite countertops, and an expansive island, perfect for hosting and gathering. Equipped with stainless steel appliances—including a gas range and deep double sinks—this bright kitchen is a chef's dream. The great room boasts a gas fireplace and decorative windows to create a warm and inviting space. The owner's suite is a true retreat, offering a spacious walk-in closet and an all-white en-suite bath with a large shower and double vanity. For added convenience, the laundry/mud room is located just off the kitchen, with direct access to the two-car garage. The backyard is fully fenced, with a shed added for extra storage. As a resident of Willowwood, you'll enjoy access to a variety of amenities, including a clubhouse, outdoor pool, tot lot, and snow removal services. This meticulous home nestled in the heart of Smyrna, and ideally located between Wilmington and Dover, will not disappoint. Schedule your tour!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Floor Plan - Open, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
  • Door Features: French, Six Panel
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Screened Porch
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Main Floor, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1763
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1763
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 224.05
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1763
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 197

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • 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: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Pitched
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, 220 Volts
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Tankless, Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector, Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 530.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Name: WILLOWWOOD
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Pool Features: In Ground

Schools

  • School District: SMYRNA
  • High School: SMYRNA
  • School District Key: 300200396884
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: SMYRNA

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard, Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • Lot Dimensions: 85.00 x 125.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10625.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: AC
  • In City Limits: No

Building Info

  • Builder Name: DR Horton

Rental Info

  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1826.26
  • Assessor Parcel Number: DC-00-02801-01-3500-000
  • Tax Lot: 3500-000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1763
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 02/28/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SMYRNA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 4, 2025
Closed on
Feb 28, 2025
Sold by
Vonklinggraeff Barthold Konrad and Von Klinggraeff Jennifer
Bought by
Rose Tanya
Seller's Agent
Shalini Sawhney
Burns & Ellis Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Prince Walker
Foraker Realty Co.
List Price
$395,000
Sold Price
$395,000
Views
147
Current Estimated Value
$399,385

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,385
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.48%
Original Mortgage
$131,000
Outstanding Balance
$130,453
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$268,932

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2022
Sold by
Vera Frank A
Bought by
Vonklinggraeff Barthold Konrad and Von Klinggraeft Jennifer

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$397,824
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2019
Sold by
D R Horton Inc
Bought by
Vera Frank A and Vera Tommie C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$287,005
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2012
Sold by
Brenford Road Associates Llc
Bought by
Willowcap Llc
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $395,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $395,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $384,000 --
Deed $287,005 None Available
Deed $1,031,246 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $131,000 New Conventional
Closed $131,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $397,824 VA
Previous Owner $286,700 VA
Previous Owner $288,234 VA
Previous Owner $287,005 VA
Previous Owner $575,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2025 02/28/25 Sold $395,000 0.0% $224 / Sq Ft
01/30/2025 01/30/25 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2025 01/04/25 For Sale $395,000 -- $224 / 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 $1,826 $353,700 $78,400 $275,300
2023 $1,528 $45,400 $5,500 $39,900
2022 $1,476 $45,400 $5,500 $39,900
2021 $1,443 $45,400 $5,500 $39,900
2020 $1,284 $45,400 $5,500 $39,900
2019 $122 $45,400 $5,500 $39,900
2018 $122 $5,500 $5,500 $0
2017 $122 $5,500 $0 $0
2016 $124 $5,500 $0 $0
2015 -- $5,500 $0 $0
2014 -- $5,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DEKT2033972

Bright MLS

APN: 1-00-02801-01-3500-000