If you’ve been looking for a country property with room to work, grow, create, and make it your own, this one deserves a closer look. Custom built in 2006 and situated on 1.1 acres along a low-traffic country road between Laurel and Georgetown, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,456 square feet with an open-concept layout, cathedral ceiling in the main living area, hardwood floors throughout, and propane-fueled radiant floor heat. The split floor plan gives the primary suite its own side of the home with a walk-in closet and direct access to a large utility room, while both spacious guest bedrooms have walk-in closets and share a full bath. Across the front of the home, a large, enclosed porch with multiple patio doors offers plenty of possibilities as a three-season room or sunroom, with a rear patio providing additional outdoor space. But the real appeal may be outside. A paved driveway leads to a 30’x40’ detached garage/workshop with solar-powered radiant floor heat, plus a separate storage shed. The fenced garden area is already home to fruit trees, flowers, and herbs, giving a future homesteader a great head start. The property needs some work, but for a contractor, renovator, hobbyist, or buyer looking for a more self-sufficient lifestyle, there’s a lot here to work with—and plenty of nearby public hunting land adds to the appeal of this rural Sussex County setting.
Could replace mobile with new, or doublewide. Location near DEL TECH
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$472 (−0.6%)
$33,900 + $137,250
$171,150
2025
$475 (+1.1%)
$33,900 + $137,250
$171,150
2024
$470 (+0.2%)
$33,900 + $137,250
$171,150
2023
$469 (+4.2%)
$1,650 + $15,600
$17,250
2022
$450 (+8.1%)
$1,650 + $15,600
$17,250
2019
$417 (+2.3%)
$1,650 + $15,600
$17,250
2018
$407 (−0.7%)
$1,650 + $15,600
$17,250
2017
$410 (+9.3%)
$1,650 + $15,600
$17,250
2016
$375 (+0.3%)
$1,650 + $15,600
$17,250
2014
$374
$1,650 + $15,600
$17,250
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,440
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,440
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
231-15.00-4.09
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
AR-1
Agricultural Residential District
The purpose of these districts is to provide for a full range of agricultural activities and to protect agricultural lands, as one of the county's most valuable natural resources, from the depreciating effect of objectional, hazardous and unsightly uses. They should also protect established agricultural operations and activities. These districts are also intended for protection of watersheds, water resources, forest areas and scenic values and, at the same time, to provide for low-density single-family residential development, together with such churches, recreational facilities and accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with residential surroundings. The AR regulations seek to prevent untimely scattering of more-dense urban uses, which should be confined to areas planned for efficient extension of public services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Recreation-Other
Veterinary clinic
Agriculture
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Georgetown, DE • 19947
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.3 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
5.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 23597 Raccoon Ditch Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $297,000 and $405,000.
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