Welcome to 1876 Choptank Road in Middletown! This is one of the most unique homes offered on the market today! PAVED DRIVEWAY TO BE ADDED once home is under contract! This is a 4,925 square custom built home! The details and upgrades put into this home are remarkable! This is one for the books, and a must see! There is NO HOA, no subdivision, and it sits on 3.40 acres of beautiful open space! You can enjoy the sunrise or sunset from either the covered front porch, or covered back porch! You can cool off on a nice sunny day with the ceiling fans and custom built swing. The front entrance is impressive, with the massive entryway, exposed wooden beams/posts, farmhouse lighting, and the beautiful custom built ProVia Amish built French Doors! The view as you enter this home is something out of a magazine! The living room is simply breathtaking with the soaring two story ceilings, abundance of windows, and the incredible fireplace! The two story wood burning fireplace/stove is a custom German Schmear, with a wrap around wooden mantel, custom wrapped Pine stained shiplap, and wrapped/raised hearth! You will not have an issue deciding where your furniture will go in this living room, the options are endless! The farmhouse style kitchen has quartz countertops, Reico white Park Place cabinets (with soft closed doors/drawers and crown molding), under the cabinet lighting, black hardware, subway tile backsplash, accented natural wood cabinets on the island, Hood Merillat Masterpiece in Rustic Alder, porcelain farmhouse sink, pot filler faucet, black stainless Samsung appliances, the double oven is wifi compatible, touch screen GE cooktop, dutch door pantry, and under the stairs storage (can be used as a second pantry). There is a sitting nook just off of the kitchen, with shiplap walls. The primary bedroom/bathroom is located on the main level, with a model home style black accent wall, and a sliding barn door leading into the bathroom. The bathroom has beautiful subway tile surround walls (with dark grout), tiled shower floor, frameless glass shower door with black hardware, double bowl vanity, and beautifully designed tile flooring in the bathroom. You can access the walk-in closet through the bathroom. The main level also provides a second bedroom, a large office, a second full bathroom, and laundry room. Head up the pine stair case (with it's custom iron stair railings) to the second level for a breathtaking view of the living room! There you will find a peaceful loft that would be a perfect reading nook! There is a HUGE bonus room, that could easily be transformed into an additional bedroom, second sitting room, playroom, home schooling area, gym, or so much more! The third and fourth bedrooms have their own, full bathrooms, sliding barn doors, ceiling fans, and wood floors. This home is equipped with ceiling fans in each bedroom, a plethora of recessed lighting, a 100 gallon propane tankless water heater, and two zoned (two ton) HVAC systems (which is energy efficient and utility bills are extremely low)! THE AVERAGE ELECTRIC BILL IS $120 A MONTH! The entire home has plastic encased water-proofing behind all drywall, foam insulation, foam insulation in the ceilings, and a thicker gauge metal roof, which provides a better warranty! Last but not least, a Lancaster Amish built shed! If you are looking for a beautiful home in the Appoquinimink School District, with no restrictions, and land for all of your outdoor fun, this is the one!! They are not making anymore land, so get your own slice of happiness here, while it is available! Be in just in time to enjoy the warmer months ahead!
*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
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,925
Year built
2020
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1301700148
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 8
Driveway - # of Spaces: 8
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater, Water Heater - High-Efficiency, Water Heater - Tankless
Door Features: Double Entry, Insulated, French
Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Not Furnished
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, 2 Story Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, High
Lot Features: Cleared, Front Yard, Level, Not In Development, Open, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $15,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 4,925
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $1,430
School Tax: $4,624
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $173,100
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $6,054
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Tankless, Propane
Sewer Septic: Low Pressure Pipe (LPP)
Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Phone Available, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From Newark, S College Ave becomes Summit Bridge Rd/DE-896. Turn right onto Bethel Church Rd/DE-15. Enter next roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Choptank Rd/DE-15. Pass through 1 roundabout. 1876 Choptank Rd, Middletown, DE 19709-9648, 1876 CHOPTANK RD is on the left.
Location Type: Rural
Road Responsibility: Private
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,925
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2020
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1301700148
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bunker Hill Elementary School
Public 1-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
7/10
Meredith (Everett) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
5/10
Appoquinimink High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% 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
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Middletown, DE • 19709
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$984,000 – $1.19M
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