NOT LISTED FOR SALE

53 Steele Rd Dover, DE 19901

Kent Acres Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $245,000 - $274,375

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,360 Sq Ft
$189/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 28, 2015

Last sale price $135,000 $99 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,461/month

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Caesar Rodney High School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

As of August 2015

New kitchen, new flooring, fresh paint, two car garage with expansive storage area above the garage...lots for room for a very low price! Nestled in Kent Acres near all Dover conveniences, within the Caesar Rodney School District, this home enjoys a makeover of all living spaces. The 13 month buyers home warranty puts the icing on the "like new" features of the home. A perfect first time home buyer bargain. Take the virtual tour and schedule your appointment now!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Audrey Brodie

(302) 677-0770 audrey@delawarerealestateexperts.com First Class Properties License #RB-0020412 Listed on: 06/11/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Andy Whitescarve Whitescarver

(302) 227-4800 doverrealestate@aol.com RE/MAX Realty Group Rehoboth

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $495

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85x136
  • Property is zoned RS1

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • 5 Parking Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • W.B. Simpson Elementary School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Kent Acres Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2100-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number ED-00-08609-02-2100-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$495

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Oversized
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: W.B. SIMPSON

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Dimensions: 85X136
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11531.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Zoning: RS1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2428780
  • Tax Annual Amount: 495.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: ED-00-08609-02-2100-000
  • Tax Lot: 2100-000
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAESAR RODNEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2015
Closed on
Jul 28, 2015
Sold by
Brodie Kenneth W
Bought by
Merriman Sarah Lynne
Seller's Agent
Audrey Brodie
First Class Properties
Buyer's Agent
Andy Whitescarve Whitescarver
RE/MAX Realty Group Rehoboth
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$135,000
Current Estimated Value
$260,112

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$125,112
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.37%
Original Mortgage
$5,000
Outstanding Balance
$3,940
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Estimated Equity
$252,904

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 1998
Bought by
Brodie Kenneth W and Caban Blanca
Source: Public Records
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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
Merriman Sarah Lynne $135,000 None Available
Brodie Kenneth W $68,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Merriman Sarah Lynne $5,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/28/2015 08/28/15 Sold $135,000 0.0% $99 / Sq Ft
08/04/2015 08/04/15 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2015 08/04/15 For Sale $135,000 0.0% $99 / Sq Ft
06/16/2015 06/16/15 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2015 06/11/15 For Sale $135,000 -- $99 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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
2025 $1,296 $221,000 $68,900 $152,100
2024 $1,300 $221,000 $68,900 $152,100
2023 $1,142 $29,000 $9,700 $19,300
2022 $1,084 $29,000 $9,700 $19,300
2021 $1,068 $29,000 $9,700 $19,300
2020 $1,041 $29,000 $9,700 $19,300
2019 $1,014 $29,000 $9,700 $19,300
2018 $990 $29,000 $9,700 $19,300
2017 $972 $29,000 $0 $0
2016 $903 $29,000 $0 $0
2015 $3,373 $29,000 $0 $0
2014 $2,490 $29,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Audrey Brodie

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Audrey Brodie

    First Class Properties

    (302) 331-1043

    4 in this area

    134 Total Sales

    Audrey Brodie
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002630428

Bright MLS

APN: 2-00-08609-02-2100-000

Delaware Kent County Dover 19901 Kent Acres

53 Steele Rd, Dover, DE

Not Listed for Sale

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