#DENC2081034, Julio L Cruz, Listing Office: Cruz Real Estate Inc
29 Matthes Ave Wilmington, DE 19805
Property details
About 29 Matthes Ave
Close to everything . . . If living in a desirable development sounds appealing, then put this opportunity in Elmhurst at the top of your list. This classic 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom charmer is a perfect example of elegant Traditional style. The front porch is within a pedestrian range of Richardson Park School, Conrad School of Science, and Banning Park, and convenient to shopping and dining options. Short commute to areas of employment. Across the threshold, nice touches include new laminate flooring, stylish fixtures blending seamlessly with plentiful natural light, neutral decor, and flat ceilings. Just some of the extras in this home include new paint throughout, and new carpets and a NEW ROOF! The kitchen has lots of possibilities, with nice appliances and counters that look new. Serene primary bedroom. The other two bedrooms, situated above the ground floor, are quiet and rich with ample wardrobe storage. Unfinished basement is available for conversion. Most of all let’s not forget the brand new gas furnace with transferable warranty! Exteriors include a pressure-treated deck and a screened front porch. Don't let this be the one that got away.
Highlights
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Private, Driveway
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $249,900
- Price/SqFt: $135
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,236
- Tax Year: 2021
- Directions: Use gps
- Year Built: 1930
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,850 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.06 Acres
- MLS Number: DENC2079350
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
- Office Phone: (302) 239-3000
- Office Email: realinfo@psre.com
- Listing Agent: Daniel Logan
- Agent Phone: (302) 690-7746
- Agent Email: dlogan@psre.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Nov 03, 2005 | Home Sold | $149,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $36,600 | $- |
2021 | $36,600 | $1,236 |
2020 | $36,600 | $- |
2019 | $36,600 | $1,213 |
2018 | $36,600 | $1,199 |
2017 | $36,600 | $1,144 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Richardson Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•16 Idella Ave
3
Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•1500 Spruce Ave
5
Richey Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•105 E Highland Ave
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 $58,376. The majority of Wilmington, DE residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 29 Matthes Ave
The listing price of 29 Matthes Ave property is $249,900.
The property 29 Matthes Ave is a townhouse located in Wilmington, Delaware, 19805.
Accepting Backup Offers: 29 Matthes 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 29 Matthes Ave are: Richardson Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Richey Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bayard School (The) (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Gateway Lab School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bancroft School (The) (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Delaware Military Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Conrad Schools of Science (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Charter School of Wilmington (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,236 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 3, 2005 for $149,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 29 Matthes Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 29 Matthes Ave is 1,850 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 29 Matthes Ave is 1930.
This home is located at 29 Matthes Ave in Wilmington, DE and zip code 19804 in the Elmhurst neighborhood. This 1,850 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $249,900.
Between March and April 2025, Wilmington, DE real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 78.5%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $299,912, while the average time on the real estate market was 54 days.