Beautiful Brick Colonial Estate set on 11 private acres backing to a State Wildlife Refuge, offering a rare combination of space, privacy, and versatility. With a thoughtfully designed layout and extensive outbuildings, the property is well-suited for a variety of lifestyles, from hobbyists and collectors to sufficient or outdoor-focused way of living. The home features 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, along with multiple living areas, a formal dining room, and a private office. The kitchen is designed for both everyday use and, entertaining, with a large island, bar height seating, built-in ice maker, and a wine cooler. Outdoor amenities include a beautiful in-ground pool and expansive grounds that provide both open space and a scenic natural backdrop. The property offers an impressive 12 garage and storage spaces across multiple structures, with oversized doors and a separate large workshop building with six additional bays and separate living quarters above with 2-bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. A 2-car detached garage adds convenience near the home, while the layout allows for easy access and maneuverability for trailers or equipment. A well-appointed barn featuring 6 stalls, attached run-in, hay and feed storage, a tack room with washer/dryer and half bath provides additional flexibility for agricultural, recreational, or hobby uses. With ample room to expand, adapt, or simply enjoy the surrounding landscape, this property offers a unique opportunity to create a lifestyle tailored to your needs- all within minutes of shopping, dining, and major highways.
For sale
$1,590,000
626 Vance Neck Rd, Middletown, DE 19709
4beds
4,310sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
11 Acres Lot
$1,532,600 Zestimate®
$369/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private officeBuilt-in ice makerFormal dining roomOversized doorsBar height seatingWine coolerLarge island
- 18 days |
- 1,872 |
- 89 |
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Listed by:
John Marino 302-672-9400,
Patterson-Schwartz-Dover 3026729400,
Co-Listing Agent: Robert D Watlington Jr. 302-753-8124,
Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2102220
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Features
- Attic, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Dry Wall
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,310
- Total interior livable area: 4,310 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,310
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 22
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Other, Attached, Detached, Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 22
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Other
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pasture, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 11 Acres
- Features: Adjoins - Public Land, Not In Development, Wooded, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1301800141
- Zoning: S-UDC-SUBURBAN
- Zoning description: suburban/farmland
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: None
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail, Paddocks, Stable(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Non-Subdivision
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Middletown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $369/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,036,500
- Annual tax amount: $6,687
- Date on market: 5/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,Negotiable
- Inclusions: Range, Dishwasher. Microwave, Refrigerator
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,532,600
$1.46M - $1.61M
$5,452/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,590,000+22.3%$369/sqft |
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| 9/2/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+30.7%$302/sqft |
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| 6/8/2020 | Listing removed | $995,000$231/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #DENC490398 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2019 | Price change | $995,000-33.7%$231/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #DENC490398 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+81.8%$348/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #7193375 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2014 | Sold | $825,000-36.5%$191/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2014 | Listing removed | $1,299,000$301/sqft |
Source: Patterson Price Real Estate LLC #6326522 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2012 | Price change | $1,299,000-18.3%$301/sqft |
Source: Patterson Price Real Estate LLC #5802752 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2012 | Listed for sale | $1,590,000$369/sqft |
Source: Patterson Price Real Estate LLC #5802752 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2011 | Listing removed | $1,590,000$369/sqft |
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| 5/26/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,590,000$369/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,036,500 +267.9% |
| 2024 | $9,905 +17.7% | $281,700 |
| 2023 | $8,417 -0.7% | $281,700 |
| 2022 | $8,478 +1.2% | $281,700 |
| 2021 | $8,375 +1.2% | $281,700 |
| 2020 | $8,278 +8% | $281,700 |
| 2019 | $7,666 -8.8% | $281,700 |
| 2017 | $8,409 +9.5% | $281,700 |
| 2016 | $7,683 | $281,700 |
| 2015 | $7,683 +2.8% | $281,700 |
| 2014 | $7,471 | $281,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $281,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $281,700 +139.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $117,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $117,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19709
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NASpring Meadow Early Childhood CenterGrades: KDistance: 3.1 mi
- 6/10Cantwell Bridge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 10/10Odessa High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Appoquinimink
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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Middletown
- 19709
- 626 Vance Neck Rd





