1242 S Governors Ave, Dover, DE 19904
What This House Offers
Beautiful private and secluded 3 BR 2 B ranch on 1 + acre and what a find, all within the City of Dover. This beautiful ranch is so private you cannot see it from the road! All floors have been refinished, the kitchen and 2 bathrooms are all brand new and energy efficient windows have been installed. This incredible ranch is truly a one of a kind and a must see. The entire property is surrounded by trees yet has an expansive yard with new gravity septic, beautiful flooring, new kitchen, new appliances, new bathrooms, pocket doors and just incredible privacy. Plenty of storage can be found upstairs and there is even a full basement with an attached garage. Put this one on your tour today!
Unit
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Cable Ready
- Ceiling Fans
- Dining Room
- Dishwasher
- Double Pane Windows
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
Community Features
- Garages
1242 S Governors Ave is a single-family home for rent in Dover, DE
Fees & Policies
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Home Details
Views
- Views of Woods
Home Design
- Built in 1959 | Remodeled in 2022
- Rambler Architecture
- Single Family Detached Home
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Beamed Ceilings
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Ceilings
- Double Pane Windows
- Recessed Lighting
- Sliding Doors
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- 1276 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Electric Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Self-Cleaning Oven
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Unfinished Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Garage Access
- Sump Pump
Home Security
- Storm Doors
Parking
- Basement Garage
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Front Facing Garage
- 15 Driveway Spaces
Accessible Home Design
- Garage Doors 84+ Inches Wide
- Level Entry For Accessibility
- Doors swing in
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Lot Details
- 1 Acre Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Back and Side Yard
- East Facing Home
- Property is in excellent condition
- Level Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 1.00 x 0.00
- Property is zoned RS1
- Cleared Lot
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
- Well
- Gravity Septic Field
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,350
- Requires 1 Month of Rent Paid Up Front
- 12-Month Lease Term
- Available 2026-10-01
- $55 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number ED-00-08508-01-0100-000
- Tenant pays for all utilities, snow removal, lawn/tree/shrub care
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Property Manager
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Dover, DE 19904
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Limited public transit
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
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Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
South Dover Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
William Henry Middle School
Grades K-5
Public
Dover First Christian School
Grades PK-5
Private
Dover High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Capitol Baptist School
Grades K-12
Private
Kent County Community School
Grades PK-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Wesley College | Drive: 5 min (2.3 mi) |
| Delaware State University | Drive: 10 min (4.5 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1242 S Governors Ave proximity to Rodney Village and Carrolls Corner. Rodney Village is 0.9 miles away, and Carrolls Corner is within a 23 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1242 S Governors Ave are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 3.8 miles, including First State Heritage Park and Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village.
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