1600 Belts Rd

3,781 Sq. Ft.
$251 / Sq. Ft.
3,781
Sq. Ft.
$251
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This unique historic home can be the "beacon" of possibilities for the new owners. Built in 1905 and known as the Liston Front Range Lighthouse, due to the legislatures of New Jersey and Delaware wanting to define the line of demarcation between the Delaware River and Delaware Bay. Currently not used as a lighthouse this well kept home offers three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. A 31 foot center hall runs from front to back displaying the magnificent chestnut woodwork that enhances this entire...This unique historic home can be the "beacon" of possibilities for the new owners. Built in 1905 and known as the Liston Front Range Lighthouse, due to the legislatures of New Jersey and Delaware wanting to define the line of demarcation between the Delaware River and Delaware Bay. Currently not used as a lighthouse this well kept home offers three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. A 31 foot center hall runs from front to back displaying the magnificent chestnut woodwork that enhances this entire home with eleven foot ceilings. There are two matching "parlors" each having a corner tiled fireplace with chestnut mantle and surrounds. The dining room offers a large built in chestnut cupboard, the 15.6X15.6 kitchen was recently updated staying with the historic look of the home. Pocket doors on first level. A screened porch, in the front and the rear of this home offers you the opportunity to enjoy peaceful days where you can enjoy ships going by with panoramic views of the Delaware River. Enjoy the pond in the rear yard. Large garage and a separate potting shed, in addition to a "bunker" from World War 2 compliment this one of a kind property. "Tower" for former beacon light is a must see. Don't miss your chance to own this one of a kind property. Contact us today to schedule your tour and experience the beauty of the Delaware Bay from the comfort of this lighthouse!
  1. Listed by Victoria J Loesch • Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
    P: (302)-242-9382 victoria.loesch@gmail.com

Property Details for 1600 Belts Road

Tax ID Number
13-020.00-002
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2.5
Waterfront
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 04/03/2025 01:38 PM

Property Details for 1600 Belts Road

StatusClosed
MLS #DENC2039726
Days on Market69
Taxes$2,969 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1905
Lot Size4.77 AC / 207,781 SF
CountyNew Castle County

Location

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Building Information for 1600 Belts Road

Stories-Year Built1905Building Size-Lot Size4.77 AC / 207,781 SF

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Property Information for 1600 Belts Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK
  • School District County ID: 300200396893
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • MLS Area: South Of The Canal (30907)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Navigable Water: Yes
  • Tidal Water: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Delaware River
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 600.0
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Assessed Value: $82,900
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Loss Mitigation Fee: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: Yes
  • Historic Designation ID: R
  • Zoning: RES
  • Zoning Dscrp: RES
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,781.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Pond
  • Fencing: Privacy
  • Parcel ID: 2359797
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Land Lease: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 10
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Accessibility Features: Doors - Lever Handle(s)
  • Window Features: Double Hung
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vt-idx.psre.com/NH05852
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s), Private Beach, Stone Retaining Walls
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 1600 Belts Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 23, 2023

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2039726

$950,000
May 20, 2023

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2039726

Mar 16, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2039726

$1,200,000
Aug 15, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #752820869

$750,000
Aug 15, 2007

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC108346

$750,000
May 27, 2007

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC108346

May 24, 2007

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC108346

$750,000
Oct 29, 1997

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DENC387778

$449,000
Oct 29, 1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC387778

$449,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/23/2023

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2039726

$950,000
05/20/2023

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2039726

03/16/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2039726

$1,200,000
08/15/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #752820869

$750,000
08/15/2007

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC108346

$750,000
05/27/2007

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC108346

05/24/2007

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC108346

$750,000
10/29/1997

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DENC387778

$449,000
10/29/1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC387778

$449,000

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Public Records for 1600 Belts Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$4,726 ($394 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt3,675 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,675 SqFtStories2Lot Size207,781 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1954ZoningSRCountyNEW CASTLEAPN13-020.00-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1600 Belts Road

This home is within Appoquinimink School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lorewood Grove Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Cantwell Bridge Middle School
Public6 to 8

Odessa High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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