NOT LISTED FOR SALE

226 Columbia Ave Dover, DE 19904

Downtown Dover Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $216,000 - $243,486

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,290 Sq Ft
$176/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 19, 2024

Last sale price $200,000 $155 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,353/month

109 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Corner Lot
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Replacement Windows

About This Home

As of February 2024

Come see this 1935 Cape Cod style home. It has 2 bedrooms and 1 Bath with a second floor loft and bonus room, both could be extra bedrooms. There is also a basement fo extra storage. The back yard is fully fenced and has a detached garage. The 50X150 corner lot gives you plenty of in town room. This beauty is just waiting for your special touch.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Jennings

Samson Properties of DE, LLC License #RS-0025351 Listed on: 10/10/2023

Samson Properties of DE, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Danielle Johnson

Century 21 Harrington Realty, Inc License #RS-0023270

Century 21 Harrington Realty, Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,408

Year Built

  • Built in 1935

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50.00 x 150.00
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned R8, R8

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Side Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,290 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Storage Shed

Schools

  • Dover High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Dover Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4100-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number ED-05-06720-02-4100-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,408

Year Built

Built in 1935

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2023-10-10
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Interior Access, Windows, Unfinished, Partial
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1290
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1290
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 170.47
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1290
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 226

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Storage Barn/Shed, Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Spa: No
  • 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: Paved Driveway, Private
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: CAPITAL
  • High School: DOVER H.S.
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396888
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: DOVER H.S.

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Partially
  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 50.00 x 150.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7500.00
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: R8
  • Zoning Description: R8
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 682.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1408.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: ED-05-06720-02-4100-000
  • Tax Lot: 4100-000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1290
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 02/19/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPITAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 10, 2023
Closed on
Feb 16, 2024
Sold by
Rosa Jennifer
Bought by
Vinyard Jacqueline J
Seller's Agent
Robert Jennings
Samson Properties of DE, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Danielle Johnson
Century 21 Harrington Realty, Inc
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-20%
Views
473
Current Estimated Value
$227,622

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$27,622
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.13%
Original Mortgage
$12,000
Outstanding Balance
$11,824
Interest Rate
6.63%
Estimated Equity
$215,798

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2019
Sold by
Gordon Stephen H
Bought by
Walpole Edward Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 1984
Bought by
Gordon Stephen H
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
Vinyard Jacqueline J $200,000 None Listed On Document
Walpole Edward Michael $169,000 None Available
Gordon Stephen H $45,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vinyard Jacqueline J $12,000
Open Vinyard Jacqueline J $190,000
Previous Owner Walpole Edward Michael $168,500
Previous Owner Walpole Edward Michael $169,000
Previous Owner Gordon Stepehn H $101,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/19/2024 02/19/24 Sold $200,000 -9.0% $155 / Sq Ft
01/28/2024 01/28/24 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2023 12/02/23 Price Changed $219,900 -12.0% $170 / Sq Ft
10/10/2023 10/10/23 For Sale $250,000 -- $194 / 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 $1,270 $223,700 $83,300 $140,400
2023 $789 $26,800 $6,800 $20,000
2022 $763 $26,800 $6,800 $20,000
2021 $735 $26,800 $6,800 $20,000
2020 $710 $26,800 $6,800 $20,000
2019 $671 $26,800 $6,800 $20,000
2018 $612 $26,800 $6,800 $20,000
2017 $602 $26,800 $0 $0
2016 $604 $26,800 $0 $0
2015 $604 $26,800 $0 $0
2014 $605 $26,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Robert Jennings

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Robert Jennings

    Samson Properties of DE, LLC

    (302) 228-7411

    1 in this area

    34 Total Sales

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  • Danielle Johnson

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Danielle Johnson

    Century 21 Harrington Realty, Inc

    (302) 632-3281

    1 in this area

    54 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DEKT2023134

Bright MLS

APN: 2-05-06720-02-4100-000

Delaware Kent County Dover 19904 Downtown Dover

226 Columbia Ave, Dover, DE

This home is located at 226 Columbia Ave, Dover, DE 19904 since 10 October 2023 and is currently estimated at $227,622, approximately $176 per square foot. This property was built in 1935. 226 Columbia Ave is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Fairview Elementary School, Central Middle School, and William Henry Middle School.

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