So much larger than it looks! Extremely well cared for home. Hardwood floors throughout most of the living area, bay window in the LR, fireplace with insert in LR, woodstove in FR, sliders in the FR and DR to rear yard, spacious kitchen w/ recently upgraded countertops, appliances and window overlooking rear yard, 2 full baths- 1 with tub and the other with shower stall, full completely finished basement adds a load of additional living space not included in the sqaure footage (but is heated and finished). Huge private lot with an abundance of landscaping and mature shade trees. Rear patio off the DR is perfect for outdoor BBQ's, fenced pool area, 2 sheds remain but are as-is. Oversized 2 car garage with new door, additional storage area and inside access to the mudroom with laundry facilities and wash tub. Additional improvements inculde: roof replacement, new septic system, new slider in DR, added parking pad for additional parking, drainage system for the basement with additional sump pump (as a precaution only), new carpet in basement room, reverse osmosis water filtration under kitchen sink and whole house rain soft water conditioner which is owned. Fabulous home and property in a quiet country location but close to schools, shopping and access to DAFB any other connector roads for commuters.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
1.1 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tonya Williams• Totally Distinctive Realty
R-2173--There's More To This Home Than Expected. Extremely Well Cared For 5Br, 2Ba, Den/Office, Family Rm, Dining Rm, Huge Beautifully Landscaped Yard W/ Fenced Inground Pool, Shed & Spacious Rear Deck. Plenty Of Storage In The Finished Bsmt As Well As Work Shop, 4 & 5 Br, & Den. Sump Pump W/ Battery Back Up & Water Conditioning Unit. Hardwood Floors Throughout Main Level, Remodeled Kit & Baths. Carpet In Bsmt; A Must See To Appreciate!!
Public Records
Jul 1, 1997
Sold
$130,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,419 (+0.4%)
$109,500 + $240,700
$350,200
2024
$1,413 (−11.4%)
$112,100 + $242,500
$354,600
2023
$1,594 (+5.9%)
$112,100 + $242,500
$354,600
2022
$1,505 (+0.8%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2021
$1,493 (+8.6%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2020
$1,374 (−3.3%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2019
$1,422 (+3.2%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2018
$1,378 (+2.9%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2017
$1,339 (+2.1%)
$13,900 + $44,800
$58,700
2016
$1,311 (+19.3%)
$13,900 + $44,800
$58,700
2015
$1,099 (+0.3%)
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
2014
$1,096 (−0.6%)
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
2013
$1,103 (+2.2%)
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
2012
$1,079 (+1.6%)
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
2011
$1,062
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
Tax history for 1272 Walnut Shade Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,419 (+0.4%)
$109,500 + $240,700
$350,200
2024
$1,413 (−11.4%)
$112,100 + $242,500
$354,600
2023
$1,594 (+5.9%)
$112,100 + $242,500
$354,600
2022
$1,505 (+0.8%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2021
$1,493 (+8.6%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2020
$1,374 (−3.3%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2019
$1,422 (+3.2%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2018
$1,378 (+2.9%)
$13,900 + $48,700
$62,600
2017
$1,339 (+2.1%)
$13,900 + $44,800
$58,700
2016
$1,311 (+19.3%)
$13,900 + $44,800
$58,700
2015
$1,099 (+0.3%)
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
2014
$1,096 (−0.6%)
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
2013
$1,103 (+2.2%)
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
2012
$1,079 (+1.6%)
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
2011
$1,062
$13,900 + $49,000
$62,900
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.01 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,728
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
7-00-111.02-04-23.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RMH
GROWTH ZONE OVERLAY DISTRICT
Residential Manufactured Home District
The purpose of the RMH Residential Manufactured Home District is to: Provide for well-designated manufactured home parks and subdivisions in areas where public services are available; and Provide well-located areas within the County for the development of manufactured housing as an alternative to site-built housing in a suburban setting.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area, Inside Access, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage, 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
Interior Features: Bar, CeilngFan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Country, Upgraded Countertops, Water Treat System, Wood Floors, Wood Stove
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Exercise Room, Mud Room, Utility Room, Workshop, Hobby Room
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished
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
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Pool Information
Personal Pool
In Ground, Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 1.10 x 0.00
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $208
School Tax: $1,139
Tax Assessed Value: $62,600
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $1,347
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2018
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: CAESAR RODNEY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Peachtree Run
Directions: Rte 13 to Walnut Shade
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,728
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 7-00-111.02-04-23.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Star Hill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
Postlethwait (F. Niel) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
4/10
Caesar Rodney High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance 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
7/10 Wind Factor
78% 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 • 19901
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$382,000 – $462,000
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