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161 Delaware Ave, Laurel, DE, 19956

$264,500

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$3,141*

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3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
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161 Delaware Ave, Laurel$264,500

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGravel Driveway, Driveway
Year Built1874
HeatingHeat Pump, Baseboard
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
BasementYes
MLS #DESU2070190
Lot Size0.39 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)

About 161 Delaware Ave

This Victorian home in Laurel offers over 2,200 sq. ft. of living space with a first-floor bedroom, FR, DR, KIT, bathroom, and laundry, plus 2 additional bedrooms and bathroom upstairs. There is a gas fireplace in the FR for warmth on those chilly days & nights ahead. A back stairs leads from the kitchen up to the second floor. In the kitchen you'll find exposed beams, a step-back cupboard, and an eat-to bar. Outside there is a large back yard with 2 storage sheds and a carport. Vinyl siding on most areas affords less exterior maintenance. Efficient solar panels are owned (not leased). A new roof was installed in 2021 prior to their installation. Dwelling has a whole house A/C cooling system with Mitsubishi units. There is also a natural gas boiler for the baseboard heat.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1874
  • Stories: 2

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: The Real Estate Market
  • Office Phone: (302) 877-8100
  • Listing Agent: RANDY L HILL

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Wood Floors, Window Treatments

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Gravel Driveway, Driveway

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Level, Back Yard
  • Lot Size: 0.39 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Heat Pump, Baseboard
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Sussex Hwy. (Rt. 13 at stop light/intersection beside Mitchell's Furniture), turn onto Delaware Ave. Proceed west to property on the right past Wilson St.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $264,500

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $358
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Laurel, DE

City

Med. Sold Price

$300K

Med. Price/SqFt

$202

Avg. Days On Market

44

# of Sold Homes

14

161 Delaware Ave vs Laurel

58 DAYS ON ROCKET

+14 Days

$264,500

-$35.5K Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $35.5K less than the Median Sold Price in Laurel, DE.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #DESU2070190

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: The Real Estate Market
  • Office Phone: (302) 877-8100
  • Listing Agent: RANDY L HILL

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Oct 04, 2019Home Sold
$148,000
Aug 01, 2017Home Sold
$149,900
Oct 10, 2014Home Sold
$115,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$358$6,700
2020$366$6,700
2018$399$6,700
2017$388$6,700

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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3
/10

  • Laurel Elementary School

  • 801 S Central Ave

  • 0.66 miles

  • Public District Grades 1-5

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7
/10

  • Frederick Douglass Elementary School

  • 1 Swain Rd

  • 6.14 miles

  • Public District Grades 3-5

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7
/10

  • Seaford Central Elementary School

  • 1 Delaware Pl

  • 6.74 miles

  • Public District Grades 3-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,587. Residents of Laurel, DE typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 161 Delaware Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 161 Delaware Ave property is $264,500.

What type of property is this?

The property 161 Delaware Ave is a house located in Laurel, Delaware, 19956.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 161 Delaware Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $358 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on October 4, 2019 for $148,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 161 Delaware Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The sq. ft. of 161 Delaware Ave is not available (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 161 Delaware Ave is 1874.

Rocket Homes›Delaware›Sussex County›Laurel›19956›161 Delaware Ave

This home is located at 161 Delaware Ave in Laurel, DE and zip code 19956. This home, which was built in 1874, sits on a 0.39 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $264,500.

In October 2024 more than 7 listings in Laurel, DE were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 6 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Laurel, DE between September 2024 and October 2024 decreased by 13.8%. Listings spent 44 days on the market in October 2024, and had a median list price of $300,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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