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Sold for $405,000
  • $405,000

    38 S Carter Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977

    6beds
    2,568sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1981
    0.48 Acres Lot
    $406,000 Zestimate®
    $158/sqft
    $2,903 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $406,000

    $386,000 - $426,000

    $2,903/mo

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    What's special

    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.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 21, 2025 at 03:18am

    Listed by:

    Jon Edler 302-743-8995,

    Empower Real Estate, LLC

    Bought with:

    Candice Russell, 5020269

    EXP Realty, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2040610MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 4
    Basement
    • Description: Percent Finished: 95.0
    • Area: 1016
    Heating
    • Heat Pump, Forced Air, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Dry Wall
    • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
    • Basement: Finished,Heated,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Walk-Out Access
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,584
    • Total interior livable area: 2,568 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,568
    • Finished area below ground: 1,000

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Storage, Oversized, Detached, Driveway
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Storage
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Partial
    • Frontage type: Road Frontage
    Lot
    • Size: 0.48 Acres
    • Dimensions: 99.96 x 191.16
    • Features: Cleared, Front Yard, Not In Development, Rear Yard
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
    • Parcel number: DC1701808022600000
    • Zoning: RS1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1981
    • Major remodel year: 2024

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Smyrna
    • Subdivision: None Available

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,USDA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/17/2025Sold$405,000$158/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2040610 Report a problem
    10/17/2025Pending sale$405,000$158/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2040610 Report a problem
    9/17/2025Contingent$405,000+1.3%$158/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2040610 Report a problem
    9/12/2025Listed for sale$399,900+110.5%$156/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2040610 Report a problem
    9/28/2022Sold$190,000+2122.2%$74/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$1,298 +17.5%$307,700 +639.7%
    2023$1,105 +4.9%$41,600
    2022$1,054 +2%$41,600

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19977

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Smyrna

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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