Seller's Agent in 2012
Ray Dudkewitz
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 545-9278
11 in this area
74 Total Sales
4 Firethorn Ct Newark, DE 19711
Estimated Value: $460,000 - $509,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,998
Sq Ft
$241/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Deck
- No HOA
- Butlers Pantry
About This Home
As of March 2012Wonderful Newark colonial. Walking distance to West Park Elementary School. Great location close to UofD. Many updates to the house. Windows, appliances, HVAC system, and water heater. Updated bathrooms. Fresh paint in many rooms, and some new flooring. Large finished area in the basement. The house is clean bright and ready for new owners. Large bedrooms. Master with a walk-in closet and a dressing area. Second and third bedrooms are 13x11. Cozy family room with brick fireplace. Laundry/mud room on the main level. Fenced, landscaped yard. Large deck. The list of amenities and updates are many. Great culdesac street. Within a 5 mile radius of Newark Charter School. Seller will transfer the bond for membership at Oaklands Pool to the new owner.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 545-9278 rdudkewitz@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Newark License #RS279086 Listed on: 01/22/2012
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,340
Year Built
- Built in 1979
Lot Details
- 9,582 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 118 x 82
- Level Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned 18RS
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on main level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 2.5 Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- West Park Place Elementary School
- Shue-Medill Middle School
- Newark High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- 100 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Firethorn Court Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9
- Assessor Parcel Number 1803100311
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 22, 2012
Closed on
Mar 12, 2012
Sold by
Grawe Joseph D and Lynn Grawe Denice D
Bought by
Shen Tao
Seller's Agent
Ray Dudkewitz
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
Buyer's Agent
Wallace Zhou
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$269,000
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-1.49%
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
$217,385
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.50%
Original Mortgage
$258,282
Outstanding Balance
$176,403
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$305,982
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 14, 2006
Sold by
Cunningham Paul D and Cunningham Mary Jo
Bought by
Grawe Joseph D and Grawe Denice D Lynn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$247,920
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shen Tao | $265,000 | None Available | |
| Grawe Joseph D | $309,900 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Shen Tao | $258,282 | |
| Previous Owner | Grawe Joseph D | $247,920 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/16/2012 03/16/12 | Sold | $265,000 | -1.5% | $133 / Sq Ft |
| 01/26/2012 01/26/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/22/2012 01/22/12 | For Sale | $269,000 | -- | $135 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,201 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2023 | $3,124 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2022 | $3,091 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2021 | $3,012 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2020 | $0 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2019 | $2,564 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2018 | $2,505 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2017 | $2,431 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2016 | $2,423 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2015 | $2,173 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
| 2014 | $2,172 | $86,400 | $13,100 | $73,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ray Dudkewitz
-
Wallace Zhou
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Wallace Zhou
EXP Realty, LLC
(302) 757-9276
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003822214
APN: 18-031.00-311
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