Discover this rare opportunity to purchase a large piece of land in the peaceful setting you've been looking for! 461 Hartly Rd is a cleared 11.3 acre parcel in farm preservation with a charming farmhouse and multiple outbuildings, owned by one family since 1925. Recently tied into public sewer, the vacant and historic home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and two enclosed porches. There is a 3 bay 26'x22' detached garage, a massive 310'x22' historic chicken house with multiple bays, and a 46'x24' pole building all awaiting opportunity. Bring your vision and/or animals to this scenic homestead awaiting it's new owner. Schedule a private tour to experience everything this gem has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
11.3 acresLot Size
$208Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jenna LaFermine• Burns & Ellis Realtors
•302-674-4220 (broker)
•info@burnsandellis.com (broker)
Bought with Lorena Testardi• Tesla Realty Group, LLC
Est. $2,190 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 461 Hartly Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2046898
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$345,000
$208/sq ft
Sep 3, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 10, 2026
Price Changed
$395,000
$238/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Listed
$425,000
$256/sq ft
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Discover this rare opportunity to purchase a large piece of land in the peaceful setting you've been looking for! 461 Hartly Rd is a cleared 11.3 acre parcel in farm preservation with a charming farmhouse and multiple outbuildings, owned by one family since 1925. Recently tied into public sewer, the vacant and historic home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and two enclosed porches. There is a 3 bay 26'x22' detached garage, a massive 310'x22' historic chicken house with multiple bays, and a 46'x24' pole building all awaiting opportunity. Bring your vision and/or animals to this scenic homestead awaiting it's new owner. Schedule a private tour to experience everything this gem has to offer.
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2046632
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$345,000
$208/sq ft
Sep 3, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 10, 2026
Price Changed
$395,000
$238/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Listed
$425,000
$256/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2035594
Dec 25, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Mar 13, 2025
Price Changed
$589,900
$355/sq ft
Mar 12, 2025
Listed
$489,900
$295/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2033804
Dec 25, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Mar 12, 2025
Price Changed
$589,900
$355/sq ft
Dec 16, 2024
Listed
$599,000
$361/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2033834
Dec 25, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jun 11, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Mar 12, 2025
Price Changed
$589,900
$355/sq ft
Dec 16, 2024
Listed
$599,000
$361/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,422 (+5.6%)
$56,300 + $163,600
$219,900
2025
$1,347 (+3.4%)
$56,300 + $163,600
$219,900
2024
$1,303 (+46.9%)
$56,300 + $163,600
$219,900
2023
$886 (+3.3%)
$56,300 + $163,600
$219,900
2022
$858
$8,400 + $20,300
$28,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
11.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
9-00-063.00-02-61.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 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
Jun 16, 2024 • Final
Agricultural
Demolish a chicken house located near the road.
Demolition
Jan 8, 2024 • Active
Agricultural
Demolish a chicken house and a barn.
Demolition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Sq. Ft.: 616
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Oversized, Garage - Front Entry, Covered Parking, Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 8
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Driveway - # of Spaces: 5
Paved Driveway, Private, Surface
Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 9
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 670
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Horse: Yes
Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed, Stable(s)
Improvement Assessed Value: $163,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Building Name: NONE
Construction Materials: Block, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Main Entrance Orientation: South
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Barn, Barn/Farm Building, Barn/Stable, Corn Barn, Garage(s)
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $56,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,660
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 670
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $125
School Tax: $1,166
Tax Assessed Value: $219,900
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,303
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Rental Information
Total Actual Rent: $1,760
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: CAPITAL
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From Rt 8 and Forrest Ave heading West, go through the Royal Farms light and make the next immediate Right onto Hartly Rd. Continue West approximately 3 miles on Hartly Rd. #461 driveway on Right, just after the Antique Store.
Location Type: Rural
Road Responsibility: State
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,440
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 11.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 9-00-063.00-02-61.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hartly Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Dover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
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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
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
68% 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
Hartly, DE • 19953
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Hartly. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$375,000 – $454,000
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