994 Vernon Rd, Harrington, DE 19952
What's special
Welcome to your homestead dream! This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath farmhouse offers the perfect blend of country living and self-sufficient potential. Whether you’re looking to start a hobby farm, grow your own food, or simply enjoy the peace and beauty of rural life, this property is ready for you. The home is complemented by a detached mother-in-law suite, providing flexible space for guests, extended family, a home office, or potential rental income. A traditional root cellar offers ideal storage for homegrown produce and preserves, while the massive barn provides endless possibilities for livestock, equipment, workshops, or additional storage. Outside, you’ll find established fruit trees, thriving vegetable gardens, and fenced pastures already in place, making it easy to step into a productive homesteading lifestyle from day one. With mature plantings, open green space, and room to expand, this property is a rare opportunity for anyone seeking a slower pace and a deeper connection to the land. Whether you’re dreaming of farm-fresh mornings, raising animals, or creating your own sustainable oasis, this one-of-a-kind property is ready to welcome you home. 3rd bedroom currently set up for laundry as well.
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Kimberly Kurtz 302-363-1852,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. (302) 234-1111
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Other, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,348
- Total interior livable area: 1,348 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,348
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.9 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: MN0018400011801000
- Zoning: AR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Manor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cast Iron Plumbing
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Harrington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $482/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $282,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,015
- Date on market: 7/21/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+182.6%$482/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DEKT2049030 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2018 | Sold | $230,000-2.1%$171/sqft |
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| 2/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $235,000$174/sqft |
Source: Woodburn Realty #1005921795 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2018 | Listing removed | $235,000$174/sqft |
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| 10/16/2017 | Listed for sale | $235,000$174/sqft |
Source: Woodburn Realty #6915235 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2017 | Pending sale | $235,000$174/sqft |
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| 8/6/2017 | Price change | $235,000-1.3%$174/sqft |
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| 6/8/2017 | Price change | $238,000-4.8%$177/sqft |
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| 1/20/2017 | Price change | $250,000-6.7%$185/sqft |
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| 10/2/2016 | Price change | $268,000-2.5%$199/sqft |
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| 9/22/2015 | Price change | $275,000-7.7%$204/sqft |
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| 8/8/2015 | Listed for sale | $298,000$221/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,038 +0.4% | $282,000 |
| 2024 | $1,034 +22.9% | $282,000 +710.3% |
| 2023 | $841 +11.6% | $34,800 |
| 2022 | $754 +5.6% | $34,800 |
| 2021 | $713 -4.1% | $34,800 |
| 2020 | $744 -27.6% | $34,800 -28.1% |
| 2019 | $1,027 +1.1% | $48,400 |
| 2018 | $1,016 | $48,400 |
| 2017 | $1,016 +247.6% | $48,400 |
| 2016 | $292 +1.6% | $48,400 |
| 2015 | $288 +1.3% | $48,400 |
| 2014 | $284 | $48,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $48,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $48,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $48,400 +1.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $47,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $47,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $47,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $47,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $47,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $47,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $47,600 |
| 2000 | $643 | $47,600 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$628,200
$597,000 - $660,000
$1,998/mo
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