Hidden behind roughly 1,200 feet of mature arborvitae, this gated estate of approximately 27 acres combines a 4 bedroom 3.5 bth main residence w/ a 2 car attached garage and 4 car detached garage. A guest house built in 2023 which is 2 bed, 2bth and a stone-front professional office also built in 2023 can be converted to another dwelling, as well as a complete equestrian and livestock facility, all inside one perimeter fence with two separate gated entrances. The main residence offers hardwood floors, a two-story foyer, a formal dining room and a two-story recreation room with a floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace. The chef’s kitchen features a Wolf double oven and six-burner range with griddle, full-size commercial refrigeration, an island ice maker and heated tile floors. The first-floor primary suite includes a custom walk-in closet and a spa bath with heated floors and a dual-head shower. Outside: a gunite pool with automatic cover, hot tub, outdoor fireplace and a one-acre fenced pond with lighted fountains, an island and a bridge. The guest house is leased month to month. The office has a reception area, conference room, two private offices, kitchen and full bath. Equestrian and ag improvements include a five-stall barn with tack room, covered heavy-use pad with handling equipment, seven pastures with heated automatic waterers, a large clear-span storage building and a two-story barn. Two wells, two 22 kW generators, two owned propane tanks, two electric services and two fiber internet lines provide full redundancy. New HVAC and electrical panels in 2025. Preserved land on one side and thousand acre marsh behind. Enjoy ATV trail, access to hunting stands and also access to C & D Canal for duck hunting. All the garages and buildings are operated by MyQ and the entire estate is paved from one gate to another. Almost maintenance free with a cattle operator who grazes the pastures in exchange for grounds maintenance and he may stay for new owner. (Cattle do not convey with sale) Appointment only. Two parcels being sold together.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
12.81 acresLot Size
$906Price/Sq.Ft.
6 car garageParking
Listed by Gina McCollum Crowder• RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin
Back on the market! Home is need of complete renovation! There is nothing left in this home. The home was removed of everything! including some of the ducts. This is an investors dream. Cash purchase or 203K loan only!
BRIGHT MLS #DENC131106
May 25, 2007
Sold
$725,000
$210/sq ft
Apr 13, 2007
Listing Removed
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Nov 6, 2006
Listed
$725,000
$210/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC345012
May 18, 2005
Listing Removed
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Apr 19, 2005
Listed
$699,900
$203/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 21, 2001
Sold
$450,000
$130/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC220070
Jul 14, 2001
Listing Removed
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Jun 21, 2001
Listed
$450,000
$130/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC398272
Dec 20, 2000
Listed
$525,000
$152/sq ft
Dec 20, 2000
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Mar 1, 1988
Sold
$47,200
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,999 (+65.4%)
$412,600 + $644,300
$1,056,900
2024
$4,836 (+10.3%)
$412,600 + $644,300
$1,056,900
2023
$4,384 (−4.6%)
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2022
$4,597
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2021
$4,597 (−0.7%)
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2020
$4,628 (+0.2%)
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2019
$4,619 (+1.9%)
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2018
$4,533 (+7.1%)
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2017
$4,233 (+11.9%)
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2016
$3,783
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2015
$3,784
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2014
$3,786 (+1.4%)
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2013
$3,734 (+11.3%)
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
2012
$3,356
$27,700 + $117,300
$145,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
626 ft.
Lot depth
1 ft.
Lot size
12.81 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,450
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,450
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1300400035
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
S
Suburban District
This district permits a wide range of residential uses. This district includes all the newly developing areas designated as growth areas in the Comprehensive Development Plan.; This district permits moderate to high density development and a full range of residential uses in a manner consistent with providing a high quality suburban character. Significant areas of open space and/or landscaping shall be provided to maintain the balance between green space and buildings that characterize suburban character. The highest densities are permitted in designed communities, hamlets and villages through the use of Smart Code techniques.; This district is not intended to be used for fully developed areas. Fully developed areas are zoned Neighborhood Conservation (NC). The Suburban District is used for in-fill tracts containing at least 5 acres or where New Castle County seeks to redevelop the area to suburban character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 42-56% chance 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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 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
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Middletown. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.1 hrs
6.8 hrs
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