NOT LISTED FOR SALE

205 Forsythia Dr Newark, DE 19711

Christiana Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $335,000 - $394,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,850 Sq Ft
$202/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 29, 2017

Last sale price $199,000 $108 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,146/month

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Heritage Elementary School Rated A-
  • Corner Lot
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of December 2017

Well Maintained, Adorable Split Level in the popular community of Meadowood. This 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 1 car garage has so much potential. Hardwood flooring throughout, large family room and 4th bedroom or study with 1/2 bath on the lower level makes this home very spacious. Full basement can be easily finished. This home is a great investment and is being sold "AS IS" and PRICED TO SELL! Make an appointment to see today before it is SOLD! SHOWINGS START Black Friday, 11-24-17

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michelle Marini

(302) 494-8261 mmarini13@yahoo.com RE/MAX Elite Listed on: 11/19/2017

RE/MAX Elite

Last Buyer's Agent

Toni Bowersox

tonibowersox@lnf.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,980

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 84x110
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is zoned NC6.5

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asbestos

Interior Spaces

  • 1,850 Sq Ft Home
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Meadowood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 002
  • Assessor Parcel Number 08-049.30-002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,980

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer & Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Wall
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: Other
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1850
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1850
  • Net Sq Ft: 1850.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 102.70
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1850
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Asbestos
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 50800.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 11100.00
  • Lot Features: Corner, Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Dimensions: 84X110
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10019.00
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Zoning: NC6.5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2288324
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1980.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08-049.30-002
  • Tax Lot: 002
  • Tax Year: 2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 19, 2017
Closed on
Dec 29, 2017
Sold by
Huhn Joan M and Huhn Timothy J
Bought by
Marro Joseph T
Seller's Agent
Michelle Marini
RE/MAX Elite
Buyer's Agent
Toni Bowersox
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$190,000
Sold Price
$199,000
Premium/Discount to List
$9,000
4.74%
Current Estimated Value
$372,822

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$173,822
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.35%
Original Mortgage
$195,395
Outstanding Balance
$164,083
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$208,739
Source: Public Records

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
Marro Joseph T -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Marro Joseph T $195,395
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/29/2017 12/29/17 Sold $199,000 +4.7% $108 / Sq Ft
11/27/2017 11/27/17 Pending -- -- --
11/20/2017 11/20/17 For Sale $190,000 -- $103 / 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 $2,287 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2023 $2,018 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2022 $2,042 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2021 $2,041 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2020 $2,048 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2019 $2,350 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2018 $2,004 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2017 $480 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2016 $458 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2015 -- $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
2014 $397 $61,900 $11,100 $50,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michelle Marini

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Michelle Marini

    RE/MAX

    (302) 494-8261

    3 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Michelle Marini
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Toni Bowersox

    Long & Foster

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004178855

Bright MLS

APN: 08-049.30-002

Delaware New Castle County Newark 19711 Christiana

205 Forsythia Dr, Newark, DE

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