171 Carter Ave, Dover, DE 19901
SOLD
MAR 13, 2026

171 Carter Ave
Dover, DE 19901

Highland Acres
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 480 sqft

$235,000

Last Sold: Mar 13, 2026
$490/sqft

$235,000

Last Sold: Mar 13, 2026
$490/sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
480 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$237K
Since last month
Increased$600 (+0.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$88K (-27.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$2K (+1%)
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 +84% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$237K
July 2026$237K
June 2026$237K
May 2026$236K
April 2026$236K
March 2026$267K
February 2026$311K
January 2026$306K
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
171 Carter Rd, Dover, DE
0.01
Single-Family Home
$235,000
03/04/26
3
2
1,880
91 Stevens St, Dover, DE
0.07
Single-Family Home
$235,000
05/26/26
3
1
1,116
22 Howell St, Dover, DE
0.18
Single-Family Home
$282,500
06/05/26
2
2
1,224
109 Chalet Ct, Camden Wyoming, DE
0.30
Single-Family Home
$329,999
10/20/25
4
1.5
1,856
23 Duchess Cir, Dover, DE
0.42
Single-Family Home
$350,000
07/23/26
3
2
1,552
224 Shamrock Ave, Dover, DE
0.11
Single-Family Home
$310,000
03/20/26
4
2
1,568
555 W Lebanon Rd, Dover, DE
0.28
Single-Family Home
$333,000
03/12/26
3
2
1,548
17 S Main St, Camden, DE
0.55
Single-Family Home
$244,900
08/29/25
3
1.5
1,814
13 Lordship Ln, Dover, DE
0.35
Single-Family Home
$355,000
09/08/25
3
2.5
1,834

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
171 Carter Rd, Dover, DE 19901
0.01
$235,000
3
2
1,880
Recently Sold
219 S Carter Ave, Dover, DE 19901
0.05
$302,500
3
1.5
1,536
Off Market
97 Shamrock Ave, Dover, DE 19901
0.02
$293,800
3
1
2,064
Off Market
224 Shamrock Ave, Dover, DE 19901
0.11
$310,000
4
2
1,568
Recently Sold
91 Stevens St, Dover, DE 19901
0.07
$235,000
3
1
1,116
Recently Sold
67 Carter Rd, Dover, DE 19901
0.09
$219,200
2
1
784
Off Market
10 N Springview Dr, Dover, DE 19901
0.19
$375,700
3
2
2,176
Off Market
18 N Springview Dr, Dover, DE 19901
0.19
$395,000
3
2.5
1,986
Recently Sold
56 Howell St, Dover, DE 19901
0.16
$244,000
2
1
992
Off Market
12 S Springview Dr, Dover, DE 19901
0.22
$377,700
3
2
1,680
Off Market
22 N Springview Dr, Dover, DE 19901
0.21
$413,800
4
2.5
3,745
Off Market
22 Howell St, Dover, DE 19901
0.18
$282,500
2
2
1,224
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1965
Living Area
480 sqft
Price/Sqft
$490/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 171 Carter Ave, Dover, DE. 171 Carter Ave is in the Highland Acres neighborhood in Dover, DE and in ZIP code 19901. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 480 sqft of floor space. The last sold price per dimension was $490/sqft. This property has a lot size of 10454 sqft and was built in 1965.
171 Carter Ave, Dover, DE 19901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 480 sqft single-family home in Highland Acres, built in 1965. It last sold for $235,000 on Mar 13, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $237,300, with a rent estimate of $1,383/month.

Home Details for 171 Carter Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $490/sqft

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10454 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 13, 2026
Source: N/A
Sold
$235,000
Feb 5, 2024
Source: N/A
Sold
$199,000

Market trends in Dover

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$328K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$183
$2MoM
Available listings
202
4MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Highland Acres
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What Locals Say about Highland Acres

At least 17 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 32 % Say there are community events

  • 24 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 14 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 12 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Kirsten L.
    "Friendly with mixed races and people’s ages dog friendly. Food stores pharmacies and parks close "
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  • J
    "It is quite neighborhood. We are close to Dover AFB. We have a dog park. We are in the suburbs with a 10 minute drive to downtown "
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  • Kay
    "Quiet and people tend to mind their own business Across the road is a park that is nice to walk your dog"
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  • Kirsten L.
    "Neighbors watch out for each other. There is a mixture of races and age groups . Dog friendly Rentals and home owners live in area "
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  • Nikki l.
    "The breakfast to go aids in getting out on time. The neighborhood watch works spectacular and the school district is amazing. "
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Frequently asked questions about 171 Carter Ave

  • What is 171 Carter Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 171 Carter Ave in Dover, DE is $237,300.
  • What is the price history for 171 Carter Ave?
    171 Carter Ave in Dover, DE last sold for $235,000 in March 2026.
  • Is Dover a buyer's or seller's market?
    Dover is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Dover?
    The median sale price in Dover is $328K. That is up $5K from the prior month.
  • Does 171 Carter Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 171 Carter Ave in Dover, DE has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 171 Carter Ave?
    The lot at 171 Carter Ave in Dover, DE is about 0.24 acres (10,454 sq ft).

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