$3,146 Closing Credit¹
#DESU2080870, Tony J DiDomenico, Listing Office: Iron Valley Real Estate Ocean City
$264,500 List price
161 Delaware Ave Laurel, DE 19956
$3,141
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
0.4 acres
House
Property details
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.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump, Baseboard
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
BasementYes
Lot size0.39 Acres
Year built1874
ParkingGravel Driveway, Driveway
MLS #DESU2070190
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 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
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Gravel Driveway, Driveway
- Exterior: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Heat Pump, Baseboard
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
- List Price: $264,500
- Annual Tax Amount: $374
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level, Back Yard
- 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.
- Year Built: 1874
- Stories: 2
- Lot Size: 0.39 Acres
- MLS Number: DESU2070190
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: The Real Estate Market
- Office Phone: (302) 877-8100
- Listing Agent: RANDY L HILL
- Agent Phone: (302) 236-3837
- Agent Email: randy@realestatemarket.pro
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 04, 2019 | Home Sold | $148,000 |
| Aug 01, 2017 | Home Sold | $149,900 |
| Oct 10, 2014 | Home Sold | $115,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,700 | $374 |
| 2023 | $6,700 | $425 |
| 2022 | $6,700 | $361 |
| 2021 | $6,700 | $358 |
| 2020 | $6,700 | $366 |
| 2018 | $6,700 | $399 |
| 2017 | $6,700 | $387 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Laurel Elementary School
Public District 1-5
0.7 mi
•801 S Central Ave
7
Frederick Douglass Elementary School
Public District 3-5
6.1 mi
•1 Swain Rd
7
Seaford Central Elementary School
Public District 3-5
6.7 mi
•1 Delaware Pl
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 $43,587. Residents of Laurel, DE typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
38%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
9%
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?
36%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Extreme Sports
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Kmart
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Bob Evans
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Buick
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Country
Oldies- Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 161 Delaware Ave
The listing price of 161 Delaware Ave property is $264,500.
The property 161 Delaware Ave is a house located in Laurel, Delaware, 19956.
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.
The nearby schools for 161 Delaware Ave are: Laurel Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Frederick Douglass Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Seaford Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Laurel Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Seaford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Delmar Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Laurel Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Seaford Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Delmar High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $374 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 4, 2019 for $148,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 161 Delaware Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The sq. ft. of 161 Delaware Ave is not available (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 161 Delaware Ave is 1874.
This home is located at 161 Delaware Ave in Laurel, DE and zip code 19956. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $264,500.
The inventory of homes for sale in Laurel, DE between March and April 2025 increased by 36.6%. In April 2025 median list price was $324,900 and the average listing age was 118 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.