The "Mini-Farm" Dream with 5-Acre Expansion Opportunity! Welcome to 2148 Marshyhope Rd—a masterfully maintained 1960s homestead where "country living" isn't just a phrase, it’s a reality. Perfectly scaled for the modern hobby farmer, this . 58-acre gem offers the ultimate setup for self-sufficiency without the stress of excessive land maintenance. Start your farm on day one. This property is fully equipped with a two-stall horse barn, a dedicated goat enclosure, and a custom-built patio area. The outdoor space is anchored by vibrant perennial flower beds, creating a stunning, low-maintenance landscape for outdoor entertaining and quiet country mornings. Inside, the home radiates warmth and stability. The heart of the home is the large country kitchen, designed for big meals and easy flow. In the living room, a classic wood-burning stove provides cozy, efficient heat. You can rest easy knowing all the "big-ticket" items are taken care of, including a brand-new septic system (installation in progress), newer, high-efficiency HVAC, and new LVP flooring just installed this year. The oversized garage includes an unfinished loft space above - a blank canvas perfect for a future bedroom or guest quarters. THE BIG OPPORTUNITY: Looking for more room to roam? An additional 5.27-acre parcel that butts up to the property, as well as an adjoining . 48-acre lot, are also available for purchase! Combined with the homestead, this creates a 6.3+ acre estate, giving you 3.8 acres of prime dry land for pasture and 2.5 acres of beautiful natural wetlands for ultimate privacy. Please refer to the separate Bright MLS listings for the adjoining parcels (or contact the listing agent directly for details) to purchase the home, the land, or the entire package, and start your country story today! The sellers are electing to keep the offer period open until Monday, June 22 at 12:00 PM. Given that there are three separate properties involved, they would like adequate time to evaluate all offers and determine the best path forward for each of them. Please contact the listing agent with any questions.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.58 acresLot Size
$182Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sasha Greenly• Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware
•302-677-0020 (broker)
•centraldelawarebroker@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Chas/Charlie Reed• Coldwell Banker Premier - Rehoboth
Est. $2,142 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2148 Marshyhope Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2047904
Aug 28, 2026
Sold
$324,000
$182/sq ft
Jun 23, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 13, 2026
Listed
$324,000
$182/sq ft
Jun 11, 2026
Coming Soon
$324,000
$182/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$681 (+0.5%)
$73,000 + $221,400
$294,400
2025
$678 (+0.7%)
$73,000 + $221,400
$294,400
2024
$673 (+23.9%)
$72,400 + $221,500
$293,900
2023
$543 (−30.9%)
$72,400 + $221,500
$293,900
2022
$786 (+5.8%)
$9,200 + $28,200
$37,400
2021
$743 (−4.2%)
$9,200 + $28,200
$37,400
2020
$776 (−0.1%)
$9,200 + $28,200
$37,400
2019
$777 (+1.1%)
$9,200 + $28,200
$37,400
2018
$768 (−4.0%)
$9,200 + $28,200
$37,400
2017
$800 (+11.1%)
$9,200 + $28,200
$37,400
2015
$720
$9,200 + $28,200
$37,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
110 ft.
Lot depth
210 ft.
Lot size
0.58 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
8-00-138.00-02-28.01-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
AR
GROWTH ZONE OVERLAY DISTRICT
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.
Zone overlays
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
Garage Sq. Ft.: 672
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Directions: From US-13 (North or South), turn onto DE-12 West (Main Street) in Felton. Follow DE-12 West as it becomes Sandtown Road. Turn left onto Marshyhope Road. Property will be on the left side.
Location Type: Rural
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,440
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 8-00-138.00-02-28.01-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lake Forest North Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Chipman (W.T.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
4/10
Lake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
5/10
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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 103° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
66% 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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Historical weather
Felton, DE • 19943
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$323,000 – $391,000
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