$480,000
SOLD MAR 3, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,650 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$181 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Den

About This Home

As of March 2025

Happy Valley is one of Wilmington's most coveted neighborhoods located within feet of the Brandywine Park and River. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse has a lot of functionality, versatility, and square footage. Enter the house into the foyer and dining room which has hardwood floors, bay window, and visual pass-through access into the kitchen. The kitchen has white cabinetry with all updated high-end stainless appliances, granite counters, and gas cooking. The large sunken living room has 9 ft. ceilings, a corner fireplace that has been converted to natural gas, and a set of French doors that lead to an enclosed three-season sunroom with a vaulted ceiling and T-111 thick exterior paneling and LVP flooring. The main bedroom on the second level has a soaring vaulted ceiling with a large 3-bank picture window, dual closets, and private access to a full bathroom with a working Sauna! The second bedroom is also on the second level and is ample in size with a full closet, 2 windows, and fresh new carpet. This room is currently being staged as a media room. There is also a bonus room on the second level that is perfect for a home office, arts and crafts room, or even a nursery. Laundry is also conveniently located on the second level which is a plus with a city home. The third level features another bedroom with hardwood flooring and a fully tiled bathroom with a shower/tub combination that encompasses the entire level and is perfect for guests, a roommate, a teenager, or anyone that requires their own living space. The lower level has a 36'x14' finished rec room that lends itself to a myriad of different uses. There is also a door that allows access to a rear brick patio that is covered by the three-season sunroom. The rear yard has a brick walkway and open patio with elaborate landscaping and water fountain that is included with the sale of the home. New 150 amp electric panel in 2024. 3 Season Room enclosed in 2022. Natural gas water heater in 2021. Architechural roof in 2013. HVAC sysems in 2001 and were just recently serviced and in good working order. A lot of house, with a lot of functionality, in a very desirable location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brett Youngerman

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-271668 Listed on: 01/30/2025

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Madeline Justison

Crown Homes Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,827

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16.00 x 120.00

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Corner Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Rear Basement Entry

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Schools

  • Highlands Elementary School
  • Alexis I.Dupont Middle School
  • John Dickinson High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 150 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Happy Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 224
  • Assessor Parcel Number 26-021.30-224

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,827

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: All personal property
  • Inclusions: Gas grill, pot racks in kitchen, water fountain in rear yard. All items are transferring with the property and have no value.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2025-01-30
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Happy Valley is one of Wilmington's most coveted neighborhoods located within feet of the Brandywine Park and River. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse has a lot of functionality, versatility, and square footage. Enter the house into the foyer and dining room which has hardwood floors, bay window, and visual pass-through access into the kitchen. The kitchen has white cabinetry with all updated high-end stainless appliances, granite counters, and gas cooking. The large sunken living room has 9 ft. ceilings, a corner fireplace that has been converted to natural gas, and a set of French doors that lead to an enclosed three-season sunroom with a vaulted ceiling and T-111 thick exterior paneling and LVP flooring. The main bedroom on the second level has a soaring vaulted ceiling with a large 3-bank picture window, dual closets, and private access to a full bathroom with a working Sauna! The second bedroom is also on the second level and is ample in size with a full closet, 2 windows, and fresh new carpet. This room is currently being staged as a media room. There is also a bonus room on the second level that is perfect for a home office, arts and crafts room, or even a nursery. Laundry is also conveniently located on the second level which is a plus with a city home. The third level features another bedroom with hardwood flooring and a fully tiled bathroom with a shower/tub combination that encompasses the entire level and is perfect for guests, a roommate, a teenager, or anyone that requires their own living space. The lower level has a 36'x14' finished rec room that lends itself to a myriad of different uses. There is also a door that allows access to a rear brick patio that is covered by the three-season sunroom. The rear yard has a brick walkway and open patio with elaborate landscaping and water fountain that is included with the sale of the home. New 150 amp electric panel in 2024. 3 Season Room enclosed in 2022. Natural gas water heater in 2021. Architechural roof in 2013. HVAC sysems in 2001 and were just recently serviced and in good working order. A lot of house, with a lot of functionality, in a very desirable location.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
  • Fireplace Features: Corner, Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Office, Recreation Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Rear Entrance
  • Total Sq Ft: 2650
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2650
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 205.17
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2242
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 408
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 408
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 907

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 150 Amps
  • 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: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
  • Elementary School: HIGHLANDS
  • Middle School: ALEXIS I.DUPONT
  • High School: JOHN DICKINSON
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 300200396545
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: HIGHLANDS
  • High School: JOHN DICKINSON
  • Middle Or Junior School: ALEXIS I.DUPONT

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 120.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1742.00
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: 26R-3
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2012.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3827.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 26-021.30-224
  • Tax Lot: 224
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2650
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 03/03/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2025
Closed on
Mar 3, 2025
Sold by
Martin Valerie D and Smook Valerie D
Bought by
Mastro Alexandra and Gavel Kelley
Seller's Agent
Brett Youngerman
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Madeline Justison
Crown Homes Real Estate
List Price
$460,000
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
4.35%
Total Days on Market
3
Views
60

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.15%
Original Mortgage
$456,000
Outstanding Balance
$455,629
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$20,693

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 1989
Bought by
Smook Valerie D
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $480,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $183,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $456,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/03/2025 03/03/25 Sold $480,000 +4.3% $181 / Sq Ft
02/03/2025 02/03/25 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2025 01/30/25 For Sale $460,000 -- $174 / 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 $2,780 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2023 $2,344 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2022 $2,353 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2021 $2,448 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2020 $2,464 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2019 $4,624 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2018 $2,933 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2017 $2,927 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2016 $2,774 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2015 $1,998 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
2014 $1,998 $107,700 $14,900 $92,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2075146

Bright MLS

APN: 26-021.30-224