$399,000

138 Adams St Delaware City, DE 19706

Estimated payment $2,419/month

Total Views 96,551
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,925 Sq Ft
$136 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Victorian Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

Welcome to 138 Adams Street, located on just under 1⁄4 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!

Listing Agent

Alanna Piser

Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville License #RS0025814 Listed on: 06/27/2025

Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,506

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Side Yard
  • Historic Home
  • Property is zoned 22R-1

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,925 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Sump Pump
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Gas Oven or Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Delaware City Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2200700012

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,506

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Remarks Public: 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!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Hung
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Storage Room, Bathroom 1, Half Bath, Screened Porch
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2925
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2925
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 136.41
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2925
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 138

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: COLONIAL
  • School District Key: 300200396891
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10019.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Wrap Around
  • Zoning: 22R-1
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2506.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2200700012
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,140 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2023 $970 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2022 $1,040 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2021 $1,113 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2020 $1,127 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2019 $1,165 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2018 $1,117 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2017 $1,019 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2016 $726 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2015 $724 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
2014 $724 $62,600 $10,000 $52,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2025 06/27/25 For Sale $399,000 -- $136 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $140,500 Unknown
Closed $141,600 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2084858

Bright MLS

APN: 22-007.00-012