This beautiful Colonial home is overflowing with country charm and nestled on over 3 acres, just west of Seaford. Set well back from the road, the property offers the peace and privacy of country living while providing plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. A paved driveway welcomes you home, leading to beautifully established landscaping and a magnificent Magnolia tree that makes a stunning first impression. Relax on the inviting front porch on warm summer evenings or enjoy the peaceful views from the rear 3 Season Room. Inside, the well-maintained home offers a comfortable living room, a spacious family room with fireplace, and a formal dining room. The kitchen is sure to please the chef, featuring abundant cabinetry, a pantry for additional storage, and an eat-at bar that opens seamlessly to the family room, creating a wonderful space for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs are four bedrooms plus a versatile studio/craft room with excellent storage. There is an additional storage space with stair access. provide access to offering plenty of room for seasonal items and more. The attached two-car garage includes a convenient wash sink and additional storage space. Additional information on the house... The electric is through DEC. The highest bill in the winter, for both the work shop and the home is around $300. Baker Petroleum is the supplier for boiler fuel oil .The fuel is for on demand hot water and emergency heat back up for the heat pump. The house has a 400 amp service and the shop has an additional 200 amp service. There is a 50 amp 220v plug in for an RV in the garage and an additional 50 service by the back deck for a hot tube. The down stairs HVAC was replaced in 2021, the upstairs HVAC and hot water boiler was replaced in 2022.The mini split in the new addition above the garage was installed in 2022. The stable and tack room was built in 2019.The new shop was built in 2025. One of the true highlights of this property is the established landscape and abundance of mature plantings. The grounds feature apple, peach, and pear trees; rhubarb; an herb garden with horseradish, asparagus, thyme, oregano, and rosemary; along with blackberries, wild black cherries, and mulberries—all on site. There is also ample room for additional vegetable or flower gardens, making this property ideal for anyone who enjoys gardening, growing fresh produce, or simply appreciating the beauty of nature. From the welcoming Magnolia and mature landscaping to the spacious grounds and charming Colonial home, this property offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a peaceful country lifestyle with room to garden, relax, entertain, and make it your own. Another convenience, for those interested in Horseback Riding, Single Tree Stables is located across the street! Well maintained inside and out—this is a property you will want to see!
For sale
$625,000
4914 Briarhook Rd, Seaford, DE 19973
4beds
2,930sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
3.4 Acres Lot
$478,500 Zestimate®
$213/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Well-maintained homeBeautifully established landscapingMagnificent magnolia treeSpacious groundsCharming colonial homeBeautiful colonial homeFormal dining room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Howard 410-570-4401,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. 3026456100
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2119490
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic, Combination Kitchen/Living, Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,930
- Total interior livable area: 2,930 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,930
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Storage, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Lawn Sprinkler, Storage, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Other
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Size: 3.4 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Irregular Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 53106.0062.04
- Zoning: AR1
- Zoning description: AGRICULTURAL/RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Stick Built
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Gravity Sept Fld
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Monitored
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Seaford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $213/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $322,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,387
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$478,500
$440,000 - $522,000
$2,773/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $625,000+95.3%$213/sqft |
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| 11/7/2018 | Sold | $320,000-8.3%$109/sqft |
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| 10/10/2018 | Pending sale | $349,000$119/sqft |
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| 10/10/2018 | Listed for sale | $349,000$119/sqft |
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| 8/28/2018 | Listing removed | $349,000$119/sqft |
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| 5/16/2018 | Listed for sale | $349,000$119/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,142 -39.6% | $161,400 +327% |
| 2024 | $1,891 +0.1% | $37,800 |
| 2023 | $1,889 +8.3% | $37,800 +5.6% |
| 2022 | $1,745 -0.4% | $35,800 |
| 2021 | $1,751 -7.7% | $35,800 |
| 2020 | $1,898 | $35,800 |
| 2019 | $1,898 +14.2% | $35,800 |
| 2018 | $1,662 +2.6% | $35,800 |
| 2017 | $1,621 +9.3% | $35,800 |
| 2016 | $1,483 +0.2% | $35,800 |
| 2015 | $1,480 +5.4% | $35,800 |
| 2014 | $1,405 -3.6% | $35,800 |
| 2013 | $1,457 +1.3% | $35,800 |
| 2012 | $1,438 -0.2% | $35,800 |
| 2011 | $1,440 | $35,800 |
| 2010 | $1,440 +1.5% | $35,800 |
| 2009 | $1,419 | $35,800 |
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Neighborhood: 19973
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Seaford
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