DRASTIC PR$CE REDUCTION, $10,000!!! ACREAGE - SUBDIVISION POSSIBLE!!! Back on the Market due to Buyer Financing issues. Nice well-kept Ranch Home on (almost) secluded 4.2 acres landscape with mature trees in Lake Forest School District. Norman G. Wilder Wildlife Preserve is right around the corner. Brick front and Vinyl Siding with new Architectural Grade Roof Shingles in 2019 and new gutter guards make for easy maintenance. This home boasts 2,352 sq. ft of living area with 3 BR & 2 Full Bath's. Home faces W. Evens Rd. where the 1 car garage can be entered. The long side of the lot extends along Firetower Rd. , and the rear property extends all the way to Kersey Rd. where there is 145' frontage. The land is level and cleared except for about a half-acre or that connects to Kersey Rd. The uniqueness of this property is that there is frontage on "3" State Maintained Roads. Subdivision IS possible, but that is up to the new owner. The driveway is connected to the neighbors for convenience only but not a shared driveway. This home can be entered through the Breezeway or the Sun Porch in the front or one of three doors in the back. Living Room #1 has beautiful Pine Tongue & Groove walls and a propane Brick Fireplace (non-functional). Hardwood Floors under carpet. The kitchen is entered through the L. R. or the side door through the Breezeway. The kitchen was recently upgraded to quartz countertops, with DBL SS sink and new Designer Faucet with pull out sprayer, soft close cabinet doors and drawers, under counter lighting, tile flooring and an electric window shade. The second Living Room is 17' X 28' and located down the hallway on the other side of the house. It could be considered a Great Room, but it is just too cozy for that designation. The main BR has 2 closets. Both Full Baths have Step-in Showers. Two (2) additional BR's offer plenty of room. Also, off the hallway between the 2 LR's is a 9' X 10' Office with built-in shelving, and across the hall is a closet with more built-in shelving. The Laundry Room is located in the rear of the home and is where a Whole House Vacuum Unit attached to the wall, and also where the heating system is located. This room is where a lift-up access door to the crawl space. Want to just sit and enjoy the beautiful scenery? This home has an awesome 25' X 5.5' Sun Porch on the front of home facing open fields and tree lined borders. Has upgraded Sliding Windows and Screens. Something you don't see much anymore is a Breezeway (27' X 8') separating the house from the garage. A perfect place for showing off plants and flowers. Entrance to the over-sized single garage with overhead door opener, is through the Breezeway. Plenty of storage and a workbench area here where previous owner did woodworking. There is also PVC duct work that was used for sanders that could easily be restored to usable. Two (2) large sheds located in the rear yard. The largest shed is 25' X 17' with a concrete floor, electric, and a DBL door in the front and a large side door for mower entrance. Shed #2 is also good size, 10' X 16'. Due to the size and the location of the land frontage on Firetower Rd. , Subdivision is a go of at least one lot, possibly more. A very unique property. * PLEASE NOTE: A new Septic System & Well HAS BEEN INSTALLED and CERTIFIED just a few months ago! Inherited Property so being sold "As-Is". No Must Sell Contingencies accepted! As we know, acreage and buildable, clear land is scarce these days. Possibilities are limitless so put this unique property on your tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
4.2 acresLot Size
$179Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ken Pennington• Century 21 Harrington Realty, Inc
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Market trends in 19979, DE
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
76.9%
13.0% MoM
Median sale price
$230K
$185K MoM
Avg. days on market
200d
66 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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1 MoM
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Sale history for 1172 W Evens Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2011846
May 5, 2023
Sold
$375,000
$159/sq ft
Mar 17, 2023
Pending
—
Feb 20, 2023
Price Changed
$375,000
$159/sq ft
Feb 7, 2023
Relisted
—
Nov 23, 2022
Contingent
—
Oct 31, 2022
Pending
—
Oct 27, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Jul 18, 2022
Listed
$385,000
$164/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,615 (+25.7%)
$143,200 + $266,700
$409,900
2024
$1,284 (+4.4%)
$143,200 + $266,700
$409,900
2023
$1,230 (+82.0%)
$143,200 + $206,400
$349,600
2022
$676 (+4.6%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2021
$647 (−3.9%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2020
$673 (−0.2%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2019
$674 (+1.7%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2018
$663 (−6.0%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2017
$706 (+12.6%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2015
$627 (−23.7%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2012
$822 (+3.1%)
$11,900 + $38,600
$50,500
2011
$797
$11,900 + $38,600
$50,500
Tax history for 1172 W Evens Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,615 (+25.7%)
$143,200 + $266,700
$409,900
2024
$1,284 (+4.4%)
$143,200 + $266,700
$409,900
2023
$1,230 (+82.0%)
$143,200 + $206,400
$349,600
2022
$676 (+4.6%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2021
$647 (−3.9%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2020
$673 (−0.2%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2019
$674 (+1.7%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2018
$663 (−6.0%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2017
$706 (+12.6%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2015
$627 (−23.7%)
$11,900 + $39,100
$51,000
2012
$822 (+3.1%)
$11,900 + $38,600
$50,500
2011
$797
$11,900 + $38,600
$50,500
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,352
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
7-00-119.00-02-04.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
AR
GROWTH ZONE OVERLAY DISTRICT
Agricultural Residential District
The purpose of the AR Agricultural Residential District is to: Provide for a wide range of agricultural use and farm-related services while providing for low-density residential development in areas that are rural in character and where farming may not be the optimum land use activity; Loster environmentally sound development in areas of environmental concern; Allow for a variety of low-density planned residential and cluster developments in a rural setting; and Serve as a transitional buffer zone between agricultural and residential uses.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Oct 30, 2024 • Final
Residential
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Tile, Vinyl
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Stall Shower, Store/Office, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments
Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main, No Stairs
# of Floors In Unit: 1
Improvement Assessed Value: $37,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Builder Name: N/A
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
# of Levels (Total): 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding, Brick
Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
Main Entrance Orientation: South
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Breezeway, Enclosed, Porch(es)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Building Not Winterized
Exterior Information
Outbuilding(s)
Lot Information
Lot Features: Additional Lot(s), Cleared, Corner, Front Yard, Level, Landscaping, Not In Development, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Rural, SideYard(s), Subdivision Possible, No Thru Street, Flag, Crops Reserved
Lot Size Dimensions: 200 X 900 +
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Additional Parcels Description: Home sits on an estimated 1 acre, and the 3 acres behind the home can possibly be subdivided. Please see attached documents.
Land Assessed Value: $11,900
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,352
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: $169
School Tax: $902
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $51,000
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,071
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Baseboard - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Bottled Gas, Electric, Oil, Propane
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Phone Available, Propane, Water Available, Sewer Available
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
High School: LAKE FOREST
School District Name: LAKE FOREST
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Firetower Rd.
Directions: South on U. S. 13 towards Canterbury, right on Evens Rd. Head west on Evens Rd. , last house on the right before Firetower Rd.
Entry Floor Number: 1
Location Type: Rural
Road Responsibility: State
Road Frontage Length: 200
Road Surface Type: Black Top, Approved
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,352
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 7-00-119.00-02-04.00-000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lake Forest North Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
Chipman (W.T.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.6mi
4/10
Lake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
5/10
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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
0.31% 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
71% 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
Viola, DE • 19979
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
4.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$401,000 – $486,000
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