Kent County property record for 243 Samuel Paynter Dr, Dover, DE 19904
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1 ba · 972 sqft · built 1966 |
| Lot Size | 0.18 acres (7,841 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $89,000 (May 2019) |
| Tax Bill | $1,535 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jul 2020 Mortgage May 2019 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 2-00-085.16-02-76.00-000 |
| Primary APN | 2-00-085.16-02-76.00-000 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Plumbing Fixtures | 5 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 972 sqft Living Area |
| Basement Area | 972 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 936 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 36 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1966 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1966 |
| Architectural Style | Other |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 7,841 sqft (0.18 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 105 ft deep x 65.7 ft wide |
| View / Lot | Major Street/Thoroughfare |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Central |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 5212 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 243 SAMUEL PAYNTER DR |
| City | DOVER |
| State | DE |
| Zip | 19904-5430 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | RS1 |
| Legal Description | RODNEY VILLAGE SEC 3 BLK J LOT 28 243 SAMUEL PAYNTER DR |
| Legal Subdivision | RODNEY VILLAGE - SECTION 4 |
| Legal Block | J |
| Legal Lot Number | 28 |
| Jurisdiction | KENT DE |
| Township / Civil Division | DOVER |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2019 |
| Census Tract | 41500 |
243 Samuel Paynter Dr is owned by an individual who bought it in May 2019.
Source: Kent County records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 68 LENORA DR, SMYRNA, DE 19977-3864 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2020 | Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage CMG MORTGAGE INC |
| May 13, 2019 | Deed, Transfer · Balloon Mortgage SHALLCROSS MORTGAGE COMPANY |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | May 13, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | May 13, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Nov 1, 2006 |
| Deed Document Number | 2019361590 |
| Deed Book / Page | 9587 / 268 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KENT DE |
| Recording Date | Jul 20, 2020 |
| Property Address | 243 SAMUEL PAYNTER DR, DOVER, DE 19904-5430 |
| Document Number | 0000390380 |
| Book / Page | 10306 / 104 |
| Map Reference | MB 5 PG 59 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 19, 2020 |
| Instrument | 2020-390380 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jul 27, 2022 |
| Title Company | OLD REPUBLIC NATL TTL INS CO |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 68 LENORA DR, SMYRNA, DE 19977-3864 |
| Document Number | 0000390382 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jul 20, 2020 |
| Instrument | 2020-390382 |
| Name | CMG MORTGAGE INC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Jul 1, 2050 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KENT DE |
| Recording Date | May 13, 2019 |
| Property Address | 243 SAMUEL PAYNTER DR, DOVER, DE 19904-5430 |
| Document Number | 0000361590 |
| Book / Page | 9587 / 268 |
| Map Reference | MB 5 PG 59 |
| Instrument Date | Apr 17, 2019 |
| Instrument | 2019-361590 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jul 27, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $3,560.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 63 CORNELL DR, 63, VOORHEES, NJ 08043-4911 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 68 LENORA DR, SMYRNA, DE 19977-3864 |
| Document Number | 0000361591 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 13, 2019 |
| Instrument | 2019-361591 |
| Name | SHALLCROSS MORTGAGE COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | Balloon Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 11 Months |
| Due | Apr 17, 2020 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 243 Samuel Paynter Dr was $1,535, up 16.1% from the year before.
Source: Kent County assessment roll, as of September 9, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Delaware |
| County | Kent County |
| Unified School District | Caesar Rodney School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,535.00 (+16.11%) | $217,200 Land $62,600 Building $154,600 |
| 2025 | $1,322.00 | |
| 2023 | $1,182.00 | $29,900 Land $9,400 Building $20,500 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 243 Samuel Paynter Dr in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 1 flood claim nearby since 2011.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 25, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 2 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (2011) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 1 of 1 |
| Most Recent Claim | Aug 2011 · Hurricane Irene |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 243 Samuel Paynter Dr is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 99.8% of the US · lower than 99.1% of Delaware |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT serves 39,491 people · EPA ID DE0000571 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Feb 2024 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2024–2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 465 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
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