This cozy 4 bedroom property is nestled in a Caesar Rodney School District neighborhood and will feel like home as soon as you walk in. Charming colonial style, brick appointed home has been well cared for by the same owner for a quarter of a century. Entering, you will be greeted with two separate spacious living areas, suitable for many options! Upstairs, boasts 4 large bedrooms and tons of storage. There is even hardwood flooring under all carpet throughout. The basement could be used for additional storage and/or exercise/play area. Great for nature lovers, the backyard features a whimsical sunroom that overlooks a spacious mostly fenced yard with a pergola covered coy pond and deck. Only minutes from Dover Air Force Base and Rt 1. Peaceful, private and waiting for new owners - don't wait!
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,188 (+23.0%)
$89,900 + $150,700
$240,600
2025
$966 (+0.4%)
$89,900 + $150,700
$240,600
2024
$962 (−6.0%)
$89,900 + $150,700
$240,600
2023
$1,024 (+14.3%)
$89,900 + $150,700
$240,600
2022
$896 (−8.9%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2021
$983 (+1.6%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2020
$967 (+4.0%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2019
$930 (+3.6%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2018
$898 (+2.8%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2017
$873 (+2.1%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2016
$855 (+18.8%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2015
$720 (+0.3%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2014
$718 (+64.3%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2013
$437 (−34.7%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2012
$669 (+1.6%)
$9,700 + $29,300
$39,000
2011
$658
$9,700 + $29,300
$39,000
Tax history for 342 Alder Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,188 (+23.0%)
$89,900 + $150,700
$240,600
2025
$966 (+0.4%)
$89,900 + $150,700
$240,600
2024
$962 (−6.0%)
$89,900 + $150,700
$240,600
2023
$1,024 (+14.3%)
$89,900 + $150,700
$240,600
2022
$896 (−8.9%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2021
$983 (+1.6%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2020
$967 (+4.0%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2019
$930 (+3.6%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2018
$898 (+2.8%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2017
$873 (+2.1%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2016
$855 (+18.8%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2015
$720 (+0.3%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2014
$718 (+64.3%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2013
$437 (−34.7%)
$9,700 + $30,400
$40,100
2012
$669 (+1.6%)
$9,700 + $29,300
$39,000
2011
$658
$9,700 + $29,300
$39,000
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
72 ft.
Lot depth
115 ft.
Lot size
8,320 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,802
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
2-05-085.12-01-62.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Improvement Assessed Value: $30,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Building Name: NONE
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding, Brick
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 72.00 x 115.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $9,700
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,802
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $667
County Tax: $133
School Tax: $822
Tax Assessed Value: $40,100
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,622
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: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes
Location
School Information
School District Name: CAESAR RODNEY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: From Governor's Ave, turn west onto Fiddler's Green, through two stop signs, take right turn on Alder Rd, home #342 on left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,802
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,320 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 2-05-085.12-01-62.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Brown (W. Reily) Elementary School
Public 1-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Fifer (Fred) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
4/10
Caesar Rodney High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
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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 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
78% 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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Historical weather
Dover, DE • 19904
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$295,000 – $357,000
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