509 Buckson Dr, Dover, DE 19901
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509 Buckson Dr
Dover, DE 19901

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,120 sqft

$286,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,640/mo*
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$286,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,640/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,120 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Back on the Market at No Fault of the Seller! Schedule a showing today to come see this cute rancher that offers 3 bedroom 2 full baths. The main bedroom has its very own private bathroom and it is a split bedroom floorplan!!! This is a rare find within this neighborhood. The home also features a formal living room, formal dining room, eat in kitchen, a sunroom and a large finished room in the lower level which could be used as a nice gathering space. The home has been well maintained over the years and it sits on a nice corner lot. The rear yard is partially fenced in. If you need additional storage there is plenty in the unfinished area of the basement; the carport has an attached storage room and there is also a shed in the rear yard.
509 Buckson Dr, Dover, DE 19901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,120 sqft single-family home built in 1964. It last sold for $275,900 on Mar 14, 2025 (2% above the $269,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $286,700, with a rent estimate of $1,828/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 509 Buckson Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1120 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer AvailableAppliances: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterLaundry: In Basement,Lower Level,HookupRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: PitchedOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: SidewalksFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached Carport,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1120 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1964
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Ranch/Rambler
Building
Building Name: NoneConstruction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Included in Sale: Range, RefrigeratorParcel Number: ED0506810034300000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $269,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Mar 17 2025Possession Timing: Immediate, Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: DOVERCommunity: Towne Point
School Information
Elementary School District: CapitalJr High / Middle School District: CapitalHigh School District: Capital

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1120 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8566 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

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

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DEKT2031628Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1120
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Karen L Waters, (302) 233-3608
RE/MAX Horizons
Bought with: Dominic Balascio, (302) 373-9440, Bryan Realty Group
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DEKT2031628

Price History for 509 Buckson Dr

DatePriceEventSource
03/14/2025$275,900Sold
Bright MLS #DEKT2031628
02/20/2025$269,900PendingBright MLS #DEKT2031628
02/19/2025$269,900ContingentBright MLS #DEKT2031628
02/04/2025$269,900PendingToActiveBright MLS #DEKT2031628
01/08/2025$269,900ContingentBright MLS #DEKT2031628
12/17/2024$269,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #DEKT2031628
12/02/2024$289,900PendingToActiveBright MLS #DEKT2031628
11/04/2024$289,900PendingBright MLS #DEKT2031628
10/11/2024$289,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #DEKT2031628
09/25/2024$325,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DEKT2031628

Market trends in Dover

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$323K
$1.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$181
$4MoM
Available listings
197
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,427
Assessment$242,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 509 Buckson Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
358 Frear Dr, Dover, DE
0.25
Single-Family Home
$297,500
11/26/25
3
1.5
1,130
816 Townsend Blvd, Dover, DE
0.12
Single-Family Home
$295,000
10/06/25
3
2
1,900
931 Boggs Dr, Dover, DE
0.11
Single-Family Home
$265,000
09/24/25
4
2
1,588
507 N East Ave, Dover, DE
0.26
Single-Family Home
$311,000
09/05/25
3
1.5
1,206
422 Frear Dr, Dover, DE
0.11
Single-Family Home
$355,000
06/08/26
4
2
1,056
541 Buckson Dr, Dover, DE
0.06
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/24/26
3
1
984
937 Boggs Dr, Dover, DE
0.13
Single-Family Home
$260,000
07/01/26
4
2
2,112
217 Macarthur Dr, Dover, DE
0.39
Single-Family Home
$290,000
06/29/26
3
2
1,346
992 Boggs Dr, Dover, DE
0.22
Single-Family Home
$260,000
10/23/25
3
1
1,104
325 Frear Dr, Dover, DE
0.31
Single-Family Home
$173,000
10/08/25
3
1.5
1,130

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Dover

At least 360 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 23 % Say there are community events

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  • Gg2fgxvwvk
    "Great for raising a family. Neighbors are friendly and helpful. Access to anything you want. Must have a car though. "
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  • Adrienne Brooks
    "North area is quiet and welcoming. Very safe. Good area to raise kids in. I would recommend this area to people with children. "
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  • Stephanie Q
    "There are no community events. Nothing goes on in here but constant noise! Can’t wait to move out of here."
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  • Leighann.gosney
    "Affordable cost of living meets above average schools and good quality of life. I’ve lived here for 10 years and find it an excellent town to raise a family. "
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  • TD
    "There is a local park which is nice and maintained. Plenty of shops within a very short driving distance and restaurants. Nice school district of my kids can play outside safely"
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  • Trulia User
    "i like feeling fairly safe while walking my dog, though i do wish there were sidewalks. there are no sidewalks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is very quiet and safe. There are speed bumps along the main road throughout the neighborhood. Also very diverse. The people are friendly for the most part. I do wish we had side walks though. and i do wish there were more children to trick or treat during halloween. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Very violent community and is not pet friendly . No one owns a pet in the apartment complex so it would likely be an bad option for a pet owner ! "
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  • Trulia User
    "there are alot of families and kids. also a local park. it also has a nice shopping center. very friendly neighborhood"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s very easy to get in and out of the neighborhood. White Oak rd can be busy closer to 13 but this far back is great. Very close to Route 1 and lots of back road to drive to clear your mind when needed. Also still close to shopping, main road and highways, and Dover AFB."
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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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  • Trulia User
    "the high school is one of the best if not the best in the country it's the only high school that offers 13 diffrent pathways"
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  • Melissa L.
    "I walk my dogs at all times & see many other dog owners walking around too. there's also parks & places for the dogs to play all around town."
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  • Daurillo122691
    "It’s mostly a positive place for pets, but there are a few owners who struggle to keep their animals on leases and others that allow their pets to bark or be loud for long periods of time."
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  • Samantha J.
    "Dover is a city just like any other good and bad areas. Though small still homey feeling. I prefer more out west of Dover more of a rural feeling"
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  • Shaylalmoses
    "Not much space or area to walk a dog. Dogs must remain on a leash. Please pickup the dog waste and place a bag."
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  • James F.
    "I’m indifferent about Dover. I’m conflicted about how I feel about this city. The crime has increased just like most densely populated areas. There are positive aspects but they don’t outweigh the negative. "
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  • Carolbaker57
    "There are a lot of places to walk your dog and there are a lot of street lights if you want to walk your dog in the evening "
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  • Carolbaker57
    "There are a lot of good schools in Dover. There are also a lot of downtown activities held in the city center at the “green”. There isn’t a lot of crime in my neighborhood either. "
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  • Dscottbouley
    "Local network, downtown events, and school activities. Also, access to local museums, street fairs, and athletics both at high school and collegiate levels. "
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  • Aliya C.
    "There are many kids in the area and there is a park down the street. They’re also really friendly. The Reily Brown Elementary school is very close. I’ve been in this neighborhood since I was a small child and I always felt safe walking to the park with friends."
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  • Carolbaker57
    "Neighborhood watch meetings have a great turnout. The majority of the neighbors keeps their lawns looking great too. "
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  • Nelsina1
    "Love it, neighborhood is friendly and full of children. Many dog walkers and I hardly ever have a owner leave poop on my lawn. I haven’t witnessed crime. I do see people walking along the streets but I think it’s due to public transit being near by overall great place "
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  • Carolbaker57
    "It’s quiet here without a lot of disruptions. The high school is less than two miles from here. Good restaurants grocery stores and pharmacies. "
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  • Christopher C.
    "yes the dogs are welcom and thay love the nerborhood friendly and very quiet and lots of deck yard space and a very safe neighborhood "
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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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  • Jasmine M.
    "Just please make sure they don’t bark and pick up after them. Seems people forgot that in an apartment complex your neighbors can hear your pets.."
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  • Tiffany M.
    "None make it special really but hey do have state police come take walkers to school with the horses "
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  • Ky
    "I've lived here almost my whole life and I love it here! I've been in Capital School District forever and its amazing!"
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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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  • queen
    "there is no much crime. too many people have be shot and police are always call to the neighborhood. too many drug dealers and not a lot of respect for the community. not safe for children."
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  • Eder D.
    "The people are lovely and educated but Dover Delaware is a much slower pace than what I'm used to. There aren't too many job opportunities to choose from"
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  • jacquelyn murray
    "I"ve lived down the street for eleven years a couple of shootouts and police chases but nobody died . people are are friendly and really don't have problems. with the young kids some disrespect but you just learn to ignore them."
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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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  • 28wendy
    "Centered in middle of town, not far to go towards Camden or Smyrna. Houses are close together and the main road can be kind of busy at times. "
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  • Angela L.
    "Depends on where you need to go, but overall it is a decent enough area. Less than two hour drive to Philadelphia and DC. Less than one hour to beaches. "
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