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Property Description
Welcome to 518 Fairview Avenue, a lovingly maintained Dover home where pride of ownership is evident from the moment you arrive. Imagine arriving home and being greeted by attractive curb appeal that sets a warm, welcoming tone for what lies inside. Step across the threshold into a comfortable, inviting interior thoughtfully designed for everyday living and creating lasting memories. Picture yourself preparing meals in the bright kitchen featuring newly replaced stainless steel appliances, before carrying your coffee back to the rear sunroom. This sun-drenched space is ideal for relaxing with a good book, hosting friends, or setting up a cheerful hobby area while looking out over your property. As the day winds down, the home offers plenty of room to spread out. You'll appreciate the convenience of main-level laundry currently housed in a closet within one of the bedrooms. However, because this is a versatile bedroom space, the washer and dryer can easily be hooked back up in the basement if you prefer. The finished walkout basement adds substantial usable living space complete with one of the home's two full bathrooms, a pantry/storage closet, and an upright deep freezer. Whether you envision a lively recreation room, a quiet home office, a fitness area, or a welcoming suite for overnight guests, this lower level adapts to your lifestyle. For future cozy evenings, components of a former wood stove setup remain in the basement, offering potential for a future installation subject to professional inspection and permits. Throughout the years, the home's systems have been diligently maintained, offering peace of mind for its next chapter. Step outside to discover your own private retreat. The backyard gazebo/pavilion has been the setting for countless beautiful parties, cookouts, and celebrations over the years, and it is ready to continue that tradition-or become your peaceful spot for weekend relaxation. Nestled in an established neighborhood with a charming small-town atmosphere, this location puts you close to the best of Delaware's capital city. A short walk toward downtown brings you straight into beloved community traditions, from the historic Dover Days Parade to festive holiday gatherings, complete with marching bands and neighbors lining the streets. Silver Lake Park is just minutes away, offering 182 acres of scenic walking and jogging paths, fishing, boating, playgrounds, and picnic areas. With easy access to shopping, restaurants, major roadways, Dover Air Force Base, and Delaware's coastal beaches, this property combines comfort, flexibility, and a history of thoughtful care. The owners have cherished their time here-now, 518 Fairview Avenue is ready for you to make it your own. Some photos have been virtually staged for illustrative purposes and do not reflect the property's actual furnishings or condition. Prospective buyers should inspect the home in person and rely solely on their own independent evaluation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 518 Fairview Ave
General
- Price: $300,000
- Taxes: $1,311 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DEKT2050032
- Updated: 10/20/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Other, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bonus Room
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Wood Floors
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Water Conditioner - Owned, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street, Other
Location
- Area: Capital (30802)
- County: KENT
- Subdivision: FAIRVIEW
- Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
- Driving Directions: From N. Dupont Highway, Turn west onto East Division Street/Route 8, Continue straight through downtown Dover; the road becomes West Division Street, Turn right onto North New Street. Turn left onto William Street. Turn right onto Fairview Avenue. Continue to 518 Fairview Avenue, which will be on the right.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Capital
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Breed Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Combination
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Walkout Stairs, Shelving
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
- Square Feet: 2,102
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,738 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,120 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 618 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1955
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Gazebo
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,407
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R8
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $267.86
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,173
- City/TownTax: $663
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $126
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $221,200
- Tax Amount: $1,311
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1120
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Upright freezer in basement
- Lot Number: 1400-000
Listed by Compass, Lydia Ragonese
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Schools
Schools serving 518 Fairview Ave
School District:Capital School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fairview Elementary School 700 Walker Road, Dover, DE 19904 | PK-4 | 0.3 mi |
Central Middle School, Dover, DE 211 Delaware Avenue, Dover, DE 19901 | 7-8 | 0.6 mi |
Dover High School One Dover High Drive, Dover, DE 19904 | 9-12 | 2.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 518 Fairview Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/20/2026
Listed
$300,000
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 518 Fairview Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,300
43%
$221,200
—
2023
$907
—
$221,200
618%
2023
$907
3%
$30,800
—
2022
$877
4%
$30,800
—
2021
$844
77%
$30,800
—
2020
$478
22%
$30,800
6%
2017
$391
—
$29,000
—
2016
$392
—
$29,000
—
2015
$391
-14%
$29,000
-6%
2019
$456
17%
$30,800
6%
2014
$391
-1%
$29,000
—
2013
$395
—
$29,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 518 Fairview Ave
518 Fairview Avenue, Dover, DE 19904 (MLS# DEKT2050032) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 518 Fairview Avenue is currently listed for $300,000 and was received on October 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 518 Fairview Avenue? 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.

