****DEADLINE FOR OFFERS TUESDAY 7/15 9:00 AM********Welcome to 217 Locust Ave! This lovingly maintained home in desirable Elsmere Park was proudly owned by just one family since it was built. This 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath home is perfect for first time home owners or down sizers looking for a move in ready space with a bit of character. Fresh paint and hardwood floors run throughout the home. The fully fenced in yard offers a private retreat, perfect for gardening, relaxing or entertaining. Located just off Kirkwood Highway, you're minutes from 95, shopping and restaurants. A wonderful opportunity to own a modestly priced home with heart in a prime location! **More photos will be uploaded next week****
Sold for $236,000
$236,000
217 Locust Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805
3beds
1,075sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$242,600 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$1,933 Estimated rent
Home value
$242,600
$218,000 - $269,000
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Private retreatFully fenced in yardMove in ready spaceFresh paintLovingly maintained homeHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Rachel DiEmedio 443-371-1761,
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Bought with:
Yonathan Galindo, 0026163
RE/MAX Point Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2085322
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Features
- Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Full,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,075
- Total interior livable area: 1,075 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,075
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 19004.00352
- Zoning: 19R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Elsmere Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $35,500
- Annual tax amount: $436
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Private Financing Available,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $236,000+4.9%$220/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2085322 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Pending sale | $225,000$209/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2085322 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $225,000-47.1%$209/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2085322 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2011 | Listing removed | $425,000$395/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred - Delaware #5834428 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2011 | Listed for sale | $425,000$395/sqft |
Source: NRT Philadelphia #5834428 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $228,200 +542.8% |
| 2024 | $54 +16.3% | $35,500 |
| 2023 | $46 | $35,500 |
| 2022 | $46 +0.3% | $35,500 |
| 2021 | $46 -0.5% | $35,500 |
| 2020 | $46 | $35,500 |
| 2019 | $46 +0.8% | $35,500 |
| 2017 | $46 | $35,500 |
| 2016 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2015 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $35,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $35,500 |
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: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Stanton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 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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