Lauri Brockson
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
(302) 268-9537
178 Total Sales
3 in Elsmere
$155K - $195K Price Range
278 Birch Ave Wilmington, DE 19805
Elsmere AreaEstimated Value: $199,000 - $244,120
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,225
Sq Ft
$189/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- No HOA
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Replacement Windows
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 1-minute walk to Fairgrounds Park
About This Home
As of March 2025'Move In Ready" home ready for immediate occupancy. Sellers have taken pride in ownership with many recent upgrades over the past few years. These updates include all new interior paint, lighting fixtures, flooring, faucets, new front porch roof with railing and basement upgrades. The kitchen and baths were updated prior to seller purchase in 2015. The home shows well and is waiting for its new owners to put their touch on it.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 571-8855 walt.hurtt@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville Listed on: 02/13/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
(484) 406-3004 ccastelluccio@mkgre.com Foraker Realty Co. License #RS367214
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Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,724
Year Built
- Built in 1944
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 79.90 x 80.90
- Property is in very good condition
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Plaster Walls
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,225 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Replacement Windows
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Schools
- Austin D. Baltz Elementary School
- Stanton Middle School
- Thomas Mckean High School
Utilities
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 110 Volts
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Public Septic
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 274
- Assessor Parcel Number 19-008.00-274
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Elsmere Manor Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
Mar 19, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Walter Hurtt
BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville
Buyer's Agent
Katie Castelluccio
Foraker Realty Co.
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$257,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1.12%
Views
135
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
-$25,970
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.18%
Original Mortgage
$235,347
Outstanding Balance
$232,256
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$1,226
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 12, 2015
Closed on
Feb 26, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dave Potts
Empower Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Walter Hurtt
BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville
List Price
$140,000
Sold Price
$133,400
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,600
-4.71%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.50%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 3, 2014
Closed on
Jun 18, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Don Ash
Alliance Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dave Potts
Empower Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$55,000
Sold Price
$60,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
9.09%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
67.45%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 25, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$77,200
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $205,600 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $133,400 | Attorney | ||
| $83,644 | None Available | ||
| $96,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $235,347 | ||
| Previous Owner | $57,824 | ||
| Previous Owner | $77,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2025 03/19/25 | Sold | $257,000 | -1.1% | $210 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/13/2025 02/13/25 | For Sale | $259,900 | +94.8% | $212 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/26/2016 02/26/16 | Sold | $133,400 | -0.8% | $109 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/18/2016 02/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/08/2016 01/08/16 | Price Changed | $134,500 | -0.3% | $110 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/04/2016 01/04/16 | Price Changed | $134,900 | -2.9% | $110 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/13/2015 12/13/15 | Price Changed | $139,000 | -0.4% | $113 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/25/2015 11/25/15 | Price Changed | $139,500 | -0.3% | $114 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/16/2015 11/16/15 | Price Changed | $139,900 | -0.1% | $114 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/12/2015 11/12/15 | For Sale | $140,000 | +133.3% | $114 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/08/2014 08/08/14 | Sold | $60,000 | +74.4% | $49 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/16/2014 07/16/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/07/2014 07/07/14 | Price Changed | $34,400 | -37.5% | $28 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/03/2014 07/03/14 | For Sale | $55,000 | -- | $45 / 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 | $1,599 | $226,400 | $42,900 | $183,500 |
| 2024 | $1,348 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2023 | $1,174 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2022 | $1,175 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2021 | $1,142 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2020 | $1,149 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2019 | $1,467 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2018 | $1,162 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2017 | $1,158 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2016 | $1,099 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2015 | -- | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
| 2014 | $932 | $41,100 | $7,700 | $33,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Walter Hurtt
Seller's Agent in 2025
Walter Hurtt
BHHS Fox & Roach
(302) 743-6590
20 Total Sales
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Katie Castelluccio
K
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Katie Castelluccio
Foraker Realty Co.
(484) 406-3004
18 Total Sales
-
Dave Potts
D
Seller's Agent in 2016
Dave Potts
Empower Real Estate, LLC
(302) 545-7482
8 Total Sales
-
Don Ash
Seller's Agent in 2014
Don Ash
Alliance Realty
(302) 521-5100
121 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC2075232
APN: 19-008.00-274
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