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1542 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904

  • $365,000

    Last sold 06/15/2026 after 73 Days

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,635

    Sqft ($223/Sqft)

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About 1542 Forrest Ave

Property type House
Year built 1958
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.46 Acre
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Rental estimate
Property description
Completely renovated and move-in ready, this home features major upgrades throughout including a new roof, siding, well, septic, windows in the primary bedroom, and water heater. The layout has been thoughtfully redesigned to include a brand-new primary suite with closet and a fully added second bathroom. Both bathrooms have been fully updated with custom tile and tiled floors. Interior upgrades include new carpet, fresh paint, recessed lighting inside and out, updated switches with child-safe outlets, and energy-efficient spray foam insulation with a mini-split system in the master. The kitchen includes updated appliances (excluding stove and dishwasher). Outside, enjoy a new blacktop driveway, irrigation system, and a spacious deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A truly turnkey home with all the big-ticket items already done.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Thomas Wright
Listing Office - EXP Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS mls logo
MLS#DEKT2045786 • last updated 1 month ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Central A/C, Electric
Heating Electric
Levels/Style Ranch/Rambler
Type Residential
Virtual Tour N/A
Status Closed
SqFt 1635
Lot Size (SqFt) 19994
Lot Size (Acres) 0.46
County Tax 131, Annually
School Tax 1215
Tax: Assessed Value 229100
Annual Property Tax 1358
Year Built 1958
New Construction (Y/N) N
Foreclosure (Y/N) N
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 2
# Full Baths 2
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Accessibility Features 2+ Access Exits
Exterior
Construction Vinyl Siding
Foundation Crawl Space
Parking Desc Driveway
Existing Structures Above Grade, Below Grade
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Mound System
Pool No Pool
Location
Subdivision NONE AVAILABLE
Water Source Well
Senior Community (Y/N) N
School District CAPITAL
Directions Please Use GPS
Zoning RS1
$349K
Range: $314K-$383K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $2,490/month
Gross rent multiplier: 12.2
  • Jun 2026
    mls logo MLS # DEKT2045786
  • Jun 16, 2026 Sold
    $365,000 (-0.3%)
  • May 12, 2026 Pending
  • Apr 17, 2026 Price Change
    $365,950 (-2.7%)
  • Apr 8, 2026 Price Change
    $375,950 (-6.0%)
  • Apr 2, 2026 Listed
    $399,950 (+135.5%)
  • Jan 2020
    Public Records
  • Jan 21, 2020 Sold
    $169,800 (+86.6%)
  • Sep 2010
    Public Records
  • Sep 20, 2010 Sold
    $91,000
  • Sep 2010
    mls logo MLS # 1004902188
  • Sep 20, 2010 Sold
    $91,000
  • Jul 13, 2010 Listed
    $91,000 (+2995.2%)
  • Jun 2007
    Public Records
  • Jun 19, 2007 Sold
    $2,940 (-98.4%)
  • Jun 2007
    mls logo MLS # 4875478
  • Jun 16, 2007 Sold
    $188,000
  • Nov 26, 2006 Listed
    $188,000
  • 1542 Forrest Ave
    $365K
  • 19904
    $392K +7% y/y
  • Dover
    $385K +10% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
1546 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904 3/1 1,444 0.02
1538 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904 $249,000 3/1 1,288 0.02
1550 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904 3/1 1,041 0.04
1543 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904 $209,000 2/1 968 0.04
1547 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904 $244,000 2/1 1,208 0.04
1539 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904 $168,000 2/1 884 0.05
1551 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904 $181,000 2/1 660 0.05
1554 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904 $256,000 3/1 1,304 0.06

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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