Kent County property record for 488 Sequoia Dr, Smyrna, DE 19977
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,389 sqft · built 2008 |
| Lot Size | 0.06 acres (2,614 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $176,500 (Nov 2008) |
| Tax Bill | $1,043 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Apr 2022 Mortgage Jan 2021 Mortgage + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 1-17-010.14-06-36.00-000 |
| Primary APN | 1-17-010.14-06-36.00-000 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Plumbing Fixtures | 10 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,389 sqft Living Area |
| Basement Area | 704 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 704 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 720 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 2008 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2008 |
| Architectural Style | Other |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 2,614 sqft (0.06 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 110 ft deep x 22 ft wide |
| View / Lot | Major Street/Thoroughfare |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 28 sqft |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
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| Account Number | 84233 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 488 SEQUOIA DR |
| City | SMYRNA |
| State | DE |
| Zip | 19977-2550 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R3 |
| Legal Description | WOODLAND MANOR LOT 36 488 SEQUOIA DRIVE |
| Legal Subdivision | WOODLAND MANOR PHASE II |
| Legal Lot Number | 36 |
| Jurisdiction | KENT DE |
| Township / Civil Division | SMYRNA |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3009 |
| Census Tract | 40203 |
Source: Kent County records, as of October 20, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 488 SEQUOIA DR, SMYRNA, DE 19977-2550 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Apr 27, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 14, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC |
| Aug 28, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 5, 2008 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Nov 5, 2008 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 2008135489 |
| Deed Book / Page | 4707 / 228 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KENT DE |
| Property Address | 488 SEQUOIA DR, SMYRNA, DE 19977-2550 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Oct 5, 2023 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 488 SEQUOIA DR, SMYRNA, DE 19977-2550 |
| Document Number | 0000450263 |
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| Date | Apr 27, 2022 |
| Book Page | 11910/40 |
| Instrument | 2022-450263 |
| Name | CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | ANAHEIM, CA 92806 |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 480 Months |
| Due | Apr 1, 2062 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
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| Jurisdiction | KENT DE |
| Property Address | 488 SEQUOIA DR, SMYRNA, DE 19977-2550 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 0000405935 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jan 14, 2021 |
| Book Page | 10721/90 |
| Instrument | 2021-405935 |
| Name | CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | ANAHEIM, CA 92806 |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 356 Months |
| Due | Sep 1, 2050 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KENT DE |
| Property Address | 488 SEQUOIA DR, SMYRNA, DE 19977-2550 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 0000393628 |
|---|---|
| Date | Aug 28, 2020 |
| Book Page | 10390/229 |
| Instrument | 2020-393628 |
| Name | CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | ANAHEIM, CA 92806 |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Aug 1, 2050 |
Source: Kent County assessment roll, as of September 9, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Delaware |
| County | Kent County |
| Municipality | Smyrna Town |
| Unified School District | Smyrna School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,043.00 (+1.36%) | $245,400 (-) Land $42,600 Building $202,800 |
| 2025 | $1,029.00 (-14.82%) | $245,400 (+439.34%) Land $42,600 Building $202,800 |
| 2023 | $1,208.00 | $45,500 Land $9,400 Building $36,100 |
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.
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 |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1 in force |
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.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 97% of the US · lower than 87% of Delaware |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
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 | SMYRNA WATER DEPARTMENT serves 11,813 people · EPA ID DE0000657 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Apr 2025 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2022–2024) 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.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 186 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 980 / 880 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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