3886 Brenford Road

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$500,000

4 beds3 baths2,896 sqft

3886 Brenford Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977

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Single FamilyProperty Type

3.1 acresLot Size

1840Year Built

$173/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Bring your vision to 3886 Brenford Road, where a historic home and more than three acres offer an extraordinary opportunity to create something truly special. Restore the residence to its former grandeur and celebrate the character of a bygone era, or explore the potential for a family compound with room to gather, grow, and enjoy life together. The expansive grounds provide space to imagine gardens, outdoor entertaining areas, and a peaceful retreat centered around this grand old home. For those...Bring your vision to 3886 Brenford Road, where a historic home and more than three acres offer an extraordinary opportunity to create something truly special. Restore the residence to its former grandeur and celebrate the character of a bygone era, or explore the potential for a family compound with room to gather, grow, and enjoy life together. The expansive grounds provide space to imagine gardens, outdoor entertaining areas, and a peaceful retreat centered around this grand old home. For those drawn to historic restoration, this is a chance to preserve the past while shaping the property’s next chapter. Follow the winding driveway to the grand, column-framed front porch, then step inside an expansive interior in exceptional condition for the home’s age. Main-floor features include two staircases, a large laundry room, gleaming hardwood floors, a first-floor accessible bathroom, and a spacious kitchen with a commercial-grade gas range. The second floor has been reconfigured to include a primary suite with a full bathroom and an additional full bathroom serving the secondary bedrooms. Step out back to discover the property’s true outdoor gem: a spacious, fully fenced backyard with extensive paver patios and an inground pool. Host elegant gatherings under the stars or create your own private oasis. Major upgrades include a replacement roof and windows—a rare find in historic homes. There is potential with Kent County to subdivide the property for up to four additional residences, buyers must conduct their own due diligence to verify subdivision feasibility and intended use. This estate is truly one of a kind and must be seen to be appreciated. The home is being sold as-is. Now scheduling private tours.

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Listed by: Margaret Haass 302.382.9432 maggie@burnsandellis.com • Burns & Ellis Realtors

Last updated: 09/30/2026 01:38 PM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DEKT2051106

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Property Information for 3886 Brenford Road

Property Details

Taxes: $1,701 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
County: Kent County
Tax ID Number: DC-00-02803-05-3000-000
Ownership: Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: No
Structure Type: Detached
Style: Georgian
Levels/Stories: 2
Waterfront: No
Garage: No
Subdivision: WILLOWWOOD
Subdivision: WILLOWWOOD (KENT DE)
Building Name: NONE (SMYRNA DE)
Legal Subdivision: WILLOWWOOD
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,896.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
New Construction: No

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1840
Lot Size: 3.10 AC / 135,036 SF

Location

In City Limits: No
School District Name: SMYRNA

School District County ID: 300200396884
County: KENT
MLS Area: Smyrna (30801)

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2025
Tax Assessed Value: $405,900

Year Assessed: 2025
County Tax: $232
Improvement Assessed Value: $269,100
City Town Tax: $0
Land Assessed Value: $136,800
Zoning: AC
Tax Lot: 3000-000
School Tax: $1,448
Tax Page Number: 4
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2

Rooms

Stories: Main, Upper 1

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,896.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,896.00
Total SQFT: 2,896.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8054/4522/9758/805445229758_512_384_WM_Tqo6QQw14Wrham6o.jpg
Basement Type: Dirt Floor
Foundation Details: Block
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
# Bathrooms Full: 3
# Bathrooms Half: 0
Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Parcel ID: 4839441

Parking

Type Of Parking: Driveway

Interior Features

Accessibility Features: None
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/8cff2622-b472-41d4-813e-2850d156b94e?initialViewType=pano

Exterior Features

Pool: Yes - Personal
Personal Pool Features: In Ground

Horse: No

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Kent County Association of REALTORS

Property History for 3886 Brenford Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 30, 2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DEKT2051106	$500,000	—
Jan 14, 2010	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008850036	$449,900	—
Sep 1, 2009	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008850036	$495,000	—
Jun 15, 2009	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #271525582	$1,866	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/30/2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DEKT2051106	$500,000
01/14/2010	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008850036	$449,900
09/01/2009	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008850036	$495,000
06/15/2009	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #271525582	$1,866

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3886 Brenford Road

Taxable ValueLand$136,800Additions$269,100Total$405,900

Tax Record2025$1,238 ($103 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,928 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,928 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,208 SqFtStories2Lot Size135,036 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1900ZoningACCountyKENTAPN1-00-028.03-05-30.00-000

Schools near 3886 Brenford Road

This home is within Smyrna School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
7/10	Smyrna Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 3	2.3 mi
6/10	Moore (John Bassett) School	Public - Serves this home	4 to 6	2.5 mi
5/10	Smyrna Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	3.0 mi
7/10	Smyrna High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.9 mi
7/10	Clayton Intermediate School	Public - Choice school	5 to 6	2.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
7/10	Smyrna Elementary School PublicK to 3 Serves this home	2.3 mi
6/10	Moore (John Bassett) School Public4 to 6 Serves this home	2.5 mi
5/10	Smyrna Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	3.0 mi
7/10	Smyrna High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.9 mi
7/10	Clayton Intermediate School Public5 to 6 Choice school	2.5 mi

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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3886 Brenford Road is a single family home for sale in Smyrna, DE 19977. This property was listed for sale on September 30, 2026 by Burns & Ellis Realtors, it's currently listed at $500,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on June 15, 2009. This listing's school district is Smyrna School District. Nearby schools include Smyrna Elementary School, Moore (John Bassett) School and Smyrna Middle School. 3886 Brenford Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,896 sqft single family home built in 1840.

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