If paradise is what you are looking for……. you found it here on this amazing PROTECTED 5.5 acre FARMETTE/HOBBY FARM. The farmhouse was built in 1900 and has been completely renovated with modern day convenience yet keeping the charm and integrity of the farmhouse. You enter the long driveway through an automatic driveway gate that was added in 2020 with more parking that one will ever need. As you enter the home, you will immediately notice the charm and pride the sellers have taken in this 3300 plus square foot farm home. The living room and dining area is light filled showcasing stunning original hardwood flooring, stunning staircase which has been redone, crown molding, chair rails and amazing built in’s. You will absolutely love the appeal of this updated and spacious farm house kitchen. Equipped with all new and present day stainless appliances, new butcher block counter tops, working island, walk in pantry, solid wood cabinetry, under cabinet lighting, new flooring and the list goes on. The kitchen is open to a great space currently used as an office and laundry area with a door that leads out to a beautiful English garden. The main level of this remarkable home has a full in-law-suite with two separate entrances. So spacious and includes a large bedroom, family room, full bath, kitchenette plus an area that can be used as an office or workout room. There are 4 additional bedrooms upstairs plus another full bath. Both bathrooms have been totally re-done from top to bottom this year. New windows throughout the home were installed in 2017. The plumbing and electric have been upgraded in the home. The crawl space has been water proofed and a sump pump was added in 2017. A brand new chimney liner was replaced in 2021. The home has been freshly painted and the original floors have been refinished. There is also new flooring and carpet in the in - law - suite. There are so many upgrades and extras to mention. The exterior boosts many fabulous outbuildings with recent additions throughout the 5.37 acreage. . The pole barn with a run in was just built in September of 2021 making this ideal for someone that had interest in boarding horses. There is plenty of room for 4 stalls plus a tack room plus the area is separately fenced in with new fencing. To the right of the new pole barn there is another acre that can also be fenced in. In addition, in 2020 a Green House was added. Wait until you see the beautiful older out buildings providing tons of storage, work area plus a renovated well house. The septic and drain field was replaced in 2017 and a brand new well, water filter and water softener was installed in 2018. Again, the amenities go on and on ……. .Country living yet close enough to everything. It is very difficult to find a unique property with the acreage this home has. Schedule you appointment today and do not hesitate to call me with additional questions.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
5.27 acresLot Size
$204Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Laurie Ferris• RE/MAX Horizons
•302-678-4300 (broker)
•steve@delawarerealestate.com (broker)
Bought with Jimmy Gilbert• Welcome Home Realty
•302-724-4310 (broker)
•john@liveinde.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2009170
Redfin Estimate
$678,169
$218K since sold in June 2026$31K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 15.5% higher than the average sale price ($587K) of 6 comparable homes.
If paradise is what you are looking for……. you found it here on this amazing PROTECTED 5.5 acre FARMETTE/HOBBY FARM. The farmhouse was built in 1900 and has been completely renovated with modern day convenience yet keeping the charm and integrity of the farmhouse. You enter the long driveway through an automatic driveway gate that was added in 2020 with more parking that one will ever need. As you enter the home, you will immediately notice the charm and pride the sellers have taken in this 3300 plus square foot farm home. The living room and dining area is light filled showcasing stunning original hardwood flooring, stunning staircase which has been redone, crown molding, chair rails and amazing built in’s. You will absolutely love the appeal of this updated and spacious farm house kitchen. Equipped with all new and present day stainless appliances, new butcher block counter tops, working island, walk in pantry, solid wood cabinetry, under cabinet lighting, new flooring and the list goes on. The kitchen is open to a great space currently used as an office and laundry area with a door that leads out to a beautiful English garden. The main level of this remarkable home has a full in-law-suite with two separate entrances. So spacious and includes a large bedroom, family room, full bath, kitchenette plus an area that can be used as an office or workout room. There are 4 additional bedrooms upstairs plus another full bath. Both bathrooms have been totally re-done from top to bottom this year. New windows throughout the home were installed in 2017. The plumbing and electric have been upgraded in the home. The crawl space has been water proofed and a sump pump was added in 2017. A brand new chimney liner was replaced in 2021. The home has been freshly painted and the original floors have been refinished. There is also new flooring and carpet in the in - law - suite. There are so many upgrades and extras to mention. The exterior boosts many fabulous outbuildings with recent additions throughout the 5.37 acreage. . The pole barn with a run in was just built in September of 2021 making this ideal for someone that had interest in boarding horses. There is plenty of room for 4 stalls plus a tack room plus the area is separately fenced in with new fencing. To the right of the new pole barn there is another acre that can also be fenced in. In addition, in 2020 a Green House was added. Wait until you see the beautiful older out buildings providing tons of storage, work area plus a renovated well house. The septic and drain field was replaced in 2017 and a brand new well, water filter and water softener was installed in 2018. Again, the amenities go on and on ……. .Country living yet close enough to everything. It is very difficult to find a unique property with the acreage this home has. Schedule you appointment today and do not hesitate to call me with additional questions.
TREND #6645466
Oct 31, 2016
Sold
$340,000
$102/sq ft
Aug 1, 2016
Pending
—
Jul 25, 2016
Price Changed
$369,900
$111/sq ft
Mar 28, 2016
Price Changed
$399,000
$120/sq ft
Sep 18, 2015
Listed
$429,000
$129/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1002702394
Oct 31, 2016
Sold
$340,000
$102/sq ft
Jul 27, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Sep 18, 2015
Listed
$369,900
$111/sq ft
+9
Peaceful country setting. Well maintained home nestled among farmland preservation properties awaits new owner with appreciation of a vintage home, barns, and open space. House updates include: roof, siding, heater, water softener, new septic and field, bathrooms, three enclosed porches and first floor bedroom addition. There is an in-law suite with eat-in kitchen, 1st floor bedroom, LR, enclosed porch and two 2nd floor BRs. This property is perfect for horses, chickens and a bevy of other farm animals. There are six outbuildings including a large barn, machine shop with heat and electric, and run-in barn. Note: taxes reflect senior discount.
BRIGHT MLS #1007779270
Mar 12, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 2, 2015
Listed
$599,000
$180/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC458470
Jan 16, 1996
Sold
$192,000
$58/sq ft
May 3, 1995
Listed
$192,000
$58/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1990
Sold
$120,000
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,340 (+74.2%)
$179,300 + $376,100
$555,400
2024
$1,343 (−8.5%)
$179,300 + $376,100
$555,400
2023
$1,468 (−0.5%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2022
$1,475 (+1.2%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2021
$1,457 (+10.9%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2020
$1,315 (−0.4%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2019
$1,320 (+2.2%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2018
$1,292 (+2.7%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2017
$1,258 (+454.3%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2016
$227
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
Tax history for 217 Flemings Landing Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,340 (+74.2%)
$179,300 + $376,100
$555,400
2024
$1,343 (−8.5%)
$179,300 + $376,100
$555,400
2023
$1,468 (−0.5%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2022
$1,475 (+1.2%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2021
$1,457 (+10.9%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2020
$1,315 (−0.4%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2019
$1,320 (+2.2%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2018
$1,292 (+2.7%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2017
$1,258 (+454.3%)
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
2016
$227
$15,700 + $41,400
$57,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
SR
Suburban Reserve District
This district is intended to be served with sewer and water in the future and rezoned to Suburban (S) when the sewer construction is imminent. The district is also designed to permit limited development that does not foreclose ultimate sewering of the area. The preservation of large amounts of open space and agricultural land is encouraged in this district and such land may be used for spray irrigation as permitted by this Chapter.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Type: Unfinished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Hot Water
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 4
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 12
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Colonial
Exterior Wall: Asbestos
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Subdivision Name: 217 FLEMINGS LANDING ROAD
Living Sq. Ft: 3,325
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,736
Building Sq. Ft: 3,325
# of Stories: 2
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 229,561
Legal Lot Number: 1
School Tax District: SMYRNA
Municipality Name: BLACKBIRD HUNDRED
Acres: 5.27
Zoning Code: SR
County Use Description: 1 FAM RES-UNPLATTED 5.01-10.0A
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: BLACKBIRD HUNDRED
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,325
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1500800047
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
North Smyrna Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 6.8mi
9/10
Smyrna Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.0mi
5/10
Smyrna High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.3mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
72% 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
Townsend, DE • 19734
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$645,000 – $780,000
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