$399,900
OPEN SAT 12PM - 3PM COMING SOON SEP 05, 2025

38 S Carter Rd Smyrna, DE 19977

Estimated payment $2,283/month

Total Views 3,012
6 Beds
3 Baths
3,068 Sq Ft
0.48 Acres

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Attic
  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • No HOA

About This Home

Coming Soon to the market in Smyrna, Delaware is a spacious Ranch with Detached Garage and no HOA!
Beautifully renovated in 2024! This ranch home offers over 3,000 sq. ft. of finished space with 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The main level features 4 bedrooms, including a primary suite, updated kitchen with granite countertops & large island, family room, mudroom with laundry, and LVP flooring throughout. The finished walkout basement adds 2 bedrooms, a full bath, living room, and extra storage. Outside, enjoy a .48 acre lot, partially fenced yard, oversized 2-car garage with bonus rooms, additional storage building, and plenty of parking. Convenient Smyrna location close to schools, shopping, and major routes! Make sure to call to book a tour.

Listing Agent

Jonathan Edler

Empower Real Estate, LLC License #RS-0023586 Listed on: 08/29/2025

Empower Real Estate, LLC

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,298

Year Built

  • Built in 1981 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 99.96 x 191.16
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Cleared Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned RS1

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Rear Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Office or Studio
  • Shed
  • Storage Shed
  • Outbuilding
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Coming Soon on 9/5/25
  • Tax Lot 2600-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number DC-17-01808-02-2600-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,298

Year Built

Built in 1981 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: personal property and equipment
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: appliances in as-is condition
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 9/5/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Year Renovated: 2024
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Coming Soon to the market in Smyrna, Delaware is a spacious Ranch with Detached Garage and no HOA! Beautifully renovated in 2024! This ranch home offers over 3,000 sq. ft. of finished space with 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The main level features 4 bedrooms, including a primary suite, updated kitchen with granite countertops & large island, family room, mudroom with laundry, and LVP flooring throughout. The finished walkout basement adds 2 bedrooms, a full bath, living room, and extra storage. Outside, enjoy a .48 acre lot, partially fenced yard, oversized 2-car garage with bonus rooms, additional storage building, and plenty of parking. Convenient Smyrna location close to schools, shopping, and major routes! Make sure to call to book a tour.
  • Special Features: 35
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room Count: 13
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Heated, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs
  • Basement Finished Percent: 95.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3136
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3068
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 255.04
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1568
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1500
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 68
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1568
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 38

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s), Office/Studio, Shed, Storage Barn/Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Outbuilding(s), Secure Storage
  • 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: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric Backup, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • 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: SMYRNA
  • School District Key: 300200396884
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Partially
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Front Yard, Not In Development, Rear Yard, Road Frontage
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.48
  • Lot Dimensions: 99.96 x 191.16
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 20865.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RS1
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Ground Rent Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1024.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1298.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: DC-17-01808-02-2600-000
  • Tax Lot: 2600-000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1568
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SMYRNA

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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 $1,203 $307,700 $68,400 $239,300
2023 $0 $41,600 $8,500 $33,100
2022 $1,054 $41,600 $8,500 $33,100
2021 $1,033 $41,600 $8,500 $33,100
2020 $903 $41,600 $8,500 $33,100
2019 $911 $41,600 $8,500 $33,100
2018 $912 $41,600 $8,500 $33,100
2017 $909 $41,600 $0 $0
2016 $922 $41,600 $0 $0
2015 $926 $41,600 $0 $0
2014 $865 $41,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $190,000 --
Deed $8,550 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $273,750 New Conventional
Closed $260,000 Construction
Previous Owner $20,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $118,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $13,893 Unknown
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Jonathan Edler

Empower Real Estate, LLC

(302) 779-0224

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DEKT2040610

Bright MLS

APN: 1-17-01808-02-2600-000