709 Sonora Ave Wilmington, DE 19809
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,300
Sq Ft
8,276
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Rambler Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Fireplace
- Pierre S. Dupont Middle School Rated A-
- Attic
- No HOA
About This Home
As of December 2014Handyman Special. Located on a quiet street in North Wilm. just 2 blocks from St. Helenas Church and a hop, skip & jump to Georges Restaurant on the Philadelphia Pike. Enter into the living room with hardwood floors and brick fireplace. Dining room has hardwoods, built-in corner china cabinet and double window looking out onto the fenced back yard backing up to Mt. Pleasant High School Athletic Field. Door from living room leads to walk-up attic. Nice sized kitchen with doors leading to a garage and basement. Bedrooms with hardwood floors. Estate Sale - being sold "AS IS". A lot of value for the money. Good systems. 704 Sonora recently sold for $235,000 and 800 Sonora for $214,500. Easy to show - is occupied, but no formal lease. Listing Agent related to Seller.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington License #RS-313507 Listed on: 05/20/2014
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,555
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65x122
- Property is zoned NC6.5
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Rambler Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,300 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- 1 Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Attic
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 113
- Assessor Parcel Number 06-132.00-113
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 20, 2014
Closed on
Jul 7, 2014
Sold by
Ward William E and Edward A Pelham Family Trust
Bought by
Equity Trust Co
Seller's Agent
Mary Beth Adelman
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
Buyer's Agent
Bill Whittaker
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-16.61%
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
$225,448
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.67%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $125,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $259,750 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $248,270 | FHA | |
| Closed | $192,367 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2014 12/23/14 | Sold | $195,000 | -2.4% | $151 / Sq Ft |
| 11/17/2014 11/17/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/28/2014 10/28/14 | For Sale | $199,888 | +59.9% | $154 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2014 07/07/14 | Sold | $125,000 | -16.6% | $96 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2014 06/15/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2014 05/20/14 | For Sale | $149,900 | -- | $115 / 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 | $1,941 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2023 | $1,774 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2022 | $1,804 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2021 | $1,804 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2020 | $1,804 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2019 | $1,982 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2018 | $1,724 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2017 | $1,698 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2016 | $1,697 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2015 | $1,561 | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
| 2014 | -- | $51,000 | $12,100 | $38,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2014
Bill Whittaker
RE/MAX
(302) 479-9448
4 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2014
Mary Beth Adelman
RE/MAX
(302) 521-6209
6 in this area
113 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Peggy Sheehan
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 285-0984
2 in this area
134 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002935286
APN: 06-132.00-113
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