Welcome to 772 Fence Post Lane in Viola, Delaware. This charming three-bedroom, one-bath ranch home is nestled on nearly 4.7 acres of beautiful, cleared land currently set up as a horse farm with durable Amish-built electric and wood fencing. Sale also includes parcel 7-18-12009-01-0300-00001 which is .50 acres (the main property is 4.2 acres). The property offers tremendous versatility with a recent appraisal completed and the potential to subdivide into four lots with no builder tie-in requirements. Whether you envision a private homestead, farmette, or family compound, the possibilities are endless. The home features a private, paved driveway with parking for 11+ vehicles, a spacious three-car garage, a comfortable family room, and an inviting kitchen. Enjoy the light-filled all-seasons room with direct access to the garage, along with mature trees and landscaping that create a serene country atmosphere. The heat pump is extremely efficient and was replaced in 2022 and the water heater was replaced in 2024. For equestrian enthusiasts, a 312 sq. ft. (26' x 12') horse run-in stable and an additional shed provide practical convenience. There are 4 separate fenced in fields for horses and 2 large areas fenced in for dogs. Perfectly situated in a peaceful country setting yet only minutes from shopping, schools, and major routes, this property is just 15 minutes from Dover Air Force Base and 30 minutes from Delaware beaches. This is a rare opportunity to own nearly five acres of cleared land with endless potential. Schedule your private tour today, and don’t forget to bring your horses!
Sold for $399,900
$399,900
772 Fence Post Ln, Viola, DE 19979
3beds
1,120sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
4.2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$357/sqft
$1,712 Estimated rent
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Horse farmCleared landMature trees and landscapingComfortable family roomLight-filled all-seasons roomSpacious three-car garagePrivate paved driveway
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Listed by:
Kelly Clark 302-757-6041,
Crown Homes Real Estate
Bought with:
Justin Curley, RS0037274
Sky Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2041496
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Main Level
Features
- Dry Wall, Paneled Walls
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,120
- Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,120
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 18
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 15
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Electric,Partial,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pasture, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 4.20 Acres
- Dimensions: 1.00 x 0.00
- Features: Additional Lot(s), Backs to Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Level, Open Lot, Premium, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Unrestricted
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Additional parcels included: Additional parcel 7181200901030000001 included in sale and must be included in the contract this parcel is .50 acres
- Parcel number: NM0012000020500000
- Zoning: AR
- Zoning description: Agricultural Residential, Rezone Possible, Subdivision possible.
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horses Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Viola
- Subdivision: None Available
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Farm Credit Service,VA Loan,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | Sold | $399,900+0.2%$357/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DEKT2041496 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2025 | Pending sale | $399,000$356/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2041496 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Contingent | $399,000$356/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2041496 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,000$356/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2041496 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $36 +0.4% | $10,000 |
| 2024 | $36 +204.5% | $10,000 +1900% |
| 2023 | $12 +12.1% | $500 |
| 2022 | $11 +5.7% | $500 |
| 2021 | $10 -4.2% | $500 |
| 2020 | $10 | $500 |
| 2019 | $10 +1.1% | $500 |
| 2018 | $10 | $500 |
| 2017 | $10 +5% | $500 |
| 2016 | $10 | $500 |
| 2015 | -- | $500 |
| 2014 | -- | $500 |
| 2012 | -- | $500 |
| 2011 | -- | $500 |
| 2010 | -- | $500 |
| 2009 | -- | $500 |
| 2008 | -- | $500 |
| 2007 | -- | $500 |
| 2005 | -- | $500 |
| 2004 | -- | $500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19979
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lake Forest North Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 2.7 mi
- 4/10Chipman (W.T.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.1 mi
- 5/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Lake Forest
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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