NOT LISTED FOR SALE

540 Groundhog Ln Smyrna, DE 19977

Estimated Value: $379,000 - $416,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,925 Sq Ft
$209/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 16, 2023

Last sale price $375,000 $195 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,197/month

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pasture Views
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • North Smyrna Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Wood Flooring
  • Combination Kitchen and Living

About This Home

As of May 2023

Suburban living with country views. Be the first to live in this recently renovated 4 bed, 2.5 bath colonial that backs up to farmland. New hardwood floors, carpet, and paint. Den and powder room greet you in foyer. Den is possible option for single floor living. The main living space is a huge open concept area connecting the kitchen, dining area, and living room. Bask in the natural light streaming in as well as the views of an endless corn field in the back yard. Four bedrooms await upstairs. Master bedroom offers walk-in closet, more great light, and an en-suite bathroom. The finished basement with its high ceilings and recessed lights force you to make a choice: exercise room, child's playroom, man cave, or hobby room. This amounts to an extra 920 sf of living space. Walk out basement to backyard flat backyard. Build a deck and you will be in heaven. Sunsets over amber waves of gold will never get old. Small equipment shed will keep the toys and equipment neat. Two car attached garage and laundry machines on first floor. Don't miss the virtual tour and floor plans. 4 bed, 2.5 bath + 2 car garage. Built 2003. Lot size 9,583 sf or 53 x 148. Taxes $1,191/yr. . Interior 1925 sf + 920 sf finished basement.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christopher Carr

(855) 885-4663 support@simplechoicerealty.com HomeZu Listed on: 01/10/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Enoch Usenbor

(302) 738-2300 vicki@kwempower.com Empower Real Estate, LLC License #RS-0018337

Empower Real Estate, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,378

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 53.12 x 148.87
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned R2

HOA Fees

  • $8 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,925 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Pasture Views
  • Kitchen Island
  • Laundry on main level
  • Partially Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • 100 Amp Service
  • 60 Gallon+ Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2000-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number DC-17-01902-01-2000-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,378

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

9,583 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$8 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: Backyard view of sprawling farm - - Finished basement - - 2 Car Garage
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Combination Kitchen/Living
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1925
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1925
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 202.37
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1925
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Pasture
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Under Ground
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 100.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 41900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 5100.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Dimensions: 53.12 x 148.87
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9583.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: R2
  • In City Limits: No

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2423594
  • School Tax: 1049.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1378.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: DC-17-01902-01-2000-000
  • Tax Lot: 2000-000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SMYRNA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 10, 2023
Closed on
May 16, 2023
Sold by
Xz Properties Llc
Bought by
Sheriff Hawa and Toure Oumar
Seller's Agent
Christopher Carr
HomeZu
Buyer's Agent
Enoch Usenbor
Empower Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$399,540
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,540
-6.14%
Views
511
Current Estimated Value
$401,407

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$26,407
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.51%
Original Mortgage
$368,207
Outstanding Balance
$357,969
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$43,438

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2013
Closed on
Sep 27, 2013
Sold by
The Bank Of New York Mellon
Bought by
Zhang Ximi
Seller's Agent
Mark Levering
Patterson-Schwartz-Dover
Buyer's Agent
Mark Levering
Patterson-Schwartz-Dover
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-3.06%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2013
Sold by
Phillips Sherry D
Bought by
The Bank Of New York Mellon and The Bank Of New York
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sheriff Hawa $375,000 None Listed On Document
Zhang Ximi $155,000 None Available
The Bank Of New York Mellon $172,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sheriff Hawa $368,207
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/16/2023 05/16/23 Sold $375,000 -3.7% $195 / Sq Ft
02/22/2023 02/22/23 Price Changed $389,555 -2.5% $202 / Sq Ft
01/10/2023 01/10/23 For Sale $399,540 0.0% $208 / Sq Ft
09/13/2019 09/13/19 Rented $1,600 0.0% --
08/10/2019 08/10/19 Under Contract -- -- --
08/04/2019 08/04/19 For Rent $1,600 0.0% --
12/01/2017 12/01/17 Rented $1,600 +6.7% --
11/17/2017 11/17/17 Under Contract -- -- --
08/30/2017 08/30/17 For Rent $1,500 0.0% --
04/25/2014 04/25/14 Rented $1,500 -9.1% --
04/24/2014 04/24/14 Under Contract -- -- --
01/06/2014 01/06/14 For Rent $1,650 0.0% --
10/02/2013 10/02/13 Sold $155,000 -3.1% $81 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/16/2013 08/16/13 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2013 07/08/13 For Sale $159,900 +3.2% $83 / Sq Ft
06/29/2013 06/29/13 Off Market $155,000 -- --
06/27/2013 06/27/13 For Sale $159,900 -- $83 / 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 $1,464 $349,300 $73,600 $275,700
2024 $1,474 $349,300 $73,600 $275,700
2023 $1,249 $47,000 $5,100 $41,900
2022 $1,191 $47,000 $5,100 $41,900
2021 $1,167 $47,000 $5,100 $41,900
2020 $1,020 $47,000 $5,100 $41,900
2019 $1,030 $47,000 $5,100 $41,900
2018 $1,030 $47,000 $5,100 $41,900
2017 $1,026 $47,000 $0 $0
2016 $1,041 $47,000 $0 $0
2015 $1,046 $47,000 $0 $0
2014 $978 $47,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DEKT2016564

Bright MLS

APN: 1-17-01902-01-2000-000

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