Seller's Agent in 2021
Dustin Oldfather
Compass
(302) 249-5899
58 in this area
1,400 Total Sales
228 S Front St Georgetown, DE 19947
Estimated Value: $493,000 - $705,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,000
Sq Ft
$114/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) 273-4998 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass License #RS-0017091 Listed on: 12/02/2019
Co-Listed By
(302) 541-8787 derealtorlinda@gmail.com Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach License #RS-0024487
Last Buyer's Agent
(302) 273-4998 ashley.hess@compass.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
- 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
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Central Air
- 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
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 2, 2019
Closed on
Oct 12, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
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
$121,656
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.22%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$115,266
Interest Rate
2.1%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$456,390
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $450,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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| 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
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach
(443) 243-3735
1 in this area
25 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DESU152270
APN: 135-20.05-46.00
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