Welcome to the Knoxville—your exclusive early look at a beautifully designed home that blends an open-concept layout with stylish Loft-inspired elements. Scheduled for settlement in March 2027, this home offers 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, and a 2-car garage, providing plenty of space for comfortable living and entertaining. The finished basement offers additional living space and features a rear areaway with sliding doors for easy outdoor access. A screened deck extends the living space outdoors, creating the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The kitchen features a GE Profile appliance suite, statement pendant lighting, and elegant quartz countertops. Expanded hard flooring throughout the main floor, primary suite, upstairs loft, and hallway adds a polished touch, while the plus bathroom features a luxurious freestanding tub. A GE front-load washer and dryer provide added everyday convenience. For a full list of features for this home, please contact our sales representatives. Photos are for illustrative purposes only and may not represent the exact home or finishes available.
New construction
$749,990
865 Merlin Dr, Middletown, DE 19709
6beds
2,797sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2026
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$60/mo HOA
What's special
Statement pendant lightingElegant quartz countertops
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Listed by:
Barbara Heilman 302-378-9510,
Delaware Homes Inc 3023789510
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2110370
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,797
- Total interior livable area: 2,797 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,797
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 13012.44009
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Blown-In Insulation, CPVC/PVC
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2026
Details
- Builder model: Knoxville
- Builder name: K. Hovnanian Homes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Pleasanton
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Tot Lots/Playground, Dog Park, Jogging Path
- HOA fee: $60 monthly
Location
- Region: Middletown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $268/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $113,600
- Date on market: 8/31/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,990$268/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $113,600 +1703.2% |
| 2024 | $264 +17.7% | $6,300 |
| 2023 | $224 -0.7% | $6,300 |
| 2022 | $226 | $6,300 |
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Neighborhood: 19709
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Appoquinimink
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




