Located in Laurel, Delaware, this poultry farm consists of two (2) 42' x 500' poultry houses built in 1996, totaling 42,000 square feet of growing space. The farm previously grew 7 week birds for Mountaire but is currently out of production, with the last flock leaving in February 2026. Each house is equipped with eight (8) 54" tunnel fans, two (2) 48" exhaust fans, and two (2) 36" exhaust fans, all Vortex fiberglass. The houses feature a combination of radiant pancake heaters and box heaters, along with new solid sidewalls, insulation, and plywood. Additional improvements include new Rotem controllers located in the pump house, cooling pads approximately three years old, and nipple drinkers approximately six years old. The tunnel curtains and all exterior doors are reported to be in good condition. The farm is equipped with a 60 kW generator and one 4" well. Two additional 2" wells are present but are not operational. Numerous spare poultry house parts and supplies are included in the sale, including louvers, Ziggity pipes, cooling pads, regulators, and other equipment. The property does not currently have an approved septic perc, although the soils appear favorable for potential perc approval, subject to soil testing and regulatory approval.
Approx. 60 acres with 2 pivot irrigation systems & storage barn. Land is in "farmland preservation, " and 8% of the land can be disturbed for improvements (residence, poultry houses, shops, etc. ) Parcel has been approved for 5 poultry houses (66'x560') or 9 poultry houses (40'x500').
BRIGHT MLS #1001158388
Aug 18, 2014
Listing Removed
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Sep 17, 2013
Listed
$44,000
BRIGHT MLS #1001064582
Dec 5, 2012
Listing Removed
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Dec 5, 2007
Listed
$55,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000995300
May 13, 2009
Sold
$420,000
Mar 13, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jan 4, 2007
Listed
$999,900
BRIGHT MLS #1001062164
Jun 11, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jun 9, 2006
Listed
$84,900
BRIGHT MLS #1001381286
Aug 7, 2006
Listing Removed
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Mar 16, 2006
Listed
$89,900
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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363 ft.
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Vacant Land
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Sussex County
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Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Laurel. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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