Updated Cape Cod in the sought after neighborhood of Fox Hall. Enjoy the quiet neighborhood just minutes from Maple Dale Country Club, downtown Dover, DAFB, BayHealth Kent Campus, schools and shopping. The house is over 1800 square feet and has an open L shaped floor plan that still offers privacy. The entire house has light stained oak hardwood floors. The living room is warm and inviting and leads to the dining room. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinets for storage and counter space for meal prep. The owners bedroom is on the first floor. It has a private tiled oversized bathroom with dual vanity and a custom shower that is an oasis after a busy day. The second floor has two large bedrooms, a third full bathroom and hardwood floors. The screened porch overlooks the fenced backyard and is perfect for outdoor activities. Make plans to tour this unique property while it's available. 240 Merion Rd offers you the space you need to live the way you deserve.
Absolutely stunning cape cod style home in the ever popular Woodlands Of Foxhall!! Delightful features include gleaming hardwood floors, first floor owners suite with incredible bath - 12x12 ceramic tile flooring, tiled shower and custom built-in vanity, spacious bedrooms, screened porch overlooking tranquil, fenced oversized yard, one car garage, 4' crawl space (perfect for storage), extra wide driveway, neutral d cor and more!!
TREND #6948063
May 12, 2017
Sold
$205,000
$114/sq ft
Mar 28, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 21, 2017
Listed
$200,000
$111/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000056310
May 16, 2017
Listing Removed
—
May 12, 2017
Sold
$205,000
$114/sq ft
Mar 20, 2017
Listed
$200,000
$111/sq ft
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REF# 12146. WOW! Fully renovated gem in the Woodlands of Fox Hall. 3 bedrooms and 3 FULL baths. Current owners have opened up the living spaces of this Cape Cod to make it perfect for a modern lifestyle. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, open concept kitchen/family room, screened porch, and one car garage on one side of the first floor. The first floor master has been transformed into a luxurious suite you simply will not find in this price range- walk in closet, and a HUGE custom bath with double pocket doors, tiled shower, and spa-like vanity! Upstairs are two large bedrooms and another full bath. Step on to the lovely screened porch which overlooks the large wooded backyard- peaceful and private! Outside are new windows and siding. Prime West Dover community that is well established and quiet. This home offers amenities rarely found for 200k- schedule your tour before it's too late.
BRIGHT MLS #1008127432
Mar 16, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Feb 7, 2017
Listed
$214,900
$119/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008240110
Mar 16, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 13, 2016
Listed
$214,900
$119/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008286426
Feb 7, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 12, 2016
Listed
$214,900
$119/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 26, 2007
Sold
$235,000
$130/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT116520
Jan 1, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Nov 17, 2006
Listed
$235,000
$130/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT199874
Aug 16, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jul 28, 2005
Listed
$180,000
$100/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT192270
May 8, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Apr 27, 2005
Listed
$180,000
$100/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,833 (+5.9%)
$108,800 + $185,900
$294,700
2025
$1,732 (+3.5%)
$108,800 + $185,900
$294,700
2024
$1,673 (+29.7%)
$108,800 + $185,900
$294,700
2023
$1,289 (+3.4%)
$108,800 + $185,900
$294,700
2022
$1,247 (+3.8%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2021
$1,201 (+3.5%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2020
$1,160 (+5.8%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2019
$1,096 (+9.5%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2018
$1,001 (+1.7%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2017
$984 (−0.3%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2016
$987 (+0.1%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2015
$986 (−0.3%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2014
$989 (−1.3%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2013
$1,002 (−3.9%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2012
$1,042 (+3.4%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2011
$1,007
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
Tax history for 240 Merion Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,833 (+5.9%)
$108,800 + $185,900
$294,700
2025
$1,732 (+3.5%)
$108,800 + $185,900
$294,700
2024
$1,673 (+29.7%)
$108,800 + $185,900
$294,700
2023
$1,289 (+3.4%)
$108,800 + $185,900
$294,700
2022
$1,247 (+3.8%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2021
$1,201 (+3.5%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2020
$1,160 (+5.8%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2019
$1,096 (+9.5%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2018
$1,001 (+1.7%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2017
$984 (−0.3%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2016
$987 (+0.1%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2015
$986 (−0.3%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2014
$989 (−1.3%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2013
$1,002 (−3.9%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2012
$1,042 (+3.4%)
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
2011
$1,007
$9,100 + $34,700
$43,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
86 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,806
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
2-05-067.09-01-66.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Full Bath, Screened Porch
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $34,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Building Name: None Available
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 86.00 x 140.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $9,100
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,806
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $795
County Tax: $131
School Tax: $1,115
Tax Assessed Value: $43,800
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $2,041
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes
Location
School Information
School District Name: CAPITAL
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: College Rd to Oakmont Rd to Merion Rd
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,806
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 2-05-067.09-01-66.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
North Dover Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Dover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
75% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Dover, DE • 19904
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$354,000 – $428,000
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