This beautiful Olde Dover home is available immediately and offers the perfect canvas for a discerning buyer who appreciates character, craftsmanship, and the opportunity to personalize an older home in a beloved historic community. Rich with original details, the property features gorgeous hardwood floors, spacious and inviting common living areas, and a full partially finished basement—ideal for storage, hobbies, or future expansion. Thoughtful built ins, rarely found in today’s homes, add charm and functionality throughout. Just off the eat in kitchen, you’ll find a true in law or au pair suite, providing exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, guests, or a private workspace. The formal family room is warm and welcoming, anchored by a classic fireplace and bathed in natural light. A large additional room serves perfectly as a family room, den, or home office, with direct access to the rear yard. The kitchen, baths, and select areas are ready to be reimagined and revived—offering a valuable opportunity to build sweat equity while restoring this gem to its full glory. Recently vacated, the home is absolutely livable as is, allowing new owners to enjoy its original charm immediately while planning updates at their own pace. Outside, mature shade trees, slate patios, and minimal landscaping create a peaceful backdrop for outdoor living. Parking is available at the front of the property, with additional access via the rear alley. This is a rare chance to own a piece of Dover’s past—full of character, potential, and the promise of many years of comfort and happiness!
Under contract
$430,000
520 N State St, Dover, DE 19901
4beds
2,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.36 Acres Lot
$420,700 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic fireplaceOriginal detailsMature shade treesMinimal landscapingSlate patiosFull partially finished basementGorgeous hardwood floors
- 73 days
- 134
- 1
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tonya Williams 302-677-0014,
Totally Distinctive Realty 3026770014
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2048794
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Laundry, Storage Room, Hobby Room
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Baseboard, Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Chute, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Efficiency, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,750
- Total interior livable area: 2,750 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,750
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 155.50
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: ED0506720027100000
- Zoning: R8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Olde Dover
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dover
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $374,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,221
- Date on market: 7/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$420,700
$400,000 - $442,000
$2,623/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/5/2026 | Contingent | $430,000$156/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $430,000+173.1%$156/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/2/2019 | Listing removed | $1,700$1/sqft |
Source: Totally Distinctive Realty #1009939604 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,700$1/sqft |
Source: Diamond State Homes LLC Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2015 | Listing removed | $1,700$1/sqft |
Source: Diamond State Homes LLC Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2015 | Price change | $1,700-5.6%$1/sqft |
Source: Diamond State Homes LLC Report a problem | ||
| 12/26/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Totally Distinctive Realty #6447046 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2014 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Totally Distinctive Realty #6447046 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Totally Distinctive Realty #6447046 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/1999 | Sold | $157,450$57/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,203 +3.5% | $374,800 |
| 2024 | $2,127 +22.7% | $374,800 +536.3% |
| 2023 | $1,734 +3.4% | $58,900 |
| 2022 | $1,676 +3.8% | $58,900 |
| 2021 | $1,615 +3.5% | $58,900 |
| 2020 | $1,559 +5.8% | $58,900 |
| 2019 | $1,474 +9.6% | $58,900 |
| 2018 | $1,346 | $58,900 |
| 2017 | $1,346 +1.3% | $58,900 |
| 2016 | $1,328 +0.1% | $58,900 |
| 2015 | $1,327 -0.3% | $58,900 |
| 2014 | $1,330 | $58,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2000 | $741 | $58,900 |
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Neighborhood: 19901
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Capital
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