OFF MARKET

Off market oct 2021 for $450K

$572,821

•

5,000

sq ft

228 S Front St, Georgetown, DE 19947

About this home

Investor Alert! Once stately manor house built in 1841, The Gardiner Wright Mansion, is looking for a special buyer who loves restoring historical properties. This is the last existing home in Delaware built in the Regency style with Second Empire Italianate elements. Home sits on one and a half mature acres near the heart of the County Seat and could make an amazing Bed and Breakfast, prestigious law offices or a stately residence. Bring your imagination. Home has eight fireplaces, a dramatic first floor layout with large parlor, formal dining room, sunroom, butlers pantry, family kitchen and access to staff living quarters above the garage. Upstairs are four well-sized bedrooms and three full bathrooms. PROPERTY is being Sold “AS IS” and is livable in its current condition. Tennant occupied, on a month to month basis. Exceptional price reflects its value as an historical home with additional potential when renovated. Call Co Listing agent to discuss or to arrange a showing.

Single-familyProperty Type

1841Year Built

1.59 acresLot Size

$115Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by Dustin Oldfather • Monument Sotheby's International Realty

•302-227-6767 (broker)

•justin.healy@msir.net (broker)

Listed by Linda Rosatelli • Monument Sotheby's International Realty

•302-227-6767 (broker)

•justin.healy@msir.net (broker)

Bought with Dustin Oldfather • Monument Sotheby's International Realty

•302-227-6767 (broker)

•justin.healy@msir.net (broker)

Bought with Linda Rosatelli • Monument Sotheby's International Realty

•302-227-6767 (broker)

•justin.healy@msir.net (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DESU152270

Redfin Estimate

$572,821

$123K since sold in October 2021$7,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 1% lower than the average sale price ($578K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 16, 2026
$425,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,556 sq ft
414 W Market St, Georgetown, DE 19947
SOLD SEP 9, 2026
$1,025,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,800 sq ft
22720 Persimmon Ln, Milton, DE 19968
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$799,998
C
4 beds3 baths3,200 sq ft
18093 White Oak Dr, Milton, DE 19968
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$465,000
D
3 beds2 baths3,475 sq ft
24531 Shortly Rd, Georgetown, DE 19947
SOLD MAR 27, 2026
$435,000
E
4 beds4 baths3,600 sq ft
26013 Bethesda Rd, Georgetown, DE 19947
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$320,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,228 sq ft
307 Robinson St, Georgetown, DE 19947

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Market trends in 19947, DE

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

98.8%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$376K

$24K MoM

Avg. days on market

81d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$439,900
3 beds2 baths1,544 sq ft
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(302) 846-0200
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3 beds2 baths910 sq ft
27645 Empire St, Georgetown, DE 19947
(302) 934-8818
OPEN TODAY, 11AM TO 2PM
$325,000
2 beds2 baths1,487 sq ft
19 Frankenberry Dr, Georgetown, DE 19947
(302) 856-1458
$295,000
2 beds2 baths1,498 sq ft
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Sale history for 228 S Front St

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DESU152270

Oct 19, 2021

Listing Removed

—

Oct 11, 2021

Sold

$450,000

$90/sq ft

Dec 26, 2020

Pending

—

Jul 27, 2020

Price Changed

$456,000

$91/sq ft

Jul 20, 2020

Price Changed

$457,000

$91/sq ft

Jul 13, 2020

Price Changed

$458,000

$92/sq ft

Jun 21, 2020

Price Changed

$459,000

$92/sq ft

Jun 11, 2020

Price Changed

$479,000

$96/sq ft

May 21, 2020

Price Changed

$489,000

$98/sq ft

Dec 2, 2019

Listed

$499,500

$100/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1002582906

Sep 25, 2019

Listing Removed

—

Oct 26, 2018

Price Changed

$475,000

$95/sq ft

Sep 5, 2018

Listed

$595,000

$119/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1002035470

Aug 30, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Jul 13, 2018

Listed

$499,000

$100/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1001509062

Oct 21, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Jan 11, 2014

Listed

$550,000

$110/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1001508904

Jul 5, 2012

Listing Removed

—

Apr 1, 2012

Listed

$650,000

$130/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1000683372

Mar 31, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Apr 1, 2002

Listed

$749,000

$150/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$893 (−0.4%)

$65,200 + $144,650

$209,850

2025

$896 (−40.9%)

$65,200 + $144,650

$209,850

2024

$1,517 (+0.1%)

$65,200 + $144,650

$209,850

2023

$1,516 (+1.6%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2022

$1,491 (+3.1%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2021

$1,447 (+4.8%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2020

$1,380 (+0.4%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2019

$1,374 (−1.0%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2018

$1,388 (−0.8%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2017

$1,399 (+13.6%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2016

$1,232 (−1.5%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2014

$1,251

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

Tax history for 228 S Front St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$893 (−0.4%)

$65,200 + $144,650

$209,850

2025

$896 (−40.9%)

$65,200 + $144,650

$209,850

2024

$1,517 (+0.1%)

$65,200 + $144,650

$209,850

2023

$1,516 (+1.6%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2022

$1,491 (+3.1%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2021

$1,447 (+4.8%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2020

$1,380 (+0.4%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2019

$1,374 (−1.0%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2018

$1,388 (−0.8%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2017

$1,399 (+13.6%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2016

$1,232 (−1.5%)

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

2014

$1,251

$7,950 + $28,750

$36,700

*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

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.32 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Sussex County

APN

135-20.05-46.00

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Nov 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Paved Driveway, Paved Parking, Circular Driveway
# of Open Parking Spaces: 2
Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Refrigerator, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Carpet, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Wood Floors, Attic, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), CeilngFan(s), Exposed Beams, Pantry, Kitchen - Country, Soaking Tub, Tub Shower, Window Treatments, Chair Railings, Curved Staircase, Walk-in Closet(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Masonry, Paneled Walls, Wood Ceilings

Room Information
Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Library, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Great Room, Laundry, Maid/Guest Quarters, Full Bath, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 8
Non-Functioning, Mantel(s)

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Sump Pump

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Historic
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 1946

Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Stick Built, Stucco
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Gazebo, 2nd Garage, Shed

Exterior Information
Outbuilding(s), Flood Lights, Secure Storage, Street Lights

Lot Information
Lot Features: Partly Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Tidal Water: No

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 5,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,163
County Tax: $163
School Tax: $1,211
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $2,537

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2019

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Hot Water & Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
In City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
Directions: From the Circle take S Bedford St, turn right on to W Pine St. Turn left on to S Front St, destination is on the right.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 135-20.05-46.00

Home facts updated by county records on Nov 11, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Georgetown Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

6/10

Georgetown Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

5/10

Sussex Central High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi

3/10

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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

8/10 Wind Factor

80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$545,000 – $659,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
215 South Front St, Georgetown, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1456 Sq. Ft.	$330,817
244 South Front St, Georgetown, DE - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$303,651
228 South Bedford St, Georgetown, DE - Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1218 Sq. Ft.	$440,157
17 Loblolly Ln, Georgetown, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1850 Sq. Ft.	$459,912
21 Rowland Way, Georgetown, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$434,634
15 Loblolly Ln, Georgetown, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3100 Sq. Ft.	$482,964

Address	Redfin Estimate
206 South Front St, Georgetown, DE 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1493 Sq. Ft.	$375,236
211 South Front St, Georgetown, DE 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1764 Sq. Ft.	$365,740
222 South Bedford St, Georgetown, DE 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2679 Sq. Ft.	$402,237
19 Loblolly Ln, Georgetown, DE 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 1929 Sq. Ft.	$519,959
20 Rowland Way, Georgetown, DE 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$505,753

Address	Redfin Estimate
213 South Front St, Georgetown, DE 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1152 Sq. Ft.	$341,025
242 South Front St, Georgetown, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1656 Sq. Ft.	$353,889
614 Wagamon Ave, Georgetown, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1554 Sq. Ft.	$389,601
612 Wagamon Ave Extended, Georgetown, DE 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2154 Sq. Ft.	$448,986
610 Wagamon Ave Extended, Georgetown, DE 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2612 Sq. Ft.	$453,988

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