2 beds1,348 sqft$482/sqft
994 Vernon Rd, Harrington, DE 19952
Est: $3,388/moGet pre-approved

Description

Welcome to your homestead dream! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath farmhouse offers the perfect blend of country living and self-sufficient potential. Whether you’re looking to start a hobby farm, grow your own food, or simply enjoy the peace and beauty of rural life, this property is ready for you. The home is complemented by a detached mother-in-law suite, providing flexible space for guests, extended family, a home office, or potential rental income. A traditional root cellar offers ideal storage...Welcome to your homestead dream! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath farmhouse offers the perfect blend of country living and self-sufficient potential. Whether you’re looking to start a hobby farm, grow your own food, or simply enjoy the peace and beauty of rural life, this property is ready for you. The home is complemented by a detached mother-in-law suite, providing flexible space for guests, extended family, a home office, or potential rental income. A traditional root cellar offers ideal storage for homegrown produce and preserves, while the massive barn provides endless possibilities for livestock, equipment, workshops, or additional storage. Outside, you’ll find established fruit trees, thriving vegetable gardens, and fenced pastures already in place, making it easy to step into a productive homesteading lifestyle from day one. With mature plantings, open green space, and room to expand, this property is a rare opportunity for anyone seeking a slower pace and a deeper connection to the land. Whether you’re dreaming of farm-fresh mornings, raising animals, or creating your own sustainable oasis, this one-of-a-kind property is ready to welcome you home.
LISTING UPDATED: 08/01/2026 02:42 PM

  1. Listed by Kimberly Marie Kurtz • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (302)-363-1852 kim@kimkre.com

Property Details for 994 Vernon Road

Status
MLS #
DEKT2049030
Days on Market
16
Taxes
$1,015 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1850
Lot Size
1.90 AC / 82,764 SF
Tax ID Number
MN-00-18400-01-1801-000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Manor
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE (KENT DE)
Building Name
None Available (HARRINGTON DE)
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
No
Basement
No
Above Grade Finished SQFT
1,348.00
New Construction
No

Location

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Building Information for 994 Vernon Road

Stories2Year Built1850Building Size-Lot Size1.90 AC / 82,764 SF

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Property Information for 994 Vernon Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: LAKE FOREST
  • School District County ID: 300200396886
  • County: KENT
  • MLS Area: Lake Forest (30804)
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
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $282,000
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $161
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $177,600
  • Land Assessed Value: $104,400
  • Zoning: AR
  • Tax Lot: 1801-000
  • School Tax: $840
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,348.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Parcel ID: 2456326
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Other
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Tankless
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: Private Septic Tank
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Kent County Association of REALTORS

Property History for 994 Vernon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DEKT2049030

$650,000
Jun 17, 2024

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DEKT2028906

Jun 17, 2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DEKT2028906

$650,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/21/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DEKT2049030

$650,000
06/17/2024

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DEKT2028906

06/17/2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DEKT2028906

$650,000

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

Public Records for 994 Vernon Road

Taxable ValueLand$104,400Additions$177,600Total$282,000
Tax Record2025$1,038 ($86 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,672 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,672 SqFtStories2Lot Size82,764 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1900ZoningARCountyKENTAPN6-00-184.00-01-18.01-000

Schools near 994 Vernon Road

This home is within Lake Forest School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lake Forest South Elementary School
PublicK to 3

Lake Forest Central Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Chipman (W.T.) Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lake Forest 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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994 Vernon Road is a single family home for sale in Harrington, DE 19952. This property was listed for sale on July 21, 2026 by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., it's currently listed at $650,000. It has been on the market for a total of 16 days and was last sold on April 30, 2018. This listing's school district is Lake Forest School District. Nearby schools include Lake Forest South Elementary School, Lake Forest Central Elementary School and Chipman (W.T.) Middle School. 994 Vernon Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,348 sqft single family home built in 1850.

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