This spacious 5 bedroom, 3 1/2 bathroom home with over 3,000 square feet of living space sits on approximately 3.42 +/- acres of land and is perfect for all horse enthusiasts. The front porch welcomes guests and features an antique door. Inside the home you will find formal living and dining rooms in addition to a large family room with wood burning fireplace. The remodeled kitchen is the chef's dream, featuring a large center island with granite countertops, gas cooktop with hood, wall oven and abundant cabinetry. There is additional eating space immediately beyond the kitchen and ample windows overlooking the back yard. There is also a powder room conveniently located on the first floor. The owner's suite is located on the 2nd floor and features a large walk-in closet with custom barn doors in addition to a private balcony overlooking the pastures. The ensuite bathroom features double sinks as well as a custom tile shower with rain head. There are 3 additional secondary bedrooms on the 2nd floor one of which has a private ensuite bathroom. The 3rd floor of the home is where you with find the 5th bedroom. Outside you will find a beautifully designed paver patio as well as a koi pond. The 36x48 barn features 5 stalls, wash bay, tack room and a work room. There are also multiple fenced areas for horses. If you are not an equestrian set your imagination to work and create the space you desire with the acreage. The property features a new septic system that was installed in 2021, and a Generac generator that is less than 3 years old. The house has a new roof that was installed in 2015 and the geothermal system is approximately 10 years old. Schedule your showing of this property today before the opportunity passes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
3.42 acresLot Size
$172Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by SHERRY MITCHELL• INDIAN RIVER LAND CO
•302-934-8818 (broker)
Bought with LUZ A. ESCOBAR• SEA BOVA ASSOCIATES INC.
Attention all horse lovers! Look no further. This spacious 5 bedroom, 3 1/2 bathroom home with over 3,000 square feet of living space sits on approximately 3.42 +/- acres of land and is perfect for all horse enthusiasts. The front porch welcomes guests and features an antique door. Inside you will find formal living and dining rooms in addition to a large family room with wood stove insert in the fireplace. The remodeled kitchen is the chef's dream, featuring a large center island with granite countertops, gas cooktop with hood, wall oven and abundant cabinetry for all of your storage needs. There is additional eating space immediately beyond the kitchen and ample windows overlooking the back yard. There is a powder room conveniently located on the first floor. The owner's suite is located on the 2nd floor and features a large walk-in closet with custom barn doors in addition to a private balcony overlooking the pastures. The ensuite bathroom features double sinks as well as a custom tile shower with rain head. There are 3 additional secondary bedrooms on the 2nd floor one of which has a private ensuite bathroom. The 3rd floor of the home is where you with find the 5th bedroom. Outside you will find a beautifully designed paver patio as well as a koi pond. The 36x48 barn features 5 stalls, wash bay, tack room and a work room. There are also multiple fenced areas for horses. If you are not an equestrian set your imagination to work and create the space you desire with the acreage. The property features a new septic system that was installed within the last year, and a Generac generator that was installed this year as well. The house has a new roof that was installed in 2015 and the geothermal system is approximately 8 years old. Schedule your showing of this property today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,260 (+0.3%)
$53,950 + $239,150
$293,100
2025
$1,257 (−20.7%)
$53,950 + $239,150
$293,100
2024
$1,585 (+0.1%)
$53,950 + $239,150
$293,100
2023
$1,583 (+1.6%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2022
$1,557 (+1.5%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2021
$1,535 (+17.7%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2020
$1,305 (−11.5%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2018
$1,473 (−0.8%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2017
$1,485 (+23.2%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2016
$1,206 (−1.5%)
$4,300 + $30,800
$35,100
2014
$1,224
$4,300 + $30,800
$35,100
Tax history for 28174 Shortly Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,260 (+0.3%)
$53,950 + $239,150
$293,100
2025
$1,257 (−20.7%)
$53,950 + $239,150
$293,100
2024
$1,585 (+0.1%)
$53,950 + $239,150
$293,100
2023
$1,583 (+1.6%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2022
$1,557 (+1.5%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2021
$1,535 (+17.7%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2020
$1,305 (−11.5%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2018
$1,473 (−0.8%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2017
$1,485 (+23.2%)
$4,300 + $33,950
$38,250
2016
$1,206 (−1.5%)
$4,300 + $30,800
$35,100
2014
$1,224
$4,300 + $30,800
$35,100
*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
—
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.42 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,812
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
133-14.00-17.00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 5
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater