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17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 — Sold $205,000 by Blair Helmick
17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805
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17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805
Final sold price
SOLD$205,000
What sold at 17 Oak Ave, and for how much?
17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 sold for $205,000 on May 7, 2026. The listing was handled by Blair Helmick of Compass. The property is a residential, 2 bed, 1 bath, 950 sq ft, built in 1938. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in New Castle County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $205,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 2 bed · 1 bath |
| Building area | 950 sq ft |
| Year built | 1938 |
| County | New Castle County, DE |
| Listing agent | Blair Helmick, Compass |
| APN | 19-004.00-141 |
| MLS # | DENC2096186 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in New Castle County, Delaware from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington DE 19805
Property profile
- Address
- 17 Oak Ave
- City / state / ZIP
- Wilmington, DE, 19805
- County
- New Castle County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 2 bed · 1 bath
- Year built
- 1938
- APN
- 19-004.00-141
Mailing address
15 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 08/25/2019
- Assessed value
- $279,100
- MLS #
- DENC2096186
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$216Calculated from a 950 sq ft building and $205,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value73%Sold price was 73% of the $279,100 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale2,447Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio8%Building footprint covers about 8% of the 12,197 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Blair Helmick of Compass listed 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington DE 19805 for the successors and Keller Williams Realty Wilmington brought the buyer to the table. Pre-probate listings ask for patience, and that's what these two delivered. The home closed at $205,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Blair Helmick, Compass
- Keller Williams Realty Wilmington
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 sell for?
17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 sold for $205,000 on 05/07/2026.
When did 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 sell?
The transfer of 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 was recorded on in New Castle County, DE.
Who sold 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805?
17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 was listed by Blair Helmick, Compass.
Who represented the buyer of 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805?
The buyer of 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 was represented by Keller Williams Realty Wilmington.
What kind of property is 17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805?
17 Oak Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 2 bed · 1 bath. It was built in 1938.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Wilmington?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across New Castle County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by DE and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in New Castle County, Delaware from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Want to verify this sale yourself? The New Castle County, Delaware recorder holds the original deed, and the references below explain the pre-probate process behind it. All of them apply in every state.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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