Mark Twain said "Buy land, they ain't making it any more" Here's your opportunity to own 22.83 acres in Corner Ketch area of Newark, Delaware. Rarely does a large, family owned parcel of this size become availabe in this area and when it does, it is as rare as a 22 carat diamond! Corner Ketch is located adjacent to Pike Creek Valley, which offers numerous shopping areas, within 10 minutes of the University of Delaware. and minutes from the White Clay Creek Preserve. The offering consists of a custom built brick ranch house with an oversized 2 car garage (can fit 4 cars), large two bay farm building for equipment storage and an oversized walk in shed. The front of the parcel is open pasture and has been farmed with hay. The rear part of the property is wooded and a creek is located at the rear of the property. This porperty can be an ideal investment for the discerning buyer looking for privacy and convenience and who wants to build their custom home in an idyllis setting. Although not subdivided, the possibilities to do so exist and offer an opportunity for future income. Imagine building your dream home nesled in the woods offering mazimum privacy! Please do not access the property without an appointment. Dogs on premises.
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
22.83 acresLot Size
$835Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jerry Strusowski• BHHS Fox & Roach-Kennett Sq
•610-444-9090 (broker)
•jerry.strusowski@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Craig Schwartz• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Rarely available, 22.83 acres plus custom built ranch home in Corner Ketch, Newark, DE 19711. This beautiful parcel of rolling pasture and wooded area offers many uses, including mini-farm, ideally suited for horses or if you are just looking for acres of privacy in a convenient location. The brick ranch home is custom built and offers hardwood floors throughout, wood burning brick wall to wall fireplace, sunroom/Florida Room, huge formal Living and Dining rooms, large updated kitchen, huge master suite with triple closets, two additional large bedrooms, full basement with receation room, full walk up attic, two bay garge under large enough to fit four cars. There is also a huge farm storage garage and open walk in stables. Subdivision into smaller parcels is possible but property will not be sold subject to subdivision. Shown by appointment only. Please do not access the property without an appointment. Dogs on premises.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,716 (+125.7%)
$574,500 + $593,300
$1,167,800
2024
$3,419
$574,500 + $593,300
$1,167,800
Tax history for 835 Doe Run Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,716 (+125.7%)
$574,500 + $593,300
$1,167,800
2024
$3,419
$574,500 + $593,300
$1,167,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Zoning
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22.83 Acres
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Ranch
County
New Castle County
APN
0802300001
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
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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.
Directions: Rt 72 to Corner Ketch Rd, right on Doe Run, property is on the left. From Hockessin, take Little Baltimore Rd, trun left on DOe Run Rd, property will e on te right.
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Lot Size: 22.83 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0802300001
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
5/10
Shue-Medill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
3/10
Newark High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 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
Newark, DE • 19711
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.75M – $2.11M
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