NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,052,500 - $1,214,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
$567/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 01, 2019

Last sale price $679,000 $340 Per Sq Ft

Est. 67% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,136/month

322 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 13.97 Acre Lot
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • Appoquinimink High School Rated A
  • Barn or Farm Building
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of March 2019

Welcome to "Border Brook Farm" a 14-acre country estate nestled in horse country just a short drive from Middletown. Current zoning will permit an accessory dwelling or second home to be built on the property. This lovely home features a large sunroom addition with brick floor, exposed beams, Anderson Windows and Doors. The home was built in 1974 and has been meticulously updated by it's second owner. Some of the unique features are; building materials sourced from a period tavern in the area which include random width heart pine flooring, rustic fireplace mantles, wainscot trim and custom moldings throughout the entire home. A large barn with workshop is included on the property and will accommodate livestock and equipment.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joseph Sardo

RE/MAX 1st Choice - Middletown Listed on: 12/20/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

ANN MALLOY

Delaware Coastal Realty License #RA-0003214

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,038

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 13.97 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Farming

  • Barn or Farm Building

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Water Treatment System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 002
  • Assessor Parcel Number 13-016.00-002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,038

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to "Border Brook Farm" a 14-acre country estate nestled in horse country just a short drive from Middletown. Current zoning will permit an accessory dwelling or second home to be built on the property. This lovely home features a large sunroom addition with brick floor, exposed beams, Anderson Windows and Doors. The home was built in 1974 and has been meticulously updated by it's second owner. Some of the unique features are; building materials sourced from a period tavern in the area which include random width heart pine flooring, rustic fireplace mantles, wainscot trim and custom moldings throughout the entire home. A large barn with workshop is included on the property and will accommodate livestock and equipment.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Stone
  • Interior Amenities: Water Treat System, Exposed Beams, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2000
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2000
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 339.50
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1421

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Barn/Farm Building
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: APPOQUINIMINK
  • School District Key: 300200396893

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 80000.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 47400.00
  • Lot Features: Level, Sloping, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 13.97
  • Lot Dimensions: 0 X 0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 608533.00
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: S
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2358777
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4038.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13-016.00-002
  • Tax Lot: 002
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 03/01/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 20, 2017
Closed on
Mar 1, 2019
Sold by
Johnson Willie Mae B
Bought by
Farmer Richard A and Farmer Nancy C
Seller's Agent
Joseph Sardo
RE/MAX 1st Choice - Middletown
Buyer's Agent
ANN MALLOY
Delaware Coastal Realty
List Price
$679,000
Sold Price
$679,000
Total Days on Market
322
Current Estimated Value
$1,133,250

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$454,250
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.51%
Original Mortgage
$395,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1998
Bought by
Johnson Harry G and Johnson Willie M
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Farmer Richard A -- Nationwide Title Clearing
Johnson Harry G $430,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Farmer Richard A $278,298
Closed Farmer Richard A $295,000
Closed Farmer Richard A $395,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/01/2019 03/01/19 Sold $679,000 0.0% $340 / Sq Ft
11/07/2018 11/07/18 Pending -- -- --
12/20/2017 12/20/17 For Sale $679,000 -- $340 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $9,579 $228,900 $47,400 $181,500
2023 $8,140 $228,900 $47,400 $181,500
2022 $4,563 $127,400 $47,400 $80,000
2021 $4,508 $127,400 $47,400 $80,000
2020 $4,456 $127,400 $47,400 $80,000
2019 $4,126 $127,400 $47,400 $80,000
2018 $3,571 $127,400 $47,400 $80,000
2017 $2,975 $127,400 $47,400 $80,000
2016 $2,975 $127,400 $47,400 $80,000
2015 $2,879 $127,400 $47,400 $80,000
2014 $2,872 $127,400 $47,400 $80,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004352573

Bright MLS

APN: 13-016.00-002