NOT LISTED FOR SALE

847 Sweet Birch Dr Middletown, DE 19709

Estimated Value: $693,006 - $856,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,675 Sq Ft
$210/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2020

Last sale price $555,000 $151 Per Sq Ft

Est. 39% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,639/month

80 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Open Floorplan
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Silver Lake Elementary School Rated A-
  • Clubhouse
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of July 2020

Visit this home virtually: http://www.vht.com/434054157/IDXS - FOR A 3D INTERACTIVE WALKTHROUGH, PLEASE VISIT: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=4wcM9s3TRCy&mls=1. Click the circles on the floor to move throughout the home, and drag your cursor to view up, down, and 360 degrees around! BUYERS LOSS IS YOUR GAIN! BACK ON THE MARKET!!! Just 2 yrs old, this gorgeous coastal-inspired Schell Bros home in Parkside is immaculate with over 3700 SF of finished living space on a premium corner lot. Walk up onto the welcoming front porch and into your new home! Off the wide foyer is a beautiful office/study with double glass doors. Walk into the main living area and prepared to be wowed! This is the epitome of open concept living. On the right is the beautiful and functional upgraded Gourmet Kitchen that will delight any chef with granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless appliances, walk-in pantry, maple cabinets with soft close drawers, under-cabinet lighting, and a huge 12' island with a farmhouse sink. Beyond the kitchen is the dining room with large windows and tray ceiling that overlooks the backyard with access to the patio and backyard. Opposite the kitchen is the Great Room with a vaulted ceiling, recessed lighting, stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and a wall of windows. These three unobstructed rooms make it perfect for entertainment and family gatherings. The master suite with its tray ceiling is very spacious retreat, also with the grand windows for which Schell is known. Down a hall toward the master bath is a linen closet and two large walk-in closets. The master bath has an enormous tiled, frameless shower and dual marble vanities. On the opposite side of the home are two secondary bedroom with large closets that share a hall bath. Nearby is the spacious, convenient laundry room. If that's not enough, wait until you go downstairs! The finished basement is over 1,300 SF not including several large unfinished areas for storage. The focal point is a stunning 12' wet bar with granite counters, and a glass front, double door, under counter beverage center. There's lots of room for wine storage and show off what you please behind glass cabinet doors. There's also an abundance of under-counter cabinets, as well. The possibilities for the rest of the space are endless: multiple seating areas, gaming, theatre, additional bedroom, it's up to you! Spend countless hours downstairs with the comfort of an additional powder room. Out back, there's an enormous tiered paver courtyard with built-in planters ideal for cookouts, parties, or just hanging out with friends & family. Additional upgraded features include a 5' garage extension, arch top interior doors, a mud room entry from the garage, hickory hardwood flooring throughout the first floor (excluding bedrooms), luxury owner's bath configuration, recessed lighting, security system, and a battery backup for the sump pump. There are over $137,000 of upgrades in this lovingly cared for home (see attached documentation for floor plans & details). Schell homes are all stick-built with 2x6 framing, blown-in insulation, tankless water heaters, and numerous other features that make it the most energy efficient home you can find. For detailed information, please see downloaded Other Green/Energy Documents and read in detail why your next home must be from Schell. Make this Schell home yours today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Renee Sutton-Clarke

Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown Listed on: 04/07/2020

Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown

Last Buyer's Agent

Megan Aitken

Keller Williams Realty License #RE0020721

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,335

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned 23R-2

HOA Fees

  • $70 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Blown-In Insulation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Mud Room
  • Great Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Efficiency Studio
  • Home Security System
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Accessible Home Design

  • Garage doors are at least 85 inches wide
  • Doors with lever handles

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Construction
  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Air Filtration System
  • Humidifier
  • Underground Utilities
  • 220 Volts
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Tankless Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2303000263

Community Details

Overview

  • $1,000 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, health club, management, pool(s), recreation facility, snow removal
  • Parkside Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Party Room

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,335

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$70 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Accessibility Features: >84" Garage Door, Doors - Lever Handle(s)
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Personal property
  • Inclusions: Appliances, TV Wall Brackets, Shelves in Study. Basement and porch furnishings negotiable, as furnishings from 1 secondary bedroom.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Humidifier, Oven - Self Cleaning, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Air Filter System, Bar, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Efficiency, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Study, Great Room, Laundry, Mud Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 3675
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3675
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 231.68
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2456
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1219
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1219
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 847

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Blown-In Insulation, Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • 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: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, Underground
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Energy Star Heating System, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Tankless
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 210.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Club House, Common Grounds, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Party Room, Pool - Outdoor, Tennis Courts
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Health Club, Management, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Snow Removal
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 1000.00

Schools

  • School District: APPOQUINIMINK
  • School District Key: 300200396893
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Construction, Hvac, Lighting
  • Green Indoor Air Qlty: Ventilation
  • Green Remarks: Incomparable construction and green features of Schell include the Schellter Advantage of SanctuAIR, Enerwize, and 4Tress. Please see downloaded document for a full, detailed description of what makes a Schell home the best, most energy efficient home you

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.28
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 12197.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: 23R-2
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3335.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2303000263
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 07/31/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2020
Closed on
Jul 21, 2020
Sold by
Szczepanik Edward V
Bought by
Johnson Ann Marie and Melville Gregory James
Seller's Agent
Renee Sutton-Clarke
Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
Buyer's Agent
Megan Aitken
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$579,000
Sold Price
$555,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-4.15%
Current Estimated Value
$770,252

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$215,252
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.72%
Original Mortgage
$567,765
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2017
Sold by
Schell Brothers Llc
Bought by
Szczepanik Edward V

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$531,563
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2017
Sold by
Parkside East Llc
Bought by
Schell Brothers Llc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Johnson Ann Marie -- None Available
Szczepanik Edward V -- None Available
Schell Brothers Llc -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Melville Gregory James $568,272
Closed Johnson Ann Marie $567,765
Previous Owner Szczepanik Edward V $531,563
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2020 07/31/20 Sold $555,000 -2.5% $151 / Sq Ft
06/26/2020 06/26/20 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2020 05/14/20 Price Changed $569,000 -1.7% $155 / Sq Ft
04/07/2020 04/07/20 For Sale $579,000 -- $158 / 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 $4,461 $121,100 $15,400 $105,700
2023 $363 $121,100 $15,400 $105,700
2022 $3,724 $121,100 $15,400 $105,700
2021 $3,698 $121,100 $15,400 $105,700
2020 $3,698 $121,100 $15,400 $105,700
2019 $3,698 $121,100 $15,400 $105,700
2018 $3,192 $121,100 $15,400 $105,700
2017 $26 $8,700 $8,700 $0
2016 $224 $8,700 $8,700 $0
2015 $26 $8,700 $8,700 $0
2014 $197 $7,900 $7,900 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC499374

Bright MLS

APN: 23-030.00-263