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#DENC2085942, Timothy B Carter, Listing office: Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
$399,000 List price
138 Adams St Delaware City, DE 19706
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,925 sqft
0.2 acres
$136 / sqft
House
Property details
About 138 Adams St
Welcome to 138 Adams Street, located on just under ¼ of an acre in beautiful Delaware City. This two-story Queen Anne is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and is situated on a quiet street just a few blocks from the Delaware River. The interior features original hardwood floors, intricate stained-glass windows, and original decorative woodwork throughout. The sitting room features original solid wood pocket doors and a wood-burning fireplace, and is currently being used as a first-floor bedroom. The first floor has a spacious foyer with a grand staircase and a powder room tucked underneath. The kitchen has a gas range and an additional pantry or breakfast room between the kitchen and the dining room. There are four spacious bedrooms at the second floor, as well as a full bath with claw foot tub, and a large laundry room that could be converted into an additional ensuite bath. The exterior features a wraparound porch with hand carved wooden spindles and ceiling fan, an additional side porch, and a Grand Manor asphalt roof. This historic home is a great find in a very desirable location, and perfect to put your own personal touch!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingRadiant
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
Size2,925 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.23 Acres
Year built1900
MLS #DENC2084858
FireplaceMantel(s)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Oven, Gas Range
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Attic, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional
- Fireplace: Mantel(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: None
- Exterior: Exterior Lighting
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Radiant
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $399,000
- Price/SqFt: $136
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,112
- Tax Year: 2021
- Lot: Back Yard, Side Yard(s)
- Directions: I-95 South to DE-1 South and US-13 S to DE-72 S, to DE-9 South, left on Adams Street
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,925 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
- MLS Number: DENC2084858
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
- Office Phone: (302) 429-4500
- Office Email: realinfo@psre.com
- Listing Agent: Alanna Piser
- Agent Phone: (302) 429-4500
- Agent Email: apiser@psre.com
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $62,600 | $- |
| 2021 | $62,600 | $1,112 |
| 2020 | $62,600 | $1,127 |
| 2019 | $62,600 | $1,117 |
| 2018 | $62,600 | $1,019 |
| 2017 | $62,600 | $725 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Southern Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.0 mi
•795 Cox Neck Rd
6
Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School
Public District KG-5
4.0 mi
•4050 Wrangle Hill Rd
4
Penn Beach Elementary School
Public District 4-5
5.5 mi
•96 Kansas Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $73,404. The majority of Delaware City, DE residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Football
Extreme Sports
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Best Buy
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Kmart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Texas Roadhouse
Little Caesars
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
Chevrolet
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Christian
Country
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 138 Adams St
The listing price of 138 Adams St property is $399,000.
The property 138 Adams St is a house located in Delaware City, Delaware, 19706.
Active Listing: 138 Adams St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 138 Adams St are: Southern Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Penn Beach Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Gunning Bedford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Elsinboro Township Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Pennsville Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), St. Georges Technical High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), William Penn High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Pennsville Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,112 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 138 Adams St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 138 Adams St is 2,925 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 138 Adams St is 1900.
This home is located at 138 Adams St in Delaware City, DE and zip code 19706. This 2,925 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $399,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.