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    • $425,000

    1525 Big Oak Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977

    3beds
    1,300sqft
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    $2,556/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1979
    2.98 Acres Lot
    $418,100 Zestimate®
    $327/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    One-floor livingPrivate pondFlooded with natural lightBright welcoming entrySliding glass doorsPropane gas cookingPlentiful cabinets and countertops
    Discover one-floor living at its finest with this inviting Ranch/Rambler home set in a tranquil, non-development setting in Smyrna, DE. This thoughtfully designed home features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, offering an easy, comfortable lifestyle all on one level. As you enter, you're greeted by a front ground-level porch with vaulted ceilings, enclosed with sliding glass doors, providing a bright, welcoming entry. Step inside to the spacious living room, measuring 27x24, featuring new LVP flooring that continues through the home, creating a seamless flow of style and comfort. The heart of the home is the impressively sized dining and country kitchen area, 27x12, flooded with natural light and equipped with plentiful cabinets and countertops. Enjoy the convenience of propane gas cooking and a double sink with a delightful window view. The kitchen opens to the full bathroom, complete with a tub/shower, single vanity, and a window for natural ventilation. The primary bedroom measures 13x10, the second bedroom 13x12, both freshly painted with new LVP flooring. A conveniently located laundry room is situated just outside these bedrooms in the hallway. Venture further to a versatile back room, currently set as a bedroom, with dimensions of 21x11. This space, also updated with fresh paint and LVP flooring, leads to a back enclosed 3-season porch with concrete flooring, providing access to the paver patio and a sitting deck area. The outdoor space is truly a retreat on its own with 2.98 acres of partially wooded landscape featuring a private pond. Enjoy additional storage and workspaces with a metal workshop/shed complete with concrete flooring and electric connections. An added gem to this property is an outdoor finished building with a solarium, perfect for creative uses or entertaining. This flexible space includes a vaulted ceiling, sliding glass door, and single French door entrance, ideal for hosting gatherings and enjoying uninterrupted views of the natural surroundings. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and with direct routes to Delaware beaches, this property offers both seclusion and accessibility. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity; schedule your tour today to experience all that this remarkable property has to offer.
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    Listed by:

    Peggy Sheehan 302-743-4969,

    Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown 3022855100

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2049692MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Workshop, Bathroom 1, Bonus Room, Conservatory Room, Additional Bedroom
      Other
      • Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 252 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 21
      Bedroom 1
      • Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Window Treatments
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 130 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10 X 13
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Window Treatments
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 X 13
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Window Treatments
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 40 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 4 X 10
      Bonus room
      • Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 252 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 21
      Other
      • Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Concrete
      • Level: Unspecified
      Kitchen
      • Features: Dining Area, Double Sink, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile, Kitchen - Country, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Propane Cooking
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 324 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 27
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Window Treatments
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 378 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 27
      Screened porch
      • Features: Flooring - Concrete
      • Level: Unspecified
      • Area: 84 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7 X 12
      Other
      • Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - Concrete
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 6 X 26
      Workshop
      • Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - Concrete
      • Level: Unspecified
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Propane
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen - Country, Eat-in Kitchen
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,300
      • Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,300
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 5
      • Parking features: Private, Driveway
      • Uncovered spaces: 5
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Screened Porch
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: Above Ground, Private
      Lot
      • Size: 2.98 Acres
      • Features: Backs to Trees, Fishing Available, Front Yard, Not In Development, Pond, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: DC0002000011200000
      • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1979

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 150 Amps, Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: On Site Septic
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Smyrna

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $327/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $141,200
      • Annual tax amount: $1,362
      • Date on market: 8/10/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Inclusions: All Kitchen Appliances W / D Being Conveyed In "as Is" Condition
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $418,100

        $397,000 - $439,000

        $1,959/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/10/2026Listed for sale$425,000+49.6%$327/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2049692 Report a problem
        5/20/2021Sold$284,000+1.6%$218/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/24/2021Pending sale$279,500$215/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DEKT247104 Report a problem
        3/15/2021Listed for sale$279,500$215/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DEKT247104 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,362 -0.6%$325,000
        2024$1,371 +38.7%$325,000 +773.7%
        2023$988 +3.5%$37,200
        2022$955 +2%$37,200
        2021$936 +14.2%$37,200
        2020$819 -0.9%$37,200
        2019$827 0%$37,200
        2018$827 +64.1%$37,200
        2017$504 -0.7%$37,200
        2016$508 -0.1%$37,200
        2015$508 +5.8%$37,200
        2014$481 $37,200
        2012-- $37,200
        2011-- $37,200
        2010-- $37,200 +0.5%
        2009-- $37,000
        2008-- $37,000
        2007-- $37,000
        2005-- $37,000 +2.2%
        2004-- $36,200
        2002-- $36,200
        2001-- $36,200
        2000$559 $36,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 19977

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        • District: Smyrna

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