Kent County property record for 8 Idlewhile Ave, Betterton, MD 21610
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
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| Details | 1.5 ba · 1,296 sqft · built 1968 |
| Lot Size | 1.07 acres (46,609 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on Record |
| Last Sale | $279,000 (Apr 2022) |
| Tax Bill | $3,195 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Apr 2022 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 03-004732 |
| Primary APN | 03-004732 |
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| Alternative APNs |
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| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
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| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,296 sqft Total Area |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1968 |
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| Effective Year Built | Effective 1968 |
| Architectural Style | Conventional |
| Exterior Material | Siding |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 46,609 sqft (1.07 acres) |
| Deck Area | 160 sqft |
| Heating Fuel | Electric |
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| Sewer | Connected |
| Account Number | 004732 |
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| Street Address | 8 IDLEWHILE AVE |
| City | BETTERTON |
| State | MD |
| Zip | 21610-9739 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R-3 |
| Legal Description | LOT 1.075 AC 8 IDLEWHILE AVE BETTERTON |
| Jurisdiction | KENT MD |
| Township / Civil Division | 3, WORTON (BETTERTON) |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2005 |
| Census Tract | 950200 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the Betterton Historic District listed 1984 · 157 contributing resources · NRIS 84001805 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
Source: Kent County records, as of August 27, 2026
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| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on Record |
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| Mailing Address | 2207 DELAWARE AVE, WILMINGTON, DE 19806-2211 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
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| Last Sale | Apr 7, 2022 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Apr 7, 2022 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Nov 14, 1978 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Book / Page | 1243 / 78 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KENT MD |
| Recording Date | Apr 7, 2022 |
| Property Address | 8 IDLEWHILE AVE, BETTERTON, MD 21610-9739 |
| Document Number | 0012430078 |
| Book / Page | 1243 / 78 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 30, 2022 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 21, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Tenants by the Entirety |
| Address | 933 CENTRE RD, WILMINGTON, DE 19807-2823 |
Source: Kent County assessment roll, as of August 27, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Maryland |
| County | Kent County |
| Municipality | Betterton Town |
| Unified School District | Kent County Public Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,195.00 (+0.53%) | $220,067 (+22.83%) | $222,400 (+1.6%) Land $100,100 Building $122,300 |
| 2025 | $3,178.00 (+38.35%) | ||
| 2023 | $2,297.00 | $179,167 | $218,900 Land $100,100 Building $118,800 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective October 15, 2021 · 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 | 7 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 4 (2003–2011) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 1 of 4 |
| Most Recent Claim | Aug 2011 · Hurricane Irene |
| Claims by Event |
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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 93% of the US · lower than 85% of Maryland |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.02% 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 | TOWN OF BETTERTON serves 481 people · EPA ID MD0140001 |
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| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Apr 2023 |
| Lead | 5 ppb (2021–2023) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
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| Treatment and Procedure | Lead public education Mar 2018 |
| 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 117 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| RiverNet Fixed Wireless | 1,200 / 1,000 |
| IQ Fiber Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Breezeline Cable | 1,000 / 50 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
May also be available: Talkie Communications.
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
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