NOT LISTED FOR SALE

224 S Ford Ave Wilmington, DE 19805

Union Park Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $284,000 - $338,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,271 Sq Ft
$249/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 27, 2016

Last sale price $175,525 $138 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,683/month

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of June 2016

Adorable bungalow home in Colonial Heights. Conveniently located within walking distance to Charter School of Wilmington and Cab Calloway School of the Preforming Arts. When you first enter the home you are greeted by the gleaming hardwood floors, exposed beams and the stunning brick fireplace. The light filled dining room is ready for your entertaining. To the right is the hall leading to the updated bath and two bedrooms. The kitchen in the rear of the home offers updated cabinets, Corian countertops and newer appliances. The kitchen door leads to an inviting screened in porch and the very large rear deck. The above ground pool will keep you cool on hot summer days. Upstairs is a large loft and the third bedroom is a perfect, private and spacious area. The basement is ready to be finished including working plumbing for an added bathroom. The home has been fully updated, replacement windows, insulation, central air, upgraded electrical, French drain and sump pump installed, converted to natural gas heat, you name it they did it! Contact me TODAY for a showing. Open house will be held 5/15.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marissa Binkley

(302) 383-1904 mbinkley@psre.com Compass Listed on: 04/30/2016

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Patricia Harling

(302) 593-4355 tharling@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,138

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 20x110x50x110
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Unfinished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Colonial Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0703610443

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,138

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Personal Property
  • Inclusions: Above Ground Pool, Appliances, Blinds
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Basement

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Access To Pool: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Pool Features: Above Ground
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: Underground, 200+ Amp Service
  • 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

  • Lot Features: Corner, Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: 20X110X50X110
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5663.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Roof, Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2255767
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1138.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0703610443
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 30, 2016
Closed on
Jun 27, 2016
Sold by
Terry Bianca Bruce and Terry Bianca
Bought by
Cox Larry L and Decrease Nancy
Seller's Agent
Marissa Binkley
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Harling
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
List Price
$190,000
Sold Price
$175,525
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,475
-7.62%
Current Estimated Value
$317,025

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$141,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.53%
Original Mortgage
$140,420
Outstanding Balance
$63,833
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$253,192

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1982
Bought by
Bianca Bruce and Bianca Terry
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
Cox Larry L $175,525 Attorney
Bianca Bruce -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cox Larry L $140,420
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/27/2016 06/27/16 Sold $175,525 -7.6% $138 / Sq Ft
05/20/2016 05/20/16 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2016 04/30/16 For Sale $190,000 -- $149 / 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 $289 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2023 $1,303 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2022 $1,311 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2021 $1,310 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2020 $1,314 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2019 $1,465 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2018 $1,287 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2017 $1,272 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2016 $1,214 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2015 $1,138 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
2014 $1,056 $38,800 $6,700 $32,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marissa Binkley

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Marissa Binkley

    Compass

    (302) 383-1904

    41 Total Sales

    Marissa Binkley
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  • Patricia Harling

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Patricia Harling

    Patterson Schwartz

    (302) 593-4355

    1 in this area

    61 Total Sales

    Patricia Harling
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003950231

Bright MLS

APN: 07-036.10-443

Delaware New Castle County Wilmington 19805 Union Park Gardens

224 S Ford Ave, Wilmington, DE

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