$217,500
SOLD JUL 1, 2020

405 Kates Way Smyrna, DE 19977

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,693 Sq Ft
$11/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$128 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Open Floorplan
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Pane Windows

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome Home! Located in the historic town of Smyrna, this beautiful three bedroom town home is priced to sell. This home has been well maintained and is ready for its new owner. The recently installed luxury vinyl flooring compliments the neutral wall color throughout the main level of this home. The open floor plan allows for plenty of space for living and formal dining. Extra bonus/ a 3-sided gas fireplace which really makes a statement. Imagine the extra warmth on those cold winter nights! Convenient powder room with first floor living. The main level includes 9 foot ceilings and is pre-wired for cable and telephone. At the back of this home is your eat-in kitchen. With 42 inch wood cabinets there is more than enough space for all your culinary needs. Kitchen includes all appliances. The master bedroom with bath is on the 2nd level of this home and includes a walk in closet and sitting area. New carpet in the master bedroom and upstairs hall. There are two additional bedrooms, a hall bath and a laundry room also on this level. You can maximize your storage with vinyl coated wire shelving in all closets. The front exterior of the home is nicely landscaped, has both front and rear electrical outlets and garden faucets for your convenience. The outdoor space in the rear of the home backs up to woods so there is plenty of privacy for outdoor entertaining. Home also has an attached one car garage. Amenities within walking distance: Shopping, Library, Downtown Smyrna, Lake Como, Eateries and Breweries. Close to Route 1 and 13. This one will not last long! Schedule your tour today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Crystal Calderon

Bryan Realty Group License #RS0023058 Listed on: 05/26/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Erin Baker

Keller Williams Realty

Keller Williams Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,194

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 4,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 20.25 x 217.30
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $11 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 1 Driveway Space
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,693 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Dining Area
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Smyrna Elementary And Middle School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, snow removal
  • Villas At W Shore Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2400-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number DC-17-01905-05-2400-000

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,194

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$11 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Pictures. Plants, Shower Curtains, Clock
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: All Appliances
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Remarks Public: Welcome Home! Located in the historic town of Smyrna, this beautiful three bedroom town home is priced to sell. This home has been well maintained and is ready for its new owner. The recently installed luxury vinyl flooring compliments the neutral wall color throughout the main level of this home. The open floor plan allows for plenty of space for living and formal dining. Extra bonus/ a 3-sided gas fireplace which really makes a statement. Imagine the extra warmth on those cold winter nights! Convenient powder room with first floor living. The main level includes 9 foot ceilings and is pre-wired for cable and telephone. At the back of this home is your eat-in kitchen. With 42 inch wood cabinets there is more than enough space for all your culinary needs. Kitchen includes all appliances. The master bedroom with bath is on the 2nd level of this home and includes a walk in closet and sitting area. New carpet in the master bedroom and upstairs hall. There are two additional bedrooms, a hall bath and a laundry room also on this level. You can maximize your storage with vinyl coated wire shelving in all closets. The front exterior of the home is nicely landscaped, has both front and rear electrical outlets and garden faucets for your convenience. The outdoor space in the rear of the home backs up to woods so there is plenty of privacy for outdoor entertaining. Home also has an attached one car garage. Amenities within walking distance: Shopping, Library, Downtown Smyrna, Lake Como, Eateries and Breweries. Close to Route 1 and 13. This one will not last long! Schedule your tour today.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminated, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Tub Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass, Six Panel, Insulated
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1693
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1693
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 129.36
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1693
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 405

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Asphalt, Pitched, Shingle
  • View: Street, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway, Paved Parking
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Off Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 131.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: SMYRNA
  • Elementary School: SMYRNA
  • Middle School: SMYRNA
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396884
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: SMYRNA
  • Middle Or Junior School: SMYRNA

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Dimensions: 20.25 x 217.30
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4400.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: R3
  • In City Limits: Yes

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • R Factor Ceilings: R-30
  • R Factor Ext Walls: R-13

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2423981
  • School Tax: 872.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1194.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: DC-17-01905-05-2400-000
  • Tax Lot: 2400-000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1693
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 07/01/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SMYRNA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
Jun 11, 2025
Sold by
Mace Collin
Bought by
Rooks Jennifer and Rooks Cynthia
Seller's Agent
Richard Zernell
BHHS Fox & Roach-Concord
Buyer's Agent
Leroy J Gaines
Property Gaines, Inc
List Price
$304,900
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.61%
Views
80

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.60%
Original Mortgage
$8,836
Outstanding Balance
$8,836
Interest Rate
6.76%
Estimated Equity
$295,039

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2020
Closed on
Jul 1, 2020
Sold by
Lewis Beverly L
Bought by
Mace Collin
Seller's Agent
Crystal Calderon
Bryan Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Erin Baker
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$219,000
Sold Price
$217,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,500
-0.68%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.71%
Original Mortgage
$219,696
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2016
Sold by
Lewis Henry C and Lewis Beverly L
Bought by
Lewis Beverly L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2007
Sold by
Lewis Beverly L
Bought by
Lewis Henry C and Lewis Beverly L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2006
Sold by
Carter Phillis W
Bought by
Lewis Beverly L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 2005
Sold by
Lewis Henry C and Lewis Beverly
Bought by
Carter Phillis W
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $300,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $217,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $8,836 No Value Available
Open $294,566 FHA
Previous Owner $219,696 New Conventional
Previous Owner $132,640 No Value Available
Previous Owner $140,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $25,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Sold $300,000 0.0% $177 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2025 04/25/25 Price Changed $299,900 -1.6% $177 / Sq Ft
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $304,900 +40.2% $180 / Sq Ft
07/01/2020 07/01/20 Sold $217,500 -0.7% $128 / Sq Ft
05/30/2020 05/30/20 Pending -- -- --
05/26/2020 05/26/20 For Sale $219,000 -- $129 / 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 $1,153 $266,700 $63,500 $203,200
2023 $1,253 $46,100 $7,300 $38,800
2022 $1,196 $46,100 $7,300 $38,800
2021 $1,173 $46,100 $7,300 $38,800
2020 $1,056 $46,100 $7,300 $38,800
2019 $1,010 $46,100 $7,300 $38,800
2018 $1,010 $46,100 $7,300 $38,800
2017 $1,016 $46,500 $0 $0
2016 $1,030 $46,500 $0 $0
2015 $1,035 $46,500 $0 $0
2014 $967 $46,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DEKT238636

Bright MLS

APN: 1-17-01905-05-2400-000