Cape Cod with Picturesque Views in Ideal Location----This five bedroom home has been well maintained since it was built in 1987 and boasts high quality craftmanship with many upgraded features. The 4,154 square foot house poses clean lines and tons of storage. Located in the golfing community of Retreat, this large beautifully landscaped lot backs up to state owned preserved land which will not be developed. Exceptional houses with great bones in a convenient location and beautiful private settings do not come along often. .. Current owners have downsized and hope the new owners will be blessed with as many great memories in this home! Additional features include: 3.5 bathrooms. Two master suites- One on first floor. Geothermal – open loop HVAC system including two wells. Central Vac system. Two hot water heaters-one electric and one gas. Enormous full house basement- 2,000+sf with separate heater. Aprilaire Dehumidifier. Gas fireplace. Double wall ovens. Beautiful rear wood deck. First floor mud room with washer dryer and utility sink. Tons of closet space. Double sinks. Two dens. Home office. Built is shelving open to the sunroom addition. Breakfast nook. Skylights in the Foyer, Bedroom, and bathroom. Oversized two car garage. AND SO MUCH MORE! This home will not last!
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
0.75 acresLot Size
$142Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Erin Barrett• The Moving Experience Delaware Inc
•302-241-0899 (broker)
•marie@themovingexperiencede.com (broker)
Bought with Erin Barrett• The Moving Experience Delaware Inc
Like A Private Park? Large Wrap-Around Deck With Wooded Scenic Views And Nature At Your Back Door. Oak Floors On 1St Level, Spectacular Custom Built -Ins In Family And Glassed Recreation Room With Fireplace. Large Main Br Has Hobby/Sitting Area. 1St Floor Guest Room And Full Bath, Large 2 Story Entrance Foyer. A Must See. Appliances Included With Sale Are Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven With Range, W/ D & Dishwasher. . 48 Hr On This House.
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT213776
Oct 14, 1998
Listing Removed
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Oct 14, 1998
Listed
$299,900
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 1991
Sold
$252,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,814 (+5.9%)
$137,800 + $314,500
$452,300
2025
$2,658 (+4.4%)
$137,800 + $314,500
$452,300
2024
$2,545 (−14.5%)
$137,800 + $314,500
$452,300
2023
$2,976 (+4.0%)
$137,800 + $310,600
$448,400
2022
$2,861 (+0.8%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2021
$2,837 (+4.1%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2020
$2,727 (+6.7%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2019
$2,556 (+11.2%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2018
$2,298 (+1.8%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2017
$2,257 (+4.2%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2016
$2,167
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2015
$2,165 (−0.3%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2014
$2,172 (−19.7%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2013
$2,706 (−3.9%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2012
$2,815 (+3.4%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2011
$2,721
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
Tax history for 117 Pine Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,814 (+5.9%)
$137,800 + $314,500
$452,300
2025
$2,658 (+4.4%)
$137,800 + $314,500
$452,300
2024
$2,545 (−14.5%)
$137,800 + $314,500
$452,300
2023
$2,976 (+4.0%)
$137,800 + $310,600
$448,400
2022
$2,861 (+0.8%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2021
$2,837 (+4.1%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2020
$2,727 (+6.7%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2019
$2,556 (+11.2%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2018
$2,298 (+1.8%)
$24,500 + $93,600
$118,100
2017
$2,257 (+4.2%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2016
$2,167
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2015
$2,165 (−0.3%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2014
$2,172 (−19.7%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2013
$2,706 (−3.9%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2012
$2,815 (+3.4%)
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
2011
$2,721
$24,500 + $93,800
$118,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
94 ft.
Lot depth
225 ft.
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
3,978
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
2-05-066.12-01-27.00-000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway
Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Range, Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 94.31 x 225.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $24,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,978
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $1,481
County Tax: $354
School Tax: $3,006
Tax Assessed Value: $118,100
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $4,841
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Dehumidifier, Geothermal, Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric, Geothermal
Other
Heating Fuel: Geo-thermal
Hot Water: Natural Gas, Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Pool(s), Unknown Fee
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Swimming Pool
School Information
High School: DOVER
School District Name: CAPITAL
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: MAPLE DALE RD
Directions: From Walker Rd - 1.5 miles to Kenton Rd turn right - go . 8 miles and turn right on Maple Dale Rd - go . 2 miles and turn right onto Pine Valley Rd - Go . 1 miles to 117 Pine Valley Rd
Location Type: Adjoins Golf Course
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,978
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Kent County
APN: 2-05-066.12-01-27.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
North Dover Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.1mi
7/10
Dover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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Lifestyle
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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 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Dover, DE • 19904
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$536,000 – $648,000
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