Welcome to 3705 Fire Tower Rd — a rare blend of a wide-open lot, refined living, and the kind of quiet luxury that feels like a deep breath the moment you arrive. This isn’t just a property… it’s a private horizon line, a place where space, nature, and architecture meet to create a home that feels both grounding and cozy. Set back from the road with an adorable presence, the home opens into a space with, sun light-washed rooms, and a layout designed for both serenity and togetherness. Every window frames a landscape moment: golden fields, tree-lined borders, and skies that feel like they belong only to you. The lot is the true luxury here — usable, open, and inviting a future of possibility. This property holds the space for your next chapter to unfold. Whether you’re seeking a primary home, a weekend sanctuary, or a long-term investment, 3705 Fire Tower Rd stands ready for your vision. Private, peaceful, and beautifully positioned, it’s the kind of address that calms everything around it.
R-9642 Major renovations have been performed to make this home sparkle. New Roof, siding, Tyvek wrap and insulation in exterior walls, floors and ceiling. All new laminate flooring and carpet. All fresh interior paint along with new lighting, electrical upgrades as well as all interior doors. Both well and septic are new in 2016. New heat pump with central air. Enjoy the new rear deck great for entertaining. (lot size is currently being changed by the County. Lot size is expected to be approx . 80 of an acre. Survey will be made available upon completion. This home is USDA eligible.
BRIGHT MLS #1009303390
Feb 28, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jun 21, 2011
Listed
$139,900
$143/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 9, 2009
Sold
$100,000
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$821 (+0.4%)
$106,300 + $113,400
$219,700
2024
$818 (+40.3%)
$106,300 + $113,400
$219,700
2023
$583 (+11.3%)
$106,300 + $113,400
$219,700
2022
$524 (+5.5%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2021
$497 (−4.0%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2020
$517 (−0.1%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2019
$518 (+1.0%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2018
$513 (−3.7%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2017
$532 (+14.3%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2015
$466 (+18.3%)
$9,500 + $14,700
$24,200
2012
$394 (+3.1%)
$9,500 + $14,700
$24,200
2011
$382
$9,500 + $14,700
$24,200
Tax history for 3705 Firetower Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$821 (+0.4%)
$106,300 + $113,400
$219,700
2024
$818 (+40.3%)
$106,300 + $113,400
$219,700
2023
$583 (+11.3%)
$106,300 + $113,400
$219,700
2022
$524 (+5.5%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2021
$497 (−4.0%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2020
$517 (−0.1%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2019
$518 (+1.0%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2018
$513 (−3.7%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2017
$532 (+14.3%)
$7,100 + $16,400
$23,500
2015
$466 (+18.3%)
$9,500 + $14,700
$24,200
2012
$394 (+3.1%)
$9,500 + $14,700
$24,200
2011
$382
$9,500 + $14,700
$24,200
*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
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
975
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
7-00-119.00-02-31.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 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
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Energy Efficient Appliances
Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Laminate Plank
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $113,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2016
Building Information
Building Name: NONE
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Roof
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 251.00 x 105.55
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $106,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 975
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $125
School Tax: $654
Tax Assessed Value: $219,700
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $791
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic, Mound System
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: LAKE FOREST
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: TOMAHAWK
Directions: Personal GPS
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 975
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 7-00-119.00-02-31.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lake Forest North Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
Chipman (W.T.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.4mi
4/10
Lake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.0mi
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being 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
71% 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
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$295,000 – $357,000
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