Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/08/2026
Listed
$2,000,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Tucked away on a private, partially wooded 11.54 +/-acre parcel, this unique property offers endless possibilities with no HOA restrictions. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is filled with character, featuring soaring exposed wood-beamed ceilings, dramatic walls of windows, and abundant natural light throughout. A spacious loft overlooks the main living area, adding flexible space for a home office, studio, or guest retreat. Enjoy peaceful mornings and relaxing evenings on the screened porch surrounded by nature. An unfinished area on the first floor presents an exciting opportunity for a future ADU, in-law suite, workshop, or additional living space. Whether you're seeking a private homestead, multi-generational living, hobby farm potential, or simply room to roam, this hidden retreat offers the space and freedom to make it your own.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 34898 Rickards Rd
General
- Price: $2,000,000
- Taxes: $1,628 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DESU2113674
- Updated: Today (6/8/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Loft
- Interior Features: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Spiral Staircase
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Screened
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway, Other
Location
- Area: Baltimore Hundred (31001)
- County: SUSSEX
- Driving Directions: From Route 1 South, turn right onto Fred Hudson Road. Turn left onto Cedar Neck Road, continue straight onto Central Ave. Turn right onto Beaver Dam Road, left onto Peppers Corner Road, and right onto Rickards Road. Look for sign, hidden driveway on your left. follow back until you see the house.
School Information
- School District: Indian River
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Mound System
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Phone Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Coastal, Raised Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Combination, Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,788
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,788 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,788 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1996
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 11.54
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 502,682
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: AR-1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,118.57
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,465
- County Tax: $163
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax Amount: $1,628
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1536
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: see sellers' disclosure
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Schools
Schools serving 34898 Rickards Rd
School District:Indian River School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lord Baltimore Elementary School 120 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean View, DE 19970 | PK-5 | 3.1 mi |
Selbyville Middle School 80 Bethany Road, Selbyville, DE 19975 | 6-8 | 5.2 mi |
Indian River High School, Dagsboro, DE 29772 Armory Road, Dagsboro, DE 19945 | 8-12 | 5.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 34898 Rickards Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 34898 Rickards Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,700
69%
$22,650
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2023
$1,008
2%
$22,650
—
2022
$993
3%
$22,650
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2021
$965
7%
$22,650
—
2020
$903
—
$22,650
—
2019
$900
—
$22,650
—
2018
$898
-1%
$22,650
—
2017
$905
13%
$22,650
—
2016
$802
-3%
$22,650
—
2015
$826
1%
$22,650
—
2014
$814
-1%
$22,650
—
2013
$822
—
$22,650
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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- Updated 10 hours ago
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34898 Rickards Road, Frankford, DE 19945 (MLS# DESU2113674) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 34898 Rickards Road is currently listed for $2,000,000 and was received on June 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 34898 Rickards Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Frankford? You can browse all Frankford real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.