Country Living w/ the comforts of nearby shopping & major routes! This cozy, beautiful & updated 3Br home situated on a full acre lot offers updated ductless/split system elec heating throughout, 100 yr guaranteed roof, newer septic sys (only 9 yrs old), 6-panel colonial doors & other great decor updates! Tucked back off the rd, this home has a nice size front yard w/ plenty of mature trees for added shade & privacy, an extra long driveway for plenty of off street parking & brick paver walkway to the front door. Entry at multi-use room currently split as a home office area & relaxed TV/living room, offering fresh neutral paint, new plush carpet, great natural light, lighted ceiling fan & opens to the Great Room & Kitchen making this main floor area a wonderful open floor plan great for entertaining or day to day! The Great Room features 2-sty ceiling, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, crown molding, new carpet & fresh paint, full wall stone/slate surround fireplace w/ wood stove insert (heats the WHOLE house!), unique iron circular staircase to the 2nd fl & extra wide opening to the main Kitchen area where you'll appreciate the ample counter space & cabinet storage, recessed lights, natural wood look lam fls, same great neutral fresh paint, matching appls, center island & spacious breakfast room featuring cathedral ceiling, double wide laundry closet, extra storage closet, great natural light & convenient side exist to driveway! Both Brs 2 & 3 on the main floor offer neutral carpet & paint, lighted ceiling fans, oversized/deep closets & great natural light w/ extra deep windowsills. The main full bath has been updated as well, featuring wood-look laminate fls, neutral paint, tub/shower, newer vanity sink & a huge linen closet! Upstairs, owners currently using as the Master Br, offering recessed lighting, berber carpet, lighted ceiling fan, huge double closet storage & a great master sitting area! The lg flat backyard presents lots of options, has a 2-sty barn for lots of storage, great views, horse pasture next door & local birdwatch nearby! Take advantage of the peaceful country living, Woodland Beach just 10 mins away, dock & Boat slips just 5 mins away, wildlife reserve & lottery hunting for the avid outdoorsman too! This home is truly move-in ready and has much to offer its new owner both in update/improvements as well as location being rural yet super convenient to major Routes, shopping, dining, entertaining & nature at its best! Put this great home on your next tour! See it! Love it! Buy it!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$207Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Steve Freebery• Empower Real Estate, LLC
•302-738-2300 (broker)
•vicki@kwempower.com (broker)
Listed by Karen Freebery• Empower Real Estate, LLC
LIKE NEW! TOTALLY RENOVATED INSIDE AND OUT! Situated on 1-ACRE, NON-DEVELOPMENT surrounded by a horse farm you will find this beautiful and charming home. Spacious country kitchen with recessed paneled oak cabinetry, recessed lighting, laminate flooring throughout the kitchen, hall, and bath. Nice and neutral decor. Relax in front of the cozy stone-surround woodstove with raised hearth. The spiral staircase leads upstairs to a bright open loft area/main bedroom. Rough plumbing has been run to the second level for future 2nd bath. This home also offers an attached shed and a detached 2-story block building for added storage. A Must See!
Public Records
Mar 28, 2002
Sold
$55,000
$30/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1986
Sold
$35,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,513 (+66.7%)
$106,000 + $205,800
$311,800
2024
$908 (−8.5%)
$106,000 + $205,800
$311,800
2023
$992 (−0.5%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2022
$997 (+1.2%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2021
$985 (+10.9%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2020
$889 (−0.4%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2019
$893 (+2.2%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2018
$873 (+2.7%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2017
$851 (−1.1%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2016
$860 (−0.3%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2015
$863 (+5.5%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2014
$818 (+9.2%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2013
$749 (+3.9%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2012
$721
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
Tax history for 656 Paddock Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,513 (+66.7%)
$106,000 + $205,800
$311,800
2024
$908 (−8.5%)
$106,000 + $205,800
$311,800
2023
$992 (−0.5%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2022
$997 (+1.2%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2021
$985 (+10.9%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2020
$889 (−0.4%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2019
$893 (+2.2%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2018
$873 (+2.7%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2017
$851 (−1.1%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2016
$860 (−0.3%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2015
$863 (+5.5%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2014
$818 (+9.2%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2013
$749 (+3.9%)
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
2012
$721
$11,000 + $27,600
$38,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
162 ft.
Lot depth
276 ft.
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,900
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1501700017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted
Interior Features: Dining Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $27,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade
Roof: Pitched, Metal
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Barn/Farm Building
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 162X276
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $11,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,862
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $38,600
Tax Year: 2017
Tax Annual Amount: $851
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Electric, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV
Water Source: Well
Location
Location Information
Cross Street: EAGLES NEST
Directions: Rt 13 to Black Diamond Rd. Follow to left on Paddock Rd. Home on Left after crossing Eagles Nest Landing Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,900
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1501700017
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
North Smyrna Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 3.8mi
9/10
Smyrna Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
5/10
Smyrna High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
75% 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
Smyrna, DE • 19977
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the
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4.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$366,000 – $443,000
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