Located within the Caesar Rodney School District, 447 Alder Road offers a spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath layout with comfortable living areas and everyday convenienceThis two story home has a functional layout, generous living space, and the opportunity to make it your own. Step inside to a welcoming living room with a cathedral ceiling that creates an open, airy feel and leads visually to the bonus loft-style space at the top of the stairs. Just off the living room, the formal dining room connects to the spacious kitchen, offering a practical flow for everyday living and gatherings. The kitchen also provides access to the laundry area and attached garage for added convenience. A spacious family room sits just off the kitchen and features sliding doors leading to the backyard, making indoor-outdoor living easy. The first floor also includes a convenient half bath. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious owner’s bedroom with direct access to the shared full bathroom, complete with dual vanities for added function. Three additional bedrooms offer flexible space for bedrooms, guests, a home office, or hobbies. Attic access provides additional storage. Outside, the fenced backyard features a spacious patio and mature landscaping, offering a great foundation for relaxing, entertaining, or creating your future backyard retreat. The roof was replaced in 2021, providing valuable peace of mind. Conveniently located near Route 1, Route 13, shopping, dining, major area amenities, and within walking distance to a bus stop and W. Reily Brown Elementary School, this home offers a great blend of space, comfort, and everyday convenience.
For sale
$299,000
447 Alder Rd, Dover, DE 19904
4beds
1,814sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
9,104 Square Feet Lot
$298,000 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 3 days |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michelle Rawley 302-233-5459,
Bryan Realty Group (302) 734-4414,
Co-Listing Agent: Carol Wick 302-760-3001,
Bryan Realty Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2045146
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Attic
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 16
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Other
- Features: Attic - Floored
- Level: Unspecified
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Pantry, Double Sink
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Primary Bath(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,814
- Total interior livable area: 1,814 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,814
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Inside Entrance, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, On Street, Driveway, Attached, Other
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 9,104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70.00 x 130.00
- Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: ED0508512043400000
- Zoning: R8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Mayfair
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dover
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $165/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $257,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,020
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,FHA
- Exclusions: Personal Property
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$298,000
$283,000 - $313,000
$2,176/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,000+70.9%$165/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DEKT2045146 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2018 | Sold | $175,000-2.7%$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2018 | Listed for sale | $179,900$99/sqft |
Source: Burns & Ellis Realtors #1000249798 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2018 | Pending sale | $179,900$99/sqft |
Source: Burns & Ellis Realtors #1000249798 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $179,900$99/sqft |
Source: Burns & Ellis Realtors #1000249798 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,032 +0.4% | $257,300 |
| 2024 | $1,027 -12.6% | $257,300 +456.9% |
| 2023 | $1,176 +5.9% | $46,200 |
| 2022 | $1,111 +0.8% | $46,200 |
| 2021 | $1,101 +1.7% | $46,200 |
| 2020 | $1,083 +4.1% | $46,200 |
| 2019 | $1,040 +3.7% | $46,200 |
| 2018 | $1,003 | $46,200 |
| 2017 | $1,003 +5.1% | $46,200 |
| 2016 | $954 +19.5% | $46,200 |
| 2015 | $799 +0.2% | $46,200 |
| 2014 | $797 | $46,200 +7.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $42,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $42,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $42,900 +0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $42,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $42,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $42,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $42,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $42,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $42,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $42,800 |
| 2000 | $584 | $42,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19904
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Brown (W. Reily) Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Fifer (Fred) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10Caesar Rodney High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Caesar Rodney
- District: Caesar Rodney
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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