$500,000
SOLD SEP 25, 2026

537 Kates Way Smyrna, DE 19977

Smyrna Area
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,864 Sq Ft
0.36 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 25, 2026

$175 Per Sq Ft

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Fireplace
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of September 2026

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained residence in one of Smyrna's most sought-after, established neighborhoods. Relax on the inviting front porch surrounded by stunning landscaping, then step inside to discover gorgeous wood floors, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, and a striking wood-burning fireplace that anchors the open-concept living area.
The modern kitchen flows seamlessly into the spacious living room, creating the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The main-level primary suite features a private en suite bath, while the upper level offers two additional bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a versatile bonus room.
Enjoy a walkable community with top-rated schools and convenient access to medical facilities, historic attractions, airports, Delaware beaches, and Dover Air Force Base.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeri Sheats

(888) 543-4829 de.broker@exprealty.net EXP Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: 8885434829 Listed on: 08/14/2026

EXP Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Maryn LeClair

(302) 449-1422 kim@kimsimpsonrealtygroup.com Thyme Real Estate Co LLC

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,829

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 15,769 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 166.69
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,864 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Cottage Dale Acres Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4200-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number DC-17-01909-01-4200-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,829

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0.36 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • MLS Status: CLOSED-BRIGHT
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 2864
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2864
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 174.55
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2864
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Off Street

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.36
  • Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 166.69
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 15769.00
  • Zoning: R1
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1557.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1829.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: DC-17-01909-01-4200-000
  • Tax Lot: 4200-000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SMYRNA

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2010
Sold by
Barlow Sarah D
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
5.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $310,000 None Available
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $201,500 New Conventional
Closed $200,000 New Conventional
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/25/2026 09/25/26 Sold $500,000 0.0% $175 / Sq Ft
08/18/2026 08/18/26 Pending -- -- --
08/14/2026 08/14/26 For Sale $499,900 -- $175 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $1,330 $436,500 $75,500 $361,000
2025 $1,330 $436,500 $75,500 $361,000
2024 $1,342 $436,500 $75,500 $361,000
2023 $1,740 $84,300 $11,500 $72,800
2022 $2,136 $84,300 $11,500 $72,800
2021 $2,093 $84,300 $11,500 $72,800
2020 $1,829 $84,300 $11,500 $72,800
2019 $1,847 $84,300 $11,500 $72,800
2018 $1,847 $84,300 $11,500 $72,800
2017 $1,841 $84,300 $0 $0
2016 $1,868 $84,300 $0 $0
2015 $1,876 $84,300 $0 $0
2014 $1,754 $84,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DEKT2049786

Bright MLS

APN: 1-17-01909-01-4200-000

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