$280,000
SOLD DEC 30, 2025

914 S State St Dover, DE 19901

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,329 Sq Ft
8,320 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$211 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • No HOA
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of December 2025

Welcome to the heart of Delaware-beautiful, historic Downtown Dover! 914 South State Street, a three-bedroom, one-bath Cape Cod home, is ready for its new owners! This charming residence has been beautifully and thoughtfully updated, preserving its historic charm while incorporating many modern touches. You’ll love being within walking distance to downtown Dover and the Green, where you can enjoy locally owned shops, parades, festivals, restaurants, coffee shops, and more. Medical facilities, schools, gyms, and numerous other conveniences are also just a short walk away. Inside, you’ll find the original hardwood floors that have been expertly refinished, fresh and crisp paint throughout, a fully renovated kitchen, and bathroom! The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, new cabinets, and luxury vinyl tile. Meals can be enjoyed at the peninsula or in the dining area, which offers ample space for a dining table and chairs. Two spacious bedrooms have refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, and new lighting. The full bathroom has been completely renovated with a new tub/shower combo, sleek ceramic tile surround, new vanity, toilet, lighting, and luxury vinyl tile floors. Upstairs, you’ll find an expansive, private third bedroom that also has space that can be used as a sitting area, a home office, or exercise equipment. The full unfinished basement, with both outside and interior access, offers a blank slate for your customization. Enjoy mornings and evenings relaxing on the front porch! All new sidewalks and landscaping have been installed. Recent updates include a new roof, new appliances and fixtures, paint, refinished hardwood floors, luxury vinyl tile, new lighting, and much more! This gem is perfect as a starter home or as a downsizing option. Conveniently located near Dover Air Force Base, Bayhealth hospital and medical centers, cities, beaches, airports, shopping, excellent restaurants, state parks, schools, and universities—the list goes on! Taxes, square footage, and room sizes are estimates. Buyers should perform their due diligence.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karyn Stant

(302) 677-0020 centraldelawarebroker@gmail.com Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware Listed on: 08/21/2025

Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware

Last Buyer's Agent

Jenna LaFermine

(302) 674-4220 info@burnsandellis.com Burns & Ellis Realtors License #RS0036706

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,278

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 8,320 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50.00 x 166.40
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R8

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,329 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Side Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 8 Parking Spaces
  • 8 Driveway Spaces

Schools

  • Fairview Elementary School
  • Dover Middle School
  • Dover High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5600-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number ED-05-07717-03-5600-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,278

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Staging Items, personal property, washer, dryer
  • Inclusions: Kitchen appliances
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 8/21/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Side Entrance, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
  • Laundry Type: Hookup, Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1329
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1329
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 218.13
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1329
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 8
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 8

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • 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

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: FAIRVIEW
  • High School: DOVER H.S.
  • Middle Or Junior School: DOVER

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 50.00 x 166.40
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8320.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good
  • Zoning: R8
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1051.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1278.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: ED-05-07717-03-5600-000
  • Tax Lot: 5600-000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPITAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2025
Closed on
Dec 17, 2025
Sold by
Stant John W and Stant Joseph
Bought by
Elizabeth W Murphey School Inc
Seller's Agent
Karyn Stant
Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware
Buyer's Agent
Jenna LaFermine
Burns & Ellis Realtors
List Price
$299,700
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,700
-6.57%
Views
82

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-19.93%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2025
Closed on
May 9, 2025
Sold by
Lynch H Bernard
Bought by
Stant Joseph and Stant John W
Seller's Agent
Ashley Lyon
Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Lyon
Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Views
5

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
125.60%
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 -- None Listed On Document
Deed $165,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $165,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $180,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/30/2025 12/30/25 Sold $280,000 -3.4% $211 / Sq Ft
09/27/2025 09/27/25 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Price Changed $289,900 -3.3% $218 / Sq Ft
08/21/2025 08/21/25 For Sale $299,700 +81.6% $226 / Sq Ft
05/08/2025 05/08/25 Sold $165,000 0.0% $124 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2025 04/18/25 For Sale $165,000 -- $124 / 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 $1,278 $217,400 $84,500 $132,900
2024 $1,234 $217,400 $84,500 $132,900
2023 $954 $32,400 $9,400 $23,000
2022 $922 $32,400 $9,400 $23,000
2021 $888 $32,400 $9,400 $23,000
2020 $858 $32,400 $9,400 $23,000
2019 $811 $32,400 $9,400 $23,000
2018 $740 $32,400 $9,400 $23,000
2017 $728 $32,400 $0 $0
2016 $731 $32,400 $0 $0
2015 $730 $32,400 $0 $0
2014 $732 $32,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DEKT2040180

Bright MLS

APN: 2-05-07717-03-5600-000