SOLD OCT 17, 2025

Off Market Oct 2025 for $405K

$419,747

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,005/mo

•

2,568

sq ft

38 S Carter Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977

About this home

Coming Soon to the market in Smyrna, Delaware is a spacious Ranch with Detached Garage and no HOA! Beautifully renovated in 2024! This ranch home offers over 2,600 sq. ft. of finished space with 6 rooms and 3 full baths. The main level features 4 bedrooms, including a primary suite, updated kitchen with granite countertops & large island, family room, mudroom with laundry, and LVP flooring throughout. The finished walkout basement adds 2 rooms, a full bath, living room, and extra storage. Outside, enjoy a . 48 acre lot, partially fenced yard, oversized 2-car garage with bonus rooms, additional storage building, and plenty of parking. Convenient Smyrna location close to schools, shopping, and major routes! Make sure to call to book a tour.

Single-familyProperty Type

1981Year Built

0.48 acresLot Size

$163Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jon Edler • Empower Real Estate, LLC

•302-738-2300 (broker)

•irene@kwempower.com (broker)

Bought with Candice Russell • EXP Realty, LLC

•888-543-4829 (broker)

•de.broker@exprealty.net (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2040610

Redfin Estimate

$419,747

$15K since sold in October 2025$10K since August

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This home's estimate is 2.9% lower than the average sale price ($432K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 24, 2026
$515,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,914 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$380,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,185 sq ft
119 N High St, Smyrna, DE 19977
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUN 30, 2026
$492,500
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,988 sq ft
66 Sheridan Ln, Smyrna, DE 19977
SOLD MAR 18, 2026
$399,900
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,085 sq ft
938 Tamara Dr, Smyrna, DE 19977
SOLD DEC 8, 2025
$380,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,077 sq ft
122 Gardenside Dr, Smyrna, DE 19977
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$425,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,181 sq ft
58 Sammon Dr, Clayton, DE 19938

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Market trends in 19977, DE

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.0%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$380K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

46d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

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Sale history for 38 S Carter Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2040610

Oct 17, 2025

Pending

—

Oct 17, 2025

Sold

$405,000

$158/sq ft

Sep 16, 2025

Price Changed

$405,000

$158/sq ft

Sep 16, 2025

Contingent

—

Sep 12, 2025

Listed

$399,900

$156/sq ft

Aug 29, 2025

Coming Soon

$399,900

$156/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 28, 2022

Sold

$190,000

$74/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 15, 2002

Sold

$128,000

$50/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 1, 1994

Sold

$124,900

$49/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DEKT167470

Jul 29, 1994

Listing Removed

—

Jul 28, 1994

Listed

$124,900

$49/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DEKT224694

Jul 20, 1994

Listed

$124,900

$49/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,308 (+1.4%)

$68,400 + $239,300

$307,700

2025

$1,290 (+7.2%)

$68,400 + $239,300

$307,700

2024

$1,203 (+14.2%)

$68,400 + $239,300

$307,700

2022

$1,054 (+2.0%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2021

$1,033 (+14.4%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2020

$903 (−1.0%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2019

$911

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2018

$912 (+0.3%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2017

$909 (−1.4%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2016

$921 (−0.4%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2015

$925 (+6.9%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2014

$865 (+12.2%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2013

$771 (+3.3%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2012

$746 (+3.1%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2011

$724

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

Tax history for 38 S Carter Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,308 (+1.4%)

$68,400 + $239,300

$307,700

2025

$1,290 (+7.2%)

$68,400 + $239,300

$307,700

2024

$1,203 (+14.2%)

$68,400 + $239,300

$307,700

2022

$1,054 (+2.0%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2021

$1,033 (+14.4%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2020

$903 (−1.0%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2019

$911

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2018

$912 (+0.3%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2017

$909 (−1.4%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2016

$921 (−0.4%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2015

$925 (+6.9%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2014

$865 (+12.2%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2013

$771 (+3.3%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2012

$746 (+3.1%)

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

2011

$724

$8,500 + $33,100

$41,600

*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

100 ft.

Lot depth

191 ft.

Lot size

0.48 Acres

Year renovated

1982

Sq. Ft.

1,960

Year built

1981

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Kent County

APN

1-17-018.08-02-26.00-000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Detached Garage, Driveway

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Interior Features: Attic, Tub Shower, CeilngFan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Master Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall

Room Information
# of Rooms: 13
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Heated, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs
Basement Footprint Percent: 75.00
Basement Finished Percent: 95.00

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1016
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $239,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2024

Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Garage(s), Office/Studio, Shed, Storage Barn/Shed
Building Not Winterized

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Outbuilding(s), Secure Storage
Fencing: Partially

Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Front Yard, Not In Development, Rear Yard, Road Frontage
Lot Size Dimensions: 99.96 x 191.16
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $68,400

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,568
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 16
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $1,230
County Tax: $176
School Tax: $1,024
Tax Assessed Value: $307,700
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $1,298

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: SMYRNA
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: Glenwood Ave
Directions: Rt 13 turn onto Rt 6 (E Glenwood Ave). Turn left onto Carter Rd and home on your left.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1982
County: Kent County
APN: 1-17-018.08-02-26.00-000

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Smyrna Elementary School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.6mi

7/10

Smyrna Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

5/10

Smyrna High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

7/10

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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 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

71% 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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Smyrna, DE • 19977

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Estimated sale price

$399,000 – $483,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
102 South Carter Rd, Smyrna, DE 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1139 Sq. Ft.	$212,268
30 South Carter Rd, Smyrna, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1904 Sq. Ft.	$294,912

Address	Redfin Estimate
6 South Carter Rd, Smyrna, DE 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2160 Sq. Ft.	$372,048
16 South Carter Rd, Smyrna, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1689 Sq. Ft.	$358,380

Address	Redfin Estimate
48 South Carter Rd, Smyrna, DE 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 720 Sq. Ft.	$250,829
905 Tamara Dr, Smyrna, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1152 Sq. Ft.	$360,928

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