OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2020 for $730K

$1,678,367

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,186/mo

•

5,289

sq ft

544 Way Rd, Wilmington, DE 19807

About this home

Talk about serenity! The Way House , dating back to 1860 this unique property is meticulously landscaped with a flowing pond and stream bed featuring specimen trees and native plants. Ten of the 12 plus acres have been put in conservancy with the Delaware Nature Society. Once inside the main house is an open floor plan with four levels of living and entertaining spaces plus, a main floor or second floor master suite. All rooms have beautiful views of the countryside from all the large windows and open-air covered porches at each end of the home. A lovely spacious home features high ceilings, tiled and hardwood floors, new carpeting, modern bathrooms, and a large updated kitchen. A gorgeous, private setting plus a massive renovated bank barn make this the ideal place for the car collector or car enthusiast with 4 bay doors, electricity, a walk-up second level, a wine storage or secure room, covered patio and tons of open space for hobbies, work, etc. This is a fantastic property just waiting for you to call Home .

Single-familyProperty Type

1923Year Built

12.26 acresLot Size

$317Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Joseph Penzone • Penzone Realty

•856-227-3004 (broker)

•jpenzone@penzonerealty.com (broker)

Bought with Michael McCullough • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-351-5000 (broker)

•maggie@lnf.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC495626

Redfin Estimate

$1,678,367

$948K since sold in August 2020$8,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 50.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.12M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$1,645,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths6,550 sq ft
1626 Snuff Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$905,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,803 sq ft
2 Walnut Ridge Rd, Wilmington, DE 19807
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$975,000
C
4 beds4 baths4,900 sq ft
112 Juneberry Ct, Hockessin, DE 19707
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$1,485,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths4,518 sq ft
417 Burnt Mill Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
SOLD JAN 20, 2026
$1,100,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths4,129 sq ft
504 Kennett Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
SOLD JUL 29, 2019
$585,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths5,085 sq ft
113 Sparrow Hawk Ln, Chadds Ford, PA 19317

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Market trends in 19807, DE

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.3%

+2.1% MoM

Median sale price

$910K

$30K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

9 MoM

New listings for sale

EARLY ACCESS
$6,500,000
7 beds10 baths17,272 sq ft
17 Summit Ln, Wilmington, DE 19807
$2,490,000
5 beds3.5 baths6,450 sq ft
3314 Breidablik Dr, Wilmington, DE 19807
(302) 368-1621
$935,000
4 beds2.5 baths5,150 sq ft
118 Bellant Cir, Wilmington, DE 19807
(302) 202-9855
$949,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,450 sq ft
24 Downs Dr, Wilmington, DE 19807
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Sale history for 544 Way Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DENC495626

Aug 27, 2020

Sold

$730,000

$138/sq ft

Jul 16, 2020

Pending

—

Jul 7, 2020

Listed

$795,000

$150/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1001203393

Nov 4, 2019

Listing Removed

—

Nov 4, 2019

Relisted

—

Nov 4, 2019

Listing Removed

—

Sep 11, 2019

Relisted

—

Sep 10, 2019

Price Changed

$785,000

$148/sq ft

Sep 9, 2019

Listing Removed

—

Jul 1, 2019

Contingent

—

Sep 19, 2018

Price Changed

$725,000

$137/sq ft

Jun 11, 2018

Price Changed

$789,000

$149/sq ft

Sep 27, 2017

Listed

$890,000

$168/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1007734054

Nov 18, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Nov 21, 2014

Listed

$895,000

$169/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1009246942

Aug 18, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Apr 5, 2011

Listed

$1,295,000

$245/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 18, 1997

Sold

$230,000

$43/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 1, 1994

Sold

$387,100

$73/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$12,102 (+43.7%)

$725,500 + $653,700

$1,379,200

2024

$8,421 (+13.4%)

$725,500 + $653,700

$1,379,200

2023

$7,429 (+9.5%)

$86,300 + $141,600

$227,900

2022

$6,781

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2021

$6,781 (−0.3%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2020

$6,803 (+0.2%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2019

$6,792 (+2.0%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2018

$6,657 (+1.2%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2017

$6,576 (+4.7%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2016

$6,280 (+6.7%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2015

$5,884 (+8.1%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2014

$5,445 (+1.3%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2013

$5,375 (+4.3%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2012

$5,154

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

Tax history for 544 Way Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$12,102 (+43.7%)

$725,500 + $653,700

$1,379,200

2024

$8,421 (+13.4%)

$725,500 + $653,700

$1,379,200

2023

$7,429 (+9.5%)

$86,300 + $141,600

$227,900

2022

$6,781

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2021

$6,781 (−0.3%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2020

$6,803 (+0.2%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2019

$6,792 (+2.0%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2018

$6,657 (+1.2%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2017

$6,576 (+4.7%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2016

$6,280 (+6.7%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2015

$5,884 (+8.1%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2014

$5,445 (+1.3%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2013

$5,375 (+4.3%)

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

2012

$5,154

$86,300 + $119,300

$205,600

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

818 ft.

Lot depth

898 ft.

Lot size

12.26 Acres

Year renovated

2003

Sq. Ft.

5,125

Year built

1923

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

0701100107

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.

Suburban Estate District

This district is not serviced by sewer, and is not planned for sewer service in the future. Some areas may have public water available. The development pattern is planned for full buildout.; The character of the area is intended to preserve a character that has long been established in northern New Castle County for single-family homes on large lots.; Landscaping and design are intended to enhance or preserve the character of the area and preserve the views of the landscape. Both single-family and open space subdivisions are provided to insure that difficult sites can be utilized.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator
Door Features: French
Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile/Brick, Vinyl, Wood
Interior Features: Attic, Built-Ins, CeilngFan(s), Carpet, Chair Railings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic, Bonus Room
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 714
Horse: Yes
Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
Improvement Assessed Value: $119,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Details: Stone
Main Entrance Orientation: Northwest
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Balconies- Multiple, Patio(s)
Roof: Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Palladian
Other Structures: Barn/Farm Building

Lot Information
Lot Features: Pond, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Front Yard
Lot Size Dimensions: 818.10 x 897.60
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $86,300

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 4,575
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 714
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $1,706
School Tax: $5,097
Tax Assessed Value: $205,600
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $6,803

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well

Location

School Information
Elementary School: BRANDYWINE SPRINGS SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School: ALEXIS I. DU PONT
High School: ALEXIS I. DUPONT
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Old Kennett
Directions: Kenneth Pike to Old Kennett Rd. go past Owls Nest Rd to next left that is Way Rd. Property is 1/2 mile on left

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,125
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 12.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: 2003
County: New Castle County
APN: 0701100107

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Brandywine Springs School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi

5/10

duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi

1/10

duPont (Alexis I.) High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi

4/10

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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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 101° 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, 4 days in 30 years

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Wilmington, DE • 19807

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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.60M – $1.93M

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Home values near 544 Way Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
540 Way Road, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 5575 Sq. Ft.	$3,208,592
819 Owls Nest Road, Wilmington, DE 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4200 Sq. Ft.	$1,512,402

Address	Redfin Estimate
552 Way Road, Wilmington, DE 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5375 Sq. Ft.	$2,553,090
312 High Ridge Road, Wilmington, DE 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4100 Sq. Ft.	$1,218,794

Address	Redfin Estimate
17 Walnut Ridge Road, Wilmington, DE 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4500 Sq. Ft.	$1,168,390
109 Walnut Ridge Road, Wilmington, DE 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3375 Sq. Ft.	$883,906

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