$645,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2026

517 Sophers Row Magnolia, DE 19962

Magnolia Area
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,393 Sq Ft
1 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 31, 2026

$147 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Caesar Rodney High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of July 2026

Welcome to your personal retreat—an exceptional custom-designed home set on a picturesque one-acre lot, where comfort, style, and thoughtful upgrades come together seamlessly.
This spacious residence offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, featuring solid hardwood flooring throughout most of the first floor. An inviting foyer welcomes you inside, highlighted by a stunning open stairway and abundant natural light. The vaulted breakfast nook provides a serene setting for morning coffee, overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard and sparkling saltwater in-ground pool—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
The main bedroom suite is a true sanctuary, showcasing elegant tray ceilings, French doors leading to a private sitting area, and a luxurious double-sided fireplace that creates a warm ambiance shared with the spa-inspired bath. Enjoy a soaking tub with jets, an oversized stone shower, and a spacious walk-in closet designed for both function and style.
Additional living spaces include a Jack & Jill bath connecting two generously sized bedrooms, as well as a princess suite complete with a stone-walled shower and an expansive walk-in closet featuring dual show sections. The former attached garage has been thoughtfully converted into a versatile media and hobby room, ideal for today’s flexible lifestyle needs.
Step outside to enjoy the 30 x 15 deck, side porch, vinyl rear fencing, and beautifully designed pool area enhanced by landscape lighting—creating the perfect outdoor oasis. The detached two-car garage offers its own electrical service and a walk-up second floor, ready for future finishing or additional storage.
This home is loaded with valuable upgrades and improvements, including: New septic system (Installed 4/15/25), Pool liner replaced (2025), Deck resealed (2025), Crawlspace fully sealed with dehumidifier, pump, lighting, and structural enhancements (2024), 40-foot garden well added (2023), Exterior lighting replaced (2023), Tankless water heater (2022), Well pump to house replaced (2022), HVAC system replaced (2021), Fresh paint in key living areas including foyer, main living spaces, recreation room, and primary bedroom, New mailbox and updated fire alarm system.
Additional highlights include geothermal heating and cooling with dual-zone capability, laundry hookups on both the first and second floors, a partial sprinkler system, and countless thoughtful details throughout.
This one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect blend of luxury, functionality, and tranquility—truly the oasis you’ve been waiting for.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Audrey Brodie

(302) 677-0770 audrey@delawarerealestateexperts.com First Class Properties Brokerage Phone: 3026770770 License #RB-0020412 Listed on: 04/17/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Shonda Kelly

(302) 738-2300 vicki@kwempower.com Empower Real Estate, LLC License #RA-0020799

Empower Real Estate, LLC
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,794

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned AC

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,393 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Double Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal
  • Instant Hot Water

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances

Outdoor Features

  • Private Pool
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Star Hill Elementary School
  • F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School
  • Caesar Rodney High School

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number SM-00-11300-01-5610-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,794

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

1 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, washer, dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler System, Dining Area
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor, Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4393
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4393
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 147.96
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4393
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Lawn Sprinkler
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Geothermal
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Geo-Thermal
  • Heating Type: Central, 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric, Instant Hot Water
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: STAR HILL
  • High School: CAESAR RODNEY
  • Middle Or Junior School: F. NIEL POSTLETHWAIT

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 43560.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Zoning: AC
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1794.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: SM-00-11300-01-5610-000
  • Tax Year: 2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAESAR RODNEY

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Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2014
Closed on
Jun 13, 2014
Sold by
Mcteague Craig M and Mcteague Sandra M
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kaego Enwerem
Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
Buyer's Agent
Audrey Brodie
First Class Properties-Delawar
List Price
$440,000
Sold Price
$440,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.24%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.27%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2011
Sold by
Winters Tracy J and Winters Amanda R
Bought by
Mcteague Craig M and Mcteague Sandra M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$387,350
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2007
Sold by
Hurley Toni M
Bought by
Winters Tracy M and Winters Amanda R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$385,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2005
Sold by
Robinson Meng C and Robinson Toni M
Bought by
Hurkey Toni M and Robinson Toni M
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $440,000 None Available
Deed $375,000 None Available
Deed $5,775 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $352,950 New Conventional
Closed $417,000 VA
Previous Owner $387,350 VA
Previous Owner $385,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/31/2026 07/31/26 Sold $645,000 -0.8% $147 / Sq Ft
06/15/2026 06/15/26 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2026 05/14/26 Price Changed $650,000 -6.9% $148 / Sq Ft
04/17/2026 04/17/26 For Sale $698,000 -- $159 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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 $2,153 $446,500 $90,700 $355,800
2024 $2,122 $446,500 $90,700 $355,800
2023 $2,999 $105,000 $8,400 $96,600
2022 $2,839 $105,000 $8,400 $96,600
2021 $2,808 $105,000 $8,400 $96,600
2020 $2,751 $105,000 $8,400 $96,600
2019 $2,653 $105,000 $8,400 $96,600
2018 $2,560 $104,600 $8,400 $96,200
2017 $2,495 $104,600 $0 $0
2016 $2,388 $104,600 $0 $0
2015 $2,035 $104,600 $0 $0
2014 $2,031 $104,600 $0 $0
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DEKT2046194

Bright MLS

APN: 8-00-11300-01-5610-000

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