2179 Skeeter Neck Rd presents a prime investment opportunity in a growing area of Kent County. Situated on a spacious lot with rural appeal, this property offers strong upside for investors looking to renovate, reposition, or rebuild. The existing structure provides a solid starting point for a value-add project, whether your strategy is a full renovation, rental hold, or redevelopment. With demand for affordable housing and rentals continuing to rise in the Frederica and Dover markets, this property is well-positioned for long-term returns. Conveniently located near Route 1, Dover Air Force Base, shopping, and employment centers, the location supports strong resale and rental demand while maintaining privacy and land value. Ideal for investors seeking their next project with clear upside potential. Property is being sold as-is. Bring your vision and unlock the value.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$170Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Nick MacDonald• Iron Valley Real Estate Premier
•302-741-4545 (broker)
•admin@ivrepremier.com (broker)
Bought with Nick MacDonald• Iron Valley Real Estate Premier
*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
2
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
218 ft.
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,480
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
8-00-122.00-02-46.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
AR
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.
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 Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $218,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Building Name: None Available
Construction Materials: Mixed
Foundation Details: Permanent
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00 x 217.80
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $71,400
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,160
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $165
School Tax: $862
Tax Assessed Value: $289,500
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,042
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank
Sewer Septic: Private Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: LAKE FOREST
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Turn right onto skeeter neck rd from bowers beach rd
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,480
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 8-00-122.00-02-46.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lake Forest East Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 2.7mi
6/10
Chipman (W.T.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.6mi
4/10
Lake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
5/10
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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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Historical weather
Frederica, DE • 19946
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$348,000 – $422,000
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