Looking for a quiet country locale ? This 3 bedroom, 2 and 1/2 bath custom built ranch is situated on a . 65 acre lot west of Dover. There is ample storage in the walk up attic and oversized two car side turned garage. The family room has a woodstove that will keep you nice and toasty on those chilly nights. The dining room and living room boast hardwood floors . In the kitchen you will find an island and an ample amount of counterspace . The breakfast room with bay window gets plenty of sunshine and overlooks your spacious backyard.
Don't miss seeing this custom built ranch with expandable 2nd floor. Home sits on 1/2 acre lot and has oversized 2-car garage. The front porch welcomes you to entry foyer exposing family room with wood burning fireplace. The formal living room and large dining room, both with beautiful hardwood floors, offer great areas for gatherings. The large country kitchen has an island with breakfast bar and lots of counter space for all your holiday cooking. The sun-lit breakfast room with bay window overlooks the large back yard with above ground pool. Country living at its best!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,240 (+5.8%)
$64,600 + $291,700
$356,300
2025
$2,117 (+3.5%)
$64,600 + $291,700
$356,300
2024
$2,046 (+71.9%)
$64,600 + $291,700
$356,300
2023
$1,190 (+4.9%)
$64,600 + $291,700
$356,300
2022
$1,135 (−3.5%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2021
$1,175 (+4.7%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2020
$1,122 (−22.1%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2019
$1,440 (+9.4%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2018
$1,317 (+1.7%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2017
$1,295 (−0.3%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2015
$1,299 (−3.7%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2012
$1,349 (+3.4%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2011
$1,304
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
Tax history for 5217 Mahan Corner Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,240 (+5.8%)
$64,600 + $291,700
$356,300
2025
$2,117 (+3.5%)
$64,600 + $291,700
$356,300
2024
$2,046 (+71.9%)
$64,600 + $291,700
$356,300
2023
$1,190 (+4.9%)
$64,600 + $291,700
$356,300
2022
$1,135 (−3.5%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2021
$1,175 (+4.7%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2020
$1,122 (−22.1%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2019
$1,440 (+9.4%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2018
$1,317 (+1.7%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2017
$1,295 (−0.3%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2015
$1,299 (−3.7%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2012
$1,349 (+3.4%)
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
2011
$1,304
$6,500 + $50,200
$56,700
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
148 ft.
Lot depth
189 ft.
Lot size
0.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,244
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
9-00-089.00-02-08.02-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 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
Mar 24, 2026 • Active
Residential
Construct a new pole building.
ADU
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
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $50,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Building Name: NONE
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 148.00 x 189.07
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $6,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,244
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $188
School Tax: $1,443
Tax Assessed Value: $56,700
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,631
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic, Gravity Sept Fld
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: CAPITAL
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From Rt 8 west turn left on 1st State Rd, left on Mahan Corner. Home is on the right
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,244
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 9-00-089.00-02-08.02-000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hartly Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 4.6mi
5/10
Dover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.6mi
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Lifestyle
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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 103° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Marydel, DE • 19964
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$353,000 – $428,000
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