Seller's Agent in 2017
Tim Owen
Compass
(267) 282-1136
110 Total Sales
227 Mercury Rd Newark, DE 19711
Estimated Value: $559,609 - $646,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,975
Sq Ft
$205/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wooded Lot
- Rambler Architecture
- Attic
- North Star Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Fireplaces
About This Home
As of July 2017Updated 2975 SQ FT, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage Ranch home w/ 2 patios & 2 fireplaces on a private .70 acre lot in desirable North Star. Sought after North Star elementary feeder pattern, North Star elementary is just outside the neighborhood. Updates: eat-in kitchen (custom Rutt handcrafted cabinetry in PA, stainless steel Jenn Air, Asko, GE, Amana appliances, Corian countertops, ceramic tile backsplash & flooring, DBL bowl under mount sink, faucet, lighting, pantry, wall mounted flat screen TV), baths (custom vanities, Corian counters, faucets, toilets, light fixtures), roof (1 layer architectural shingle w/ ridge vents), septic system, HVAC, hot water heater (Whirlpool), windows, exterior doors, bluestone walkway, fieldstone patio, concrete patio, driveway (off-street parking for 10 + cars), insulated garage door & auto opener, professionally landscaped yard, professionally painted interior & exterior w/ modern neutral colors, washer, dryer, soffits, fascia, gutters & downspouts. Features: master suite w/ walk-in closet, DBL closet, private full bath, pellet stove in living room, wood burning fireplace in family room, hardwood floors throughout, lots of closets, storage, space. Light & bright home. Great yard for pets, outdoor fun, entertaining & your next BBQ. 28 x 28 basement with workshop can also used for home theater, gym, yoga studio, arts, crafts, office & storage. Great location minutes to everything: Whole Foods, Wegmans, Trader Joes, Target, Starbucks, Wawa, Brew Ha Ha, Chipotle, Six Paupers Tavern, Woodside Farm Creamery, Harvest Market, Lemons & Capers, Pizza By Elizabeth's, Brandywine Brewing Company, Redfire Grill, Tony Luke's, 5 Guys, Dunkin Donuts, Concord Pet, Okura, Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, Capriottis, Buckley's Tavern, Grain Craft Bar & Kitchen, Buffalo Wild Wings, Agrilla Brewing Company, Lantana Square & Pike Creek shopping centers, Ashland Nature Center, White Clay Creek, Middle Run & Carousel parks, schools, restaurants, shopping, movies, grocery stores, dog parks, horseback riding, hiking, biking, running trails, golf courses, PA wine trail, birding hotspots & Longwood Gardens. Easy access to 7, 72, 48, 41, 141, 202, 1, 95, 2, 5 mins to Hockessin & Pike Creek, 10 mins to Newark, University of Delaware & Greenville, 15 mins to Downtown & N. Wilmington, 30 mins to Philadelphia Airport, 45 mins to Philadelphia, Landenberg, Avondale, Kennett Square, Chadds Ford, West Chester, Glen Mills, bridges, Septa, Amtrak, PA, NJ & MD.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,659
Year Built
- Built in 1972
Lot Details
- 0.7 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 146x243
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned NC21
HOA Fees
- $4 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Rambler Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,975 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- 2 Fireplaces
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Security System
- Laundry on lower level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 2.5 Bathrooms
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Drainage System
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- North Star Elementary School
- Henry B. Du Pont Middle School
- John Dickinson High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Programmable Thermostat
- 100 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- On Site Septic
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Association fees include snow removal
- North Star Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 08-024.10-060
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 10, 2017
Closed on
Jun 14, 2017
Sold by
Paragon Relocation Resources Inc
Bought by
Rollings Teresa G and Flegel Pamela N
Seller's Agent
Tim Owen
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Mary Kate Johnston
RE/MAX Associates - Newark
List Price
$369,900
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.03%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$240,152
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.12%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 10, 2017
Closed on
May 15, 2017
Sold by
Gross Thomas M
Bought by
Paragon Relocation Resources Inc
Seller's Agent
Tim Owen
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Mary Kate Johnston
RE/MAX Associates - Newark
List Price
$369,900
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.03%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 5, 2014
Closed on
May 14, 2014
Sold by
Duckworth Raymond V and Narvaez Mildred
Bought by
Gross Thomas M
Seller's Agent
Leshia Duncan
Meyer & Meyer Realty
Buyer's Agent
JOAN GOLOSKOV
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$379,700
Sold Price
$359,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,700
-5.45%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.98%
Original Mortgage
$323,100
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2003
Sold by
Duskas James W
Bought by
Duckworth Raymond V and Narvaez Mildred
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,144
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
VA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollings Teresa G | $370,000 | None Available | |
| Paragon Relocation Resources Inc | $370,000 | None Available | |
| Gross Thomas M | $359,000 | None Available | |
| Duckworth Raymond V | $244,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Gross Thomas M | $323,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Duckworth Raymond V | $236,144 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2017 07/07/17 | Sold | $370,000 | 0.0% | $124 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/06/2017 06/06/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/10/2017 05/10/17 | For Sale | $369,900 | +3.0% | $124 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/06/2014 06/06/14 | Sold | $359,000 | -0.2% | $121 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/20/2014 04/20/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/13/2014 04/13/14 | Price Changed | $359,700 | -5.3% | $121 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/05/2014 04/05/14 | For Sale | $379,700 | -- | $128 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,926 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2023 | $3,405 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2022 | $3,451 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2021 | $3,951 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2020 | $3,964 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2019 | $3,958 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2018 | $3,879 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2017 | $3,832 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2016 | $3,659 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2015 | $3,429 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
| 2014 | $3,173 | $119,800 | $24,600 | $95,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Tim Owen
-
Mary Kate Johnston
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Mary Kate Johnston
RE/MAX
(302) 388-5654
5 in this area
155 Total Sales
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Leshia Duncan
Seller's Agent in 2014
Leshia Duncan
Meyer & Meyer Realty
(302) 723-4284
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2014
JOAN GOLOSKOV
Long & Foster
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000064832
APN: 08-024.10-060
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