8-ACRE homestead in the Heart of Chesapeake Country - surrounded by hundreds of acres of historic old-growth forests + lush, green fields. You'll enjoy the most incredible sunsets at 'Tamer Manor' - named for the Tamer Branch [aka Mill Branch] that meanders through the forest near at the rear of the property, and leads to the Marshyhope, which merges with the Nanticoke River + out to the Chesapeake Bay. Spacious 3BR/2BA Clayton Homes model home w/ vaulted ceilings + neutral palette throughout, on approximately 2 cleared acres. Large living room opens into the dining + kitchen. Dreamy kitchen w/ updated fridge, huge pantry, island, and roomy dining area. On the south end of the home - private primary bedroom - walk-in closet + full, en-suite bath - soaking tub, step-in shower, double-sink vanity, built-in cabinetry. On the north end - step-down into an incredible family room with walls of windows, built-in cabinetry. Great home office w/ built in desk + cabinetry. 2 additional bedrooms, a 2nd full bath - tub/shower combo. Laundry room comes equipped with washer, dryer, + upright freezer. Plenty of room outdoors, too - to entertain, relax, venture through the woods. 20x15, quality-built storage shed/shop from Scarborough Fair Structures. Less than a mile to public hunting and forest trails/roads in the Marshy Hope Complex - 3,378 acres of Chesapeake Forest Public Use Areas. Rhodesdale is centrally located to Talbot, Wicomico, + Sussex County, DE. Quick trip to dozens of quintessentially Eastern Shore towns, rich with history + culture. Enjoy boating, world-class fishing, crabbing, hunting, dining, arts, golf, shopping, wildlife estuaries, incredible state parks - Dorchester County is a true paradise for nature lovers, photographers, boaters, fishermen and anyone who wants to enjoy the relaxed pace on the Eastern Shore - from the beaches to the bays and beyond! Note - the old growth forest at the back of the property is protected, and cannot be cut down. Sizes, taxes, distances, acreages, + aerial outlines approximate and for reference only. * * * MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED - BEST & FINAL DEADLINE, MONDAY 8/11 at 9AM * * *
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7.78 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,944
Year built
2009
Style
Mobile/Manufactured Home
County
Dorchester County
APN
01 016253
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
AC
Agricultural Conservation District
The Agricultural Conservation District is established to conserve farmland and to encourage agricultural activities thereby ensuring that commercial agriculture will continue as a long-term land use and viable economic activity within the county. Agriculture is the preferred use in the AC District, and within the district agricultural uses are protected from development that might adversely affect them. A wide range of uses related to agriculture are permitted, including agriculture-related commercial and industrial uses. Low-density residential development is permitted where it is located and designed to minimize impacts on natural environments and the rural landscape.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Recreation
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Private, Free
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, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Office, Bathroom 2, Master Bathroom
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Horse: Yes
Improvement Assessed Value: $137,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Modular/Manufactured
Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Block
Main Entrance Orientation: Northeast
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Not In Development, Partly Wooded, Premium, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded, Year Round Access
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $53,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,944
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: Yes
County Tax: $1,732
Tax Assessed Value: $167,533
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $1,732
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: DORCHESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Eldorado
Directions: From Salisbury + points East -- Rt 50 West, right on 54 / Delmar Road in Mardela Springs, quick left on 313, follow through Sharptown. Cross Eldorado Road onto Puckum Road - approx 0.5mi on the left. * * * From Hurlock - take 392 / Harrison Ferry Road East, right on 313 / Eldorado Federalsburg Road, right on Puckum Road
Location Type: Rural
Road Frontage Length: 795
Road Surface Type: Black Top
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,944
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7.78 acres
Style: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Year Built: 2009
Year Renovated: —
County: Dorchester County
APN: 01 016253
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hurlock Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.8mi
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North Dorchester Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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North Dorchester High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi
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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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
76% 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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