Here's is your chance to finish this home your way it sits on 0.69-acre lot that backs up to Lum's Pond State Park, offering trails leading directly to the lake. The property is equipped with utilities such as New 200 amp electric service, water service is connected It is a non-development lot with no deed restrictions or builder tie-ins The land is clear and level, making it suitable to make it your home, Building is gutted with New Roof and New Siding. Sewer tie in is available across the street New windows and garage door as well The location is convenient, close to Route 896 and Route 40, and offers a peaceful setting near nature The property also includes an outbuilding, which is sold in "as-is" condition Ideal for a FHA 203K mortgage to build in your updates If you're considering this property, it could be a great opportunity to build your dream home in a scenic and accessible area. Let me know if you'd like more details!
Single-familyProperty Type
1983Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$176Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tiny Reamer• RE/MAX 1st Choice - Middletown
•302-378-8700 (broker)
Bought with Tiny Reamer• RE/MAX 1st Choice - Middletown
Driveway has open opened up Trees and bamboo have been removed Here is your chance to build your new home on just under ¾ acre lot. Property backs up to Lum's Pond State Park. Parcel has utilities available to be hooked up (Electric, Water ) Property has an Out building that is included but is As-Is condition, Property was used as a very large Vegetable garden and is fenced in with Bamboo Poles from the property, Great location Howell School is close to RT896 and RT40. Bring your plans to build your Dream Home Buyer is responsible to contact New Castle Land use department zoning change to commercial use will not be approved
BRIGHT MLS #DENC130378
Feb 7, 2007
Sold
$150,000
$97/sq ft
Dec 30, 2006
Listing Removed
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Dec 5, 2006
Listed
$150,000
$97/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC359080
Nov 17, 2006
Listed
$195,000
$127/sq ft
Nov 17, 2006
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Dec 17, 1997
Sold
$58,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$904 (−4.6%)
$103,200 + $16,200
$119,400
2024
$947 (+10.3%)
$103,200 + $16,200
$119,400
2023
$859 (+3.6%)
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2017
$829 (+11.9%)
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2016
$741
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2015
$741
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2014
$741 (+1.3%)
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2013
$731 (+216.9%)
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2012
$231
$10,400
Tax history for 610 Howell School Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$904 (−4.6%)
$103,200 + $16,200
$119,400
2024
$947 (+10.3%)
$103,200 + $16,200
$119,400
2023
$859 (+3.6%)
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2017
$829 (+11.9%)
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2016
$741
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2015
$741
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2014
$741 (+1.3%)
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2013
$731 (+216.9%)
$13,800 + $14,600
$28,400
2012
$231
$10,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
300 ft.
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1983
Style
Other
County
New Castle County
APN
1104300013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Driveway, Detached Garage, Attached Garage
Interior
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $14,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade
Roof: Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00 x 300.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,540
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $28,400
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $887
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer Septic: No Septic System, Public Hook/Up Avail
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: COLONIAL
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: See GPS
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1104300013
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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Schools
Southern Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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Bedford (Gunning) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
3/10
Penn (William) High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.4mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$257,000 – $311,000
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