Welcome to your personal retreat—an exceptional custom-designed home set on a picturesque one-acre lot, where comfort, style, and thoughtful upgrades come together seamlessly. This spacious residence offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, featuring solid hardwood flooring throughout most of the first floor. An inviting foyer welcomes you inside, highlighted by a stunning open stairway and abundant natural light. The vaulted breakfast nook provides a serene setting for morning coffee, overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard and sparkling saltwater in-ground pool—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The main bedroom suite is a true sanctuary, showcasing elegant tray ceilings, French doors leading to a private sitting area, and a luxurious double-sided fireplace that creates a warm ambiance shared with the spa-inspired bath. Enjoy a soaking tub with jets, an oversized stone shower, and a spacious walk-in closet designed for both function and style. Additional living spaces include a Jack & Jill bath connecting two generously sized bedrooms, as well as a princess suite complete with a stone-walled shower and an expansive walk-in closet featuring dual show sections. The former attached garage has been thoughtfully converted into a versatile media and hobby room, ideal for today’s flexible lifestyle needs. Step outside to enjoy the 30 x 15 deck, side porch, vinyl rear fencing, and beautifully designed pool area enhanced by landscape lighting—creating the perfect outdoor oasis. The detached two-car garage offers its own electrical service and a walk-up second floor, ready for future finishing or additional storage. This home is loaded with valuable upgrades and improvements, including: New septic system (Installed 4/15/25), Pool liner replaced (2025), Deck resealed (2025), Crawlspace fully sealed with dehumidifier, pump, lighting, and structural enhancements (2024), 40-foot garden well added (2023), Exterior lighting replaced (2023), Tankless water heater (2022), Well pump to house replaced (2022), HVAC system replaced (2021), Fresh paint in key living areas including foyer, main living spaces, recreation room, and primary bedroom, New mailbox and updated fire alarm system. Additional highlights include geothermal heating and cooling with dual-zone capability, laundry hookups on both the first and second floors, a partial sprinkler system, and countless thoughtful details throughout. This one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect blend of luxury, functionality, and tranquility—truly the oasis you’ve been waiting for.
Sold for $645,000
$645,000
517 Sophers Row, Magnolia, DE 19962
4beds
4,393sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
1 Acres Lot
$645,100 Zestimate®
$147/sqft
$4,387 Estimated rent
Home value
$645,100
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Luxurious double-sided fireplaceVinyl rear fencingSide porchSparkling saltwater in-ground poolAbundant natural lightElegant tray ceilingsVaulted breakfast nook
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Listed by:
Audrey Ellen Wagamon 302-331-1043,
First Class Properties
Bought with:
Shonda Kelly, RA-0020799
Empower Real Estate, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2046194
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other, Attic
Primary bedroom
- Features: Fireplace - Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 22
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Other
- Features: Attic - Pull-Down Stairs, Attic - Floored
- Level: Unspecified
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 22
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 13
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 15
Other
- Description: BRKFST
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Other
- Description: MSTR SIT
- Features: Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Other
- Description: MEDIA
- Level: Main
- Area: 560 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 28
Other
- Description: MUD ROOM
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 9
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Geothermal
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Electric Water Heater, Instant Hot Water
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level
Features
- Primary Bath(s), Kitchen Island, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Cathedral Ceiling(s), 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,393
- Total interior livable area: 4,393 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,393
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Detached, Other
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Lawn Sprinkler
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: SM0011300015610000
- Zoning: AC
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Magnolia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $147/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $104,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,794
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,FHA 203(b),Cash,USDA Loan
- Inclusions: Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Sold | $645,000-0.8%$147/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DEKT2046194 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2026 | Pending sale | $650,000$148/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2046194 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2026 | Contingent | $650,000$148/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $650,000-6.9%$148/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2046194 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $698,000+58.6%$159/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2046194 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2014 | Sold | $440,000+17.3%$100/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/2011 | Sold | $375,000+6393.5%$85/sqft |
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| 6/29/2007 | Sold | $5,775$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,153 | $446,500 |
| 2024 | -- | $446,500 +325.2% |
| 2023 | $2,999 +5.7% | $105,000 |
| 2022 | $2,839 +1.1% | $105,000 |
| 2021 | $2,808 +2.1% | $105,000 |
| 2020 | $2,751 +3.7% | $105,000 |
| 2019 | $2,653 +3.6% | $105,000 +0.4% |
| 2018 | $2,560 | $104,600 |
| 2017 | $2,560 +7.2% | $104,600 |
| 2016 | $2,388 +17.3% | $104,600 |
| 2015 | $2,035 +0.2% | $104,600 |
| 2014 | $2,031 | $104,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $104,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $104,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $104,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $104,600 +14.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $91,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $91,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $91,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $91,500 |
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Neighborhood: 19962
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAMcilvaine (J. Ralph) Early Childhood CenterGrades: KDistance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Magnolia Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10Caesar Rodney High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Star Hill
- Middle: F. Niel Postlethwait
- High: Caesar Rodney
- District: Caesar Rodney
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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