Outstanding three bedroom ranch home with two full baths, full basement and three season room is only available because of a new job opportunity. Just minutes from Rt 13, you are close to restaurants, shopping, parks, Dover Mall, casino, hospital, Dover Motor Speedway and Dover Air Force Base. This lovingly cared for ranch home was recently updated with new HVAC system in 2024 and new gas water heater in 2025. Your new home’s curb appeal is accentuated by the partial brick work on the front of the home. Step inside to discover a spacious living room enhanced by hardwood floors and newly installed crown molding. An elegant built-in bookcase was recently added to display your mementos and store items. The hardwood floor and crown molding continue into the dining room which is conveniently off the kitchen. The well appointed kitchen has all the modern conveniences, with elegant white cabinets, gas range, dishwasher, stainless steel range hood, microwave, two year young refrigerator with ice maker, stylish backsplash and modern floor. Other perks include garbage disposal, filtered water tap, movable island for extra prep space and storage, and pantry cabinet. Off the hallway is the main bedroom which can fit a king size bed and two more bedrooms, all with ceiling fans. The main bathroom features an easily accessible walk in shower, large medicine cabinet for storage and a bidet on the toilet. The basement stairs lead you to a large room with updated carpet that continues into another room. There is a full bathroom with tiled walls and tiled tub/shower. There is built in shelving for storage near the laundry area. A three season room is conveniently off the kitchen and makes a great space to clean your pets off before they come inside. There is a back porch perfect for outdoor entertaining. The backyard is fenced in and a two year old shed is perfect for storing your outdoor equipment. Other recent improvements include some new windows, new frost free hose bibs, most of the ceiling fans, the dining room chandelier and the ductwork was professionally cleaned out. The home is being sold as is and seller is including a $500 credit towards floor repair in the three season room. This home is not just a place to live; it's a sanctuary where memories are made. Don't miss the opportunity to make it your own! Book your tour today!
Pending
$289,900
217 Macarthur Dr, Dover, DE 19901
3beds
1,346sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Elegant built-in bookcaseNew windowsModern floorStylish backsplashFull basementThree season roomDining room chandelier
- 30 days |
- 295 |
- 43 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Susan Squire 302-276-6088,
Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors 3029951200
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2046912
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Entry Level Bedroom
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,346
- Total interior livable area: 1,346 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,346
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: ED0506814023400000
- Zoning: R8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Whiteoak Farms
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dover
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $215/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $239,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,419
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Fridge, W / D, Curtains, Kitchen Island And Pantry Cabinet
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,864/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Pending sale | $289,900$215/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,900+3.6%$215/sqft |
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| 7/9/2024 | Sold | $279,900$208/sqft |
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| 5/22/2024 | Contingent | $279,900$208/sqft |
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| 5/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $279,900+305.7%$208/sqft |
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| 1/17/2024 | Sold | $69,000$51/sqft |
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| 9/27/2011 | Sold | $69,000-13.8%$51/sqft |
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| 12/22/2010 | Listed for sale | $80,000$59/sqft |
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| 9/5/2010 | Listing removed | $80,000-23.8%$59/sqft |
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| 7/10/2010 | Price change | $105,000-12.5%$78/sqft |
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| 6/16/2010 | Price change | $120,000-11.1%$89/sqft |
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| 5/22/2010 | Listed for sale | $135,000$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,408 +3.5% | $239,500 |
| 2024 | $1,359 +36.6% | $239,500 +608.6% |
| 2023 | $995 +3.4% | $33,800 |
| 2022 | $962 +3.8% | $33,800 |
| 2021 | $927 +3.5% | $33,800 |
| 2020 | $895 +5.8% | $33,800 |
| 2019 | $846 +9.5% | $33,800 |
| 2018 | $772 | $33,800 |
| 2017 | $772 +1.3% | $33,800 |
| 2016 | $762 -81% | $33,800 |
| 2015 | $4,017 +23.4% | $33,800 |
| 2014 | $3,256 | $33,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $33,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $33,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $33,800 +0.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2000 | $424 | $33,700 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19901
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Towne Point Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- NACentral Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- NADover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Capital
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- Delaware
- Kent County
- Dover
- 19901
- 217 Macarthur Dr





