$243,000
SOLD NOV 13, 2024

229 W 8th St Laurel, DE 19956

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,400 Sq Ft
0.27 Acres

Recently Sold

$101 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 1 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of November 2024

Well kept home "In Town" location. This Cottage style home offers 4 Bedrooms, 2 of which are on the first floor(one is currently being used for storage) along with a hall bath. 2 Spacious bedrooms and bath are located on the 2nd floor. The first floor features a large living room, 2nd living space that could be a dining room and a large eat in kitchen. The back yard is fenced and includes a large patio, nice grassy area and landscaping. This convenient in town location is just minutes schools, post office and shopping. Situated on the Rt. 13 corridor, you are minutes to Seaford and Bridgeville on the north and Salisbury, MD on the south. The cross road of Rt. 24 offers easy access to Millsboro and the beach area or west toward Maryland. Well priced and move in ready!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Mills

(302) 542-4146 susan@susanmillsde.com JACK LINGO MILLSBORO Listed on: 09/21/2024

JACK LINGO MILLSBORO

Last Buyer's Agent

Gerry Thomas

robinsonrealestate@verizon.net Robinson Real Estate License #RB-0031123

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $901

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60.00 x 210.00
  • Infill Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Cleared Lot
  • Historic Home
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned TN

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Partially Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 432-08.10-12.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$901

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Cottage
  • Sussex De Quadrants: West of Rt 13
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-09-22
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Well kept home "In Town" location. This Cottage style home offers 4 Bedrooms, 2 of which are on the first floor(one is currently being used for storage) along with a hall bath. 2 Spacious bedrooms and bath are located on the 2nd floor. The first floor features a large living room, 2nd living space that could be a dining room and a large eat in kitchen. The back yard is fenced and includes a large patio, nice grassy area and landscaping. This convenient in town location is just minutes schools, post office and shopping. Situated on the Rt. 13 corridor, you are minutes to Seaford and Bridgeville on the north and Salisbury, MD on the south. The cross road of Rt. 24 offers easy access to Millsboro and the beach area or west toward Maryland. Well priced and move in ready!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Insulated
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2648
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2400
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 97.92
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2400
  • Above Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 248
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 229

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed, Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • 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: Asphalt Driveway
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water, Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public
  • Internet Services: Cable, Satellite

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: LAUREL
  • School District Key: 300200396897
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Land Use Code: 999
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Dimensions: 60.00 x 210.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11761.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: TN
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 351.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 901.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 432-08.10-12.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 11/13/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LAUREL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 21, 2024
Closed on
Nov 7, 2024
Sold by
Reece Jacqueline Ann
Bought by
Pendexter Michael P and Pendexter Carrie M
Seller's Agent
Susan Mills
JACK LINGO MILLSBORO
Buyer's Agent
Gerry Thomas
Robinson Real Estate
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$243,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,000
3.4%
Views
157
Current Estimated Value
$254,317

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,317
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.86%
Original Mortgage
$248,224
Outstanding Balance
$245,753
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$8,564

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2019
Sold by
Shoap Barbara A
Bought by
Reece Jacqueline A and Andrade Sherri L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 1987
Bought by
Shoap Barbara A
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed -- --
Deed $42,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $248,224 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/13/2024 11/13/24 Sold $243,000 +3.4% $101 / Sq Ft
10/01/2024 10/01/24 Pending -- -- --
09/21/2024 09/21/24 For Sale $235,000 -- $98 / 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
2025 $678 $6,550 $600 $5,950
2024 $333 $6,550 $600 $5,950
2023 $380 $6,550 $600 $5,950
2022 $329 $6,550 $600 $5,950
2021 $327 $6,550 $600 $5,950
2020 $335 $6,550 $600 $5,950
2019 $336 $6,550 $600 $5,950
2018 $0 $6,550 $0 $0
2017 $355 $6,550 $0 $0
2016 $402 $6,550 $0 $0
2015 $350 $6,550 $0 $0
2014 $313 $6,550 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Susan Mills

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Susan Mills

    JACK LINGO MILLSBORO

    (302) 542-4146

    2 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Susan Mills
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    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Gerry Thomas

    Robinson Real Estate

    (302) 228-6318

    1 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Gerry Thomas
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2067736

Bright MLS

APN: 432-08.10-12.00

Delaware Sussex County Laurel 19956

229 W 8th St, Laurel, DE

This home is located at 229 W 8th St, Laurel, DE 19956 and is currently priced at $243,000, approximately $101 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 229 W 8th St is a home located in Sussex County with nearby schools including North Laurel Elementary School, Laurel Elementary School, and Laurel Intermediate Middle School.

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