Welcome home to 1217 Maple Avenue! This gem that is located within the Red Clay School District, has so much to offer that will for sure impress you. Fresh paint, flooring, windows and many other recent updates throughout will "wow " you. The true bonus feature of this home is the lower level which offers a private laundry area and utility sink, a separate living area with a full bathroom, kitchenette and separate outside access. This space with it's private entrance is perfect for a roommate, in-law suite, teen suite, home office, and so much more. As you enter from the front door you will immediately notice the updated flooring and fresh neutral paint throughout that is so modern and attractive. The living room has plenty of wall and floor space to arrange your furnishings and décor however you wish. This Great Room opens to the kitchen and dining area through a double wide doorway creating a very modern and airy design flow. Step into the kitchen off of the dining dining area. The corner in front of the window can easily accommodate a breakfast table. There is a lighted ceiling fan in the kitchen. Access the back deck from here through a sliding door and be pleased to find a lovely outdoor space for you to enjoy. The steps from the deck lead to your driveway parking and patio below. There is still more to enjoy in this charming home as you step upstairs to find three bedrooms all with neutral carpet, roomy closets. Two of the bedrooms have useful ceiling fans and one even has two closets! There are two hall closets on this upper level for more storage. The full bathroom has been updated. There is a tub with shower surround, a white vanity and a skylight that provides bright natural sunlight. This property offers convenient access to shopping, restaurants, major roads, interstate, and more. All you need to do is move in a make it home!
Sold for $250,000
$250,000
1217 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE 19805
4beds
1,150sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1956
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$258,600 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$1,960 Estimated rent
Home value
$258,600
$243,000 - $274,000
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Home officeFresh paintShower surroundMajor roadsPrivate entranceUseful ceiling fansLighted ceiling fan
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michele Vella 302-366-0207,
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
Bought with:
Nicolette Buoncristiano, 5014585
Empower Real Estate, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2044700
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bonus Room
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, In Basement
Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bar, Open Floorplan, Kitchenette
- Flooring: Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,150
- Total interior livable area: 1,150 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,150
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.20 x 102.60
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 19008.00187
- Zoning: 19R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Elsmere Gardens
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Elsmere
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $9,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,650
- Date on market: 6/30/2023
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Additional Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Shades / Blinds, Smoke Detectors, Window A / C Units, Ceiling Fans
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2023 | Sold | $250,000-1.2%$217/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2044700 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2023 | Pending sale | $253,000+17.7%$220/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2044700 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $214,900+168.6%$187/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2044700 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2013 | Sold | $80,000+0.1%$70/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2013 | Listed for sale | $79,900-42.9%$69/sqft |
Source: Homepath Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2011 | Listing removed | $139,900$122/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Real Estate #5790410 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2010 | Listed for sale | $139,900+60.8%$122/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Real Estate #5790410 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2002 | Sold | $87,000$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $255,000 +508.6% |
| 2024 | $1,374 +385.8% | $41,900 |
| 2023 | $283 +0.5% | $41,900 |
| 2022 | $281 +2.3% | $41,900 |
| 2021 | $275 -0.6% | $41,900 |
| 2020 | $277 -0.8% | $41,900 |
| 2019 | $279 +0% | $41,900 |
| 2017 | $279 +5.4% | $41,900 |
| 2016 | $265 | $41,900 |
| 2015 | $265 +7.8% | $41,900 |
| 2014 | $246 | $41,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $41,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $41,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $41,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $41,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $41,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $41,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $41,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $41,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $41,900 +7.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $38,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $38,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $38,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $38,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19805
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Stanton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 2/10McKean (Thomas) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Red Clay Consolidated
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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