Welcome to 3630 Downs Chapel Rd! Cozy 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath Home on 1 Acre in Clayton. 2x4 Construction ranch style home on a full basement. Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring throughout the 1st floor. Kitchen has beautiful, natural hickory hardwood cabinets with Solid surface Corian counter tops. Stainless steel appliances include a French door style refrigerator and built in microwave over range. Newly renovated hall bath and En Suite bathroom have elegant tile surround. Full, Dry basement with drainage system. New Septic and minor driveway improvements as well. Newer HVAC, double hung vinyl windows and water heater. You'll be able to enjoy the peace and quite of county living with only a short drive to all the necessary conveniences and major routes for commuting. Watch nature from your front porch, or back deck. It's a great way to unwind!
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
1.06 acresLot Size
$315Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Terra King• RE/MAX 1st Choice - Middletown
•302-378-8700 (broker)
Listed by Stephen A. Tolmie• RE/MAX 1st Choice - Middletown
•302-378-8700 (broker)
Bought with Whitney Westover• First Coast Realty LLC
Looking for some nature and tranquility, look no further! Sweat equity will turn this home into your own little paradise. Many updates have already been made. Raised panel Hickory cabinets in Kitchen, Grey speckled Corian Counter Top. Lazy Susan corner cabinet has door, just needs hinge replaced. HVAC, water heater and windows have updated in that last several years. Possible potential to add a 1/2 or 2nd bath by remodeling current bath and laundry area. Bath needs to be updated. Needs new paint and flooring. Deck and porch need some attention, please use caution when using back deck steps. Roof may be at the end of it's life expectancy. This is a diamond in the rough and is price accordingly. Seller will no make any repairs. This is being sold As-Is. Inspections are for informational purposes only!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,189 (+1.4%)
$85,300 + $192,100
$277,400
2025
$1,173 (−0.6%)
$85,300 + $192,100
$277,400
2024
$1,180 (+47.2%)
$85,300 + $192,100
$277,400
2023
$802 (+4.0%)
$85,300 + $192,100
$277,400
2022
$771 (+3.9%)
$8,500 + $21,300
$29,800
2021
$742 (+85.3%)
$8,500 + $21,300
$29,800
2020
$401 (+0.3%)
$8,500 + $20,600
$29,100
2019
$399
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2018
$399 (+0.3%)
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2017
$398 (−0.6%)
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2015
$400 (−23.1%)
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2012
$520 (+3.1%)
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2011
$505
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
Tax history for 3630 Downs Chapel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,189 (+1.4%)
$85,300 + $192,100
$277,400
2025
$1,173 (−0.6%)
$85,300 + $192,100
$277,400
2024
$1,180 (+47.2%)
$85,300 + $192,100
$277,400
2023
$802 (+4.0%)
$85,300 + $192,100
$277,400
2022
$771 (+3.9%)
$8,500 + $21,300
$29,800
2021
$742 (+85.3%)
$8,500 + $21,300
$29,800
2020
$401 (+0.3%)
$8,500 + $20,600
$29,100
2019
$399
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2018
$399 (+0.3%)
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2017
$398 (−0.6%)
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2015
$400 (−23.1%)
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2012
$520 (+3.1%)
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
2011
$505
$8,400 + $20,600
$29,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
198 ft.
Lot depth
220 ft.
Lot size
1.06 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,104
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
3-00-034.00-01-12.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
AR
Agricultural Residential District
The purpose of the AR Agricultural Residential District is to: Provide for a wide range of agricultural use and farm-related services while providing for low-density residential development in areas that are rural in character and where farming may not be the optimum land use activity; Loster environmentally sound development in areas of environmental concern; Allow for a variety of low-density planned residential and cluster developments in a rural setting; and Serve as a transitional buffer zone between agricultural and residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Drainage System
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 198.00 x 220.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,104
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $97
School Tax: $544
Tax Assessed Value: $29,100
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $641
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: SMYRNA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Sewell Branch rd. , or Underwoods Corner rd. to Downs Chapel rd. Use GPS for exact directions.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,104
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.06 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 3-00-034.00-01-12.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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Around this home
Schools
Clayton Intermediate School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 5.7mi
7/10
Smyrna Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.9mi
5/10
Smyrna High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.6mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Clayton, DE • 19938
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$331,000 – $401,000
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