1243 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE 19805
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OFF MARKET

1243 Maple Ave
Elsmere, DE 19805

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,150 sqft

$245,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026

$245,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,150 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$245K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$3K (+1.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$5K (+1.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +134% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$245K
July 2026$249K
June 2026$247K
May 2026$244K
April 2026$248K
March 2026$254K
February 2026$253K
January 2026$248K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1231 Sycamore Ave, Wilmington, DE
0.05
Townhouse
$230,000
05/29/26
3
1
1,300
1315 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE
0.06
Townhouse
$215,000
09/26/25
3
1
1,025
1230 Sycamore Ave, Wilmington, DE
0.03
Townhouse
$224,900
11/21/25
3
1
1,150
1366 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE
0.13
Townhouse
$180,000
06/16/26
3
1
1,025
127 Bungalow Ave, Wilmington, DE
0.14
Townhouse
$185,000
11/07/25
3
1
1,000
1336 Cypress Ave, Wilmington, DE
0.15
Townhouse
$250,000
09/02/25
3
1
1,040
1300 Cypress Ave, Wilmington, DE
0.09
Townhouse
$215,000
12/23/25
3
1
875
256 Birch Ave, Wilmington, DE
0.29
Townhouse
$190,000
05/28/26
2
1
1,160
1021 Dover Ave, Wilmington, DE
0.24
Townhouse
$189,000
01/30/26
2
1
950
201 Birch Ave, Wilmington, DE
0.30
Townhouse
$233,000
01/09/26
3
1
1,225

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1224 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE 19805
0.04
$245,800
3
2
1,450
Off Market
1248 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE 19805
0.03
$217,500
3
1
1,150
Off Market
1250 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE 19805
0.03
$204,600
3
1
1,150
Off Market
1219 Maple St, Wilmington, DE 19805
0.04
$230,500
3
1.5
1,150
Off Market
1230 Sycamore Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805
0.03
$224,900
3
1
1,150
Recently Sold
1210 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE 19805
0.06
$223,300
3
1
1,738
Off Market
259 Bungalow Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805
0.03
$242,100
3
1
1,450
Off Market
247 Bungalow Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805
0.03
$218,700
3
1
1,150
Off Market
232 Bungalow Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805
0.04
$224,300
3
1
1,544
Off Market
1305 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE 19805
0.05
$244,400
3
1
1,025
Off Market
1231 Sycamore Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805
0.05
$230,000
3
1
1,300
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1956
Living Area
1,150 sqft
Price/Sqft
$213
Parking
1 Car Garage

About this House

Welcome home to 1243 Maple Ave! This charming all-brick three-bedroom, one-bathroom townhome offers tons of appeal—including an attached rear-entry garage—for added convenience in a desirable neighborhood. Step inside to find beautiful original hardwood floors flowing effortlessly through the inviting living and dining areas, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Just off the dining room, the well-appointed kitchen features granite countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, and ceramic flooring. Modern stainless steel appliances—including a refrigerator, gas range, and overhead microwave—offer both style and convenience. Upstairs, the hardwood floors continue into the generously sized primary bedroom, accompanied by two additional bedrooms that provide comfort and versatility. The centralized hall bath features a shower-tub combo, marble flooring, and a skylight filling the space with natural light. The unfinished basement offers endless possibilities—perfect for a home office, entertainment area, or workshop, tailored to your needs. Recent updates ensure peace of mind and low-maintenance living, including a new roof (2022) and an updated HVAC system (2021). Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity—schedule your showing today and make 1243 Maple Ave your new home!
1243 Maple Ave, Elsmere, DE 19805 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,150 sqft townhouse built in 1956. It last sold for the $239,900 asking price on Jul 2, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $245,100, with a rent estimate of $1,699/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Dan Stein, (302) 559-0508
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Juan Soto, (302) 824-3525, Crown Homes Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2082104

Home Details for 1243 Maple Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Basement, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1150 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Faces Rear,Attached,Driveway,Off Street,On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1150 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 19008.00174

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $239,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jul 03 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, 0-30 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: WILMINGTONCommunity: Elsmere Gardens
School Information
Elementary School District: Red Clay ConsolidatedJr High / Middle School District: Red Clay ConsolidatedHigh School District: Red Clay Consolidated

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1150 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1742 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA Loan, Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DENC2082104Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1150

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 2, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2082104
Sold
$240,000
Jun 6, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2082104
Pending
$239,900
Jun 1, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2082104
PriceChange
$239,900
Price decreased by 2%
May 23, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2082104
Listed For Sale
$245,000
Aug 2, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$144,000

Market trends in Elsmere

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
10
3MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Elsmere

At least 74 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 32 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Dion Inge Sr.
    "Living here, I’m not too far from the city or I95. Kirkwood Highway does get really crowded after work hours but clears up around 6:00 PM. "
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  • Maddie
    "There are trash on the ground, people don’t often pick up their dog poop. Some people do. Most yards aren’t takin care of. "
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  • Maddie
    "I use my car frequently but I do see city/dart buses around. Sometimes there are places that are walkable or use a bike to get to places"
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  • 248v29zygm
    "There are many families, many kids and a nice park with a new playground. There is a school in the area. And many school bus pick up spots."
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  • Trulia User
    "Absolutely charming and fun family feel in this neighborhood. Definitely great for young couples or families starting out. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Cost and family-oriented neighborhood that is very safe and offers a real sense of community. Love UPG!"
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  • Talktosara
    "Quaint metropolitan area surrounding the city of Wilmington. Close to major highways and resources. Quiet enough and close enough without the city riff raft. "
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  • Mr. B. .
    "Great schools, parks and recreational activities for families. Lots of trails for all sorts of activities. Minutes from shopping, dining and all the major highways and cities."
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  • Talktosara
    "Strong sense of encouragement when coming together during trying times. We All look out for one another. I’d love to see a neighborhood associations club or HOA club arise to gather a true sense of pride in our neighborhoods "
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  • Mike M.
    "Commute is easy through this neighborhood. It’s right along a major thoroughfare, Kirkwood Hwy, which connects to just about every major road in the area. "
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  • Charleen D.
    "The schools here are amazing, Red clay school district is definitely worth moving to this area! You will be happy here!"
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  • Predestined67
    "Elsmere is unique as it has its own rules separate from others. It’s extremely safer than neighboring communities. The people are friendly and there are great community activities to participate with."
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  • Nichele L. E.
    "it's been 4 years now,but it's good but I'm moving,but it's good to be around alot of stores and close to my work place."
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  • Shana G.
    "I drive to and from work and everywhere else I need to go. There is public transportation about a 5-10 walk from where I live. "
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  • Auntiej2358
    "I live in this neighborhood and I’ve lived here 36 years. It’s dog friendly and neighbors are nice and we all get along and look out for one another."
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  • Nichele L. E.
    "Yes I lived in my neighborhood for 4 years, and socialize with only 3 people. We mainly stay to ourselves and we love the stores around here."
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  • Jeremy B.
    "Elsmere doesn't have a great reputation, but I honestly love it. Very close to everything amd have had no issues with the neighborhood. pretty quiet and friendly!"
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  • Miller.sr0782
    "I love Elsmere! It’s quiet and most of the people are nice here. The Elsmere church is fabulous and very friendly! I would definitely would want to buy a house around here and stay for awhile. "
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  • Miller.sr0782
    "This place is quiet. People that love her are quite nice and rarely do you hear anything bad happening here that’s drastic! Plus the Elsmere Church is awesome!"
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  • Miller.sr0782
    "Not enough grass area for the dogs to go except in peoples yards. Unless you have to take them to the park which sometimes you have kids there that want to pet the dog and makes it hard for the dog to use the bathroom!"
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  • Joan T.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 35 years and everything has been good for me and the neighbors I do know. We look out for each other. And it’s a dog community and that’s a plus for me because I’m a dog lover. We get all important notices as to what’s going on in the community."
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  • Trulia User
    "People walk their dogs around here every day. plenty of open spaces to run & take long walks. Also some nearby parks in walking distance."
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  • Lovette J.
    "For the most part, dogs seem pretty friendly and non-aggressive with is reassuring for other dog owners. Also, owners should be more responsible in cleaning up after their pets at all time because kids play in grassy areas."
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  • Ivetty
    "Fire works on 4th of July Junk removal once a year Christmas Parade on Halloween you see a lot of families trick or treating"
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  • Aniicole
    "I love Elsmere have been living here for 15 years now and I am 20 it is an wonderful place to live. "
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  • Melmar0822
    "There are many dogs here. I have one. There is a dog park. Very friendly neighbors. People walk their dogs all of the time. No issues so far. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1243 Maple Ave

  • What is 1243 Maple Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1243 Maple Ave in Elsmere, DE is $245,100.
  • What is the price history for 1243 Maple Ave?
    1243 Maple Ave in Elsmere, DE last sold for $240,000 in July 2025.
  • Is Elsmere a buyer's or seller's market?
    Elsmere is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Elsmere?
    Residents describe Elsmere, DE as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Elsmere, DE.
  • Does 1243 Maple Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1243 Maple Ave in Elsmere, DE has air conditioning.
  • Does 1243 Maple Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 1243 Maple Ave in Elsmere, DE has an attached garage.

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