$380,000
SOLD SEP 24, 2025

15997 Pickering Dr Milton, DE 19968

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
87,120 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$190 Per Sq Ft

28% Below List Price

165 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Milton Elementary School Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to this charming and spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home nestled on 2 acres in beautiful Milton, Delaware. Boasting a classic farmhouse style, this home features a traditional floor plan with large, sunlit rooms, and an inviting atmosphere throughout. The living area is enhanced by exposed brick surrounding a cozy wood-burning fireplace, adding warmth and character to the space. Outside, you'll find a huge barn complete with multiple workshops, perfect for hobbyists, storage, or any project you can dream up. The property offers plenty of space for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply enjoying the tranquility of rural living. Situated in an amazing location near Route 1, you'll have easy access to beaches, shopping, dining, and exciting activities, all while enjoying the peaceful serenity of country living. This home offers the perfect combination of convenience and charm. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this classic farmhouse your own!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dustin Oldfather

(302) 273-4998 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass License #RS-0017091 Listed on: 03/14/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Luke Thompson

(302) 273-4998 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass License #RS-0036397

Last Buyer's Agent

ANN MALLOY

(302) 645-4800 annmalloy1@gmail.com Delaware Coastal Realty License #RA-0003214

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $907

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Property is zoned AR-1

Parking

  • Dirt Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry on main level

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Schools

  • Milton Elementary School
  • Mariner Middle School
  • Cape Henlopen High School

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Gravity Septic Field

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Milton Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 235-22.00-44.01

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$907

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

2 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: range w/ oven, range hood exhaust fan, cooktop-stand alone, 1 wall oven, kitchen refrigerator w/ ice maker, washer, dryer, water heater, storm windows/screens, curtains, curtain rods, shades/blinds, cornices, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, wo
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 3/14/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2000
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2000
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 214.95
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Barn
  • Construction Materials: Block, Frame, Stucco
  • Roof: Metal
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Dirt Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Gravity Sept Fld
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: MILTON
  • High School: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • Middle Or Junior School: MARINER

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Private
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.00
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 87120.00
  • Zoning: AR-1
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 825.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 907.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 235-22.00-44.01
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2025
Closed on
Sep 24, 2025
Sold by
Greener Linette
Bought by
Burke Michael and Burke Laura K
Seller's Agent
Dustin Oldfather
Compass
Buyer's Agent
ANN MALLOY
Delaware Coastal Realty
List Price
$524,900
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$144,900
-27.61%
Views
158
Current Estimated Value
$456,904

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$76,904
Avg. Annual Appreciation
46.81%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2002
Bought by
Greener Lance M and Greener Linette
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $380,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $380,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $148,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/24/2025 09/24/25 Sold $380,000 -11.6% $190 / Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Price Changed $429,900 -4.4% $215 / Sq Ft
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Price Changed $449,900 -14.3% $225 / Sq Ft
03/14/2025 03/14/25 For Sale $524,900 -- $262 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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
2025 $1,029 $18,400 $2,000 $16,400
2024 $291 $18,400 $2,000 $16,400
2023 $291 $18,400 $2,000 $16,400
2022 $280 $18,400 $2,000 $16,400
2021 $278 $18,400 $2,000 $16,400
2020 $277 $18,400 $2,000 $16,400
2019 $275 $18,400 $2,000 $16,400
2018 $808 $18,400 $0 $0
2017 $774 $18,400 $0 $0
2016 $735 $18,400 $0 $0
2015 $702 $18,400 $0 $0
2014 $697 $18,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2078812

Bright MLS

APN: 235-22.00-44.01

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