Seller's Agent in 2021
Dustin Oldfather
Compass
(302) 249-5899
62 in this area
1,488 Total Sales
228 S Front St Georgetown, DE 19947
Estimated Value: $555,755
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,000
Sq Ft
$111/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Second Garage
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Manor Architecture
- 1.59 Acre Lot
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Traditional Floor Plan
About This Home
As of October 2021Investor Alert! Once stately manor house built in 1841, The Gardiner Wright Mansion, is looking for a special buyer who loves restoring historical properties. This is the last existing home in Delaware built in the Regency style with Second Empire Italianate elements. Home sits on one and a half mature acres near the heart of the County Seat and could make an amazing Bed and Breakfast, prestigious law offices or a stately residence. Bring your imagination. Home has eight fireplaces, a dramatic first floor layout with large parlor, formal dining room, sunroom, butlers pantry, family kitchen and access to staff living quarters above the garage. Upstairs are four well-sized bedrooms and three full bathrooms. PROPERTY is being Sold “AS IS” and is livable in its current condition. Tennant occupied, on a month to month basis. Exceptional price reflects its value as an historical home with additional potential when renovated. Call Co Listing agent to discuss or to arrange a showing.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 249-5899 Dustin@TheOldfatherGroup.com Compass License #RS-0017091 Listed on: 12/02/2019
Last Buyer's Agent
(302) 249-5899 Dustin@TheOldfatherGroup.com Compass License #RS-0017091 Listed on: 12/02/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,537
Year Built
- Built in 1841 | Remodeled in 1946
Lot Details
- 1.59 Acre Lot
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Historic Home
- Property is zoned TN
Parking
- 4 Garage Spaces | 2 Attached and 2 Detached
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Second Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Manor Architecture
- Poured Concrete
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stick Built Home
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 5,000 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2.5 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Paneling
- Beamed Ceilings
- Wood Ceilings
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- 8 Fireplaces
- Non-Functioning Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Sun or Florida Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Electric Oven or Range
- Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Cedar Closet
- Walk-In Closet
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Crawl Space
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Flood Lights
Accessible Home Design
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
Outdoor Features
- Multiple Balconies
- Patio
- Gazebo
- Shed
- Outbuilding
- Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1
- Assessor Parcel Number 135-20.05-46.00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 2, 2019
Closed on
Oct 12, 2021
Sold by
Stanley Camille Y
Bought by
Shalkenkov Vadim F and Fefelova Nadenzhda N
Seller's Agent
Dustin Oldfather
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Dustin Oldfather
Compass
List Price
$499,500
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,500
-9.91%
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
$105,755
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.47%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$115,266
Interest Rate
2.1%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$440,489
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shalkenkov Vadim F | $450,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Shalkenkov Vadim F | $150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2021 10/11/21 | Sold | $450,000 | -1.3% | $90 / Sq Ft |
| 12/24/2020 12/24/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/27/2020 07/27/20 | Price Changed | $456,000 | -0.2% | $91 / Sq Ft |
| 07/20/2020 07/20/20 | Price Changed | $457,000 | -0.2% | $91 / Sq Ft |
| 07/13/2020 07/13/20 | Price Changed | $458,000 | -0.2% | $92 / Sq Ft |
| 06/21/2020 06/21/20 | Price Changed | $459,000 | -4.2% | $92 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2020 06/11/20 | Price Changed | $479,000 | -2.0% | $96 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2020 05/21/20 | Price Changed | $489,000 | -2.1% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 12/02/2019 12/02/19 | For Sale | $499,500 | -- | $100 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $896 | $36,700 | $7,950 | $28,750 |
| 2024 | $1,517 | $36,700 | $7,950 | $28,750 |
| 2023 | $1,516 | $36,700 | $7,950 | $28,750 |
| 2022 | $1,491 | $36,700 | $7,950 | $28,750 |
| 2021 | $1,447 | $36,700 | $7,950 | $28,750 |
| 2020 | $1,380 | $36,700 | $7,950 | $28,750 |
| 2019 | $1,374 | $36,700 | $7,950 | $28,750 |
| 2018 | $1,388 | $36,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,399 | $36,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,233 | $36,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,271 | $36,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,252 | $36,700 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dustin Oldfather
-
Linda Rosatelli
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Linda Rosatelli
Compass
(443) 243-3735
1 in this area
23 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DESU152270
APN: 135-20.05-46.00
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