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231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 — Sold $379,000 by Barry Godfrey
231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809
Another pre-probate listing closed by Barry Godfrey in New Castle County, DE. Good work.
231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809
Final sold price
SOLD$379,000
What sold at 231 Philadelphia Pike, and for how much?
231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 sold for $379,000 on August 18, 2026. The listing was handled by Barry Godfrey of Home Finders Real Estate Company. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 1 bath, 1,575 sq ft, built in 1948. 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 | 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $379,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 1 bath |
| Building area | 1,575 sq ft |
| Year built | 1948 |
| County | New Castle County, DE |
| Listing agent | Barry Godfrey, Home Finders Real Estate Company |
| APN | 06-139.00-071 |
| MLS # | DENC2105392 |
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: 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington DE 19809
Property profile
- Address
- 231 Philadelphia Pike
- City / state / ZIP
- Wilmington, DE, 19809
- County
- New Castle County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 1 bath
- Year built
- 1948
- APN
- 06-139.00-071
Mailing address
231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 05/08/2020
- Assessed value
- $57,700
- MLS #
- DENC2105392
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$241Calculated from a 1,575 sq ft building and $379,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value657%Sold price was 657% of the $57,700 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale2,293Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio17%Building footprint covers about 17% of the 9,148 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Barry Godfrey of Home Finders Real Estate Company represented the seller and Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine represented the buyer on 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington DE 19809 in Wilmington. The two of them walked an inherited property all the way to closing, which is what pre-probate work asks for. The home closed at $379,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Barry Godfrey, Home Finders Real Estate Company
- Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 sell for?
231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 sold for $379,000 on 08/18/2026.
When did 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 sell?
The transfer of 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 was recorded on in New Castle County, DE.
Who sold 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809?
231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 was listed by Barry Godfrey, Home Finders Real Estate Company.
Who represented the buyer of 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809?
The buyer of 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 was represented by Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine.
What kind of property is 231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809?
231 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 1 bath. It was built in 1948.
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
To pull the recorded deed for this parcel, start with the New Castle County, Delaware recorder of deeds. To understand how a pre-probate sale reaches closing, start with the references below.
- 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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