NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 Merion Rd Dover, DE 19904

Estimated Value: $379,615 - $407,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,480 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 27, 2024

Last sale price $385,000 $155 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,216/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of March 2024

Cradled in the desirable Woodlands of Foxhall awaits your private sanctuary at 255 Merion Road. This home offers a welcoming atmosphere, contemporary updates and over 2,400 sq ft of living space filled with a soft ambience that encompasses 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The open layout allows natural light to flood through your entertaining areas keeping them bright and airy. The kitchen is the heart of this home without a doubt!! Remodeled with ample stylish cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, refrigerated wine cooler, granite countertops and undermount lighting making any guest want to pull up a chair and relax. French doors add a layer of privacy to your home office or additional living room complete with a fireplace and large storage closet. Dining area creates additional seating to enjoy the tranquil backyard views with double doors leading to your generously sized deck. Vinyl privacy fence, concrete patio and resort styled in-ground pool have all been provided so all you need to do is bring your grill and sunscreen!! Deck can be accessed from the dining room or laundry room to keep the flow of traffic moving during your pool parties. In addition, the main level offers 2 ample sized bedrooms and a recently renovated bathroom for guests. Primary bedroom includes a massive walk-in closet and en suite with an expansive jetted tub perfect for those moments of serenity. Upstairs you will find another renovated full bathroom and 2 additional bedrooms. The larger upper bedroom has 2 closets and there is also a storage room located off of the other bedroom for any overflow needs. Storing away seasonal items is not a problem with several closets, multiple storage rooms and a shed complete with electric. Fresh interior paint, recessed lighting, modern flooring and security features are included. Other advantages include dual HVAC system replaced in 2019, newer pool equipment, all appliances conveying, and plenty of parking with seamless effort provided with the horseshoe driveway. Reasonable taxes, no HOA, along with multiple cable/internet options you will find it hard to part ways with this gorgeous property. Located within a short drive to DAFB, several local colleges, Bayhealth Hospital and numerous medical facilities, shopping, restaurants, entertainment as well as major commuting routes. Don't miss this chance to embrace the Foxhall lifestyle and take advantage of the rare opportunity being offered. Showings begin Friday 2/2/24.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shawna Kirlin

(302) 399-0155 shawnakirlin85@gmail.com NextHome Preferred License #RS-0022940 Listed on: 02/02/2024

NextHome Preferred

Last Buyer's Agent

Tashana Branch

(267) 844-2677 tashana.branch@gmail.com Crown Homes Real Estate License #RS0025739

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,670

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90.00 x 135.00
  • Privacy Fence
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R10

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,480 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Views of Woods
  • Crawl Space
  • Exterior Cameras
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Wine Rack

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Gas Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 7 Parking Spaces
  • 7 Driveway Spaces
  • Private Parking
  • Circular Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Woodlands Of Foxhall Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2700-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number ED-05-06709-01-2700-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,670

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Staging items
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Cameras, smart thermostat, pool equipment, shelving in bedroom
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-02-02
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer - Gas, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Engineered Wood, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Luxury Vinyl Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Stall Shower, Attic, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wine Storage
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2480
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2480
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 151.21
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2480
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Spa: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway, Circular Driveway, Private
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 7
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 7

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Exterior Cameras
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Internet Services: Cable, Fiber Optic

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Privacy, Vinyl
  • Lot Features: Level, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.28
  • Lot Dimensions: 90.00 x 135.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 12200.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: R10
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2670.09
  • Assessor Parcel Number: ED-05-06709-01-2700-000
  • Tax Lot: 2700-000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPITAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 2, 2024
Closed on
Mar 27, 2024
Sold by
Rivera Jonathan
Bought by
Gomez Ken
Seller's Agent
Shawna Kirlin
NextHome Preferred
Buyer's Agent
Tashana Branch
Crown Homes Real Estate
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.67%
Views
337
Current Estimated Value
$392,654

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,654
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.13%
Original Mortgage
$373,450
Outstanding Balance
$367,859
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$24,795

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2014
Closed on
Apr 6, 2015
Sold by
Stough Ronald S and Stough Barbara A
Bought by
Rivera Jonathan
Seller's Agent
Ron Hohrein
Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware
Buyer's Agent
Shawna Kirlin
NextHome Preferred
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$186,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$33,900
-15.42%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.45%
Original Mortgage
$170,329
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gomez Ken $385,000 None Listed On Document
Rivera Jonathan $186,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gomez Ken $373,450
Previous Owner Rivera Jonathan $170,329
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/27/2024 03/27/24 Sold $385,000 +2.7% $155 / Sq Ft
02/08/2024 02/08/24 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2024 02/02/24 For Sale $375,000 +101.6% $151 / Sq Ft
04/10/2015 04/10/15 Sold $186,000 0.0% $75 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/03/2015 03/03/15 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2015 02/12/15 Off Market $186,000 -- --
11/14/2014 11/14/14 Price Changed $199,500 -7.2% $80 / Sq Ft
07/11/2014 07/11/14 Price Changed $214,900 -2.3% $87 / Sq Ft
05/12/2014 05/12/14 For Sale $219,900 -- $89 / 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 $1,907 $324,500 $109,000 $215,500
2024 $1,842 $324,500 $109,000 $215,500
2023 $1,701 $57,800 $9,100 $48,700
2022 $1,645 $57,800 $9,100 $48,700
2021 $1,584 $57,800 $9,100 $48,700
2020 $1,530 $57,800 $9,100 $48,700
2019 $1,447 $57,800 $9,100 $48,700
2018 $1,364 $59,700 $9,100 $50,600
2017 $1,341 $59,700 $0 $0
2016 $1,346 $59,700 $0 $0
2015 $1,345 $59,700 $0 $0
2014 $1,348 $59,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DEKT2025472

Bright MLS

APN: 2-05-06709-01-2700-000