NOT LISTED FOR SALE

259 Locust Ave Wilmington, DE 19805

Estimated Value: $244,000 - $308,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,550 Sq Ft
$181/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 28, 2017

Last sale price $152,400 $98 Per Sq Ft

Est. 84% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,612/month

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • 3-minute walk to Joseph R. Walling Park

About This Home

As of April 2017

Lots of space here! Well maintained twin w/off street parking on a street comprised of mostly single family and twin homes. Features include 1st floor FAMILY ROOM w/gas fireplace, 1st floor laundry/mud room and full bath, NEW carpet, new light fixtures, new gas water heater, new laundry room floor, fresh interior paint, updated electric, updated hvac ductwork, beautiful hardwoods on 1st and 2nd floors, main roof replaced in last 5 years, composite deck w/retractable awning overhead, fenced yard, and shed. Basement is clean. Property is NOT located in a flood zone. This is truly a home worth taking a look at!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Ventresca

(302) 354-1188 kavsold@aol.com RE/MAX Elite License #RS-0012571 Listed on: 01/12/2017

RE/MAX Elite

Last Buyer's Agent

Peggy Centrella

(302) 234-5229 pcentrella@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin License #RS-0022047

Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,708

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 27x150

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,550 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Elsmere Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 230
  • Assessor Parcel Number 19-008.00-230

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,708

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator/Washer/Dryer/Shed/Retractable Awning - All As Is
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Remarks Public: Lots of space here! Well maintained twin w/off street parking on a street comprised of mostly single family and twin homes. Features include 1st floor FAMILY ROOM w/gas fireplace, 1st floor laundry/mud room and full bath, NEW carpet, new light fixtures, new gas water heater, new laundry room floor, fresh interior paint, updated electric, updated hvac ductwork, beautiful hardwoods on 1st and 2nd floors, main roof replaced in last 5 years, composite deck w/retractable awning overhead, fenced yard, and shed. Basement is clean. Property is NOT located in a flood zone. This is truly a home worth taking a look at!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1550
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1550
  • Net Sq Ft: 1550.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 99.94
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1550
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 259

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Flat
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
  • School District Key: 300200396545

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 39300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 7400.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 27X150
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3920.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Zoning: 19R2

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2377204
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1708.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 19-008.00-230
  • Tax Lot: 230
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 04/28/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2017
Closed on
Apr 27, 2017
Sold by
Rozenko Ryan and Rozenko Lauren
Bought by
Haggerty Michael A
Seller's Agent
Karen Ventresca
RE/MAX Elite
Buyer's Agent
Peggy Centrella
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$152,400
Premium/Discount to List
$2,500
1.67%
Current Estimated Value
$279,866

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$127,466
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.45%
Original Mortgage
$149,639
Outstanding Balance
$124,512
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$155,355
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Haggerty Michael A -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Haggerty Michael A $149,639
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/28/2017 04/28/17 Sold $152,400 -1.6% $98 / Sq Ft
01/25/2017 01/25/17 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2017 01/24/17 Price Changed $154,900 +3.3% $100 / Sq Ft
01/12/2017 01/12/17 For Sale $149,900 -- $97 / 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
2024 $1,532 $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2023 $1,334 $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2022 $1,335 $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2021 $1,298 $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2020 $1,306 $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2019 $1,680 $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2018 $1,321 $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2017 $1,316 $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2016 $1,248 $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2015 -- $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
2014 -- $46,700 $7,400 $39,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Karen Ventresca

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Karen Ventresca

    RE/MAX

    (302) 354-1188

    5 in this area

    122 Total Sales

    Karen Ventresca
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  • Peggy Centrella

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Peggy Centrella

    Patterson Schwartz

    (302) 234-5229

    3 in this area

    291 Total Sales

    Peggy Centrella
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000059162

Bright MLS

APN: 19-008.00-230

Delaware New Castle County Wilmington 19805

259 Locust Ave, Wilmington, DE

This home is located at 259 Locust Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 since 12 January 2017 and is currently estimated at $279,866, approximately $180 per square foot. This property was built in 1952. 259 Locust Ave is a home located in New Castle County with nearby schools including Austin D. Baltz Elementary School, Alexis I. du Pont Middle School, and Thomas McKean High School.

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