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Off Market Mar 2024 for $270K

$303,255

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1,498

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557 Nimitz Rd, Dover, DE 19901

About this home

Welcome to the charming 557 Nimitz Rd, Dover, DE 19901! This lovely ranch, nestled on a large corner lot, welcomes you with open arms. Its fenced backyard ensures privacy as you enjoy lazy summer days lounging by the inviting above-ground swimming pool or having a BBQ on your patio. Step inside, where the bright and cozy living room awaits, offering a perfect space to welcome guests or unwind after a busy day. Adjacent, the dining room provides versatility, whether for formal gatherings or casual meals with loved ones. Indulge your culinary passions in the renovated kitchen, boasting beautiful cabinets and earthtone tile backsplash. Savor your morning tea or coffee or whip up your favorite meals on the like-new gas stove. Down the hall, discover three bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering the option of convenient one-story living. The kitchen conveniently leads to the partially-finished basement. Approximately 350 sq ft of finished basement space offers a plethora of options. .. maybe you need a home office or prefer a game room? The options are plentiful. The unfinished section provides ample room for storage, laundry, home gym or other hobbies. Or perhaps your vision will inspire you to finish the area to create additional living space. The choice is yours. The basement's second full bathroom adds convenience for guests or family members enjoying the space. Experience the comfort and endless potential offered at 557 Nimitz Rd. Welcome home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1973Year Built

9,945 sq ftLot Size

$202Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Kat Geralis • EXP Realty, LLC

•888-543-4829 (broker)

•de.broker@exprealty.net (broker)

Listed by DIANE STIEF • EXP Realty, LLC

•888-543-4829 (broker)

•de.broker@exprealty.net (broker)

Bought with Angela Knott • EXP Realty, LLC

•888-543-4829 (broker)

•de.broker@exprealty.net (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2025312

Redfin Estimate

$303,255

$33K since sold in March 2024$0 since July

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This home's estimate is 5.1% higher than the average sale price ($289K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$315,000
A
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SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$290,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,346 sq ft
217 Macarthur Dr, Dover, DE 19901
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$255,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,428 sq ft
923 Buck Dr, Dover, DE 19901
SOLD DEC 10, 2025
$205,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,690 sq ft
337 Macarthur Dr, Dover, DE 19901
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$330,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,556 sq ft
40 Anchor Ln, Dover, DE 19901
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$336,000
F
3 beds3 baths1,548 sq ft
848 Townsend Blvd, Dover, DE 19901

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Market trends in 19901, DE

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.9%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$325K

$18K MoM

Avg. days on market

41d

16 days MoM

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116

15 MoM

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Sale history for 557 Nimitz Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2025312

Mar 20, 2024

Sold

$270,000

$180/sq ft

Feb 21, 2024

Contingent

—

Feb 19, 2024

Price Changed

$280,000

$187/sq ft

Feb 9, 2024

Listed

$300,000

$200/sq ft

Jan 27, 2024

Price Changed

$300,000

$200/sq ft

Jan 25, 2024

Coming Soon

$280,000

$187/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DEKT158676

Apr 12, 2000

Sold

$86,000

$57/sq ft

Dec 30, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Aug 2, 1999

Listed

$86,000

$57/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,386 (+3.5%)

$94,200 + $141,700

$235,900

2024

$1,339 (+119.1%)

$94,200 + $141,700

$235,900

2023

$611 (−39.9%)

$94,200 + $141,700

$235,900

2022

$1,017 (+79.2%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2021

$568 (−61.0%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2020

$1,457 (+179.0%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2019

$522 (+8.0%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2018

$483 (+1.5%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2017

$476 (−0.1%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2016

$477 (+0.4%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2015

$475

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2014

$475 (−1.2%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2013

$481 (−42.7%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2012

$840 (+3.4%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2011

$812

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

Tax history for 557 Nimitz Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,386 (+3.5%)

$94,200 + $141,700

$235,900

2024

$1,339 (+119.1%)

$94,200 + $141,700

$235,900

2023

$611 (−39.9%)

$94,200 + $141,700

$235,900

2022

$1,017 (+79.2%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2021

$568 (−61.0%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2020

$1,457 (+179.0%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2019

$522 (+8.0%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2018

$483 (+1.5%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2017

$476 (−0.1%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2016

$477 (+0.4%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2015

$475

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2014

$475 (−1.2%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2013

$481 (−42.7%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2012

$840 (+3.4%)

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

2011

$812

$9,700 + $25,600

$35,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

111 ft.

Lot depth

104 ft.

Lot size

9,932 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,148

Year built

1973

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Kent County

APN

2-05-068.10-01-60.00-000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Concrete Driveway
Attached Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Interior Features: Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Tub Shower, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished
Basement Finished Percent: 30.00

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1148
Improvement Assessed Value: $25,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Enclosed
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Street Lights
Fencing: Rear, Wood

Pool Information
Personal Pool
Above Ground

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 110.74 x 104.33
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $9,700

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,148
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 798
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 350
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $620
County Tax: $105
School Tax: $898
Tax Assessed Value: $35,300
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,623

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023

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
Cable TV
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
Elementary School: TOWNE POINT
Middle Or Junior School: DOVER
High School: DOVER H.S.
School District Name: CAPITAL
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: Drive from DE-1 S to Kent County. Take exit 98 from DE-1 S. Turn right onto DE-8/N Little Creek Rd. Turn right onto Willis Rd. Turn right onto White Oak Rd. Turn left onto Nimitz Rd. Destination will be on the right with sign in the yard.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,148
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,932 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 2-05-068.10-01-60.00-000

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Towne Point Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.3mi

5/10

Dover High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi

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Climate risks

4/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 18-26% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

80% 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 • 19901

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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

$289,000 – $349,000

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Home values near 557 Nimitz Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
619 Nimitz Road, Dover, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$304,021
543 Nimitz Road, Dover, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1556 Sq. Ft.	$306,114

Address	Redfin Estimate
527 Nimitz Road, Dover, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 960 Sq. Ft.	$247,693
550 Nimitz Road, Dover, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1080 Sq. Ft.	$215,979

Address	Redfin Estimate
513 Nimitz Road, Dover, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1136 Sq. Ft.	$287,506
614 Nimitz Road, Dover, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2124 Sq. Ft.	$297,675

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