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$425,000
Monthly Est:$2,115
4 Beds
- 3 Baths
2 full baths + 1 half bath
2,252sqft
727 N Governors Ave, Dover, DE 19904
$425,000
$2,115/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
$-- HOA
14,810 sqft lot
$189/sq.ft
Description
This beautiful home is located in Olde Dover near Silver Lake, and is situated on a beautifully landscaped double lot. As you enter the home you are greeted with the glow of hardwood floors throughout the living room and dining room. The living room is accented with a fireplace and arched doorways. The dining room is inviting all to enjoy formal and informal living with the charm of a built in corner cabinet and a view to the lovely backyard bringing the outside in. The kitchen has all the components you need to cook up a great meal with plenty of cabinet space and hard surface counter tops. The breakfast nook is perfect for small meals and a quick cup of coffee. The family room is easily accessed from the living room and the kitchen. This spacious room with the beautiful windows bringing the sunshine in, the built-ins for your collection of books and pictures is so warm and cozy all to enjoy the gas fireplace in cool weather and access to the patio and deck through the double sliding glass doors to enjoy the outdoors. The patio has an automated awning to shade you on the warmer days. The large deck has plenty of space for cooking outdoors and entertaining. To expand your outdoor enjoyment is a lovely three season porch with access to the deck. There is no limit to the outdoor areas to enjoy the lovely backyard. The primary bedroom is on the first level and has double closets and a trey ceiling to add a lovely accent to the room. The primary bathroom has a double vanity and a large jetted tub/ shower. The second bedroom is nicely sized and is on the first level. There are two separate stairways that lead to the upstairs with a third large bedroom to include two closets and a second full bath. A bonus area and a separate additional room with closet could be used as a fourth bedroom, office, or workout room, or any number of possibilities. There is a large mudroom/laundry area with cabinets and countertops for folding laundry and space for an additional refrigerator, wine cooler, or freezer. The full basement offers additional storage and has bilco doors leading outside. Don't miss the opportunity to own this unique property for complete enjoyment inside and out, and location, location, location that is unbeatable!
- Houzeo last checked: 14 minutes ago
- Listing updated: July 25, 2026 at 1:33 pm
- Listing Provided by: Becky Curry (302) 674-4220 | Burns & Ellis Realtors (302) 674-4220
- Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: DEKT2048500

Property Details
Status
Pending
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
--
Year Built
1935
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
2,252 sqft
Lot Size
14,810 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Bright MLS
MLS Number
DEKT2048500
MLS Status
PENDING-BRIGHT
Days on Market
9

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Interior
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/c
Exterior Features
Awning(s), Lawn Sprinkler, Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks
Heating
Forced Air, Central
Window Features
Skylights, Bay/bow
Sewer
Public Sewer
Interior Features
Bathroom Jetted Tub, Bathroom Stall Shower, Bathroom Tub Shower, Bathroom Walk In Shower, Built Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Curved Staircase, Formal/separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Sprinkler System, Water Treat System, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen
Appliances
Built In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/range Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Conditioner Owned, Water Heater
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1935
Home type
Single Family Residence
Property Condition
Excellent
Foundation Details
Block
Construction Materials
Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Roof
Shingle
Utilities & Energy
Water Source
Public
Basement
Partial, Unfinished
Utilities
Cable Tv Available
Fireplace Features
Brick, Gas/propane, Wood
Other Features
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Patio, Porch, Enclosed
Lot Features
Level
Subdivision Name
Olde Dover
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
07/25/2026 Source: | Pending | $425,000 $189/sqft |
07/17/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $425,000 +25.37% $189/sqft |
01/27/2023 Source: | Sold | $339,000 $151/sqft |
Getting Around 727 N Governors Ave
Walk Score®
Car-Dependent
41/100
Transit Score®
Some Transit
32/100
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