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  • Price cut: $70K (4/24)
    $825,000

    35954 Zion Church Rd, Frankford, DE 19945

    3beds
    2,298sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1914
    12 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $359/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Perfect workshopFull third-floor walk-up atticMassive detached garageAdditional storage shedVersatile enclosed front porch
    Discover 12 expansive acres in Frankford offering the perfect "blank canvas" for homeowners, hobbyists, and investors alike. This property features a solidly built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home designed for longevity and functional living. The residence boasts a versatile enclosed front porch and a rare, full third-floor walk-up attic that is ready for your vision—ideal for a primary suite, home office, or recreation room. The exterior of the property is built for utility and growth. A massive detached garage provides ample space for multiple vehicles and serves as a perfect workshop, complemented by an additional storage shed and a dedicated fenced area next to the home for pets. With 12 acres at your disposal, there is plenty of room for a large-scale pole barn to house your boats, RVs, or equipment. Investors and developers will find significant value here: per Sussex County Planning and Zoning, this parcel would be eligible for a minor subdivision (up to 5 lots plus residual lands). Alternatively, you can lease the acreage to a local farmer to maintain the property’s agricultural heritage. Whether you are looking to create a private estate or pursue a development project, this property offers rare flexibility just a short drive from Delaware’s beaches and tax-free shopping.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Rich Meadows 240-499-6532,

    Compass 3022981761,

    Co-Listing Agent: Paul A. Sicari 202-251-5566,

    Compass

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2103436MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Has Laundry
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,298
      • Total interior livable area: 2,298 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,298
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Driveway, Off Street
      • Garage spaces: 4
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 12 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 53311.0014.00
      • Zoning: AR-1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Shingle Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1914

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Exists
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

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

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $359/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $500,300
      • Annual tax amount: $1,069
      • Date on market: 1/21/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/24/2026Price change$825,000-7.8%$359/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DESU2103436 Report a problem
        3/18/2026Price change$895,000-5.8%$389/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DESU2103436 Report a problem
        1/22/2026Listed for sale$950,000$413/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DESU2103436 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$928 +47.5%$250,150 +1293.6%
        2024$629 +0.1%$17,950
        2023$628 +2.5%$17,950
        2022$613 +2.8%$17,950
        2021$597 -11.6%$17,950
        2020$675 +0.5%$17,950
        2019$672 +17.3%$17,950
        2018$573 +10.2%$17,950
        2017$520 +8.6%$17,950
        2016$479 -2.2%$17,950
        2015$490 +7.1%$17,950
        2014$457 $17,950

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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 19945

          Getting around

          7 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          25 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          • District: Indian River

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