NOT LISTED FOR SALE

205 Taft Ave Wilmington, DE 19805

Union Park Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $287,982 - $311,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,350 Sq Ft
$222/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 13, 2016

Last sale price $173,000 $128 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,703/month

53 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.14 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Patio

About This Home

As of July 2016

Brick 3BR 1BA semi-detached home with garage situated on rarely available large lot (162' deep) in popular Lancaster Village. Significant owner upgrades: remodeled kitchen & full bath, Trane high efficiency gas heater & new central A/C ('07), re-finished hardwood flooring throughout, freshly painted and move-in ready. The remodeled kitchen features upgraded gas range and appliances, new cabinetry (soft close drawers), Corian counter tops, and large ceramic tile flooring with exterior door to garage and rear yard. Totally remodeled full bath provides Jacuzzi tub/shower combination, new vanity, updated plumbing and tile flooring. Other features and updates include: professionally landscaped deep rear yard with brick patio and full privacy fence, replacement windows with custom-fit all wood blinds, updated lighting and plumbing fixtures, ceiling fans, crown molding and chair rail, plus attached garage with new BPDM (rubberized membrane) roof. Both the sewer and water lines have been replaced. Home Owner's association fee is $25/yr and is voluntary.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill Luke III

(302) 299-7903 BILL@hometopic.com Luke Real Estate Listed on: 03/30/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Bruce White

(302) 545-1560 remaxbw@aol.com RE/MAX Elite

RE/MAX Elite

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,162

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 35x162
  • Open Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $2 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,350 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Lancaster Village Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 011
  • Assessor Parcel Number 07-036.10-011

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,162

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$2 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Window Treatments, Valences, Swing In Rear Yard
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1350
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1350
  • Net Sq Ft: 1350.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 128.15
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1350
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Flat, 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
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • 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

  • HOA Fees: 25.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 29500.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 10100.00
  • Lot Features: Level, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Dimensions: 35X162
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6098.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: NCSD

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2255334
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1162.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07-036.10-011
  • Tax Lot: 011
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2016
Closed on
Jul 13, 2016
Sold by
Robb Ashley R
Bought by
Lapp Hannah R
Seller's Agent
Bill Luke III
Luke Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Bruce White
RE/MAX Elite
List Price
$173,000
Sold Price
$173,000
Current Estimated Value
$299,496

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$126,496
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.01%
Original Mortgage
$169,866
Outstanding Balance
$136,343
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$163,153

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2003
Sold by
Pierce Christine
Bought by
Robb Ashley R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,500
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2001
Sold by
Vore Roy and Vore Mary Beth
Bought by
Pierce Christine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,900
Interest Rate
7.21%
Source: Public Records

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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
Lapp Hannah R $173,000 Attorney
Robb Ashley R $139,500 Stewart Title Insurance
Pierce Christine $119,900 Ticor Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lapp Hannah R $169,866
Previous Owner Robb Ashley R $125,500
Previous Owner Pierce Christine $95,900
Closed Pierce Christine $11,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/13/2016 07/13/16 Sold $173,000 0.0% $128 / Sq Ft
05/22/2016 05/22/16 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2016 03/30/16 For Sale $173,000 -- $128 / 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 $1,502 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2023 $1,330 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2022 $1,338 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2021 $1,338 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2020 $1,341 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2019 $1,466 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2018 $1,313 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2017 $1,298 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2016 $1,239 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2015 $1,162 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
2014 $1,078 $39,600 $10,100 $29,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Bill Luke III

    Luke Real Estate

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  • Bruce White

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Bruce White

    RE/MAX

    (302) 545-1560

    66 Total Sales

    Bruce White
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003960089

Bright MLS

APN: 07-036.10-011

Delaware New Castle County Wilmington 19805 Union Park Gardens

205 Taft Ave, Wilmington, DE

Not Listed for Sale

Townhouses

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