Rare opportunity to build on a former homesite situated on approximately 1.02 acres in desirable Frankford, Delaware. This property offers many of the advantages buyers seek when purchasing land, including documented well and septic history, electric service availability, and a proven residential homesite location. Nestled in a peaceful Sussex County setting, the property is ideally located just minutes from Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, Ocean View, shopping, dining, golf, boating, and all the attractions of Delaware's coastal communities. Whether you're planning a custom home, manufactured home, retirement retreat, or investment property, this parcel offers flexibility and potential in one of the region's most sought-after growth areas. The property was previously improved with a residence and benefits from documented DNREC wastewater system records and an existing well. Buyers should perform their own due diligence regarding the current condition and usability of all systems and improvements. No HOA. Zoned GR (General Residential). An excellent opportunity to create your own coastal Delaware lifestyle while enjoying the privacy and space of over an acre of land.
Vacant landProperty Type
1.02 acresLot Size
$161,765Price/Acres
Listed by Lillian Harrison• Harmon & Assoc. Real Estate Sales & Services LLC
Land/lot only; currently vacant and zoned for residential use
No tidal water on the property
Located in the Clarksville area, about 5–6 miles west of Bethany Beach
Home design
Outside city limits
Between Route 1 and Route 113 corridor
Utilities
Well water
Septic system on site
Electric service available
Sale and tax history for 32298 Powell Farm Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DESU2113422
Jul 2, 2026
Price Changed
$165,000
Jun 5, 2026
Listed
$179,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$233 (−0.4%)
$53,400
2025
$234 (+114.1%)
$53,400
2024
$109
$53,400
2023
$109 (+1.6%)
$2,500
2022
$108 (+2.9%)
$2,500
2021
$105 (+4.5%)
$2,500
2020
$100 (+0.4%)
$2,500
2019
$100 (−6.5%)
$2,500
2018
$107 (+5.2%)
$2,500
2017
$101 (+13.8%)
$2,500
2016
$89 (−2.2%)
$2,500
2014
$91
$2,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
1.35 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Sussex County
APN
134-11.00-60.00
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
GR
General Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide for medium-density residential use, including all manufactured homes. Manufactured homes shall include those which do not meet certain characteristics of manufactured homes permitted in AR Districts, as contained in Section 115-20A(1).
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Golf related
Veterinary clinic
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space
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, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% 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
Frankford, DE • 19945
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Frankford. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.1 hrs
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 32298 Powell Farm Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $175,612 and $607,500.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $176K to $608K.