Opportunity awaits at 85 N Halsey Rd! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home is priced to sell and offers tremendous potential for an investor or homeowner looking to build instant sweat equity. The property does need work after a long-term tenant occupancy, but with some vision and updates this could make a fantastic primary residence, flip, or rental property. Situated on a good-sized lot with alley access and conveniently located close to Route 13, Route 1, shopping, restaurants, schools, and all Dover amenities. Affordable opportunities in this location are hard to find — bring your ideas and make this one your own! Property being sold as-is.
Est. $1,410 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 85 N Halsey Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2047008
Jun 22, 2026
Sold
$145,000
$144/sq ft
May 29, 2026
Pending
—
May 12, 2026
Listed
$169,900
$169/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT213736
Aug 4, 1999
Listed
$59,000
$59/sq ft
Aug 4, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Jun 1, 1990
Sold
$187,500
$186/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,030 (+3.5%)
$75,100 + $100,100
$175,200
2024
$994 (+66.4%)
$75,100 + $100,100
$175,200
2023
$598 (+3.4%)
$75,100 + $100,100
$175,200
2022
$578 (+3.8%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2021
$556 (+3.5%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2020
$537 (+5.8%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2019
$508 (+9.5%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2018
$464 (+1.7%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2017
$456 (−0.2%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2016
$457
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2015
$457 (−0.2%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2014
$458 (−1.4%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2013
$464 (−3.9%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2012
$483 (+3.4%)
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
2011
$467
$10,600 + $9,700
$20,300
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
7,492 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
672
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
2-05-068.18-03-12.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Range, Refrigerator
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 4
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Street Lights
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,008
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $175,200
Tax Year: 1999
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: CAPITAL
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: WHITEOAK
Directions: North on N Dupont Hwy. Take a right on E Division St. Left onto N Halsey Rd. House on right.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 672
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,492 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 2-05-068.18-03-12.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
East Dover Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
Dover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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