Nestled in the heart of Harbeson, Delaware, this 0.69-acre parcel on Short Road offers a rare blend of rural tranquility and coastal proximity. Positioned just minutes from the vibrant beaches of Lewes and Rehoboth, this property is an ideal foundation for your custom home. Much of the heavy lifting has already been completed, as the lot features a site evaluation and a mound septic design already on file, significantly streamlining your building process.
Vacant landProperty Type
0.69 acresLot Size
$121,739Price/Acres
Listed by Russell Griffin• Keller Williams Realty
•302-856-1458 (broker)
Listed by Bogi Szabo• Keller Williams Realty
•302-360-0300 (broker)
•steve@srarealty.com (broker)
Bought with Khalilah Ling• Crown Homes Real Estate
A MUST SEE. .. Beautiful and ideal describes this serene and buildable wooded property located in the quaint and charming town of Harbeson. You will enjoy laid-back living nestled in your Shangrila, but when you're ready for adventure, you will have easy access to Route 1. You will be close to Delaware's beautiful resort towns, beaches, boardwalks, fine restaurants, boating, fishing, and events. You can be as busy as you want to be or as peaceful as you can be off the beaten track.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
150 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
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Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Sussex County
APN
234-04.00-10.18
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jun 30, 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
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Lot Information
Lot Features: Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 150.00 x 200.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Current Use: Vacant
Possible Use: Residential
Wooded Acres: 0.69
Farm Information
Land Area Source: Estimated
Farm Land Preservation: No
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $15
School Tax: $139
Tax Assessed Value: $3,000
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $155
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer Septic: Mound System, Site Evaluation on File
Water Source: Well Required
Location
School Information
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
Directions: Heading East on Rt 9 toward Harbeson, Turn right on Harbeson Rd. Turn Right on Rust Rd, then Left on Short Rd. Property on the Left. Sign Posted
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 234-04.00-10.18
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Georgetown Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 6.3mi
6/10
Georgetown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.3mi
5/10
Sussex Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
3/10
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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
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 17 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
Harbeson, DE • 19951
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
27/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
2.8 hrs
1.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$93,000 – $112,000
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