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.
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
914 S State St, Dover, DE 19901
3beds
1,329sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
8,320 Square Feet Lot
$284,400 Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$1,917 Estimated rent
Home value
$284,400
$264,000 - $304,000
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Home officeFully renovated kitchenRefinished hardwood floorsNew roofExercise equipmentFull unfinished basementOriginal hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Karyn Stant 302-270-4155,
Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware,
Listing Team: The Johnson Alliance
Bought with:
Jenna LaFermine, RS0036706
Burns & Ellis Realtors
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2040180
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Dining Area, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Side Entrance,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,329
- Total interior livable area: 1,329 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,329
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 166.40
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: ED0507717035600000
- Zoning: R8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent,Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dover
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $211/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $217,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,278
- Date on market: 8/21/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Kitchen Appliances
- Exclusions: Staging Items, Personal Property, Washer, Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | Sold | $280,000-3.4%$211/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DEKT2040180 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2025 | Pending sale | $289,900$218/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2040180 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2025 | Contingent | $289,900$218/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2040180 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $289,900-3.3%$218/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2040180 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,700+81.6%$226/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2040180 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2025 | Sold | $165,000$124/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2036624 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2025 | Pending sale | $165,000$124/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2036624 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,278 +3.5% | $217,400 |
| 2024 | $1,234 +29.4% | $217,400 +571% |
| 2023 | $954 +3.4% | $32,400 |
| 2022 | $922 +3.8% | $32,400 |
| 2021 | $888 +3.5% | $32,400 |
| 2020 | $858 +5.8% | $32,400 |
| 2019 | $811 +9.6% | $32,400 |
| 2018 | $740 | $32,400 |
| 2017 | $740 +1.3% | $32,400 |
| 2016 | $731 +0.1% | $32,400 |
| 2015 | $730 -0.3% | $32,400 |
| 2014 | $732 | $32,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $32,400 |
| 2000 | $408 | $32,400 |
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Neighborhood: 19901
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10South Dover Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- NACentral Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- NADover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fairview
- Middle: Dover
- High: Dover H.s.
- District: Capital
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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