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Property Description
Welcome to 397 Nimitz Rd, nestled in the desirable WhiteOak Farms community of Dover. This charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath single-family home blends comfort, convenience, and versatility-making it an ideal choice for first-time buyers or anyone seeking a smart investment. Perfectly situated near major shopping, dining, and commuter routes, you'll enjoy quick access to both Route 13 and Route 1-Delaware's primary north-south corridors-making daily errands and commuting a breeze. Inside, you'll find hardwood flooring throughout most of the home and a layout filled with possibilities. The spacious living room greets you with an abundance of natural light, especially in the morning, making it an ideal spot to enjoy your coffee or dive into a good book. Just off the living room is a dedicated dining room-perfect for hosting dinners or converting into a home office or hobby space. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a window overlooking the backyard, making meal prep feel even more enjoyable. Adjacent to the kitchen is a cozy family room complete with a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings or casual get-togethers. A convenient powder room and large walk-in closet sit nearby-offering the option to convert the closet into a walk-in pantry, storage nook, or even a compact workstation. Step through the family room into the screened-in back porch-an ideal extension of your living space, ready for summer lounging, quiet evenings, or game nights. The fully fenced backyard includes a fire pit and provides the perfect space for pets, play, or outdoor entertaining. Downstairs, the partially finished basement expands your living options. A bar and bonus room can easily be used as a game room, home gym, guest area, or office. The unfinished side offers generous storage and includes a workshop area for DIY projects or crafts. Additional highlights include a newer A/C Unit (just a few years old) and a 1-car garage with a rear door to the backyard. This home is also walking distance to Dover Park, which is going through renovations to enhance the play areas, and Silver Lake Park which is less than a mile west and offers boating access and plenty of walking trails With its flexible layout, prime location, and inviting charm, 397 Nimitz Rd offers endless potential to make it your own. Schedule your private tour today and see everything this home has to offer!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 397 Nimitz Rd
General
- Sold For: $305,000
- Taxes: $1,450 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DEKT2037558
- Added to Site: 281 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Bar, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer - Front Loading
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminated, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1 - Flooring - HardWood, Upper 1
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2 - Flooring - HardWood, Upper 1
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3 - Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Ceiling, Upper 1
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4 - Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Upper 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Flooring - Carpet, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Ceiling Fan(s), Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Lighting - Ceiling, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Lighting - Recessed, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Ceiling, Main
- Laundry: Basement
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street, On Street
- Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Capital (30802)
- County: Kent
- Development Name: Whiteoak Farms
- Subdivision: Whiteoak Farms
- Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
- Cross Streets: Garfield Dr
- Driving Directions: See GPS
- Direction Faces: Southwest
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Capital
- Elementary School: Towne Point
- Middle School: William Henry
- High School: Dover H.S.
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Asbestos, Vinyl Siding, Copper Plumbing, Concrete, Cast Iron Plumbing
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,462
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,874 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,524 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1966
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,015
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 70.00 x 115.27
- Zoning: R8
- Fencing (Description): Fully, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $196.78
- Assessment Year: 2024
- School Tax: $1,224
- City/TownTax: $632
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $144
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $253,200
- Tax Amount: $1,450
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1524
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Appliances, Sofa, TV, TV Mount
- Lot Number: 5200-000
Listed by Crown Homes Real Estate, Robert Baier Carter III
Sold by Keller Williams Realty, Esther Olatunji
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Schools
Schools serving 397 Nimitz Rd
School District:Capital School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Towne Point Elementary School 629 Buckson Drive, Dover, DE 19901 | K-4 | 0.5 mi |
William Henry Middle School 65 Carver Road, Dover, DE 19904 | 5-6 | 1.8 mi |
Central Middle School, Dover, DE 211 Delaware Avenue, Dover, DE 19901 | 7-8 | 1 mi |
Dover High School One Dover High Drive, Dover, DE 19904 | 9-12 | 3.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 397 Nimitz Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/16/2025
Sold
$305,000
1.7%
MLS
5/14/2025
Listed
$299,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
397 Nimitz Road, Dover, DE 19901 (MLS# DEKT2037558) is a Single Family property that was sold at $305,000 on June 16, 2025. Want to learn more about 397 Nimitz Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Dover? You can browse all Dover real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

