If you're looking for a home with historic character and charm, you want to see 1061 Red Lion Rd. This two bedroom one bathroom house was a school house circa 1840! Now, the charm of the high ceilings, warm cozy bedrooms, and the almost two acres of land will give the new owners a place to build their own memories. There is a detached two car garage that gives a large amount of space for cars and a workshop. You have to see this property to be able to just soak in the beautiful land and all that it offers. Sit on the deck and watch the wildlife, listen to the wind in the trees, and just absorb the beauty. This sweet home has a den off the back that adds living space to this quaint home. Set up your showing today. This will not last.
Single-familyProperty Type
1840Year Built
1.75 acresLot Size
$242Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Heidi Nequist• BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
•302-999-9999 (broker)
•gail.renulfi@foxroach.com (broker)
Listed by Cammy Jamison• BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
•302-999-9999 (broker)
•gail.renulfi@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Kevin Hensley• RE/MAX Premier Properties
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.75 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,326
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1004900126
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Detached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $27,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $16,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,325
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $361
School Tax: $1,034
Tax Assessed Value: $43,900
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $1,396
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2018
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: GUNNING BEDFORD
High School: WILLIAM PENN
School District Name: COLONIAL
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Take Rt 71 to Red Lion Rd to 1061
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,326
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.75 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1004900126
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
5/10
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
3/10
Penn (William) High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
2/10
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% 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
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
New Castle, DE • 19720
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$305,000 – $369,000
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