For sale

$397,000

79 Acorn Ln, Dover, DE 19901

3beds

1,568sqft

$2,423/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1980

0.51 Acres Lot

$390,500 Zestimate^®

$253/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Comfortable one-level livingPrivate settingPeaceful private settingMeticulous care

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath ranch offering comfortable one-level living in a peaceful, private setting. This is a very well-kept home that truly shows pride of ownership, with numerous upgrades and improvements throughout. Tucked away in a secluded setting with plenty of privacy, you’ll enjoy the feeling of being away from it all while still having convenient access to Route 1. One of the property’s standout features is the detached 2-car garage, complete with heat, electric, and 220-amp service—perfect for the car enthusiast, hobbyist, workshop, or anyone looking for exceptional additional space. Two sheds provide even more storage, with one already equipped with electric. A one-year home warranty is included for added peace of mind. With its many upgrades, meticulous care, one-level living, fantastic garage and storage space, and private setting, this Acorn Lane home has so much to offer. Move right in and enjoy!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Electric

Cooling

Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Has basement: No
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,568
Total interior livable area: 1,568 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,568
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 12
Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Driveway
Garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 10

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 0.51 Acres

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: ED0006819012701000
Zoning: RS1
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Crawl Space

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1980

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Private Septic Tank
Water: Well

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: None Available

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Dover

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $253/sqft
Tax assessed value: $241,500
Annual tax amount: $1,431
Date on market: 9/12/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$390,500

$371,000 - $410,000

$1,818/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/12/2026	Listed for sale	$397,000$253/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2050412 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,432 +3.5%	$241,500
2024	$1,383 +27%	$241,500 +559.8%
2023	$1,089 +3.4%	$36,600
2022	$1,054 +3.8%	$36,600
2021	$1,015 +3.5%	$36,600
2020	$981 +5.7%	$36,600
2019	$928 +9.4%	$36,600
2018	$848	$36,600
2017	$848 +1.3%	$36,600
2016	$837 +0.1%	$36,600
2015	$837 -0.2%	$36,600
2014	$839	$36,600
2012	--	$36,600
2011	--	$36,600
2010	--	$36,600 -2.1%
2009	--	$37,400
2008	--	$37,400
2007	--	$37,400
2005	--	$37,400
2004	--	$37,400
2002	--	$37,400 +3.6%
2001	--	$36,100
2000	$468	$36,100