Views - Primary on Main
Listed By:
Shawn McDonnell with Jack Lingo - Lewes - 3026452207;
Address
2578 Williamsville Road, Houston, DE
Price
$ 799,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#DEKT2044072
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status ACTIVE
  • CountyKENT
  • CityHouston
  • AreaMilford
  • Zip19954
  • StyleRanch/Rambler
  • Year Built1997
  • Taxes$ 1958
  • Price$ 799,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage2016
  • Lot Size46.83 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description

$51,000 PRICE REDUCTION! Rare 46-Acre Estate with Ranch Home Your Private Sanctuary Awaits. Experience the ultimate in privacy and versatility on this exceptional 46-acre wooded estate tucked along a private drive in Houston, Delaware. This remarkable property offers endless possibilitieswhether you envision a peaceful homestead with livestock, a hunter's paradise teeming with deer, turkey, quail, and small game, or a savvy investment opportunity with subdivision potential. Set far back from the road surrounded by mature woodland, this is your chance to own a true country retreat with complete freedom and no HOA restrictions. The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom ranch home features quality construction with 2x6 wall framing and 2x8 roof framing, along with a thoughtful split floor plan that balances comfort and functionality. The heart of the home is a spacious kitchen with a center island that flows seamlessly into the great room, perfect for gathering and entertaining. Cozy up by the wood stove in the inviting living room, or step out onto the deck off the kitchen to enjoy your private woodland views. The primary suite offers a true retreat with a large attached bathroom and generous walk-in closet, while two additional good-sized bedrooms and a hall bathroom provide ample space for guests. Recent updates include a new roof installed in 2025 and a water heater replaced in 2022, offering peace of mind for years to come. Beyond the home, the property truly shines with its versatile outbuildings and land. A detached 3-car garage provides ample space for vehicles and toys, while a large run-in shed offers perfect accommodations for equipment storage or livestock. The expansive acreage gives you room to farm, raise livestock including horses, chickens, goats, or cows, or simply enjoy the solitude of your own private woodland. Hunters and nature lovers alike will appreciate the abundant wildlife, and those with entrepreneurial vision will recognize the subdivision potential this rare parcel offers. Located just 5 miles from Milford's vibrant downtown filled with great shops and restaurants, minutes from Blairs Pond Park, Abbott's Mill Nature Center, and Killens Pond State Park, and a short drive to Delaware's public beaches and the new Bayhealth Milford Hospital, you'll enjoy country living without sacrificing convenience. This is more than a propertyit's a lifestyle opportunity. Whether you're seeking a forever homestead, an investment with future potential, or your own private hunting retreat, this 46-acre estate delivers space, freedom, and possibilities that rarely come to market. Call today to learn more! *The outline shown is just for illustration and shouldn't be considered an actual survey.

Price History
2/11/2026 Listed $899,000
4/13/2026 6$850,000
5/28/2026 6$799,000

General Features

Living Area 2016
Sewer Gravity Sept Fld
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Possession Settlement
Roof Architectural Shingle
Zoning AR
Garage Spaces 3.00
Patio/Porch Features Deck(s)
Architectural Style Ranch/Rambler
Security Features 24 hour security,Exterior Cameras,Motion Detectors,Security System,Surveillance Sys
Construction Materials Stick Built,Vinyl Siding
School District MILFORD
Year Built 1997
Electric 200+ Amp Service,220 Volts
View Trees/Woods
Levels 1
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Electric
Building Name None Available
Accessibility 2+ Access Exits,32 + wide Doors,Level Entry - Main
County KENT
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name NONE AVAILABLE
Garage Y/N Yes
Water Access Y/N No
Other Structures Above Grade,Below Grade
Full Baths 2
Status ACTIVE
Directions GPS
City HOUSTON
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area Milford (30805)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 2039914.80
Tax Assessed Value 542500.0
Tax Annual Amount 1958.0
Property Condition Very Good
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N No
Bathrooms Full Main Level 2
Bathrooms Count Main Level 3.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 396.33
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Total SQFT 2016
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Breakfast Area,Dining Area,Family Room Off Kitchen,Floor Plan - Open,Kitchen - Island,Kitchen - Country,Kitchen - Eat-In,Stove - Wood,Walk-in Closet(s)
Heating Fuel Oil
Flooring Laminate Plank,Carpet,Ceramic Tile
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Wood
Hot Water Electric
Basement (Y/N) No
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Storm
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 2016
Half Baths 1
Central Air Y/N Yes
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Living Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Kitchen,Family Room,Laundry,Bathroom 2,Half Bath
Main Level Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Laundry Type Has Laundry,Main Floor
Below Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Bathrooms Half Main Level 1
Above Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Outbuilding(s)
Pool No Pool
Parking Features Circular Driveway,Crushed Stone
Lot Features Private,Trees/Wooded,Unrestricted
Water Source Well
Total Parking Spaces 53
Garage Features Garage - Front Entry,Additional Storage Area,Garage Door Opener,Oversized
Type of Parking Detached Garage,Driveway
Foundation Details Crawl Space
Water View Y/N No
Lot Size Acres 46.83
Lot Size Source Estimated
Waterfront Y/N No
Door Features Sliding Glass,Insulated
Road Responsibility State,Public
Land Assessed Value 317200.00
Navigable Water Y/N No
Water Oriented Y/N No
# of Detached Garage Spaces 3

Room Details

Room Dimensions Level Flooring Details
Bathroom 2 Main Bathroom - Tub Shower
Bedroom 2 Main
Bedroom 3 Main
Family Room Main Fireplace - Wood Burning,Flooring - Carpet,Wood Stove
Half Bath Main
Kitchen Main Breakfast Nook,Dining Area,Flooring - Ceramic Tile,Island,Kitchen - Country
Laundry Main
Living Room Main
Primary Bedroom Main Attached Bathroom,Flooring - Carpet,Walk-In Closet(s)

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 19954

Price
AVG $610K
$800K
Taxes
AVG $1,066
$1,958
Year Built
AVG 1958
1997
Visits
AVG 276
216
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

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