Seller's Agent in 2017
Catherine Ortner
Compass
(302) 540-1425
1 in this area
133 Total Sales
49 1/2 Lawson Ave Claymont, DE 19703
Estimated Value: $348,000 - $373,138
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,275
Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Deck
- No HOA
- Claymont Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Breakfast Room
About This Home
As of November 2017Charming three bedroom, 1 bath colonial in beautiful condition with tons old world charm features like hardwood floors, thick baseboards, rich detailed moldings plus a fantastic fenced rear yard beckons a closer look. New front door and sidelights plus a gracious front porch ushers you into the home where you are greeted by an elegant living room and hardwood floors that flow throughout much of the first floor. The living room opens into the formal dining room that offers ample entertaining space and convenient access to the totally renovated kitchen by Holcomb. The heart of the home is the newly renovated kitchen (2015/2016) with breakfast room, mudroom and powder room additional features include white wood cabinetry, granite countertops, hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. There's easy everyday living or entertaining with the large breakfast room and access to the maintenance free Trex decking '13. Upstairs are three bedrooms, all with detailed moldings and lighted ceiling fans and a totally renovated spacious full bathroom with gorgeous tile floor, large vanity with granite top and brushed nickel fixtures. The spacious basement offered plenty of storage with laundry/utility areas plus there's an oversized storage shed. New driveway '17, roof and siding '14, sewer line '12, boiler is 8 years old. Convenient location is just a short walk from nearby parks and commuting is easy with quick access to I-95/495 and minutes to downtown Wilmington. The bonus space is a separate 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Apartment rents from $600-$750/month, seller pays water and heat, tenant pays electric. No laundry in apartment.
Co-Listed By
Bonnie Ortner
Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,666
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40 x 166
- Level Lot
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned NC5
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,275 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1.5 Bathrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- 3 Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Claymont Elementary School
- Talley Middle School
- Brandywine High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Claymont Terrace Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0607100125
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 21, 2017
Closed on
Oct 28, 2017
Sold by
Mitchell Jevon and Mitchell Savanna
Bought by
Dixon Tureka
Seller's Agent
Catherine Ortner
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Kathy Hagerty
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$219,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$900
-0.41%
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
$140,285
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.05%
Original Mortgage
$215,033
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 12, 2010
Sold by
Mitchell Jay D
Bought by
Mitchell Jevon and Mitchell Savanna
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$187,677
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixon Tureka | -- | None Available | |
| Mitchell Jevon | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Dixon Tureka | $287,952 | |
| Closed | Dixon Tureka | $227,920 | |
| Closed | Dixon Tureka | $13,189 | |
| Closed | Dixon Tureka | $10,258 | |
| Closed | Dixon Tureka | $215,033 | |
| Previous Owner | Mitchell Jevon | $187,677 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/03/2017 11/03/17 | Sold | $219,000 | -0.4% | $96 / Sq Ft |
| 10/18/2017 10/18/17 | For Sale | $219,900 | 0.0% | $97 / Sq Ft |
| 09/13/2017 09/13/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/13/2017 09/13/17 | For Sale | $219,900 | 0.0% | $97 / Sq Ft |
| 08/21/2017 08/21/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/19/2017 08/19/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/21/2017 07/21/17 | For Sale | $219,900 | -- | $97 / 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 | $2,024 | $53,000 | $9,800 | $43,200 |
| 2023 | $1,849 | $53,000 | $9,800 | $43,200 |
| 2022 | $1,880 | $53,000 | $9,800 | $43,200 |
| 2021 | $1,880 | $53,000 | $9,800 | $43,200 |
| 2020 | $1,880 | $53,000 | $9,800 | $43,200 |
| 2019 | $2,575 | $53,000 | $9,800 | $43,200 |
| 2018 | $1,798 | $53,000 | $9,800 | $43,200 |
| 2017 | $1,667 | $49,900 | $9,800 | $40,100 |
| 2016 | $1,665 | $49,900 | $9,800 | $40,100 |
| 2015 | $1,533 | $49,900 | $9,800 | $40,100 |
| 2014 | $1,531 | $49,900 | $9,800 | $40,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Catherine Ortner
-
B
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Bonnie Ortner
Patterson Schwartz
-
Kathy Hagerty
K
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Kathy Hagerty
Long & Foster
(302) 379-4447
8 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000325859
APN: 06-071.00-125
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