NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4 E Houston St Fenwick Island, DE 19944

Estimated Value: $439,589 - $3,931,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,296 Sq Ft
$1,343/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 09, 2017

Last sale price $800,000 $617 Per Sq Ft

Est. 118% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,009/month

519 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Phillip C. Showell Elementary School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2017

LOCATION! LOCATION! OCEAN BLOCK just FOURTH LOT FROM THE BEACH! When the location of your beach home is a priority you won't want to miss this opportunity. The Town of Fenwick Island is Delaware's southernmost coastal town. Enjoy this beautiful location. Just steps to the beach and convenient to Fenwick Island State Park, shopping, and Restaurants. You will love the convenience of this charming little beach town and It's beautiful , uncrowded , guarded beaches. Property is within town limits. No entry into structure. Property being sold for lot value. Sold AS IS.

Last Listed By

PAMELA PRIDGEON

Keller Williams Realty License #RS-0009058 Listed on: 03/11/2016

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,520

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • Zoning described as AGRICULTURAL/RESIDENTIAL

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Piling Construction
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,296 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Insulated Windows
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Electric Dryer
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Dirt Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-23.12-199.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,520

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Sussex De Quadrants: East of Rt 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Remarks Public: LOCATION! LOCATION! OCEAN BLOCK just FOURTH LOT FROM THE BEACH! When the location of your beach home is a priority you won't want to miss this opportunity. The Town of Fenwick Island is Delaware's southernmost coastal town. Enjoy this beautiful location. Just steps to the beach and convenient to Fenwick Island State Park, shopping, and Restaurants. You will love the convenience of this charming little beach town and It's beautiful , uncrowded , guarded beaches. Property is within town limits. No entry into structure. Property being sold for lot value. Sold AS IS.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile/Brick, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Pilings
  • Level Count: 1
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1296
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1296
  • Net Sq Ft: 1296.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 675.15
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1296
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 4

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Dirt Driveway
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Sewer Expenses: 289.00
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: INDIAN RIVER
  • School District Key: 300200396898

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 7500
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x150
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7500.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Zoning Description: AGRICULTURAL/RESIDENTIAL
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5120834
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1520.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-23.12-199.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Close Date: 11/09/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2023
Sold by
Ponsi Michael L and Ponsi Melanie C
Bought by
Michael And Melanie Ponsi Family Trust
Total Days on Market
519
Current Estimated Value
$1,741,147

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2016
Closed on
Nov 20, 2017
Sold by
Talton Jacqueline and Evans Deborah J
Bought by
Ponsi Michael L and Ponsi Melanie C
Seller's Agent
PAMELA PRIDGEON
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kim Hamer
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$900,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-11.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.08%
Original Mortgage
$1,358,869
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2016
Closed on
Nov 3, 2017
Sold by
Talton Jacqueline and Evans Deborah J
Bought by
Ponsi Michael L and Ponsi Melanie C
Seller's Agent
PAMELA PRIDGEON
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kim Hamer
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$900,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-11.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,358,869
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Range of Values:

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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
Ponsi Michael L $800,000 --
Ponsi Michael L $800,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ponsi Melanie C $1,307,000
Closed Ponsi Michael L $1,358,869
Closed Ponsi Michael L $1,358,869
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/09/2017 11/09/17 Sold $800,000 -11.1% $617 / Sq Ft
08/12/2017 08/12/17 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2016 03/11/16 For Sale $900,000 -- $694 / 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 $3,151 $21,550 $12,500 $9,050
2023 $3,148 $21,550 $12,500 $9,050
2022 $2,959 $21,550 $12,500 $9,050
2021 $2,684 $21,550 $12,500 $9,050
2020 $2,564 $21,550 $12,500 $9,050
2019 $2,553 $21,550 $12,500 $9,050
2018 $2,578 $67,750 $0 $0
2017 $838 $21,550 $0 $0
2016 $740 $21,550 $0 $0
2015 $762 $21,550 $0 $0
2014 $751 $21,550 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001015026

Bright MLS

APN: 134-23.12-199.00