NOT LISTED FOR SALE

815 N Van Buren St Wilmington, DE 19806

West Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $231,000 - $323,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,460 Sq Ft
$119/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 13, 2017

Last sale price $101,000 $41 Per Sq Ft

Est. 190% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,703/month

161 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Stained Glass
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Balcony
  • 2-minute walk to Cool Springs Park

About This Home

As of June 2017

PRE-APPROVED SHORT SALE! This townhome is on the historic registry and is full of Victorian Charm. With 9 foot ceilings, curved walls, long hallways, beautiful trimwork, hardwood floors, stained glass, and a clawfoot tub, this home will delight. On the first level, there is a foyer/vestibule that shows off the staircase and entrance hallway. The living room has a fireplace, hardwoods, and detailed trimwork. The kitchen has a breakfast bar as well as place for a table and chairs. The laundry facilities and a powder room are also on the main level. Upstairs there is a large master bedroom with modern day closet space and a balcony overlooking the backyard. It also has access to the main bath. There are two additional bedrooms upstairs. There is one car parking available next to the side door. This home is a Short Sale and needs some TLC, but the house is solid and needs a renovation to restore it to its intended beauty. In a desirable location, it is walking distance to Tilton Park, Cool Spring Reservoir, Little Italy and Trolley Square. City living at its best. House being sold "as is." HUD/FHA will pay 1% assist to a buyer using 203K financing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marlene Davis

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS285988 Listed on: 10/25/2016

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Kevin Melloy

Tesla Realty Group, LLC

Tesla Realty Group, LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1860

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 19x145
  • Sloped Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in below average condition

HOA Fees

  • HOA YN

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Stained Glass
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Parking Space
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Shed

Schools

  • William C. Lewis Dual Language Elementary School
  • Skyline Middle School
  • Alexis I. Dupont High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Condo Association YN: No
  • Cool Spring Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 26-027.40-136

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1860

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Remarks Public: PRE-APPROVED SHORT SALE! This townhome is on the historic registry and is full of Victorian Charm. With 9 foot ceilings, curved walls, long hallways, beautiful trimwork, hardwood floors, stained glass, and a clawfoot tub, this home will delight. On the first level, there is a foyer/vestibule that shows off the staircase and entrance hallway. The living room has a fireplace, hardwoods, and detailed trimwork. The kitchen has a breakfast bar as well as place for a table and chairs. The laundry facilities and a powder room are also on the main level. Upstairs there is a large master bedroom with modern day closet space and a balcony overlooking the backyard. It also has access to the main bath. There are two additional bedrooms upstairs. There is one car parking available next to the side door. This home is a Short Sale and needs some TLC, but the house is solid and needs a renovation to restore it to its intended beauty. In a desirable location, it is walking distance to Tilton Park, Cool Spring Reservoir, Little Italy and Trolley Square. City living at its best. House being sold "as is." HUD/FHA will pay 1% assist to a buyer using 203K financing.
  • Special Features: 4108
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 6
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2460
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2460
  • Net Sq Ft: 1700.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 59.41
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1700
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 760
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 815

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stucco, Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • 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: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 10.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
  • Elementary School: WILLIAM C. LEWIS DUAL LANGUAGE
  • Middle School: SKYLINE
  • High School: ALEXIS I. DUPONT
  • School District Key: 300200396545
  • Elementary School: WILLIAM C. LEWIS DUAL LANGUAGE
  • High School: ALEXIS I. DUPONT
  • Middle Or Junior School: SKYLINE

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 29500.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 10800.00
  • Lot Features: Sloping, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 19X145
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2614.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Zoning: 26R-3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2404378
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1708.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 26-027.40-136
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Close Date: 06/13/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2016
Closed on
May 23, 2017
Sold by
Wild Brian A and Wild Gina N
Bought by
Hooper Meredith L
Seller's Agent
Marlene Davis
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Melloy
Tesla Realty Group, LLC
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$101,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$48,900
-32.62%
Current Estimated Value
$293,255

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$192,255
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.14%
Original Mortgage
$97,970
Outstanding Balance
$82,460
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$195,177

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2010
Sold by
Conner Gregory A
Bought by
Wild Brian A and Wild Gina N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,105
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2002
Sold by
Mozer Lance J
Bought by
Conner Gregory A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,086
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Hooper Meredith L -- None Available
Wild Brian A $215,000 None Available
Conner Gregory A $115,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Armstrong Nakeesha $3,927
Open Hooper Meredith L $97,970
Previous Owner Wild Brian A $211,105
Previous Owner Conner Gregory A $114,086
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/13/2017 06/13/17 Sold $101,000 0.0% $41 / Sq Ft
04/04/2017 04/04/17 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2017 03/08/17 Price Changed $101,000 -8.2% $41 / Sq Ft
02/10/2017 02/10/17 Price Changed $110,000 -14.4% $45 / Sq Ft
01/09/2017 01/09/17 Price Changed $128,500 -1.9% $52 / Sq Ft
12/12/2016 12/12/16 Price Changed $131,000 -6.4% $53 / Sq Ft
11/15/2016 11/15/16 Price Changed $140,000 -6.6% $57 / Sq Ft
10/25/2016 10/25/16 For Sale $149,900 -- $61 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,257 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2023 $1,093 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2022 $1,098 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2021 $1,096 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2020 $1,102 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2019 $1,912 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2018 $1,097 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2017 $1,095 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2016 $1,038 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2015 $1,708 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
2014 $1,621 $40,300 $10,800 $29,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marlene Davis

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Marlene Davis

    Long & Foster

    (302) 766-4265

    42 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Kevin Melloy

    Tesla Realty Group, LLC

    (302) 425-4900

    18 in this area

    57 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003957551

Bright MLS

APN: 26-027.40-136

Delaware New Castle County Wilmington 19806 West Hill

815 N Van Buren St, Wilmington, DE

This home is located at 815 N Van Buren St, Wilmington, DE 19806 since 25 October 2016 and is currently estimated at $293,255, approximately $119 per square foot. This property was built in 1860. 815 N Van Buren St is a home located in New Castle County with nearby schools including Lewis (William C.) Dual Language Elementary School, Skyline Middle School, and Alexis I. du Pont High School.

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