NOT LISTED FOR SALE

420 Old Kennett Rd Wilmington, DE 19807

Ashland Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $643,000 - $2,309,000

5 Beds
7 Baths
8,650 Sq Ft
$204/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 07, 2012

Last sale price $940,000 $109 Per Sq Ft

Est. 88% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,214/month

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • 5.16 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of June 2012

Spectacular piece of Delaware history is once again available. The Estate of Mt. Vernon, a majestic house built in 1933 situated on just over 5 acres in the heart of Chateau Country and only 5 minutes from Greenville. The circular drive leads to the Federal style 8650 sq. ft. colonial home with elegant columns & porches. The stunning entry with a grand sweeping staircase, black & white tiles and elaborate moldings are representative of a time when homes were built with distinction. Grand Living & Dining rooms with 8 ft. french doors lead to the rear porch, offering spectacular views of the Estate. Home also offers a library, 7 fireplaces thru-out, nanny or staff quarters & a rear staircase. The Master Bedroom wing includes a dressing room, sitting room and 2 fireplaces. Detached 3-car garage. Home & Pool are in need of repair.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cathleen Wilder

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Listed on: 04/22/2012

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listed By

R.T. Christopher

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #AB068136

Last Buyer's Agent

JOHN KELLEHER

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,001

Year Built

  • Built in 1933

Lot Details

  • 5.16 Acre Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Subdivision Possible
  • Property is in below average condition
  • Property is zoned NC2A

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 8,650 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Balcony
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Owls Nest Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0701100068

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,001

Year Built

Built in 1933

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1933
  • Remarks Public: Spectacular piece of Delaware history is once again available. The Estate of Mt. Vernon, a majestic house built in 1933 situated on just over 5 acres in the heart of Chateau Country and only 5 minutes from Greenville. The circular drive leads to the Federal style 8650 sq. ft. colonial home with elegant columns & porches. The stunning entry with a grand sweeping staircase, black & white tiles and elaborate moldings are representative of a time when homes were built with distinction. Grand Living & Dining rooms with 8 ft. french doors lead to the rear porch, offering spectacular views of the Estate. Home also offers a library, 7 fireplaces thru-out, nanny or staff quarters & a rear staircase. The Master Bedroom wing includes a dressing room, sitting room and 2 fireplaces. Detached 3-car garage. Home & Pool are in need of repair.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Dining Area
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Center Hall
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room Count: 13
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 8650
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 8650
  • Net Sq Ft: 8650.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 127.17
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 8650
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 420

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
  • School District Key: 300200396545

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s), Subdivision Possible
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.16
  • Lot Dimensions: 0*0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 224770.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Balcony
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Zoning: NC2A

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2250060
  • Tax Annual Amount: 13001.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0701100068
  • Tax Year: 2011
  • Close Date: 06/07/2012

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2012
Closed on
Jun 7, 2012
Sold by
Racobaldo Thomas P
Bought by
Lyons Garrett B and Lyons Patricia M
Seller's Agent
Cathleen Wilder
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
JOHN KELLEHER
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$940,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$160,000
-14.55%
Current Estimated Value
$1,765,874

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$825,874
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.18%
Original Mortgage
$705,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2011
Sold by
The Laffey Mchugh Foundation
Bought by
Racobaldo Thomas P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lyons Garrett B $940,000 None Available
Racobaldo Thomas P $800,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lyons Garrett B $1,000,000
Closed Lyons Garrett B $250,000
Closed Lyons Garrett B $150,000
Closed Lyons Garrett B $705,000
Previous Owner Racobaldo Thomas P $300,000
Previous Owner Racobaldo Thomas P $340,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/07/2012 06/07/12 Sold $940,000 -14.5% $109 / Sq Ft
05/22/2012 05/22/12 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2012 04/22/12 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $127 / 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 $19,105 $530,600 $122,400 $408,200
2023 $16,795 $530,600 $122,400 $408,200
2022 $17,501 $530,600 $122,400 $408,200
2021 $17,499 $530,600 $122,400 $408,200
2020 $17,556 $530,600 $122,400 $408,200
2019 $17,530 $530,600 $122,400 $408,200
2018 $17,181 $530,600 $122,400 $408,200
2017 $16,971 $530,600 $122,400 $408,200
2016 $16,208 $530,600 $122,400 $408,200
2015 $15,021 $524,800 $122,400 $402,400
2014 $13,900 $524,800 $122,400 $402,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cathleen Wilder

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Cathleen Wilder

    Long & Foster

    (302) 218-5880

    3 in this area

    108 Total Sales

    Cathleen Wilder
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  • R.T. Christopher

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    R.T. Christopher

    Long & Foster

    (302) 351-5000

    2 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    R.T. Christopher
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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    JOHN KELLEHER

    Long & Foster

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003934980

Bright MLS

APN: 07-011.00-068

Delaware New Castle County Wilmington 19807 Ashland

420 Old Kennett Rd, Wilmington, DE

This home is located at 420 Old Kennett Rd, Wilmington, DE 19807 since 22 April 2012 and is currently estimated at $1,765,874, approximately $204 per square foot. This property was built in 1933. 420 Old Kennett Rd is a home located in New Castle County with nearby schools including Alexis I. du Pont Middle School, Alexis I. du Pont High School, and The Tatnall School.

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