978 BLACKBIRD FOREST RD Clayton, DE 19938
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,000 sqft
Price per Sqft $375
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID DENC2105328
Style Ranch/Rambler
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,000
Year Built 1950
Annual Tax Amount $1,419
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 4.060 Acres
Acres 4.06
Lot Dimensions 215.50 x 950.90
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Whether you're looking to downsize and enjoy a simpler way of life or searching for the perfect setting to build a custom dream home, this property offers the flexibility to accommodate both visions. The existing home features approximately 1,000 square feet of living space with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, making it an ideal option for those seeking comfortable, low-maintenance living in a quiet rural setting.
Beyond the home, the property offers several valuable improvements, including a large storage shed, an old horse stable/barn, and a custom-built hunting tree stand for outdoor enthusiasts. The expansive acreage provides plenty of room for recreation, gardening, hobby farming, additional outbuildings, or future expansion.
Surrounded by nature and offering the privacy and tranquility that are becoming increasingly difficult to find, this property presents a rare opportunity to enjoy country living while remaining conveniently located within easy reach of Middletown, Smyrna, Dover, and major commuter routes.
Whether you choose to enjoy the existing home, create your own private retreat, or build the custom residence you've always envisioned, 978 Blackbird Forest Road offers the space, setting, and potential to make it your own.
Location
State DE
County New Castle
Area South Of The Canal (30907)
Zoning NC40
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Other
Basement Partial, Unfinished
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Eat-In
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Wood Burn Stove, Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Wood, Vinyl
Inclusions TV in Living Room, Sound Bar, 4 Chairs for Island in Kitchen, Entertainment Stand in Living Room, Deer Stand (AS IS), Lawnmower, Lawnsweeper
Equipment Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave
Window Features Bay/Bow
Appliance Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave
Heat Source Propane - Leased
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s), Porch(es)
Garage Spaces 7.0
Utilities Available Cable TV
Water Access N
Roof Type Pitched,Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s), Porch(es)
Total Parking Spaces 7
Garage N
Building
Lot Description Open, Trees/Wooded
Story 1
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Above Ground Finished SqFt 1000
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Well
Architectural Style Ranch/Rambler
Level or Stories 1
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District Smyrna
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 15-021.00-088
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 1000
Acceptable Financing Conventional, FHA, Cash
Listing Terms Conventional, FHA, Cash
Financing Conventional,FHA,Cash
Special Listing Condition Standard
Nearby School & Business