1979 Highland Ave, Dover, DE 19901
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OFF MARKET

1979 Highland Ave
Dover, DE 19901

Highland Acres
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,965 sqft (on 0.54 acres)

$406,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026

$406,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,965 sqft
(on 0.54 acres)

Local Information

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Description

This single-family home is located at 1979 Highland Ave, Dover, DE. 1979 Highland Ave is in the Highland Acres neighborhood in Dover, DE and in ZIP code 19901. This property has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 1,965 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.54 acres and was built in 1966.
1979 Highland Ave, Dover, DE 19901 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,965 sqft single-family home in Highland Acres, built in 1966. It last sold for $242,000 on Dec 20, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $406,500, with a rent estimate of $2,641/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 1979 Highland Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Sun Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherDeckExterior: Vinyl, BrickPatioPorch
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1966
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.54 acres

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price History for 1979 Highland Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/20/2015$242,000Sold
N/A
10/04/2015$249,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/13/2015$118,900Sold
N/A
01/03/2015$128,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/03/2014$138,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/01/2014$153,090Sold
N/A

Market trends in Dover

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$325K
$14.2KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$177
$1MoM
Available listings
197
16MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,621
Assessment$304,300
Home facts updated by county records

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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$375,000
09/18/25
3
3
1,881
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$392,000
03/19/26
4
3
1,976
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0.08
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$360,000
12/05/25
3
2
1,175
81 Westview Ave, Dover, DE
0.11
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$375,000
09/15/25
3
2.5
2,577
1901 Mitten St, Dover, DE
0.20
Single-Family Home
$360,000
11/07/25
3
2
2,258
45 N Fairfield Dr, Dover, DE
0.35
Single-Family Home
$397,000
05/29/26
3
2.5
2,459
55 Boyd Cir, Dover, DE
0.21
Single-Family Home
$295,550
03/17/26
3
1
1,494
70 N Fairfield Dr, Dover, DE
0.32
Single-Family Home
$385,000
07/31/25
4
2.5
2,022
123 Candlewicke Dr, Dover, DE
0.33
Single-Family Home
$425,000
12/16/25
4
2.5
2,143
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0.38
Single-Family Home
$365,000
06/29/26
4
2.5
2,109

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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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