564 Front St

Houston, DE 19954

$299,000
Price
4
Beds
3,680 Sq. Ft.
$81 / Sq. Ft.
3,680
Sq. Ft.
$81
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Step back in time with this 1899 Colonial two-story home set on a picturesque 1.3-acre lot in the heart of Houston. Rich in character and historic appeal, this property features original lighting fixtures, hardwood floors, trim, and doors, showcasing craftsmanship rarely found today. The home needs extensive repairs and is being offered as a renovation opportunity, but it has good bones and solid structure, making it ideal for restoration, a historic rehab project, or an investor looking to bring...Step back in time with this 1899 Colonial two-story home set on a picturesque 1.3-acre lot in the heart of Houston. Rich in character and historic appeal, this property features original lighting fixtures, hardwood floors, trim, and doors, showcasing craftsmanship rarely found today. The home needs extensive repairs and is being offered as a renovation opportunity, but it has good bones and solid structure, making it ideal for restoration, a historic rehab project, or an investor looking to bring new life to a classic Colonial. Spacious rooms, traditional layout, and authentic architectural details provide a strong foundation for renovation while preserving its original charm. The expansive 1.3-acre lot offers ample space for outdoor use, expansion, or future possibilities. Conveniently located near Route 13 with easy access to Milford, Dover, shopping, and dining. A unique opportunity for buyers seeking a historic home with character and potential.
  1. Listed by Robert Jennings • Samson Properties of DE, LLC
    P: (302)-228-7411 bobjenningsde@gmail.com

Property Details for 564 Front Street

Tax ID Number
MD-11-18111-01-1100-000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/20/2026 12:06 AM

Property Details for 564 Front Street

StatusActive
MLS #DEKT2043650
Days on Market4
Taxes$1,137 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1899
Lot Size1.30 AC / 56,628 SF
CountyKent County

Location

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Building Information for 564 Front Street

Stories2Year Built1899Building Size-Lot Size1.30 AC / 56,628 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,552 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,457

Property Taxes

$95

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 564 Front Street

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: MILFORD
  • School District County ID: 300200396885
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: BENJAMIN BANNEKER (KENT DE)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • Middle Or Junior School: MILFORD CENTRAL ACADEMY (KENT DE)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: MILFORD (KENT DE)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • County: KENT
  • MLS Area: Milford (30805)
Waterfront / Water Access
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
Association / Community Info
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $315,100
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $180
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $243,400
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $71,700
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: NA
  • Tax Lot: 1100-000
  • School Tax: $919
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,680.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 235X240
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Parcel ID: 2452380
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
  • Off Street - # of Spaces: 6
  • Parking Features: Private, Unpaved
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Kitchen - Country, Stove - Wood, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Wood
  • Appliances: Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Personal Pool Features: Fenced, In Ground, Vinyl
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Propane, Electric Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: Other
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water, Wood Burn Stove
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Wood
  • Hot Water: Propane
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Sussex County Association of REALTORS (DE)

Property History for 564 Front Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DEKT2043650

$299,000—
Aug 1, 1997

Closed

BRIGHT #DEKT171914

$80,000—
Jun 9, 1997

Pending

BRIGHT #DEKT171914

—
May 21, 1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DEKT171914

$82,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/20/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DEKT2043650

$299,000
08/01/1997

Closed

BRIGHT #DEKT171914

$80,000
06/09/1997

Pending

BRIGHT #DEKT171914

—
05/21/1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DEKT171914

$82,500

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

Public Records for 564 Front Street

Taxable ValueLand$71,700Additions$243,400Total$315,100
Tax Record2023$856 ($71 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt3,704 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,704 SqFtStories2Lot Size56,628 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1899ZoningNACountyKENTAPN5-11-181.11-01-11.00-000

Schools near 564 Front Street

This home is within Milford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School
Public - 1 to 5
Milford Central Academy
Public - 6 to 8
Milford Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Milford ILC
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Milford Central Academy
Public6 to 8

Milford Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Milford ILC
PublicPK 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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More information about 564 Front Street, Houston, DE 19954

564 Front Street is a single family home for sale in Houston, DE 19954. This property was listed for sale on January 20, 2026 by Samson Properties of DE, LLC, it's currently listed at $299,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on August 1, 1997. This listing's school district is Milford School District. Nearby schools include Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School, Milford Central Academy and Milford Senior High School. 564 Front Street is a 4-bed, 1-bath, 3,680 sqft single family home built in 1899.

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